Videos tagged with External Manual Safety

The US Army's decision to select the SIG Sauer P320 over Glock for its new sidearm was primarily driven by the P320's external manual safety feature. While Glock has since introduced modularity, the Army's concern stems from a perceived lack of trust in the general recruit population to safely handle striker-fired handguns without an external safety. Elite units like Special Forces and Delta Force, with highly experienced personnel, are permitted to use Glocks.

The US Army's decision to select the Sig Sauer P320 over Glock for its new sidearm was primarily driven by the P320's integrated external manual safety. While Glock has since developed modular capabilities, the Army's requirement for a manual safety stems from a perceived need to mitigate accidental discharges among less experienced recruits. Elite units like Delta Force, with highly qualified personnel, are permitted to use Glocks, highlighting a distinction in risk assessment based on user experience.

This video discusses a range in Southern California, the Southwest Pistol League, banning all variants of the SIG Sauer P320, except those with an external manual safety. The ban is reportedly a reaction to an unintended discharge during a recent USPSA match where a P320 allegedly fired when holstered, injuring the shooter's foot. The speaker notes the rarity of such incidents and compares the situation to past controversies surrounding Serpa holsters and exploding Glocks, suggesting this ban is unlikely to become widespread but is an interesting development in firearm safety discussions.

This entry details the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract decision, where the Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) was selected over Glock's submission. The analysis highlights key MHS requirements, the specific features of each submission, and crucially, the significant cost difference that heavily influenced the final decision. The Sig Sauer M17/M18 will replace the Beretta M9 in service.