Videos tagged with Failure to Feed

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring former law enforcement officer and firearms instructor Mike Williver, details critical firearm malfunction clearance techniques. It highlights the 'tap and rack' method for clearing common issues like failures to feed and stovepipes. The discussion also explores the effectiveness of simply racking the slide in real-world scenarios, contrasting it with traditional training methods.

This video details a shooter's experience at an IDPA match using Kimber 2K11 Comp pistols. The shooter encounters several malfunctions, including trigger issues (dead trigger, stuck trigger) and failures to go into battery after reloads. Through troubleshooting with squadmates and observation, the primary issues are identified as shooter error related to grip safety engagement and potential magazine spring weakness, rather than inherent firearm defects. The video emphasizes the importance of local matches for identifying and resolving such problems before major competitions.

This video demonstrates a 'failure to feed' malfunction encountered during an accuracy test with a CVA The Big Bore Beast rifle chambered in .350 Auto Max. The instructor, exhibiting experienced firearms handling, diagnoses the issue and proceeds to clear and reload the firearm to continue the test. The segment highlights the importance of identifying and addressing malfunctions during shooting.

This video demonstrates how to clear a common firearm malfunction, specifically a failure to feed, using a Glock 42. The instructor guides a new shooter through locking the slide, shaking the firearm, and performing a 'tap and rack' maneuver to get back into the action. The content emphasizes the importance of clearing malfunctions quickly and safely.

This review of the Jimenez Arms J.A. Nine highlights significant reliability issues, including a failure to eject/feed malfunction where the slide became stuck out of battery. While the firearm managed one successful magazine string, the overall assessment points to poor build quality and unreliability, characteristic of budget firearms. The host, a firearms enthusiast, demonstrates safe handling while critiquing the pistol's performance.

This review of the Shadow Systems CR920 highlights initial reliability issues, specifically failures to feed, experienced during extremely cold weather. The speaker suggests these problems were due to the gun needing a break-in period, as subsequent range sessions in better conditions showed marked improvement. The CR920's ergonomics are praised, but the initial malfunctions raise concerns for immediate carry.

This video reviews the Springfield Prodigy, a double-stack 1911 pistol, highlighting its features like the 4.25-inch barrel, compatibility with 17 and 20-round magazines, and the addition of a CH Precision red dot and Goon tape for grip modification. The instructor notes initial break-in malfunctions, specifically failure to feed issues, and a recurring problem with the fiber optic front sight detaching. Despite these issues, the Prodigy is presented as a viable, more budget-friendly alternative to higher-end 2011 platforms like Staccato.

This video provides a debrief and internal inspection of the Sig P365 Macro after a 1,000-round burndown test. The presenter details two malfunctions (failures to feed), assesses wear patterns on internal components, and offers an in-depth evaluation of the firearm's ergonomics, trigger, sights, and overall shooting experience, comparing it favorably to other pistols.

Johnny Q, an experienced shooter, details his first-ever malfunction with a Glock 19 Gen 5, identified as a failure to feed. He demonstrates a safe and effective clearing procedure, emphasizing the importance of maintaining safety protocols even during unexpected events. The video serves as a practical guide for handling common firearm issues on the range.

This video provides a first-time shooting experience with the Kimber CDS9 Classic, highlighting its trigger quality and potential magazine feeding issues. The reviewer, identified as an experienced shooter, encountered a failure to feed malfunction with the 15-round magazine, specifically on the last round. A visual comparison of magazine followers suggested a potential cause for the malfunction. The reviewer ultimately prefers a Glock 43X for everyday carry due to perceived snappiness and grip concerns with the CDS9.

This video details a frustrating range trip with an M1 Garand, highlighting persistent cycling issues. The owner explores potential causes including aftermarket recoil springs, ammunition inconsistencies (specifically reloads), and gas system adjustments. The session culminates in a significant mechanical failure where the operating rod detaches from the bolt, necessitating disassembly and further investigation into the rifle's internal mechanics and the ammunition's role in the malfunctions.

This review provides an in-depth assessment of the Inglis P-35, a modern clone of the classic Browning Hi-Power. The analysis covers its value proposition, features, and crucially, its reliability during live fire testing. Despite demonstrating good accuracy, significant issues with feeding and jams were encountered, leading to a critical verdict when compared to other market offerings. The review highlights the importance of thorough testing for modern reproductions of historical designs.