Videos tagged with Firearm Malfunction

This video discusses a Sig P320 X5 Legion uncommanded discharge incident during a Steel Challenge match. The analysis suggests a mechanical defect rather than user error, leading to a temporary ban of the P320 from Steel Challenge events. It highlights the importance of firearm safety and the ongoing debate surrounding the P320's reliability.

This video details a critical review of the Sig Sauer P211 GTO Combat by Ben Stoeger and Trench Grenade. The discussion highlights significant reliability issues, including failures to go into battery and overall poor performance out of the box. Both reviewers express disappointment with the firearm's design choices, such as magazine compatibility and grip size, and question its market viability compared to competitors like Kimber and Staccato. The conversation also touches on the challenges of honest firearm reviews and the potential backlash from manufacturers.

This video discusses a recent ban on SIG Sauer P320 firearms at the Southern Utah Practical Shooters (SUBS) range due to an alleged uncommanded incident. The ban creates a conflict as SUBS is scheduled to host USPSA Nationals, where P320s are typically allowed. The speaker speculates on the potential for a waiver for the Nationals and discusses the ongoing concerns surrounding P320 malfunctions.

This video announces an upcoming live stream collaboration between Trench Grenade and Ben Steger to discuss alleged quality control issues and product failures with Sig Sauer firearms, specifically the P320, M17, and M18. The discussion will include uncommanded discharges and behind-the-scenes insights into the company.

This review of the Alpha Foxtrot 1911 S-15 highlights its 1911-style trigger, slim grip, and all-metal construction, offering 15-round capacity via Shield Arms S15 magazines. While it performed reliably with ball ammunition and impressed with its fit and finish for the price, a significant ejection issue (brass to the face) was consistently observed, posing a safety concern. The reviewer suggests potential fixes involve extractor/ejector tuning, but notes this may be beyond the average user's expertise. Accuracy was good, but sights were consistently off-target.

This video discusses a malfunction experienced with a Warhammer 3-position MP5 lower receiver, emphasizing that the firearm was operating in semi-automatic mode, compliant with ATF definitions and YouTube policies. The presenter highlights the manufacturer's exceptional customer service, including overnighting a replacement part. The discussion touches on the product's reliability, noting a less than 2% failure rate across over 7,000 units sold, and suggests that the nature of rapid semi-automatic fire can contribute to faster parts wear. The video also showcases a potential home defense setup featuring the lower.

This video showcases spectacular malfunctions in two distinct firearms: a BondArms Bullpup 9 and a 45 caliber Luger. The BondArms experienced catastrophic failure when firing Blazer ammunition, leading to bullet setback and powder spillage due to the lack of a taper crimp. The 45 caliber Luger also exhibited failures to eject, with cartridges jamming in the mechanism.

This video advocates for a multi-gun concealed carry setup, emphasizing preparedness for worst-case scenarios. It details the strategic placement of primary, backup, tertiary, and even additional firearms for optimal concealment and accessibility, considering potential threats and malfunctions. The presenter suggests carrying multiple firearms, including options for left-hand use and optic-equipped pistols for enhanced accuracy under stress.

This video details a frustrating experience with a Kel-Tec P15 Metal pistol that exhibited significant malfunctions, including trigger slippage and magazine follower issues, even after being returned to the manufacturer for service. The reviewer encountered repeated trigger failures and a complete stoppage, leading to the decision to send the firearm back to Kel-Tec a second time. The video highlights potential manufacturing defects and poor customer service outcomes.

This video tests the Kel-Tec PR380 handgun with Aguila brass-cased 380 ACP ammunition after previous issues with Blazer ammunition. The Aguila ammunition appears to function reliably in the PR380, suggesting the Blazer ammunition may have been the cause of prior malfunctions. A comparison is made to a 100-year-old Remington R51, which functions with Blazer ammunition, highlighting the PR380's specific ammunition sensitivity.

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 explores the feasibility of 'bump firing' a 2011 pistol, a technique often seen in movies for rapid firing. The presenter attempts to achieve this by rapidly manipulating the trigger finger while holding the firearm steady, but encounters significant difficulties and malfunctions with the 2011 platform. The conclusion suggests that 2011s are not well-suited for this type of rapid firing technique, and alternative methods might be more effective.