Videos tagged with Floating Firing Pin

This video explains the phenomenon of light primer strikes in AR-style firearms, attributing them to the design of the floating firing pin. The instructor demonstrates how a floating firing pin can leave a small dimple on the primer even without a full ignition, which is normal for many AR-15 and AR-10 platforms. It also touches on how some blowback AR systems mitigate this effect.

This video debunks the myth that primer dents on unfired cartridges in an AR-15 indicate a malfunction. It demonstrates that the AR-15's floating firing pin design naturally causes a slight inertia strike when the bolt closes, creating a minor indentation without igniting the primer. This is normal operation for firearms with this design.

This guide, drawing on the expertise of Jerry Miculek, details critical safety and maintenance techniques for classic firearms like the M1 Garand, M1A, SKS Carbine, and 1911 Pistol. It focuses on preventing dangerous slam fires by avoiding improper chambering methods and preserving the delicate internal extractor on the 1911. Proper use of dummy ammunition for demonstrations is also emphasized.