Videos tagged with Magazine Disconnect Safety

This guide details the compliance features of California-compliant Shadow Systems pistols, specifically the MR920 and XR920 models. It covers the function of the Loaded Chamber Indicator (LCI) and the magazine disconnect safety mechanism, both mandated by California DOJ standards. The guide also touches on the 10-round magazine capacity limitation and the potential for internal parts to be replaced with standard Glock components. The speaker, a former law enforcement officer with extensive experience, highlights critical safety concerns regarding the magazine disconnect during disassembly.

This video from Classic Firearms, featuring instructors Kyle and Jason, outlines five common mistakes made with duty and full-size pistols. They emphasize avoiding over-modification, excessively light triggers, the absence of night sights, magazine disconnect safeties, and the potential pitfalls of external safeties. The advice is geared towards maintaining reliability, safety, and legal defensibility for firearms used in professional or self-defense contexts.

A federal court upheld Massachusetts's handgun roster law in Granada v. Campbell, ruling it a condition on commercial sales rather than a ban. The decision is criticized for undermining Second Amendment rights by restricting access to common handguns, potentially setting a precedent for other states. The Firearms Policy Coalition plans to appeal, arguing the roster is a backdoor ban that doesn't align with historical firearm regulations.

This video argues against the inclusion of magazine disconnect safety features in firearms, asserting that such mechanisms are unconstitutional. The creator uses humor and an emoji to underscore their point regarding the legal and practical implications of these safeties. The content focuses on a specific firearm safety feature and its alleged infringement on Second Amendment rights.

The video critiques the magazine disconnect safety feature found on some handguns, specifically the Ruger EC9S. The speaker argues this feature is dangerous and inconvenient, preventing the firearm from discharging even with a single round if the magazine is not fully inserted. This is contrasted with the Diamondback DB9, which does not have this safety mechanism.

This video provides an in-depth review of the French MAC Model 1950 pistol, chambered in 9x19mm. It details the pistol's history, design features including its Browning-style short recoil action, hammer block safety, and rebounding hammer. The review covers its production span, military and colonial service, and compares it to other firearms like the SIG P210. Practical aspects like magazine capacity, grip feel, and shooting impressions are also discussed.

This video details a comprehensive review and drop test of the Sig Sauer P320 M18, specifically the California-compliant version. The M18 underwent rigorous drop tests from various heights and a hammer test to assess its reliability and safety features, including the magazine disconnect and loaded chamber indicator. The firearm consistently performed without accidental discharge, demonstrating its adherence to California's strict safety standards.

This review of the KelTec P15 highlights its innovative, albeit confusing, safety features. The P15 is KelTec's first striker-fired, double-stack 9mm subcompact, featuring a unique dial that allows users to disengage the magazine disconnect and grip safety in various combinations. The reviewer notes its lightweight construction and the potential for concealed carry, while also expressing confusion regarding its optic-ready status.

This guide addresses a common issue where a striker-fired handgun fails to fire due to its magazine disconnect safety. The owner of D'Boss Firearms explains that the trigger mechanism requires a magazine to be inserted for the firearm to function. Following these steps can help resolve the 'no clicky clicky' problem by ensuring proper magazine insertion.

This guide demonstrates the function of a magazine disconnect safety, as explained by a GUNBROS representative. The video shows that the trigger mechanism is disabled when the magazine is removed and becomes active once a magazine is inserted. The speaker, possessing high authority and expertise, critically assesses this safety feature's historical context and modern relevance.

This video provides an unboxing and overview of the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, specifically a version compliant with California's handgun roster requirements. The presenter, identified as KaliCoolGuns, highlights key features such as the 10-round capacity, interchangeable grip modules, ambidextrous safety, loaded chamber indicator, and the crucial magazine disconnect safety mandated for sale in California. The review touches upon the trigger's characteristics and includes a brief live-fire demonstration, offering an informative look at a firearm newly available to California residents.

This video provides a comparative range review of two vintage Smith & Wesson semi-automatic pistols: the 639 and the 3913. The presenter highlights their shared era of design, including the often-disliked magazine disconnect safety and the hammer drop safety. Key differences noted are the 639's full stainless steel construction and larger capacity (8 rounds) versus the 3913's lighter aluminum alloy frame and smaller capacity (7 rounds), along with perceived differences in trigger feel and sight quality. The 3913 is discussed as a potential plainclothes law enforcement option, while the 639 is presented as a more traditional duty sidearm.