Videos tagged with Magazine Drop

This video discusses a situation where a shooter was asked to stop firing due to their shooting technique, specifically concerning the use of an FRT trigger and potential magazine drops. The shooter explains their rationale for turning the firearm sideways, which was to prevent the magazine from falling out during rapid fire. The owner of the range reportedly had no issues with the technique, highlighting a difference in perception regarding firearm handling and safety protocols.

This video showcases a P08 Luger, a highly desired historic firearm, acquired by the presenter. The presenter performs a function test on the 1941 model, chambered in 9mm Luger. While not intended for frequent shooting, the video highlights the firearm's aesthetic appeal and iconic status, referencing its influence from popular media like 'Band of Brothers' and 'Saving Private Ryan'.

This guide details the unique dual magazine release system on the Flux Defense Raider X chassis, demonstrated by Hunter. It explains how a light press drops only the spare magazine, while a hard press drops both for an exceptionally fast reload. The Raider X also features a QD sling mount and the integrated Ripcord sling system.

This video pits two $99 handguns, the Taurus TCP and the Taurus Spectrum, against each other in a reliability test. The host encounters several malfunctions, including light primer strikes and magazine drops, particularly with the Spectrum. Despite initial issues, both firearms show some resilience, with the TCP demonstrating surprising heart. Ultimately, the video concludes that spending a bit more on a reliable firearm like the Bodyguard is advisable over budget options.

This guide details the D.R.O.P. acronym for safely unloading a semi-automatic pistol, as demonstrated by John G. Johnson. The steps involve dropping the magazine, racking and locking the slide open, and performing a thorough chamber check. The video highlights how the slide remaining open after the last round aids in this process.

This guide outlines crucial safety protocols for new gun owners visiting a gun store. It emphasizes proper firearm inspection, including magazine removal and visual checks for unloaded status. Key techniques focus on maintaining safe finger placement off the trigger and outside the trigger guard, and avoiding negligent muzzle direction. The advice aims to prevent common mistakes and ensure a safe, educational experience for novice firearm purchasers.

This review details significant reliability issues encountered with the PSA Dagger, particularly after modifications. The firearm experienced trigger failures to reset and magazine drop issues, which the reviewer attributes to sub-par polymer and manufacturing tolerances compared to Glock. The video highlights the difficulty in disassembling and modifying the Dagger frame, contrasting it with the ease of working on genuine Glock frames.

This video analyzes a defensive gunfight where a jewelry store owner successfully defended against two armed robbers. Instructor John Correia, known for his expertise in self-defense video analysis, breaks down the incident, highlighting critical lessons in situational awareness, proper firearm handling, and common malfunctions. The analysis emphasizes recognizing pre-attack indicators and correcting poor shooting techniques like the 'teacup grip' which can lead to malfunctions such as slide bite and magazine drops.

John 'Shrek' McPhee, a former Special Operations expert and founder of Sheriff of Baghdad, demonstrates a highly efficient reload technique for Glock pistols. The core principle emphasized is the rapid and effective release of the empty magazine, leveraging gravity and proper body mechanics for speed. This method is crucial for maintaining a high tempo during dynamic shooting scenarios.

This video demonstrates the D.R.O.P. acronym for safely unloading a semi-automatic pistol. The instructor emphasizes the importance of dropping the magazine, racking the slide, locking the slide to the rear, and then performing both visual and physical checks to ensure the firearm is completely unloaded. The method is presented as a fundamental safety technique for all pistol owners.

This video demonstrates a technique for releasing the magazine using the support hand thumb, particularly beneficial for individuals with smaller hands or those struggling to reach the standard magazine release. The method involves bringing the firearm back, indexing the elbow, and using the support hand thumb to depress the release while maintaining grip contact. This approach aims to improve reload speed and consistency.

Alyssa Seymour demonstrates a common issue where 2011 magazines fail to drop freely from the pistol. She shows that after tuning, the magazines function correctly. This guide outlines the steps to diagnose and potentially fix such magazine fitment or friction problems, emphasizing safety and careful adjustment.