Videos tagged with Magazine Seating

This video provides an expert review of the HK MR308 rifle in RAL 8000. The speaker, an experienced shooter, details its features, including the 13-inch barrel, .308 Winchester/7.62x51 caliber, and included iron sights and rail system. The MR308 is identified as the civilian counterpart to the HK 417 A2.

This video demonstrates a common malfunction scenario involving a failure to seat a magazine correctly and an overlooked chamber flag. The instructor, Locs N Load, humorously highlights the importance of proper procedure and attention to detail, even for experienced shooters. The AR-style rifle featured is equipped with a bipod and precision scope, set up in an outdoor range environment.

This guide details the installation and evaluation of the Grip Force Ergonomic Base Pad (EBF) for Glock magazines, based on insights from Joel Park, a recognized competitive shooter and instructor. The EBF offers enhanced ergonomics for draws and seating, increased capacity (+5 rounds), and a budget-friendly price point compared to competitors. While not USPSA legal due to length, it's recommended for duty or concealed carry applications. The review highlights its reliability in seating even with a forward slide and notes a minor drawback in stability on flat surfaces for table-top loading.

This guide details the critical steps for safely loading a pistol, emphasizing the importance of understanding your firearm's Manual of Arms, maintaining strict muzzle control, and performing thorough chamber and magazine checks. It highlights common mistakes to avoid, such as neglecting safety gear or assuming a firearm is empty. The instruction is presented with an authoritative and safety-oriented tone, drawing on established safety guidelines.

This video documents a shooter's first IDPA match with a Kimber 2011 Pro pistol. Key takeaways include the importance of proper magazine seating, the challenges of adapting to a manual safety on a competition pistol, and critical issues with optic mounting screws coming loose. The shooter emphasizes that most problems encountered were user-related, not inherent to the firearm itself, and highlights the need for consistent maintenance and attention to detail in competitive shooting.

This video provides a practical demonstration of how overloading a firearm magazine can lead to seating issues. The instructor highlights that while it might seem possible to fit an extra round, doing so can prevent the magazine from properly engaging with the firearm, potentially causing malfunctions. The core takeaway is to always check magazine capacity and avoid overfilling to ensure reliable firearm operation.

This video details the slide lock reload technique for pistols, emphasizing proper setup and execution. It covers the debate between using the slide lock lever versus manually racking the slide, with a focus on reliability and practical application. The drill is broken down into steps for effective practice on the range, highlighting the importance of magazine seating and grip re-establishment.

This video from Firearms Training By John G. Johnson details five common semi-automatic pistol malfunctions: Failure to Feed, Failure to Eject, Failure to Fire, Double Feed, and Failure to Lock Back. It emphasizes that most malfunctions are user-induced, often due to improper grip ('limp wristing'), insufficient lubrication, or incorrect magazine seating. The instructor provides practical clearing techniques for each issue, stressing the importance of deliberate actions and proper firearm manipulation to maintain reliability.

This guide details the deliberate loading procedure for a handgun, emphasizing safety and proper technique. It covers securing the firearm, locking the slide, inspecting critical areas, seating a fresh magazine, and performing a chamber check to ensure a round is chambered before the slide is released. The video highlights the distinction between loading and reloading, and offers methods for chamber checks in various lighting conditions.

This review of the Lancer L5 AWM magazine, conducted six years after initial purchase, debunks common internet claims about difficulty seating and spontaneous disassembly. The instructor highlights the magazine's ease of seating on a closed bolt, even when slightly overloaded, and its lighter weight compared to competitors like Magpul PMAGs and GI magazines. The review emphasizes the importance of proper loading techniques to prevent magazine damage and discusses the Lancer's features, such as its steel skirt and translucent body, in the context of practical use and logistics.

This guide details essential rifle and pistol loading procedures as demonstrated by Mike Glover of FieldCraft Survival. It covers critical safety checks like the 'three-point check' and press checks to prevent malfunctions and ensure firearm safety. The instruction emphasizes standardized procedures for both carbines and pistols, highlighting common mistakes to avoid on the range.

This video demonstrates that fully loading a pistol magazine to its stated capacity (17 rounds for the Springfield Echelon) does not impede its ability to seat properly in the firearm. This contrasts with common practice for AR-15 magazines, where removing one or two rounds is often recommended to ensure reliable seating. The presenter uses Igman 124 grain ammunition for the demonstration.