Videos tagged with Magazine Springs

This video addresses a common concern among firearm owners: whether leaving magazines loaded for extended periods can damage their springs. It promises to analyze the impact on magazine spring tension and longevity, offering practical advice for proper firearm maintenance and responsible gun ownership. The content aims to demystify the science behind spring wear and provide actionable tips for preserving the functionality of magazines.

This video debunks the myth that storing loaded magazines weakens their springs. It explains that spring fatigue occurs from cycling, not static compression. The content highlights that AR-15 and Glock magazines can be stored loaded indefinitely without damage, with a focus on the durability of feed lips on modern magazines like Magpul PMAGs.

This video addresses a common question among firearm owners: how long can AR-15 magazines be left loaded without compromising their functionality? The host, Dave, investigates the potential degradation of magazine lips and springs over extended periods. To provide a definitive answer, he tests magazines that have been loaded since 2005, demonstrating the results of long-term storage. The content aims to offer practical advice for AR-15 owners regarding magazine longevity and reliability.

This YouTube video addresses a potential issue with Shield Arms Z9 magazines, questioning whether new springs have successfully resolved the problem. It delves into the specifics of the magazine functionality and any reported malfunctions.

This video debunks four common gun myths. It clarifies that leaving magazines loaded does not degrade springs, and bug-out bags are essential for all emergencies, not just doomsday scenarios. The content also advises caution when intervening with law enforcement and confirms that dry fire training is safe and beneficial for most modern firearms.

This video details the installation of Wolff springs in a Colt Mark IV Series 80 Government .380 pistol. The user replaced the recoil spring with a 12 lb Wolff spring and a corresponding firing pin spring. Additionally, the magazine springs were upgraded with +5 lb springs for three magazines. The owner reports an improvement in performance, but notes that the firearm still has issues with Fiocchi ammunition. They are considering a 13 lb recoil spring as a potential solution but acknowledge that the ammunition might be the root cause.

This YouTube video focuses on an update regarding a Colt Mark IV Series 80 Government pistol chambered in .380 ACP. The uploader has ordered Wolff recoil springs and magazine springs with the specific goal of resolving feeding issues experienced with the firearm. The video will likely detail the installation of these new springs and potentially a range test to assess the improvements.

Modern firearm magazines with quality, tempered springs can be safely stored loaded long-term without significant degradation. Spring wear is primarily caused by cycling (use) rather than static compression. However, low-quality or poorly manufactured magazines may experience spring failure if stored loaded for extended periods.

This video from Wilson Combat demonstrates the process of installing extra power magazine springs into Glock magazines. The description highlights the benefit of this modification for enhancing reliable function, particularly in pistol caliber carbines such as the Wilson Combat AR9. The tutorial focuses on the technical aspect of upgrading magazine components to improve firearm performance.