Videos tagged with Out of Battery Detonation

This video critically examines the reliability and safety of Sig Sauer firearms, particularly the P320 series and the new Spear rifle. It highlights numerous documented issues including out-of-battery detonations, wandering zeros, and poor quality control, contrasting them with the reliability of legacy firearms like the M9. The discussion also touches on the flawed procurement process for military firearms and the company's response to safety concerns.

This video discusses the controversy surrounding the Sig Sauer P320, specifically addressing claims of out-of-battery detonations. It highlights a shift in the Sig Armorer's public stance, moving from developing a fix to stating the current manufactured guns are safe, attributing issues primarily to holsters and training. The discussion also touches on potential manufacturing defects like mixed-up takedown levers and tolerance stacking, suggesting that while extreme configurations might be rare, other less obvious unsafe configurations could exist.

This video from Collapse N Protect provides critical safety education on out-of-battery (OOB) detonations, a dangerous firearm malfunction. The narrator, demonstrating high authority, explains the mechanics of an OOB event using 3D animations and real-world examples of AR-15 and PCC failures. Key takeaways include immediate cessation of fire, the necessity of professional gunsmith inspection after such an event, and the importance of regular maintenance and cleaning as preventative measures.

This video discusses ongoing issues with the Sig P320, specifically uncommanded discharges and out-of-battery detonations. The speaker highlights that an independent entity, 'Sig Armorer,' is developing a parts kit to address these problems, contrasting this with Sig Sauer's perceived lack of proactive solutions. The discussion heavily features viewer comments expressing widespread dissatisfaction with Sig Sauer's product quality, customer service, and handling of safety concerns, leading many to state they will no longer purchase Sig products.

This video critiques the M17 handgun, suggesting it 'enhances the awful' experience of its base models. The speaker notes that military ball ammunition can be 'hot' and that many troops prefer the M9 over the M17 due to poor handling characteristics. Common issues mirror civilian problems, including safety concerns, out-of-battery detonations, and accidental discharges. A significant point of failure highlighted is the rear sight plate assembly, where insufficient Loctite leads to the plate and sights becoming loose or detached.

This video critically examines the Sig Sauer P320 platform, highlighting significant concerns regarding its reliability, safety, and manufacturing quality. The instructor details numerous reported issues, including out-of-battery detonations, unintended discharges, component breakages, and optic mounting failures. The analysis traces some of these issues back to the P250 and criticizes Sig Sauer's design choices and quality control, leading to a decision to ban the P320 from all training classes.

This video explains why the presenter, a firearms instructor with over a decade of experience, no longer recommends Sig Sauer's P320 and P365 striker-fired pistols. He details historical issues like the P320's original lack of drop safety, mysterious unintentional discharges, and out-of-battery detonations. For the P365, he highlights concerns with striker drag, firing pin breakages, and trigger return spring failures. The presenter emphasizes that while these firearms may work for many, the documented history of issues presents an unacceptable risk for him personally, especially when numerous reliable alternatives exist.

This video critically examines the Sig P320's safety concerns, addressing the original drop safety issue, potential out-of-battery detonations, and magazine over-insertion problems. The speaker, while acknowledging past issues, argues that current P320 models are generally drop-safe, citing California DOJ testing requirements. Solutions like the Sig Armorer's sport disconnector and aftermarket fixes for magazine over-insertion are discussed as potential improvements.

This video discusses the author's experience with a Sig Sauer P320, addressing community perceptions of 'shilling' for firearm brands. It touches on the reliability of the P320, including instances of out-of-battery detonations, and the author's personal philosophy on using and endorsing firearms. The discussion also covers aftermarket modifications and the author's future plans for testing the P320 with a red dot sight.

This video demonstrates the bump firing technique on a Mac-11 style firearm, highlighting a critical out-of-battery detonation malfunction. The shooter, identified as an experienced firearm enthusiast, correctly diagnoses the issue and performs a post-malfunction safety inspection. The content serves as a practical, albeit cautionary, guide to understanding firearm behavior under rapid fire conditions and the importance of immediate safety protocols.

This episode details a personal experience with an out-of-battery detonation during firearm testing. It highlights the importance of immediate self-assessment for injuries, even seemingly minor ones, and the proper response to a significant firearm malfunction. The narrative emphasizes remaining calm, prioritizing medical attention, and understanding potential complications from such events.

This video details the catastrophic manufacturing failures that plagued the early production of the L96A1 sniper rifle by Pylon Industries for Accuracy International. It highlights critical defects like improperly machined bolt lugs and the use of incorrect materials, leading to dangerous malfunctions and injuries. The narrative emphasizes how these issues forced AI to develop its own manufacturing capabilities, ultimately establishing the company as a premier precision rifle maker.