Videos tagged with Pistol Malfunction Clearance

This guide outlines a universal, two-step method for clearing common pistol malfunctions, emphasizing efficiency over diagnosis. The instructor, demonstrating expert-level authority, explains that this approach resolves the vast majority of issues, allowing the shooter to maintain situational awareness. A secondary universal step is provided for more persistent malfunctions.

This video demonstrates essential one-handed pistol shooting techniques, focusing on malfunction clearance and magazine reloads when the support hand is unavailable. It covers one-handed tap-rack-bang procedures and the 'Rogers technique' for magazine changes using the knees for stability, emphasizing adaptability in self-defense scenarios.

Instructor Mike details a method for clearing a Type 3 malfunction, often called a 'parking lot jam,' which occurs when a new round attempts to enter the chamber before the previous casing has been fully ejected. He emphasizes a 'lock, mag to pinky, rack three, mag in, rack' sequence, arguing it's more universally applicable than 'rip and rack' methods, especially on firearms with less aggressive magazine base plates. The instructor highlights the importance of context, noting that specialized techniques may not suit the average concealed carrier.

This video demonstrates how improper slide manipulation during a reload can cause a Type 2 malfunction. Instructor Mike explains that obstructing the ejection port with a finger can cause a round to bounce back, leading to a failure to eject. The corrective action involves the 'Tap, Rack, Assess' procedure to clear the malfunction and return the firearm to a ready state.

This guide, presented by firearms instructor Mike, details the T.R.A.P. (Tap, Rack, Assess, Press) method for clearing a Type One pistol malfunction. It emphasizes maintaining situational awareness while performing the drill. The technique is crucial for quickly resolving stoppages in high-stress scenarios, ensuring the firearm is ready to re-engage a threat if necessary.

This video from Geauga Firearms Academy introduces and demonstrates a technique for clearing a 'Type 4' pistol malfunction, characterized by the extractor getting hung up on brass stuck in the chamber, preventing the slide from moving freely. The instructor emphasizes that brute force is ineffective and a quick, sharp 'chop' to the grip is the solution. This technique is presented as a reliable method for freeing jammed slides when traditional clearing methods fail.

This livestream covers various tactical topics, including the Zenith Firearms ZF5 MP5 clone, the nuances of suppressor-compatible holsters, and the ATF's stance on AR pistol braces. It also delves into firearm maintenance like copper fouling removal, safe handling practices, and the historical significance of Project Blue Light. The discussion emphasizes practical application and safety in firearms handling and equipment choices.

This guide explains how to effectively rack a pistol equipped with a red dot optic, emphasizing techniques that avoid hand pinching. It highlights using the optic itself or environmental aids when one hand is unavailable, stressing the importance of practicing these methods.

This video demonstrates various pistol shooting techniques and malfunction clearance drills. It covers basic shooting stances, recoil management, and specific methods for clearing common firearm malfunctions like jams. The content also touches on nighttime shooting proficiency and the importance of proper grip and trigger control for accuracy.

This video demonstrates a critical one-handed magazine change technique for when a shooter's arm is incapacitated. It emphasizes the importance of an unconventional mindset, motor memory, and adaptability. The core steps involve using the knees to secure the firearm for magazine insertion and then racking the slide using pant material to get back into the fight quickly.

This video discusses advanced pistol shooting techniques, focusing on weak-hand shooting and the unconventional method of shooting a pistol upside down. It emphasizes the importance of dry fire practice, proper grip, trigger control, and sight alignment for accuracy, even with unusual shooting positions. The discussion highlights how mastering these techniques can be beneficial for self-defense scenarios where a primary hand might be injured or incapacitated.

This video demonstrates critical one-handed firearm operation and shooting techniques for self-defense scenarios. It covers how to rack a slide and chamber a round using environmental aids when a support hand is unavailable, and provides instruction on one-handed shooting mechanics, emphasizing a 'punching' motion for recoil control and accuracy. The content is presented by Lyle, a new concealed carrier, and the instructors of First Person Defender, highlighting practical applications for unexpected situations.