Videos tagged with Pistol Malfunction Clearing

This video emphasizes a universal and reliable approach to clearing handgun malfunctions, prioritizing speed and effectiveness under pressure. It details the 'Tap, Rack, Bang' immediate action drill and the subsequent 'unload and reload' remedial action for persistent issues. The instructor advocates for retaining skills in subconscious memory to reduce cognitive load during a critical incident.

This video addresses common firearm malfunctions, specifically focusing on identifying and clearing a double feed jam. Instructor John G. Johnson explains that a double feed occurs when two rounds are pushed into the chamber simultaneously, preventing the firearm from going into battery. He demonstrates a technique to overcome this by releasing pressure on the magazine before dropping it, followed by re-racking the slide.

This guide details how to clear a common 'stovepipe' or failure to eject malfunction, a situation where a spent casing gets stuck in the firearm. The expert instruction from Vampire Guns emphasizes a 'rotate and release' method. This technique involves rotating the pistol towards the ejection port and slightly retracting the slide to free the casing, allowing the slide to cycle and clear the obstruction. Proper extractor tension is highlighted as a key preventative measure, especially for 1911 platforms.

This guide details the immediate action drill for clearing common pistol malfunctions, as demonstrated by Rob from T1G. It covers the steps for addressing issues like stovepipes and failures to feed or fire, emphasizing a systematic approach to quickly restore the firearm to operational status. The instruction is delivered with expert authority, providing clear, actionable steps for shooters to practice.