Videos tagged with Quality Control Issues

This review of the Smith & Wesson 386 Night Guard highlights its lightweight scandium alloy frame, 3-inch barrel, and 7-shot .357 Magnum capacity, making it suitable for concealed carry. While praised for its aesthetics and reliability in ignition and timing, the review points out significant quality control concerns including a bent front sight, loose blast shield, uneven cylinder gap due to a rough forcing cone, and cosmetic blemishes. The double-action trigger pull is described as having numerous hitches, contrary to manufacturer claims.

This expert analysis from Guns You Can't Live Without details eight firearms whose resale values have plummeted due to market shifts, quality control issues, and declining demand. The video highlights specific models like the Remington Model 700 and Hi-Point C9, explaining why they are now considered poor investments and often worthless on the used market. It serves as a cautionary guide for both potential buyers and current owners.

This video critically examines 13 firearms owners are reportedly dumping in 2026, citing significant quality control issues, reliability failures, and safety concerns. The expert analysis highlights specific malfunctions and recalls, advising potential buyers to exercise caution. It serves as a cautionary guide for firearm selection based on real-world owner feedback and technical assessments.

This guide details modifications and fitment adjustments for the Red Star BSR47, highlighting common issues encountered. It covers installing aftermarket parts like an Ultimak rail and wood furniture, and addresses necessary fixes for the safety selector and trunnion screw hole. The expert assessment notes the rifle's reliability despite manufacturing concerns, offering insights for owners looking to improve their firearm.

This review of the Smith & Wesson Performance Center 640 Black J-Frame revolver highlights its potential as a deep concealment hand cannon chambered in .357 Magnum. While praising its robust Cerakote finish, dovetail sights, and moon clip compatibility, the reviewer expresses significant frustration with Smith & Wesson's quality control, citing persistent internal functional issues even after warranty service. The video contrasts the revolver's reliability in extreme close-quarters with the higher capacity and accessory options of modern semi-automatics, ultimately concluding that while a good example can be an heirloom, purchasing one carries a significant risk due to current manufacturing quality.

This video delves into the recurring issue of firearms, particularly the SIG Sauer P320, discharging unintentionally. It explores alleged design flaws, quality control issues, and the impact on military and law enforcement use. The discussion extends to similar problems reported with the Barrett MRAD and Remington 700, highlighting concerns about modularity and manufacturing standards. The content emphasizes the importance of firearm safety and the potential consequences of design oversights.

This video critically analyzes the Sig Sauer P365 and other Sig firearms, arguing against their reliability and quality control. The speaker details numerous reported issues across various Sig models, including the P320, Cross, Spear LT, and XM7, citing failures like striker drag, broken firing pins, and barrel peening. The presenter contends that Sig Sauer prioritizes marketing and contracts over civilian safety, using consumers as beta testers and engaging in a 'deny, patch, repeat' strategy for addressing defects.

This video critically examines the Springfield Armory Prodigy pistol, highlighting significant quality control issues and reliability problems reported by multiple users. The presenter and commenters detail frequent malfunctions such as light primer strikes, failures to eject, and loose components. Many users resort to extensive aftermarket modifications and gunsmithing to make the Prodigy function reliably, turning it into a 'project gun.' The consensus is that Springfield Armory should improve its manufacturing standards to avoid releasing firearms that require immediate, costly, and time-consuming fixes.

This review of the Smith & Wesson 586 L Comp by Nightwood Guns highlights its potential as a carry revolver, particularly for its .357 Magnum power and integral compensator. However, the presenter, Brett, emphasizes significant quality control issues with modern S&W revolvers, including timing problems, cosmetic defects, and trigger reset issues, necessitating aftermarket modifications for optimal performance. Despite these drawbacks, the underlying design of the S&W revolver is praised for its durability, ergonomics, and fast trigger reset.

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 discusses potential issues with Sig Sauer P320 pistols, specifically concerning the striker mechanism. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, explains a "punch test" that can cause the striker to fall on some P320s, suggesting variations in manufacturing tolerances and quality control may be contributing factors. He notes that not all P320s exhibit this behavior and that observed accidental discharges often occur during physical activity rather than when the firearm is at rest.

This video details a user's experience with a Daniel Defense M4A1 RIS III rifle that initially suffered from significant malfunctions including stovepipes and double feeds. After troubleshooting and warranty service, the rifle was replaced with a new unit that performed flawlessly. The review highlights the importance of quality control and how manufacturers handle issues, ultimately concluding positively on the replacement rifle.