Videos tagged with Slide-mounted Decocker

This video provides an expert overview of the Smith & Wesson XM9 pistol, presented by Keith Ford and Steve Austin from the Rock Island Auction Company. The XM9, a variant of the Model 459, was one of 30 pistols submitted for the Joint Service Small Arms Program (JSAP) trials in the 1970s, aiming to replace the M1911. The discussion highlights its DA/SA action, 15-round double-stack magazine, and slide-mounted decocker, placing it within the competitive landscape against firearms like the Beretta 92 and Sig P226.

This guide details the field stripping procedure for the Makarov PM pistol, as demonstrated by an experienced firearms instructor. It covers the essential steps for basic disassembly, crucial for maintenance and understanding the firearm's mechanics. The instructor emphasizes safety throughout the process.