Darren Wilson's Gun Went "Click...Click...Bang?"

Published on November 27, 2014
Duration: 4:30

This video analyzes Darren Wilson's testimony about his firearm malfunctioning, specifically the 'click, click, bang' sequence. It explains the 'out of battery' malfunction, demonstrating how it affects different firearm types. A Glock's striker-fired mechanism prevents firing without an audible click when out of battery, while a Sig P229's DA/SA hammer-fired system still produces a click, validating Wilson's account.

Quick Summary

An 'out of battery' malfunction occurs when a semi-automatic pistol's slide isn't fully forward, preventing firing. On a Glock, the trigger becomes dead. However, a Sig P229's hammer-fired system will still produce an audible click when the trigger is pulled, explaining the 'click, click, bang' testimony.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Darren Wilson Testimony
  2. 00:51Understanding 'Out of Battery' Malfunctions
  3. 01:31The 'Click' Phenomenon Explained
  4. 02:16Glock Mechanical Demo (Out of Battery)
  5. 02:57Sig P229 Mechanical Demo (Out of Battery)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an 'out of battery' firearm malfunction?

An 'out of battery' malfunction occurs when the slide of a semi-automatic pistol is not fully closed and locked forward. This prevents the firing pin from striking the primer, thus inhibiting the firearm from firing.

Can a suspect grabbing a gun's slide cause a malfunction?

Yes, if a suspect grabs the slide of a semi-automatic pistol, they can push it back slightly, causing the firearm to go 'out of battery' and potentially preventing it from firing.

Why might a gun click twice before firing?

This 'click, click, bang' sequence can happen if the firearm goes out of battery. Depending on the gun's design, pulling the trigger might result in one or more dry clicks before the slide fully cycles and allows a round to fire.

How does a Glock behave when out of battery?

When a Glock pistol is out of battery, the trigger mechanism becomes 'dead.' Pulling the trigger will not produce an audible click because the striker cannot be released.

How does a Sig P229 behave when out of battery?

A Sig P229, being a DA/SA hammer-fired pistol, will still produce a loud, audible click if the trigger is pulled while the slide is out of battery, as the hammer will fall.

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