Boberg XR9-S Field Strip

Published on September 14, 2016
Duration: 3:32

This video provides a step-by-step guide to field stripping the Boberg XR9-S pistol, now marketed as the Bond Arms Bullpup. The process involves disengaging a takedown switch after pulling the slide back to a relief cut, followed by removing the locking block, recoil spring, and barrel. The presenter highlights the unique bullpup design where rounds are loaded from the rear and rotated into the chamber.

Quick Summary

The Boberg XR9-S, now the Bond Arms Bullpup, is a bullpup pistol that loads rounds from the rear and rotates them into the chamber. Field stripping involves pulling the slide to a relief cut, rotating the takedown switch, and then removing the slide, locking block, recoil spring, and barrel. Use only approved ammunition for reliable operation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Boberg XR9-S
  2. 00:16Design and Ammunition Notes
  3. 01:09Trigger Pull Assessment
  4. 01:20Chamber Check
  5. 01:27Takedown Switch and Slide Removal
  6. 01:44Frame Mechanism
  7. 01:55Slide Disassembly
  8. 02:10Locking Block and Barrel Removal
  9. 02:44Fully Field Stripped XR9-S
  10. 02:49Calibers and Variants
  11. 03:03Acquisition and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you field strip a Boberg XR9-S pistol?

To field strip the Boberg XR9-S, first ensure it's unloaded. Pull the slide back to its relief cut, rotate the takedown switch down, and remove the slide. Then, remove the locking block, recoil spring, and guide rod from the slide, followed by tilting and removing the barrel.

What makes the Boberg XR9-S a unique pistol design?

The Boberg XR9-S is a bullpup pistol, meaning the action is located behind the trigger. It uniquely loads rounds from the rear and rotates them into the chamber, a mechanism compared to some machine guns.

What ammunition should be used with the Boberg XR9-S?

It's crucial to use only approved ammunition types for the Boberg XR9-S, as listed in the manual. Using unapproved ammunition can lead to issues like case separation from the bullet, compromising reliability.

Who currently manufactures the Boberg XR9-S pistol?

The Boberg XR9-S is now manufactured by Bond Arms. Bond Arms acquired the machinery and tools from Boberg, continuing the production of this distinctive bullpup pistol.

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