Heart Break Toob: My Cursed Sterling SMG

Published on October 1, 2022
Duration: 8:23

This video details a challenging Sterling SMG build, highlighting immediate range failures and persistent malfunctions like squib loads and feeding issues. The host demonstrates field-expedient repairs and discusses the complexities of modernizing a vintage design into a semi-automatic pistol, ultimately resorting to Glock 17 drills due to the Sterling's unreliability.

Quick Summary

The Sterling SMG build faced immediate range failures and persistent malfunctions like squib loads and feeding issues. Field-expedient repairs were demonstrated, but the gun's reliability remained low, prompting a switch to Glock 17 drills for a more satisfying shooting experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Initial Range Failures of the Cursed Sterling SMG
  2. 01:11Sterling SMG Build Background and Issues
  3. 02:27Design Philosophy: Modernized Tube Gun
  4. 03:01Clearing a Squib Load: Field Gunsmithing
  5. 04:31Modern Features and Persistent Malfunctions
  6. 06:24Switching to Glock 17 for Shooting Drills

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main problems encountered with the Sterling SMG build?

The Sterling SMG build immediately experienced malfunctions upon its first range trips. Persistent issues included squib loads, feeding problems, and loose components, leading to very low reliability and frustration for the builder.

How was the squib load cleared from the Sterling SMG barrel?

A squib load was cleared using field-expedient gunsmithing. The host demonstrated using a cleaning rod and a rock to hammer the lodged projectile out of the barrel, a common, albeit crude, method for clearing such obstructions.

Why did the builder switch to a Glock 17 during the video?

The builder switched to a Glock 17 because the Sterling SMG build was experiencing constant malfunctions and failures. He needed to 'scratch the shooting itch' with a reliable firearm after the frustrating performance of the custom build.

What is the significance of building the Sterling SMG as a semi-automatic pistol?

Building the Sterling SMG as a semi-automatic pistol is a requirement due to NFA laws. This classification allows for certain configurations that would otherwise be restricted, but it also adds complexity to the build process.

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