High Standard 10B: Disassembly and Attempted Shooting

Published on October 19, 2015
Duration: 19:17

The High Standard Model 10B is a bullpup shotgun with a unique design intended for law enforcement, featuring a swiveling buttstock and carry handle. However, it suffers from significant reliability issues, particularly with lighter loads, often requiring manual cycling. A key mechanical failure identified is a hammer pin sliding out of place under recoil, obstructing the action.

Quick Summary

The High Standard Model 10B is a bullpup shotgun designed for law enforcement, originally based on Alfred Crouch's patent. It requires high-brass or magnum 12-gauge loads for reliable function, as lighter loads often cause malfunctions due to issues like a sliding hammer pin.

Chapters

  1. 00:21History and Origins of the High Standard Model 10
  2. 01:29Law Enforcement Features and Design
  3. 03:00Comparing the 10A vs. 10B Models
  4. 04:10Ammunition Requirements for the 10B
  5. 04:58Range Testing and Malfunctions
  6. 07:31Mechanical Troubleshooting Identified
  7. 08:49Full Disassembly and Internal Components

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main reliability issues with the High Standard Model 10B shotgun?

The High Standard Model 10B is known for reliability issues, especially when using low-brass birdshot. It often requires manual cycling and can experience malfunctions due to mechanical problems like a hammer pin sliding out of place under recoil.

What type of ammunition is recommended for the High Standard Model 10B?

The High Standard Model 10B is specifically designed to function reliably with high-brass and magnum 12-gauge loads. Using lighter loads like standard birdshot is generally not recommended due to potential cycling failures.

What distinguishes the High Standard Model 10B from the 10A?

The primary differences are that the 10A featured an integrated flashlight within its chassis, while the 10B moved the light to an external mount and added a left-side charging handle in addition to the right-side one.

What mechanical failure was found in the High Standard 10B during disassembly?

During inspection, a significant mechanical failure was discovered: the hammer pin was sliding out of place under recoil. This obstruction prevented the action from closing properly after firing a round.

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