How to install and use GLOCK Kit | Reasons for Dry Fire Training | Tactical Rifleman

This guide details the installation and evaluation of the TriggerTech Ace trigger for Glock firearms, based on expert assessment from Ben Stoeger. It covers the trigger's redesign following a recall, its performance characteristics like a ~2.5 lb pull weight and crisp reset, and its suitability for competitive shooting. The speaker, an expert in competitive shooting, emphasizes its reliability over thousands of rounds after the redesign and advises caution for non-competition use.

This video details a malfunction in a custom-built PSA Dagger firearm, where it exhibits unexpected full-auto-like firing behavior. The speaker, demonstrating experienced knowledge of firearm components and pricing, compares it to a standard Glock and discusses potential causes related to trigger reset or sear engagement. The guide outlines steps to diagnose such issues, emphasizing the importance of understanding build components and potential repair decisions.

This guide, based on expert instruction, details 17 habits to ensure firearms like Glocks and AR-15s last over 20,000 rounds. It emphasizes proactive maintenance, including meticulous round count logging, regular cleaning and lubrication, timely replacement of critical springs and components, and thorough visual inspections. Following these practices prevents malfunctions and extends the operational life of your firearm.

This guide details how to address light strike issues, a common problem that can occur with aftermarket trigger systems. Ben Stoeger, a highly experienced competitive shooter, explains that cleaning a gummed-up safety plunger can often resolve the problem without needing to replace the striker spring. This process is crucial for ensuring reliable firearm function, especially in competition or defensive scenarios.

This guide details how to effectively use the Forsaken Industries Magnetic Gun Cleaning Mat for firearm maintenance. It emphasizes organization with dedicated compartments and magnetic squares for small parts, alongside the use of Forsaken Industries' cleaning products. The mat's durable, resistant material and convenient hanging storage are highlighted, offering a systematic approach to gun care.

This guide provides a detailed, step-by-step process for cleaning a Glock 19, drawing from expert instruction. It covers essential safety protocols, efficient field stripping, thorough cleaning techniques using specialized tools like the Tactical Elites kit, proper lubrication points, and final reassembly. The video emphasizes maintaining reliability even for durable firearms like the Glock.

Instruction from Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a tactical fixed blade knife to create space when an opponent attempts to grab a pistol. The video highlights the risks of close-range pistol draws and advocates for a knife transition to safely disengage and re-establish a firing platform. This technique emphasizes anatomical targets for creating distance rather than immediate lethal force.

This guide details a Navy SEAL's CQC room clearing technique, emphasizing 'economy of motion' and precise footwork. It highlights the critical 'long step' maneuver for maintaining balance and readiness when entering a corner-fed room, contrasting it with the dangerous 'short step.' The instruction, delivered by a subject matter expert, focuses on life-saving fundamentals for tactical proficiency.

This guide details an emergency ammo resupply technique using a standard USGI 6-Pocket Bandolier, as demonstrated by Karl Erickson from Tactical Rifleman. It explains how to utilize the bandolier's expandable pockets, designed for 5.56mm magazines, to rapidly pack ammunition for field resupply. The technique emphasizes efficient loading and compact storage for integration into tactical kits.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gelatin test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP defensive ammunition. Instruction comes from Pete, a retired USSF member, who details the performance of Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm and Cor-Bon Pow'R Ball .45 ACP. The comparison focuses on penetration depth, wound cavitation, and feeding reliability, particularly for 1911 platforms.