The DREADED Death Jam

Published on May 8, 2020
Duration: 4:31

This video details the rare but critical 'Death Jam' AR-15 malfunction, caused by faulty magazines or rounds flipping. It explains how worn magazine feed lips can cause rounds to jam between the bolt carrier and charging handle, preventing disassembly. The solution involves pushing the charging handle forward, manually retracting the bolt carrier, and removing the trapped round.

Quick Summary

The AR-15 'Death Jam' is a rare malfunction caused by faulty magazines, where worn feed lips allow rounds to jam between the bolt carrier and charging handle. To clear it, push the charging handle forward, then manually retract the bolt carrier to release the round.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: The Dreaded Death Jam
  2. 00:39What is a Death Jam?
  3. 01:10Safety First: Dummy Rounds
  4. 01:46Root Cause: Magazine Failure
  5. 02:25How the Malfunction Occurs
  6. 03:18Clearing the Death Jam

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes the AR-15 'Death Jam' malfunction?

The AR-15 'Death Jam' is typically caused by faulty magazines, where worn or damaged feed lips allow rounds to flip vertically and jam between the bolt carrier and charging handle channel.

How do you clear an AR-15 Death Jam?

To clear a Death Jam, push the charging handle fully forward and lock it. Then, manually pull the bolt carrier rearward using a tool or your finger to release the trapped round.

Are standard AR-15 malfunction drills effective for a Death Jam?

No, standard malfunction clearance procedures are ineffective for a Death Jam because the bolt gets stuck in the receiver extension, preventing normal disassembly.

What is the role of the magazine in a Death Jam?

Worn or damaged magazine feed lips, common in alloy or heavily used PMAGs, are a primary cause. They allow rounds to pop out vertically during the feeding cycle, leading to the jam.

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