A 320 goes pop in class!

Published on April 13, 2025
Duration: 7:00

This video discusses multiple incidents of SIG Sauer P320 pistols discharging while holstered, leading to a ban by Achilles Heel Tactical and Chicago PD. A potential cause identified is a worn or softened striker safety spring, which can affect the striker block interface. The speaker emphasizes caution and suggests checking this component for P320 owners.

Quick Summary

Multiple SIG Sauer P320 pistols have discharged while holstered, leading to training facilities like Achilles Heel Tactical banning them and Chicago PD removing them as duty weapons. A potential cause is a worn striker safety spring, which affects the striker block's engagement. Owners are advised to perform sear tests and ensure this spring is functional.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: SIG P320 News
  2. 00:14Holstered Discharge Incident in Tennessee
  3. 00:27Instructor's Reaction and Witness Accounts
  4. 00:51Achilles Heel Tactical Statement and Ban
  5. 01:16Details of the Tennessee Incident
  6. 01:53Safety Hazard of P320s
  7. 02:10Previous IDPA Match Incident
  8. 02:39Witness Accounts of IDPA Incident
  9. 02:50Trend of P320 Issues
  10. 03:02Potential Cause: Striker Spring Issue
  11. 03:43Striker Safety Spring Explained
  12. 04:05Sear Test Comparison: X5 vs. Trade-in
  13. 04:12Impact of Safety Lever Spring
  14. 04:41Significance of the Safety Spring
  15. 04:53Gungas Khan's P320 Incident with Sig
  16. 05:25Caution for P320 Owners
  17. 06:04Chicago PD Bans P320
  18. 06:31Accelerating Trend of Issues
  19. 06:51Conclusion: A Time to Be Alive

Frequently Asked Questions

What led to Achilles Heel Tactical banning SIG Sauer P320 pistols from their classes?

Achilles Heel Tactical banned SIG Sauer P320 pistols after multiple incidents of the firearms discharging while holstered. They cited safety hazards and stated students carry them at their own risk, emphasizing the need for a safe training environment.

What is the potential mechanical reason for SIG P320 holstered discharges?

A potential cause for SIG P320 holstered discharges is a worn or softened striker safety spring. This spring is crucial for the proper interface between the safety lever and the striker block, and its degradation can lead to unintended firing.

Has any law enforcement agency banned the SIG P320?

Yes, the Chicago Police Department has abruptly banned the SIG Sauer P320 as an authorized duty weapon. This decision reflects significant concerns regarding the firearm's reliability and safety in a professional law enforcement context.

What is the striker punch sear test and why is it relevant to P320 safety?

The striker punch sear test is a method to check if a firearm can be discharged without pulling the trigger. For the P320, passing this test, especially after ensuring the safety lever spring is correctly installed, indicates a more secure striker block engagement.

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