Gun Rant: Should You Carry A Spare Mag?

Published on June 9, 2022
Duration: 6:29

This video emphasizes the importance of carrying a spare magazine for concealed carry, even if average self-defense encounters use few rounds. The primary reason cited is redundancy against potential magazine failures, such as spring fatigue from constant loading. The speaker recommends having a spare mag readily accessible, either on your person or nearby in an EDC bag, and suggests various carrying methods like pocket clips.

Quick Summary

Carrying a spare magazine for your concealed firearm is essential for redundancy against potential failures, such as magazine spring fatigue. Even if self-defense encounters use few rounds, a spare mag ensures readiness if your primary magazine malfunctions. Methods like pocket clips offer discreet carrying options.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Introduction: Locs N Load Firearm Views
  2. 00:36The Question: Should You Carry a Spare Mag?
  3. 00:41The Answer: Yes, But How?
  4. 01:04Why Carry a Spare Mag? Redundancy Explained
  5. 01:30Magazine Spring Fatigue and Potential Failures
  6. 02:05Immediate Action for Magazine Failure
  7. 02:31Primary Reason for Spare Mags: Murphy's Law
  8. 02:58When Not to Carry on Person: Work Considerations
  9. 03:25Recap: Spare Mag Necessity
  10. 03:57Ways to Carry a Spare Magazine
  11. 04:04NeoMag Pocket Clip Demonstration
  12. 04:38Pros and Cons of Pocket Carry
  13. 05:00Various Carrying Methods
  14. 05:13Final Advice: Train and Maintain
  15. 05:36Outro: Stay Dangerous

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is carrying a spare magazine important for concealed carry?

Carrying a spare magazine is crucial for redundancy. It ensures you have a functional backup if your primary magazine fails due to issues like spring fatigue from constant loading, or if you need to reload quickly during a self-defense encounter.

Does the average number of rounds fired in a self-defense shooting affect the need for a spare magazine?

No, even though self-defense shootings often involve few rounds, the need for a spare magazine remains. The primary reason is to mitigate potential equipment failures, not just to have extra ammunition for extended firing.

What are some ways to carry a spare magazine?

Spare magazines can be carried in various ways, including inside-the-waistband (IWB) magazine carriers, or using pocket clips like the NeoMag, which uses magnets to keep the magazine upright and accessible in your pocket.

What should you do if your magazine fails during a self-defense situation?

If your magazine fails during a self-defense situation, the immediate action is to drop the faulty magazine, insert a fresh one, and re-engage the threat. You can address the issue with the old magazine after the encounter is resolved.

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