Unsafe flagging? OUNCE folding pistol 3rd Bay CCW

Published on February 25, 2026
Duration: 0:48

This entry details the safety features of the Ounce ultra-compact folding pistol, designed by Bill Osborne of Third Bay, LLC. It addresses concerns about self-flagging during unjamming, demonstrating a safe state where the hammer is down and the firing pin is retracted, preventing accidental discharge. The guide emphasizes the importance of the neutral handle position with a retracted barrel for safe handling.

Quick Summary

The Ounce folding pistol ensures safety through a specific 'safe state' where the hammer is down and the firing pin is retracted. This is achieved when the handle is in a neutral position with the barrel retracted, making accidental discharge impossible, as explained by designer Bill Osborne.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Safety Questions
  2. 00:23Demonstrating Safe State

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Ounce folding pistol ensure safety during unjamming?

The Ounce pistol has a specific safe state achieved when the handle is neutral and the barrel is retracted. In this position, the hammer is down and the firing pin is back, making it impossible for the gun to discharge.

What is the 'safe state' of the Ounce folding pistol?

The safe state is when the firearm's handle is in a neutral position with the barrel retracted. This configuration ensures the hammer cannot strike the firing pin, thus preventing accidental firing.

Who designed the Ounce folding pistol and explained its safety?

Bill Osborne, the designer of the Ounce ultra-compact folding pistol and an exhibitor for Third Bay, LLC, personally explains its safety features and design.

What common safety concern is addressed regarding the Ounce folding pistol?

The video addresses concerns that the Ounce folding pistol might cause users to 'self-flag' (point the muzzle unsafely) during unjamming. The designer demonstrates how to handle it safely to avoid this.

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