Combat Pistol Malfunction Drills | Tactical Rifleman

This video provides expert instruction on clearing rifle malfunctions using Immediate and Remedial Action techniques. It details the 'Tap, Rack, Bang' sequence for 'click, no bang' issues and outlines the steps for Remedial Action, including magazine stripping, visual inspection, and re-engagement, emphasizing safety protocols for stuck rounds in training.

This video emphasizes a universal and reliable approach to clearing handgun malfunctions, prioritizing speed and effectiveness under pressure. It details the 'Tap, Rack, Bang' immediate action drill and the subsequent 'unload and reload' remedial action for persistent issues. The instructor advocates for retaining skills in subconscious memory to reduce cognitive load during a critical incident.

This video demonstrates essential firearm malfunction clearance and tactical reload techniques applicable to both pistols and carbines. It covers the 'tap, rack, bang' immediate action drill and specific procedures for clearing traditional double feeds and bolt overrides, emphasizing speed and efficiency in a tactical environment. The instructor also touches on vehicle-based readiness with the 'cruiser ready' concept.

This video demonstrates a method for clearing a double feed malfunction in a firearm. The instructor emphasizes taking tension off the chamber, removing the magazine, and using forward tension to clear the obstruction before reinserting the magazine and cycling the action. This technique aims to resolve the issue without exacerbating it.

This guide, presented by Navy SEAL 'Coch', details the proper use of dummy rounds (snap caps) for advanced firearms training. It covers dry fire drills, simulating malfunctions by mixing dummy rounds with live ammunition, and distinguishing between immediate and remedial action. The instruction emphasizes slow, deliberate practice to build proficiency in clearing unexpected firearm failures under stress.

This video demonstrates a weapon malfunction clearing and transition drill. It covers the steps for addressing rifle malfunctions, including immediate action drills and transitioning to a pistol when necessary. The drill emphasizes speed and proficiency in resolving stoppages under pressure.

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.