Don't Rest Mag on the Ground! Whaaaat?!

Published on September 29, 2019
Duration: 3:37

This video debunks the myth that resting a rifle's magazine on the ground causes malfunctions. Instructor Rob Ski demonstrates with both AK-47 (WASR-10) and AR-15 (M4A1 style) platforms that magazine resting actually provides superior stability for accurate shooting, referencing official US Army doctrine (TC 3-22.9) that confirms this technique is authorized and effective.

Quick Summary

Resting your rifle's magazine on the ground is an authorized and effective technique for stability, confirmed by US Army TC 3-22.9. Instructor Rob Ski demonstrates that modern AK and AR-15 platforms can use their magazines as monopods for improved accuracy without causing malfunctions, debunking a common myth.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Magazine Myth
  2. 00:22Origins of the Myth
  3. 01:15AK Platform Demonstration
  4. 01:45AR-15 Platform Demonstration
  5. 02:05Official Military Doctrine
  6. 02:38Practical Benefits and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it bad to rest your rifle's magazine on the ground?

No, according to US Army TC 3-22.9, resting your rifle's magazine on the ground is an authorized and effective technique for stability. Instructor Rob Ski demonstrates this provides superior support for accurate shooting with both AK and AR platforms, debunking a common myth.

Why do people think resting a magazine on the ground causes malfunctions?

This myth likely stems from older firearm designs and magazines from eras like the Vietnam War. Modern, well-built rifles and magazines, as demonstrated by Rob Ski, are robust enough to handle magazine contact with the ground without inducing malfunctions.

How can I improve stability when shooting prone?

One effective method, confirmed by US Army doctrine, is to use your rifle's magazine as a monopod. By resting the magazine on a stable surface like the ground or a rock, you can achieve greater stability for more precise shots.

Does the magazine monopod technique work for both AK and AR-15 style rifles?

Yes, the video demonstrates that the magazine monopod technique is effective for both AK-47 platform rifles, such as the WASR-10, and AR-15 platform rifles like the M4A1. Both platforms cycled reliably and showed improved stability.

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