Grabbing the Slide and Firing | Polenar Tactical

Published on January 27, 2013
Duration: 2:27

This video demonstrates and tests the effectiveness of grabbing a semi-automatic pistol's slide during a close-quarters struggle to prevent it from cycling. Live fire tests with a Sig Sauer P226 and Beretta 92FS confirm that holding the slide allows only one round to be fired before a malfunction occurs, rendering the weapon temporarily inoperable for follow-up shots.

Quick Summary

Grabbing the slide of a semi-automatic pistol prevents it from cycling. While it can fire one round, the slide cannot eject the spent casing or chamber a new one, causing an immediate malfunction and stopping follow-up shots.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The Slide Grab Technique
  2. 00:15Disarm Mechanics Demonstration
  3. 00:53Live Fire Test: Sig Sauer P226
  4. 01:26Live Fire Test: Beretta 92FS
  5. 01:55Close-up: Slide Failure to Cycle

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if you grab the slide of a semi-automatic pistol during a close-quarters struggle?

Grabbing the slide prevents the pistol's cycling mechanism. While it may fire one round, the slide cannot move rearward to eject the spent casing and chamber a new round, causing a malfunction.

Can a pistol still fire if someone grabs the slide?

Yes, a semi-automatic pistol can typically fire one round even if the slide is held firmly. However, the action will immediately stop functioning, preventing subsequent shots until the obstruction is cleared.

Which pistols were used in the slide grab test?

The firearms used in the test were a Sig Sauer P226 and a Beretta 92FS, both popular semi-automatic handguns chambered in 9mm.

Does grabbing the slide completely disable the pistol?

It temporarily disables the pistol's ability to fire follow-up shots automatically. The weapon will malfunction after the first shot, requiring manual intervention to clear and reset the action.

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