How does Special Forces load and make ready? #shorts #specialforces #military

Published on August 26, 2025
Duration: 1:00

This video demonstrates a Special Forces-style procedure for reloading and making ready both a pistol and a rifle. It emphasizes visual confirmation of clear chambers, efficient magazine insertion using techniques like the 'beer can grip' for rifles, and proper use of controls like the bolt carrier release and forward assist. The process also includes replenishing ammunition in speed reload pouches.

Quick Summary

Special Forces reload and make ready procedures prioritize weapon readiness. This involves checking sights, locking the slide/bolt, visually confirming a clear chamber, and efficiently inserting fresh magazines using techniques like the 'slingshot' for pistols and the 'beer can grip' for rifles.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Pistol Reload Start
  2. 00:02Pistol Sight Check
  3. 00:06Lock Slide & Chamber Check
  4. 00:10Pistol Speed Reload
  5. 00:15Holster Pistol
  6. 00:17Refill Pistol Mag Pouch
  7. 00:26Rifle Make Ready Start
  8. 00:29Rifle Optics & Light Check
  9. 00:33Lock Bolt Carrier & Chamber Check
  10. 00:39Rifle Speed Reload (Beer Can Grip)
  11. 00:45Engage Bolt Release
  12. 00:49Forward Assist Use
  13. 00:51Close Dust Cover
  14. 00:53Refill Rifle Mag Pouch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step in the Special Forces reload and make ready procedure?

The procedure begins with the secondary firearm, the pistol. The first steps involve double-checking the sights for full presentation and then locking the slide to the rear to visually inspect the chamber.

How is a round chambered on a rifle after a speed reload in this technique?

After inserting the speed reload magazine into the rifle, the bolt carrier release is engaged. The video also shows using the forward assist if the bolt carrier does not fully close on its own.

What is the 'beer can grip' mentioned for rifle reloads?

The 'beer can grip' refers to a method of holding the rifle magazine during insertion, where the shooter cups the body of the magazine, similar to holding a can of beer, for a secure grip.

Why is it important to refill the least accessible magazine pouch after a reload?

Refilling the least accessible magazine pouch ensures that your immediate reloads (in the speed reload pouch) are ready, and your reserve ammunition is also replenished, maintaining a full loadout.

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