How to Clear the Most Difficult Pistol Malfunction- Type 4

Published on July 24, 2022
Duration: 4:58

This video from Geauga Firearms Academy introduces and demonstrates a technique for clearing a 'Type 4' pistol malfunction, characterized by the extractor getting hung up on brass stuck in the chamber, preventing the slide from moving freely. The instructor emphasizes that brute force is ineffective and a quick, sharp 'chop' to the grip is the solution. This technique is presented as a reliable method for freeing jammed slides when traditional clearing methods fail.

Quick Summary

The Type 4 pistol malfunction occurs when the extractor snags on brass stuck in the chamber, jamming the slide. Clearing it requires a specific technique: firmly grip the slide with your support hand and deliver a sharp, quick 'chop' to the pistol's grip with your firing hand. This rapid snap of force, not brute strength, is key to dislodging the extractor.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Type 4 Malfunction
  2. 00:42Demonstration Firearm: Glock 19
  3. 01:01Understanding the Type 4 Malfunction
  4. 01:39The Quick Snap Technique Explained
  5. 02:17Grip and Hand Placement
  6. 02:56Executing the Chop Technique
  7. 03:16Clearing the Malfunction
  8. 03:32Post-Clearance Inspection
  9. 03:41Two-Step Clearance Process
  10. 04:00Summary of Type 4 Clearance
  11. 04:17Geauga Firearms Academy Platforms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Type 4 pistol malfunction?

A Type 4 pistol malfunction is defined as a situation where the extractor gets hung up on brass stuck in the chamber, preventing the slide from moving freely and requiring a specific clearing technique beyond normal methods.

How do you clear a Type 4 pistol malfunction?

To clear a Type 4 malfunction, firmly grasp the slide with your support hand and deliver a sharp, quick 'chop' to the grip with your firing hand. This rapid snap of force is designed to break the extractor free from the obstruction.

Why doesn't brute force work for a Type 4 malfunction?

Brute force or sustained pressure is ineffective for a Type 4 malfunction because the issue is not a lack of strength but a mechanical binding. The solution lies in the physics of a quick, sharp impact to dislodge the extractor.

What firearm is used to demonstrate clearing a Type 4 malfunction?

The Glock 19 is used in the demonstration to show how to clear the challenging Type 4 pistol malfunction. The instructor notes that certain snap caps can be more prone to causing this issue during training.

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