Is your bolt the real enemy?

This video from School of the American Rifle highlights the importance of a functioning ejector on an AR-15 bolt. It demonstrates how a seized ejector can cause a firearm to stop working. The instructor explains that dual ejector bolts offer a redundancy, as one ejector can fail and the other can still ensure proper ejection.

This video debunks the myth that high chamber pressure alone causes excessive wear on firearms, particularly the new 30 Super Carry. The instructor explains that wear is primarily influenced by the firearm's recoil spring system and the timing of the slide's reciprocation. He uses slow-motion footage and comparisons to other calibers like 9mm, 40 S&W, and 5.7x28mm to illustrate how pressure is managed and why a properly sprung firearm can handle higher pressures without premature wear.

This guide details the field stripping and reassembly process for the Walther PPK/S, as demonstrated by a knowledgeable firearms instructor. It covers the unique trigger guard release mechanism for slide removal and emphasizes the importance of safety during the procedure. The review highlights the hybrid American/German manufacturing and its implications for import regulations.

This guide details troubleshooting steps for an AR-15 build experiencing cycling failures, as demonstrated by Graham Baates. It covers inspecting the bolt carrier group, buffer tube, adjustable gas block, and trigger assembly for potential issues. The process emphasizes careful disassembly and reassembly to diagnose and resolve short-stroking or failure-to-cycle problems.

This guide details the field stripping process for the Bersa TPR9C, as demonstrated by GBGuns. It covers the essential steps for safely disassembling the firearm for cleaning and inspection, emphasizing critical safety checks. The speaker's high authority level ensures a technically sound procedure.

This review details the Smith & Wesson Performance Center Pro Series Compact 1911 in 9mm, highlighting its external features, internal components, and field stripping process. The expert analysis covers the scandium alloy frame, 3-inch bull barrel, and trigger characteristics, offering insights into its suitability for concealed carry and potential limitations with certain ammunition types.