MRCOLIONNOIR HATES Frame Mounted SAFETIES & Chamber Blooper!

Published on October 20, 2012
Duration: 0:33

This entry details a common range mishap where a pistol's frame-mounted safety and a chambered round caused re-holstering difficulties, leading to a humorous 'blooper' moment. It emphasizes the importance of clearing the firearm and addressing the issue before re-holstering, highlighting a critical safety and technique lesson from Colion Noir's experience. The content is presented as a guide for intermediate shooters to handle such malfunctions effectively.

Quick Summary

If a pistol fails to re-holster due to a chambered round or slide issue, do not force it. Safely disengage, visually and physically inspect the firearm, clear it by removing the magazine and cycling the action, address the issue, and then re-holster.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Struggle with Frame-Mounted Safety
  2. 00:15Chambered Round Re-holstering Issue & Blooper
  3. 00:22Blooper Reel Humor & Lessons
  4. 00:26Clearing and Successful Re-holstering

Frequently Asked Questions

What caused Colion Noir's pistol re-holstering issue in the video?

Colion Noir experienced a re-holstering issue likely due to a chambered round or a slide problem preventing the pistol from seating correctly in the holster. This is a common, albeit humorous, range mishap.

What is the proper procedure after a pistol fails to re-holster?

If a pistol fails to re-holster, do not force it. Safely disengage, visually and physically inspect the firearm, clear it by removing the magazine and cycling the action, address the issue, and then re-holster.

Why are frame-mounted safeties sometimes problematic during a draw?

Frame-mounted safeties, especially on certain pistol designs, can be inadvertently engaged or require an extra manipulation step during a rapid draw, causing a delay in bringing the firearm to bear.

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