Properly clear your pistol malfunctions

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring former law enforcement officer and firearms instructor Mike Williver, details critical firearm malfunction clearance techniques. It highlights the 'tap and rack' method for clearing common issues like failures to feed and stovepipes. The discussion also explores the effectiveness of simply racking the slide in real-world scenarios, contrasting it with traditional training methods.

This video demonstrates how to clear a common firearm malfunction, specifically a failure to feed, using a Glock 42. The instructor guides a new shooter through locking the slide, shaking the firearm, and performing a 'tap and rack' maneuver to get back into the action. The content emphasizes the importance of clearing malfunctions quickly and safely.

This video demonstrates common firearm malfunctions, specifically stovepipe and failure-to-extract issues, using a Smith & Wesson Model 52 chambered in .38 Special Wadcutter. The presenter, JaredAF, highlights how specific ammunition types can exacerbate these problems. The content serves as a cautionary example for firearm handling and maintenance.

Instructor Mike details a method for clearing a Type 3 malfunction, often called a 'parking lot jam,' which occurs when a new round attempts to enter the chamber before the previous casing has been fully ejected. He emphasizes a 'lock, mag to pinky, rack three, mag in, rack' sequence, arguing it's more universally applicable than 'rip and rack' methods, especially on firearms with less aggressive magazine base plates. The instructor highlights the importance of context, noting that specialized techniques may not suit the average concealed carrier.

This video provides a clear, two-step methodology for clearing rifle malfunctions under stress, presented by Neil from Geauga Firearms Academy. The primary distinction is whether the bolt is forward (requiring a tap-rack) or not forward (requiring a more involved clearing process). The instruction emphasizes practical application and the impact of stress on procedural execution, drawing from professional experience.

This video tests the reliability of a post-World War I Luger pistol, specifically addressing the common claim that they frequently jam. The test involved firing three rapid shots, followed by tests with a loose grip and a side grip. While initially reliable, the pistol eventually experienced a failure to extract, resulting in a stovepipe malfunction that required manual clearing.

This video demonstrates an advanced self-defense technique for surviving an armed robbery. An expert instructor showcases how to de-escalate, comply to create a distraction, and execute a rapid concealed draw from an Appendix (AIWB) position to neutralize the threat. The demonstration highlights weapon retention and close-quarters combat proficiency.

This guide, presented by Jeff from Tenicor, outlines five common mistakes new concealed carriers make. It emphasizes choosing appropriate holsters and belts, selecting suitable clothing, finding a balance between firearm size and shootability, and carrying with a round in the chamber. The advice focuses on practical application and safety for everyday carry.

This guide details safe reholstering techniques for appendix carry, emphasizing visual control and body positioning to prevent self-injury. Expert Jeff from Tenicor, with over 25 years of daily carry experience, demonstrates the 'muzzle wedge' method, crucial for appendix inside-the-waistband (AIWB) holsters. The advice is geared towards intermediate carriers looking to refine their safety protocols.

This guide outlines the four universal firearms handling rules, emphasizing their critical importance as they are 'written in blood' due to past tragedies. The rules are: 1. All guns are always loaded. 2. Never point a gun at anything you're not willing to shoot or destroy. 3. Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target. 4. Be sure of your target and what's behind and beyond it. The video, presented with authoritative instruction from a professional instructor, also touches on the 'Be Polite' rule and the distinction between universal safety rules and specific range protocols.