RE: Instructor Zero Double Feed Malfunction Drill

Published on December 10, 2014
Duration: 2:47

This video analyzes Instructor Zero's single-handed double feed malfunction clearing method, highlighting its potential to leave a casing in the chamber. Uroš Mestek demonstrates an alternative, more reliable single-handed technique involving locking the slide, stripping the magazine, racking the slide multiple times, and then reloading. This method ensures the chamber is clear before chambering a new round, crucial for immediate follow-up shots.

Quick Summary

Instructor Zero's double feed malfunction clearing method is criticized for potentially leaving a spent casing in the chamber. Polenar Tactical demonstrates a more reliable single-handed technique: lock slide, strip mag, rack slide multiple times to clear chamber, then reload.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Instructor Zero's Method Critique
  2. 00:25Mechanical Analysis of Failure
  3. 01:10Alternative Single-Handed Clearing Technique

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main criticism of Instructor Zero's double feed malfunction clearing method?

The primary criticism is that Instructor Zero's single-handed method, involving stepping on the magazine and releasing the slide, may fail to eject a spent casing, leaving it in the chamber and causing a 'click' instead of a 'bang'.

What is a recommended alternative single-handed double feed malfunction clearing technique?

An alternative involves locking the slide back, stripping the magazine, racking the slide multiple times against a surface to clear the chamber, then reloading and firing.

Why is ensuring the chamber is clear important during malfunction clearing?

Ensuring the chamber is clear before reloading prevents a double feed or failure to eject. This guarantees the firearm will fire when the trigger is pulled, which is critical in self-defense or tactical situations.

What firearm is shown being used in the demonstration?

A Glock pistol, likely a Glock 17, is shown. It is equipped with a weapon-mounted light and the presenter is wearing 5.11 Tactical apparel.

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