Slow-Motion Type 3 Firearms Malfunctions Clearance

Published on September 27, 2019
Duration: 2:07

This video provides a detailed, slow-motion demonstration of clearing a Type 3 firearm malfunction, specifically a double feed, on a Glock pistol. Instructor Mike meticulously walks through the process of stripping the magazine, cycling the slide to clear the obstruction, reloading, and re-chambering a round, emphasizing safe and effective technique for rapid recovery.

Quick Summary

Clear a Type 3 firearm malfunction (double feed) on a Glock by stripping the magazine, racking the slide to eject the obstruction, inserting a fresh magazine, and chambering a new round. This expert-led slow-motion guide from Instructor Mike emphasizes precise technique for rapid recovery.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 00:16Type 3 Clearance Demonstration 1
  3. 00:30Type 3 Clearance Demonstration 2 (Slow-Motion)
  4. 00:46Type 3 Clearance Demonstration 3
  5. 01:09Type 3 Clearance Demonstration 4
  6. 01:21Type 3 Clearance Demonstration 5 (Slow-Motion)
  7. 01:42Type 3 Clearance Demonstration 6 (Final Slow-Motion)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Type 3 firearm malfunction?

A Type 3 malfunction, commonly known as a double feed or failure to eject, occurs when a new round attempts to chamber while a spent casing is still lodged in the ejection port or chamber, preventing proper feeding and extraction.

How do you clear a Type 3 malfunction on a Glock pistol?

To clear a Type 3 malfunction on a Glock, first strip the magazine, then rack the slide fully to the rear to eject the obstruction. Insert a fresh magazine, rack the slide forward to chamber a round, and then present the firearm to resume firing.

Why is slow-motion important for learning malfunction clearances?

Slow-motion repetition allows shooters to meticulously observe and internalize each precise movement required for a malfunction clearance, building correct muscle memory and improving efficiency under pressure.

What are the key steps in a Type 3 malfunction clearance?

The essential steps are: 1. Strip the magazine. 2. Rack the slide to clear the chamber/ejection port. 3. Insert a new magazine. 4. Rack the slide to chamber a round. 5. Present the firearm.

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