What To Do If Your Gun Jams

Published on April 30, 2024
Duration: 0:29

This video demonstrates the 'Tap, Rack, Bang' method for clearing common pistol malfunctions like stovepipes. It emphasizes speed and efficiency over delicate manipulation, crucial for tactical or self-defense scenarios. The demonstration occurs on an outdoor range with steel targets, showcasing immediate follow-up shots after clearing the jam.

Quick Summary

The 'Tap, Rack, Bang' drill is the standard procedure for clearing pistol malfunctions quickly. It involves tapping the magazine, racking the slide to eject the faulty round, and firing the next round. This method prioritizes speed over manual inspection, which is too slow for tactical situations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: What is a Gun Jam?
  2. 00:05The Tap, Rack, Bang Method
  3. 00:13Common Mistakes to Avoid
  4. 00:20Live Demo: Clearing the Jam

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard procedure for clearing a pistol jam?

The standard procedure is the 'Tap, Rack, Bang' drill. You tap the bottom of the magazine to ensure it's seated, rack the slide to eject the faulty round, and bang (pull the trigger) to fire the next round.

What is a stovepipe malfunction?

A stovepipe malfunction is when a spent casing fails to eject properly and gets stuck vertically in the ejection port, preventing the next round from chambering. It's a common type of firearm jam.

Why shouldn't I try to manually fix a gun jam?

Trying to manually fix a jam by 'inspecting' or gently removing the casing is too slow for critical situations like self-defense. The 'Tap, Rack, Bang' method is designed for speed and reliability.

What gear is shown in the video?

The video shows a handgun with a Gideon red dot sight and a Streamlight TLR-1 HL weapon light. The presenter wears a tactical plate carrier and a belt-mounted holster.

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