CLEARING HANDGUN MALFUNCTIONS | Clear common malfunctions (stovepipes, failure to extract and more!)
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- Another range day with Mac and me! This time, we're showing you how to clear some common handgun malfunctions. We really hope this video gives you all a bit more confidence to go to the range and train! Check out the info below for some helpful links and my new PO box! I'd love to read your letters!
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Man, what an awesome instructor he is. So down to earth, easy to follow instructions. Thanks Stav for not being self centered and sharing Mack on your channel.
totally agree, this was sooooo helpful
For all you new shooters: please don't ever feel shy about asking for help at the range. In all my decades of shooting, I've never met ONE rude experienced shooter. We're ALWAYS willing to help. Just don't point your gun at us ;-)
Not a new shooter but maybe you can help me with this issue im having. I focus on the front sight post but I see 2 one is blurred off to the left. Coukd it be my glasses, or eyes, or eye dominance
@@billtaylor1656 I have that problem with ghost ring sights on rifles but not with 3 dot cc pistols. Tell your eye doctor and get your prescription adjusted.
@@xscorpx thanks. Thats what I was thinking but wanted some other ideas. I have hackathorn sights with a blacked out rear sight. Thanks again
Bill Taylor I also see 2 front sights and 2 targets. I just focus on the left images since I’m left eye dominant. I’m new to shooting and hoping my brain will eventually work it out. If it’s too distracting I end up just closing my right eye but I try not to do that.
@@snowangeltae thanks
"The spring knows it job, what it doesn't know is how bad you are going to screw it up" - you guys are awesome. Thank you for the great info!
As a certified NRA instructor for many years teaching malfunction clearing, I can say that this gentleman did things quite well. His explanations were on point and he believed in the kiss principle. Keep it simple stupid. It took me awhile before I became an instructor to understand there's actually a difference between a failure to eject and a failure to extract and how they are handled. A stovepipe is it type of failure to eject. Kudos to the both of you. Job well done.!
I would like to become an instructor. Can I run some questions by you?
I’m a guy who found your channel about three years ago while trying to help my wife. We both started shooting and carrying later in life (60s). Here are some take aways: 1) We love your videos. While aimed at women, I still learn a great deal from you AND Mack. 2) Having him involved adds a great deal to the information and impact of your work. Please don’t take this wrong. It is still your channel and wouldn’t be the same if he did it alone. You are what makes it work. But adding him is a huge plus. 3) We’ve enjoyed watching your relationship grow. PLEASE keep your lives private, but let us be a part. 4) Whatever you do, please don’t stop doing this. It means a great deal to us. We would have a huge hole if you were not here. We might still learn and develop, but we wouldn’t enjoy it as much. I’ve tried a few other channels. It isn’t even close.
I appreciate instructors that don't act tough and don't use foul language.✌🏾
You two are SERIOUSLY the best instructors on RUclips, imo. I wish some instructors out there can follow your lead.
Too many edits. Gunny is good
moxie What's his RUclips channel?
Vietnam vet, peace officer 23years and still much room for learning and improvement. Thank you both, you’re a great team.
So, Mentally hosed.
I’m a new gun owner and I have watched SO MANY of your videos now and I feel like I’ve learned so much! Thank you!!!
Wow...this guy is awesome. If I lived in your area I’d take one of his classes.
Mack is a top notch instructor. It’s refreshing to get on point instruction without all the “tactical” BS attitude.
Kudos to you both! Keep these videos coming!
Teaching people instead of intimidating them!
Mac is great. I think I've taken about 9+ classes with him. I hope he can create more classes soon.
I can't get over how great you both are at teaching! I've never seen people who are so open minded about doing what works for you. Most people are more my way or no way. You always provide multiple ways to handle situations just like in real life. You're truly the best instructors!!!
Outstanding video Devil Dog. I'm a Marine Corps veteran, and a 29 year police veteran, and learned a couple of things from your video. Semper Fi!
Can you guys show us how to clean a gun? You both are fantastic! Thank you for this gift to beginner's...
Second this! I would love to learn how to field strip and clean my gun.
This would be great!
Their are so many cleaning videos on RUclips. Do a search for your specific weapon. I'm sure you will find it. Good luck stay safe.
Well sure Michael we can look for others but we like them and want to see them do it. :)
Brittany Crabtree agreed! It’s rare to see a female perspective and I enjoy Stav’s insight. I’ve seen other cleaning videos for my specific gun but I bet Stav has some excellent insight.
WOW Stav & Mack! Awesome channel...Love getting the 2 for 1 expert advice. In 2 days of watching your videos, I feel way more safe and confident in handling my gun. I have owned a gun for a while but always treated it like a bomb that was about to explode. Feels great to actually handle it and feel safe with it. Love Love Love your channel.
Wow thanks for the kind comment, Chris!
Awesome video tyvm very helpful for me and my wife with us being first time hand hun owners.
New gun owner here.
I'm older, & I've never had anyone with a gun in my close family to learn much about them.
Your videos are so informative.
THANK YOU‼️
I need to learn how to clean my gun. Do you have a video about that?
It's a Kimber Micro 9mm.
Thank you so much! As a new shooter I’m completely terrified of malfunctions and this empowers me to know how to clear them. Great information! Will you please do a how to video on how to clean a handgun? Love your videos and you both bring so much to the table. Much love! ❤️
I was too. Buy some dummy rounds (they're super cheap. You can find them at gun stores and even on Amazon) and mix them into your magazines when you go to the range. Not only does this help you learn to clear malfunctions, using them will improve your accuracy BIG TIME. Stav did a video on using dummy rounds to improve accuracy fairly recently. The thumbnail is her looking at the camera with a surprised look on her face lol
I second this video idea!
Mechelle Wiesenthal, your new gun should come with an owner's manual. Read it from cover to cover. It should have field stripping, cleaning/lubricating, and reassembly sections. Every gun is different and requires different care (for example, one of my guns requires a dab of lubrication on all its moving parts, whereas, another one requires virtually no disassembly with only minimal areas to keep clean). Also, be sure to clear the gun FIRST, and clean in a well-ventilated area, and wear eye protection! And don't ever clean your barrel from the muzzle end. That's how you can scuff the muzzle, making your gun lose its accuracy.
About 15 years ago, I took the NRA's Pistol/Handgun Safety Course, and we spent a lot of time on learning how to clean our firearms. It was a 10 hour course (all day... but went quickly). I learned things there that were very valuable and not commonly discussed (like, washing your hands with COLD water after you're shooting, so you don't absorb lead into your skin). Of course, SAFETY was their priority. If you're a new shooter, I strongly recommend that you take that course, and if you can afford to get some private instruction, do that too!
Welcome and best of luck to you!
Donya Lane Thank you! I looked in to the NRA class and unfortunately it’s only online right now. My owners manual doesn’t include it either, I checked. I’ve watched a few RUclips videos on it but would love to see more. Ideally I wish someone would show me in person but so far no luck with that lol.
Ditto on a pistol cleaning video 👍
I love your videos and recommend them often. One tip for those of us who enjoy introducing new shooters to the sport: When your newbie has the gun and experiences an issue, don’t be quick to take the gun back and fix it. Instead, make sure they keep the gun pointed down range, finger off the trigger, and patiently walk them through whatever needs to be done. That will build confidence and independence. Once I hand the unloaded gun (in its zippered or hard case) and ammo to someone I’m helping, It’s my goal not to touch it again until it is back in its case. I only break that rule if the person lacks physical strength to fix the issue, or if I am unable to effectively communicate what needs to be done. This assumes you gave a thorough initial briefing before putting the unloaded gun back in the case and handing it to them. After that, just use your patient, encouraging, soothing voice to empower them to handle everything.
Great video! Love having Mack in the videos! You're right he's wicked smahht! lol Please tell him thank you for his service as a Marine and as a Police Officer. I'd love to see him do a video about Squibs! Thanks so much to the both of you for making this video! Very informative!
Mac on double feeds, “This might be a really good time to start running.” Hahaha
Im new to this channel. I liked and subscrlbed. I've been shooting for over 50 years and seen many people try to explain these things and screw i t up. You make it easy to understand. Good job. I have a ? . I ave Glock 19 and can't get the slide to rack there's no rou n d in the barrel. The slide moves just a little when I put a pressure on the trigger. I checked the loaded round be lndecater and checked the distance to the bolt face gun seems to be empty. Amy ldeas why the slide won't rack
I’m so glad I watched the full video, it was invaluable! I happened to go to the local range the next day, and I got jam. I looked down noticed I had a jam, so I cleared it without hesitation, and most importantly I knew what to do. It was almost like in instant I saw the video in my head, and I didn’t panic! It was amazing! So thank you for the in-depth video, I’ve learned a lot from all the different videos, and I’m a huge fan. 😍
Absolutely the best training on clearing malfunctions you will ever find on RUclips. What a GREAT team!!!!!
I LOVED this lesson! He’s a freakin great instructor. I’ve had one or 2 where they were definitely like, “Do it this way, it’s the best way.” Thanks, Mac!
Thank you so much for this video! Like many others out there, clearing a malfunction is my biggest fear of going to the range alone. I love the way Mac explains things.
Thank you for this video. I had a double feed the first time I handled a firearm and it freaked me out. The attendant came over and cleared it - never explaining what happened or how to clear it if it ever happened again. The explanation Mac provided on the different malfunctions and how to clear was excellent and gives me confidence. Thank you both!!
I cannot thank Mac enough for considering we are all different and have our own relationship with our own gun. So appreciate that.
This is EXACTLY the video I needed. All of your videos are really great, so much useful info. I just bought the 380 shield ez as I have some hand strength issues. Love this gun! Do you have any older, heavier friends that could show some concealed carry ideas for a different body type?
That's a fantastic gun. You made a good choice
Maybe you guys could do a handgun and rifle cleaning video. Just a thought.
A gem of a video. This is a comprehensive approach to dealing with a lot of the common firearm malfunction which can happen in the range or in real life. I plan to repeatedly watch this. Thank you so much.
First... 🇺🇲"Thank You for Your Service"🇺🇲
Excellent video.... you are definitely a great instructor....
This is probably the best pistol malfunction clearing video on RUclips....
Kudos to you both...!!
Even though I handle and shoot a gun very well there is always something I can learn from your channel to make my gun handling/shooting better. Thank you for all you teach us and I really appreciate you both :-)
As someone new to guns this was a fantastic lesson! Much appreciated!
I did not know about cleaning with the striker end up. I learned something new, and will make sure to do that next time.
Excellent and thorough instructions. Most new shooters do not know how to correct these issues.
He did a great job of explaining and cleaning malfunctions. I've found in all my training I've never been taught how to clear any malfunction
Great video. I have been shooting for over 50 years and I have to say Mack did a supper job with fixing malfunctions. Again great job. More people should practice fix malfunctions.
This is my number one reason why I was nervous to go by myself! Along with being a girl and guys looking at me lol. So thanks for your last video going to the range by yourself. Love ALL of your videos!
Mac , that was the best and most concise video on clearing malfunctions that I have ever seen on RUclips or personally been instructed on in any class I have participated in . Thank you very much !
WoW! you two are the best firearms instructor's, you and Mac explain everything so good that even I can understand, and USMC you are a lucky girl,thanks for all you do☺🔫🔫🔫... ps: how does Mac have his pistol set up I saw some things that are not stock.
I can't even articulate how informative and useful this video was. I will be watching it on repeat until I get these instructions down. THANK YOU both for seriously providing a much needed contribution to society!
Excellent video Stav and Mack!!! For those who have shot many rounds you know that you've experienced at least one, if not all, of these types of malfunctions. This was great information on how to properly and quickly clear your malfunction. Keep the great information coming! Thanks.
This was the best tutorial reviewing how to clear malfunctions I have seen on You Tube! Liked and subscribed!
Loved this! One the day I bought my first firearm I actually had a feeding malfunction and it freaked me out! Thankfully it was actually just user error!
Never even knew light striking was a thing, but makes sense. Thank you for bringing it to our attention!
This is absolutely one if not the best instructional video of cleaning mishaps. You guys work as a team and it really shows 👍🇺🇸
Oh I see. He had a Globe & Anchor on his Pith Helmet, it all makes sense now. I'm really gaining a lot from your content even if much of it is a refresher for me. Thanks so very much, please keep them coming & Semper Fi.
I just finished watching some of your other videos and after watching the his/her's favourites video I was wondering about some further information for malfunctioning after your man talked about practicing dealing with that using dummy bullets this was perfect timing!
This would be about the 5th or 6th time, I have viewed this video. The last was about a year ago and viewing it again now is always a good reminder of what to do in what could be a life and death situation. Thanks again to the maker and host of this video.
You forgot 1 type When a black cat?? runs thru range(5 minutes 45 secs) Great instructions watch with my girlfriend prior to going to range Definite confidence booster
Just finished watching this video on 1/21/23. I have watched it in the past so this is my 2nd time. Very helpful for me since I was at the range just last week and I did have some malfunctions. I did need to clean my pistol since it had been awhile and am assuming that is why it had some malfunctions. So informative and helpful. Mac explains things so well.
EXCELLENT! Mac(k) thank you for introducing yourself (I'm new here). You both make a very informative and dynamic duo! Thank you for helping both new and experienced shooters gain skills, proficiency and good habits. Stav, I love how you sweep the "scene" after every series of shots! So crucial to have our "heads on a swivel." Thanks!
Very good information and accurate. I'm a NRA Police Firearms Instructor and the video is very thorough in explaining malfunction drills that allows anyone to follow and be confident in knowing that they'll be safe. Thank you for sharing.
Mack really knows his stuff, good video thanks
Yes he does! :) Thanks for watching!
Practicing these techniques can save your life. If you get a double feed and don't know what to do he said run and I agree. But what if your behind a safe barrier and running is not an option.
Any one of these problems can cost you your life if you don't know how to correct it. It's so important to set these malfunctions up and Practice clearing them. Excellent instructor with awesome credentials to back it up!👍🇺🇸
I just recently came upon your channel. This is probably video 20 I’ve watched. Can I just say how much I appreciate the “what works best for you” approach to training. Teach all the options and then let us choose what will work best is beautiful.
Great video you two!! Keep killing it!!
Thanks for spreading this info out there for everyone!! You rock!!
That was the best tutorial on malfunctions I've seen yet thanks for that.
Amazing video you guys! So helpful! Also, would be fun to see a video on favourite/
not so favourite gun modifications (changing sights, adding grip tape, etc) and how one would go about making some of them.
The problem you mentioned with the slid lock/stop is one of two problems that using the slide stop causes.
I try my dangles to teach people, be it guns (I was a munitions specialist and small arms expert in the military) or any other type of repetitive, mechanical action, to build up the good habits, first (the habits that cause the least amount of nalfunctions/anomalies and breakdowns of any kind, even if it's a bit slower, then work in the appropriate "shortcuts" later, after mastering the basic functions of the gun/equipment at hand. There's no difference except that a gun will kill a cohort much faster than messing up a machine. It's learning a concept, not just "acknowledging a sentence."
Learning the right (slower, more deliberate) way means much less initial problems and reinforces the shooting experience.
The second (and much less serious) issue with using the slide-lock to release the slide is that the repeated motion wears the related parts much more quickly than using the "slingshot" method. :)
No.1 is what you mentioned, you get overzealous and release the slide before seating the magazine. That problem is 100% eliminated when you seat the magazine and then reach up and release the slide ("slingshot") manually. You cannot "jump" the magazine seating with an early release of the slide stop if you *don't use the slide stop!*
For new shooters who are learning their weapon and how to run it as smoothly as possible, before picking up any "shortcuts" or bad habits until they truly get the function down, use the offhand slide release all the time and the gun will go bang on the first shot, everytime. :)
One other thing to keep in mind... When you have a failure to fire, if you're not in actual combat, there is a real safety issue that must be addressed and kept in mind.
The old phrase "It's the one you didn't expect that gets you..." Well, it's true. One thing that can cause a failure to fire (FTF) is contaminated ammo.
Ammo present while cleaning a firearm (a big no-no, btw) can get sprayed with cleaners... Ballistol, WD40, whatever, can degrade the ammo causing hang-fires.
They're few and far between with modern ammo but, search for hangfires in RUclips and you'll see good examples.
The problem comes when you have an FTF and you speedily and aggressively go through your "tap, rack, bang" drill, you're used to there being dummy rounds, so you "feel safe" (over confidence or being unaware of potential problems are both an invitation to disaster) and you immediately tap, rack and bang your way through BUT.. The moment you pull your gun off-line with the target and start to rack your slide... "BANG" the degraded round decides to let loose. And we know what that can mean.
The solution, every time you have an FTF, resist the urge to move to action, keep the barrel pointing down range and give it just a few seconds. Then, while still keeping your barrel pointed down range (you're supposed to do that, anyway, right??) go through your tap, rack, bang drill.
I've seen people here who had contaminated a whole case of ammo (trying to clean the rust off of some surplus that wasn't stored right), defeating the sealing layer and soaking the primers and some of the main charges in solvent, making for some interesting shooting.
There's a video on the 'Tube, somewhere here,, of the session at the range... And got a large number of hangfires and some squids, for his trouble.
So, sorry for the diatribe, it's just a very serious matter that no one gives any credence because of "modern ammo."
Be sure you don't have your ammo out when you're in cleaning mode, always pause for a bit before doing your clearing drill,, keep the barrel down range and you'll be fine..
Having a round go off while its flying through the air (I've seen it happen) because you rushed a training drill is a bad feeling. No one should have it.
excellent videos. Just expect the unexpected and you'll be fine. :)
You guys are so helpful to people that are new to this and specially Mac is one and only instructor that knows how to explain the problem the right way God Bless you Mac!!
I’m 100% Sure you saved thousands of peoples life the way you teach! Keep up the Good work much love and respect for you guys!
Thank you both so much for this video! This is exactly the info I was missing that
was keeping me from going to the range by myself.
This guy's a very good intructor. A lot out there will teach you that their way is the only correct way. But the fact is, as he said in this video, you are your own individual. What works for them, might not work for you. And that's were a very good instructor comes in, he provides you alternatives, he will identify what may and may not work for you. You guys just earned a subscriber. Thank you for providing good information
Great examples with a non-pretentious delivery. Thank you.
We're non-pretentious people :) So glad you liked the video!
I love how Mac doesn't try to ram down your throat the way he does it. So many people making gun videos trying to make you feel like an idiot when you don't do it their way. Mac is an excellent instructor, World class instructor. Everybody is different, and when you are dealing with a deadly weapon, you should know what to do and what makes you feel comfortable without criticism.
He is great at information.
Just about the best sight/trigger control instruction I've ever seen. Keep up the good work!!
This video was very helpful! Thank you for doing it.
Thank you for watching!!
Omg Mack I gotta tell you n Stav This video saved my bacon today at my CCW class. I got a Malfunction and because of this video. I handled it
LIKE A BOSS the instructor was super happy with how i did this
Plus i told ladies in my class about your Chanel.
Next month I'm doing my Basic Pistol and instruction course. On my way to being an instructor whoo hoo!! Thank you Stav n Mack. ❤️❤️❤️
Digging the hell out of this. Thank you both. 💕
You two are beyond awesome! If wish I'd discovered your channel sooner. I'm a senior woman learning to shoot and recently joined a very rural, outdoor range. I went alone for the first time last week and was the only one there--nobody to ask for help. I had what I now understand to be a failure to extract. I could see the jammed cartridge, but had no idea if it was spent or live and had no idea how to safely resolve the problem. I brought it to the dealer, who used a ruler to see how far down the barrel the rod was able to reach. That allowed him to determine that it was not a live round and he was able to remove the cartridge.
I have a Bersa 22, which I like for its light weight, minimal recoil, and general ease of use with small hands. After the malfunction I did quite a bit of online research, which is how I found your wonderful channel. I also learned that my gun is very fussy about ammunition and doesn't like the less-expensive plinking rounds. It prefers CCI mini mags. The dealer explained that some smaller guns have this issue. Just an FYI for others.
Can you do a video of how you and your boyfriend clean your shield?
Awesome video! I’m new to pistols (finally got my CCW in NY) and this video gave me the reassurance and confidence that I’m clearing malfunctions the proper way
Ccw in NY?? Nicely done
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Please advise.
Mandatory. Definitely mandatory. In fact, if you don't "hi-ya", it doesn't work. Don't believe me?? Give it a try :)
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Imma work on it !
Bawahahaha
A Marine taught me how to fire my first pistol in the USNavy, where I won an expert pistolshot medal when I was 18. Later I competed in IPSC and was very good at it, but lost friends and interest in the sport. Now I am getting interested again, especially living in this wild world, and find that your videos refresh what I once had been good at. Thank you very much for them.
if its a range worth a damn.. they will gladly help u and teach u on any malfunction u have... if not find another range... :)
After watching one of your other videos “Handgun Accuracy,” I went to the range to practice some of the drills. It definitely helped improve my accuracy. Then I had a malfunction and realized I had watched this video and applied the techniques. I looked like a pro!! Thanks for the videos and keep up the great work!
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What an awesome instructor! Thank you. You have just the right temperament. Confident, knowledgeable and not condescending. I wish you were local to me!
This guy is good! Perfect for civilians because he takes non-tactical, real, ordinary people into consideration. I may not have been paying attention to other videos on same subject, but he is the first that I can remember that tells you to un-ass the area while experiencing certain malfunctions!
AND, he has stolen the heart of my sweet..I mean Stav!
I put the firearm down making sure it pointing away from anyone and asked for help when i had a failure to eject.
I got a clip full of snapcaps tonight to practice clearing it like i was advised to
Thank you for providing multiple options i really appreciate being able to find which ways that work for me.
Great instructions. My last 6 months in the Army I was the range officer on the M16 full auto range for boots at Ft Dix (1972). Having survived my tour in Nam, I did not want to get shot by a boot handling an M16 on full auto for the first time. The rule on my range was if your weapon misfires lay it down and an NCO will clear it. I stayed in the tower where I could see the whole range. With 60 newbies on the line at a time more than once someone would sweep the tower after a misfire. Their instinct when the weapon failed to fire was to look in the chamber and they would forget muzzle discipline, and yes that was in my lecture before they stepped to the line. I found that only experienced shooter could retain all the info I gave them
“Wicked smat”. Yes. Passionate too, can tell he really enjoys firearms training. And brags on you too, so sweet. Learned much from him again.
Absolutely a great video. Mac makes it easy to understand! Love it!
Thank you! I knew about tap and rack, but the kung fu chop to clear a stovepipe is ingenious! I didn’t know how to clear the double feed, but releasing the magazine would have been my first thought instead of locking the slide. 🙏
I love watching both you & Husband demonstrating various ways to remove jams, such as stove pipes and double feeds, Also the way to loosen up the slide when it cannot be done by retracting with 2 fingers, The demonstrating of the fundamentals of a pistol when problems exists is awesome and great feedback on how to reinitiate and fire. Very important information as to operate and get use to the proper procedure to handle situations while at the range or at home. I just love your videos, I have learned a lot and have use it at the range during some classes that I've too. Keep making more of these fundamentals for all to see, learn and experience the results of good marksmanship and handling of any weapon with safety in mind.......ALWAYS
Great video. Best one covering the topic I’ve seen.
From personal experience, a lack of confidence to resolve malfunctions with semi automatic handguns is the #1 reason I don’t like shooting them. This video was VERY helpful and motivated me to get to a range and practice. Thank you!
Dude. U hit the jackpot with her! 👍🏼
You guys are great I am 72 and the son of a police officer started going to the range at 10 yrs old shot about every thing out there and I am still Learning Keep up the good work
I just subscribed to your channel, I am new to the gun world and I appreciate how informative this channel is. I've had a lot of questions that I got answers to. Thank you.
My pistol does not have a slide lock, so I was very happy to see how to do this without locking the slide! Thank you for making this video!
Mac taught me something! I never realized how critical muzzle down was for cleaning the bolt face. Thanks!
I am new to guns and shooting this year,2023, and age 66. Took the CCW class and got my permit then bought three guns so far this year. A Henry 22 classic rifle. Then bought a S&W M & P 22 Magnum because of the easy slide and 30 round capacity and fits my hand good. Then a used H & K P2000 because it was a 9mm and easier to carry. Also had Da/Sa action. Each gun I ran dummy rounds though them for a week to learn how they function before getting live rounds and shooting them. I did learn how to clear a double fed by ripping the mag out on my own, lol. Thanks for the video.
I just love your content, so, incredibly in-depth, and helpful. I am a beginner. Just joined a range, doing my first-class 'beginners pistol' at the end of the month. Purchased a Glock 43X MOS. I have a Sigma SV9E, that I have done some practice with. I plan to take every class the rage has that will give me more knowledge, comfort, familiarity, and confidence. Stav, I genuinely appreciate the way you instruct and demonstrate. Can't thank you enough for the 'wrack' advice I have small hands; I am starting to feel confident there now thank you.
Mac, 'Clearing handgun malfunctions' I couldn't have stumbled onto this at a better time. I have been going to the range alone to get familiar with my gun before this class and because I am eager to know it. I have been lucky no issues of happened. I can't thank you enough for relieving some of my worry and lack of knowledge in this area, so, simply, and thoroughly.
The best video and most helpful I have watched on RUclips. This is great life saving advice . What a great freaking video!!!
On behalf of ALL shooters thank you for addressing the issue of malfunctions. Especially for those who are new to owning a gun. My father began taching me to shoot when I was 5 years old. He did this with all my brothers. I was #6 out of a famil of 7 sons, no daughters. So yes our bedroom was fairly similar to a barracks with all 7 beds lined up and we all had footlockers too. But enough of that.
I am sure that a lot of first time gun owners will thank you for addressing how a pistol functions and how to resolve the different types of malfunctions.
It's great to see an indepth communication about different parts of firearms. Even knowing already, because of the way our minds generally work. Always
Great video! I actually was shooting Tula a few weeks ago and had that last issue Mac was talking about. Instead of trying to muscle it and freaking out the range guides I called them over, explained what was going on and they were happy to help. That being said, I love watching your videos because hearing Mac’s accent and seeing the trees at that range reminds me of home. Thanks!
Another incredible video. Well presented, great camera work, you two are fantastic teachers.
He is one of the best instructors I have ever heard. Thanks.
Yeah, Mac rocks. Great instructor. You both rock. Ex-military guy, here. Learned a couple of things, that I hadn't considered in hand gun clearing (like the stovetop itea). Thanks.
I never knew that I had to let go of the slide! Thank you!! You might have just saved some lives including mine!
I think you two are great! It seems like you really care about getting handgun control to those who don't have the knowledge! I happen to be one of those people! You've helped me a lot! Thank you!! Please keep it up!!! Thanks, again!!
So thankful for your videos! I'm learning as much as I can while waiting for my FOID card to be approved, and then on my way to CCL. Your videos are so informative and relatable coming from another female!