Firearm Malfunctions

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Keith and Kerry (NRA Instructors) take us through what can go wrong with ammunition and what to do when it does. 

If you suspect that you have had a Squib Load, STOP SHOOTING IMMEDIATELY. Field strip the firearm and check the barrel for obstructions. If the barrel is obstructed, use a wooden or brass dowel rod to remove the obstruction.

An ammunition malfunction that produces a perceptible delay in the ignition of the propellant after the primer has been struck is a Misfire or Hang Fire. If you believe you have experienced a Misfire or Hang Fire (a Dud) keep the weapon pointed down range and count to 30. After that time has passed you can reasonably assume that you have experienced a Misfire and not a Hangfire.

Shooting instructor Liam Whelehan of the Oxford Gun Company explains what to do if you have a misfire while shooting.

From Failure to Fire to Double-Feed, your National Association for Gun Rights shows how to resolve common handgun malfunctions a gun owner may encounter.

Aaron covers the three most common AR platform malfunctions; clearing techniques and general advice on increasing efficiency.