Carrying a Gun with a Live Round in the Chamber?? Massad Ayoob answers the question. Critical Mas 55
TLDRIn this Wilson Combat YouTube video, Masada Yube addresses a common question about whether it's necessary to carry a semi-automatic pistol with a round in the chamber. He explains that modern drop-safe handguns are safe to carry loaded, unlike older models. Yube emphasizes that being fully prepared for self-defense requires a chambered round, as real-world scenarios often necessitate immediate reaction, sometimes one-handed. He advises carrying a revolver if you're uncomfortable with a chambered semi-automatic and highlights the importance of readiness in defensive situations.
Takeaways
- 🔫 It is recommended to carry a semi-automatic pistol with a round chambered for full preparedness in self-defense situations.
- ⚠️ Defensive firearms are reactive tools, and the assumption of always being able to draw and rack the slide may not hold true in all scenarios.
- 🔍 Historically, the Israeli technique of carrying with an empty chamber was due to the lack of drop-safe firearms, which is not the case with modern handguns.
- 🔑 Modern handguns are drop-safe, allowing for a round to be chambered without the risk of accidental discharge upon dropping the gun.
- 🚨 Watching gunfight videos can show the dangers of not having a round chambered, such as the potential for jamming under stress.
- 🚔 Long guns like those in a police patrol car are typically kept with a full magazine but an empty chamber for safety reasons.
- 🏠 For home defense, it is suggested to keep the long gun with a filled magazine but an empty chamber, only chambering a round when immediate contact is anticipated.
- 🔧 If an old or cheap non-drop-safe gun is the only option, carrying it with an empty chamber would be the smart choice.
- 👮♂️ SOP9 from the NYPD showed that about 50% of actual shootings ended up being one-handed events, emphasizing the need for a reactive one-handed weapon.
- 👎 Carrying a semi-automatic pistol unloaded can help build confidence for those new to firearms and concerned about unintended discharges.
- 🔄 For those uncomfortable with a chambered round, a revolver is recommended as modern double-action revolvers are drop-safe and have been for decades.
Q & A
Why is it suggested to carry a semi-automatic pistol with a round in the chamber?
-It is suggested because it allows the carrier to be fully prepared to react immediately in a self-defense situation, ensuring the firearm is ready to fire without needing to chamber a round first.
What is the primary purpose of a defensive firearm?
-The primary purpose of a defensive firearm is to serve as a reactive tool for self-defense, providing the ability to respond quickly to a threat.
Why might the assumption of always being able to work the slide of a pistol be unrealistic?
-The assumption is unrealistic because in a self-defense situation, one might be physically restrained, injured, or under such stress that it would be difficult to perform the action of working the slide effectively.
What historical reason led to the adoption of the empty chamber and draw technique in Israel?
-The technique was adopted because in the early days of the country, there was a variety of firearms from different countries, most of which were not drop-safe, necessitating a single technique that would work with all these disparate firearms.
How have modern Israeli practices regarding carrying firearms changed from the past?
-Modern Israelis often carry Glocks with live rounds in the chamber, as these guns are drop-safe, allowing for immediate draw and fire without the need to rack the slide.
What are the common issues seen in gunfight videos where individuals did not have a round chambered?
-Common issues include people getting into trouble when they didn't have time to work the slide, or their hands shaking under stress, causing a stutter effect that can jam the pistol.
Why is it recommended to carry long guns like the AR-15 or 870 shotgun with an empty chamber?
-Long guns are not typically drop-safe, so carrying them with an empty chamber reduces the risk of accidental discharge. They are meant to be used in situations where immediate contact is anticipated, and the round is chambered at that time.
What physical sign might indicate that a round has been cycled in a firearm?
-A tiny dimple on the primer of the round, caused by the firing pin bouncing inside the firing pin channel when the gun is dropped or struck hard.
What is the recommended course of action for someone new to guns who is concerned about an unintended discharge?
-They should carry the gun entirely unloaded for a week at home, constantly checking it to build confidence in the firearm's safety mechanisms, or consider carrying a drop-safe revolver.
What does SOP9 refer to and why was it introduced by the New York City Police Department?
-SOP9 refers to Standard Operating Procedure number nine, introduced in 1970, which was an intensive review of every officer who had to fire their gun in the line of duty, including an analysis of whether they fired one-handed or two-handed.
Why is the handgun referred to as such, and what does it imply about its intended use?
-The term 'handgun' implies that it is designed to be used with one hand, emphasizing the need for a reactive weapon that can be quickly and easily deployed in a self-defense situation.
Outlines
🔫 The Necessity of Chambering a Round in a Semi-Automatic Pistol
In this segment, Masada Yube discusses the importance of carrying a semi-automatic pistol with a round in the chamber. He emphasizes that for full preparedness in self-defense situations, having a chambered round is crucial. The video outlines the evolution of firearms technology, noting that early semi-automatics were not drop-safe, which necessitated carrying with an empty chamber. However, modern pistols are designed to be drop-safe, making it safer and more effective to carry with a chambered round. Masada highlights the practical scenarios where having to manually chamber a round could lead to delays and potential failure in self-defense situations.
🔄 Confidence Building with an Unloaded Gun
Masada Yube advises viewers on how to build confidence with carrying a loaded gun. He suggests carrying the gun unloaded at home for a week to ensure it doesn't accidentally discharge, thereby building trust in the firearm's safety mechanisms. For those still uncomfortable with a chambered round, he recommends considering a double-action revolver, which is inherently drop-safe. Masada underscores the significance of the first shot in self-defense, suggesting that a revolver, despite having fewer rounds, may be preferable for those not comfortable with semi-automatics. He also discusses the likelihood of one-handed gun use in real-life encounters, based on NYPD studies, and the necessity of being prepared for such scenarios.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Semi-automatic pistol
💡Round chambered
💡Defensive firearm
💡Drop safe
💡Israeli shooting technique
💡Empty chamber
💡Glock
💡Stress
💡Home defense
💡Reactive weapon
💡Revolver
💡SOP9
Highlights
The necessity of carrying a semi-automatic pistol with a round chambered is discussed, emphasizing readiness for self-defense.
Defensive firearms are reactive tools, and carrying with a round chambered is crucial for immediate action.
Historical context of the Israeli shooting technique and its evolution with the advent of drop-safe handguns.
The importance of understanding the strengths and weaknesses of defensive techniques and firearm technology.
Modern handguns are drop-safe, allowing for carrying with a round chambered without the risk of accidental discharge.
Israelis now carry Glocks with live rounds in the chamber, reflecting a shift from the empty chamber draw technique.
Analysis of gunfight videos shows issues arising from not having a round chambered, leading to compromised defensive situations.
The potential for a stutter effect when working the slide under stress, which can cause a jam and hinder self-defense.
Recommendation for carrying with an empty chamber only if the firearm is not drop-safe, as a safety measure.
Comparison between long guns and handguns in terms of safety and readiness, with long guns typically kept chamber empty.
The presence of a dimple on the primer as an indicator of a round having been cycled, highlighting the drop-safe feature.
Advice for new gun owners to build confidence by carrying unloaded to understand the firearm's safety mechanisms.
Suggestion to consider a revolver for self-defense if one is uncomfortable with a round chambered in a semi-automatic pistol.
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