Semi Auto Training Manual

4. Trigger system

• Identify type and operation • Double / single action

• Double action only • Single action only • Striker Fired

5. Basic Semi Auto Malfunction The Failure to fire is: • Magazine not locked • Slide not locked

• Round in chamber did not fire • No round in chamber • Handgun not gripped correctly

The Failure to fire Immediate Action Drill ( I. A. D. ) (For single action or double action semi-automatics) 1. Tap Magazine 2. Rack Slide 3. Try to Shoot

6. Ammunition

Semi-Auto Is Ammo Operated • Cartridge discharge recoil moves slide back to extract the round and cock the gun • Return spring pulls slide forward to pick round from magazine, chamber round and lock slide. • Test firing new self-defense ammo is important to assure proper operation of the gun • Shoot a box or two to check reliability Important cartridge Considerations • Cartridge length

• Shape of projectile • Velocity and energy • Weight of bullet