Handgun Malfunctions Explained - Normal Handgun Operations

Normal Operations in a semi-automatic firearm, No Malfunctions Present.

Normal semi-automatic pistol operations consist of three main parts; the frame, the action, and the barrel. The action operation is what loads, unloads, and fires the gun.

The three main components of the action operation are the trigger, hammer, and firing pin. When the trigger is fully squeezed, the hammer will strike the firing pin, which strikes the cartridge, causing the weapon to fire the round and eject the casing.

During this normal cycle of operations, shooters will most commonly experience the majority of firearm malfunctions.

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