"Mortar" a round stuck in chamber with one hand

**Shorts** · 01-14-13, 21:02

I've seen how the technique is done but those are folks who have two good hands to put on the gun. I don't have use of my left arm, only my right. So I can't do it that way. If I came across this while shooting alone, can you guys recommend an alternative safe way for me to attempt to clear it?

Thanks

**lunchbox** · 01-14-13, 21:08

Did quick youtube search maybe heres good start best of luck http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1M3ICS-AaM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsfWgfRLEkc

**Shorts** · 01-14-13, 21:24

Thanks. I hadn't considered the "starting the lawn mower" position (my term of description). I guess I was picturing this a more stubborn malfunction since from reading the inertia of the gun drop is used to get the CH started backward.

I appreciate the lead. I found another video (HERE) that was a help and highlighted the practicality of an ambi CH. Gives me something to consider.

Thanks

**Clint** · 01-14-13, 22:23

I don't think pulling on the charging handle us a requirement when mortaring.

Try a good grip around the barrel at the balance point just in front of the mag well and mortar.

**jenrick** · 01-14-13, 22:38

Depending on your optic setup, grab the rifle on the top of the reciever with your bottom of your hand resting against the ears of the charging handle. Drive the butt of the weapon firmly into the ground allowing your hand to slide down against the charging handle. The combination of the impact and your hand driving down against the charging handle will clear most cases.

If you're at the range and not trying to be "tactical" about it: collapse the stock. With the muzzle pointed down range unlock the charging handle, but don't worry about trying to drive it to the rear yet. Hook the charging handle against something sturdy, use you good hand to hold it down so the charging handle doesn't pop off, and knee strike the butt of the weapon HARD. That should also pop the round out. I've used a concrete range bench, railroad tie at the base of the berm, edge of a tailgate, and a few other things with this method.

Best of luck,

-Jenrick

**NCPatrolAR** · 01-15-13, 05:40

You can also kick start the carbine. Muzzle in safe direction, collapsed stock on the ground, strike the edge of the charging handle with your heel.

**Shorts** · 01-15-13, 14:35

Appreciate the ideas.

grab the rifle on the top of the reciever with your bottom of your hand resting against the ears of the charging handle. Drive the butt of the weapon firmly into the ground allowing your hand to slide down against the charging handle. The combination of the impact and your hand driving down against the charging handle will clear most cases.

Jenrick, this was the first idea that came to my mind for adapting the method. I am using a folding rear sight and will be staying with irons until situations dictate a change for an optic.

I also like the second suggestion of hooking the CH on a suitable edge.

NCPatrolAR, the kick start looks like it would work on especially stubborn stucks. When I'm doing metalwork in the garage I am know to employ my legs to apply strength to tools. I suppose it almost goes without saying to keep the directional force going as straight to the rear of the gun as possible so as not to damage the CH?

ETA: I know this might not be rocket science, but I am concerned about etiquette or scrutiny in case an onlooker sees me use such a different method.