A round gets stuck in the chamber, sometimes called a sqib load, not to mention a stove pipe. Spent vs. unspent … either way we want to avoid it.

A magazine that does not feed correctly.

A bullet that seems like a dud. Is the striker missing the primer?

A sticky slide. An under-lubricated main spring. Lube or solvent residue on a firing pin, which should be avoided.

Bullets that are light-grain, or even overloaded. Factory loads or hand loads. Reloading without expertise can easily be less reliable than factory ammo.

Ammunition, by caliber, can delivery different results, let alone characteristics.

Laser sights, red dot style or holographic sights that enhance results if installed and used correctly. Sight alignment is critical.

Weaver and Picatinny rails and other accessory attachment hardware can lead to over-accessorizing, which is an addiction problem in more ways than one. Excessive weight. Possibly creating weight distribution imbalance. Bulky. Awkward. Counter-tactical if it slows down your response time and maneuverability.

Your grip – texture or design. Vertical grip. Grip extension. Stock length adjustment. Recoil padding. All considerations to maximize comfort and performance.

Magazine capacity. OEM vs. custom after-market choices. Capacity. Pros and cons of weight and dimension changes, not to mention adding magazines to a carrier vest. Are you over-doing it?

Ego vs. proper training. Basic handgun, rifle or shotgun. Concealed carry. Instructor. Tactical. Home defense. Personal protection. And who is training you. More importantly, are you practicing enough to react intuitively.

Firearms safety and security. Situational awareness. Crisis preparedness for survival. Simply put – having a plan to best handle possible threats for your home and loved ones. Are you prepared.

So much to think about. How much is enough? As much as you want it to be.

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