Videos tagged with Grip Adjustment

This guide details how to adjust the grip on Glock Gen 4 and Gen 5 models using the included interchangeable backstraps. Proper grip adjustment is crucial for improved ergonomics, trigger reach, and overall shooting performance. The process involves selecting the right backstrap for your hand size, safely removing the old one, and installing the new one. This modification can significantly enhance shooting comfort and accuracy.

This video emphasizes that proper handgun fit is paramount for effective shooting, focusing on two key areas: adequate support hand grip for recoil control and comfortable trigger reach. Instructor Joel Park advises using the first joint of the index finger for a straight trigger pull, even if it means slight contact with the frame, as long as it doesn't compromise grip or trigger control. He also highlights the benefits of adjustable grips on various handgun types for customization.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of a proper firearm grip, especially in dynamic situations. It explains how minor shifts in body position can affect holster placement and, consequently, your grip. The instruction focuses on developing a technique to ensure a correct grip by deliberately aiming slightly rearward, allowing for a slide forward to the optimal position, thus mitigating errors from gripping too high or too low.

Achieving a Grandmaster (GM) classification in shooting sports like USPSA is not about hitting a specific round count or time commitment, but rather about the quality and focus of practice. The most effective approach involves a continuous feedback loop between live fire and dry fire training, where observed issues are addressed in dry fire, tested in live fire, and refined iteratively. This perpetual process of self-assessment and targeted practice is key to skill development and achieving competitive goals.

This video provides an in-depth look at the iconic 1911 pistol, tracing its design origins by John Browning and its evolution through various models like the 1911A1. The presenter discusses its technical specifications, original chambering in .45 ACP, and modern availability in multiple calibers. Comparisons are drawn to the Glock 19, highlighting differences in size, weight, and recoil management. The video also addresses common criticisms regarding ergonomics for smaller-handed individuals and explores aftermarket solutions and alternative shooting techniques.

This video emphasizes that the precise placement of the trigger finger on the pad is less critical than how that placement affects trigger manipulation and sight disturbance. The instructor advises practicing different finger positions while observing the sights to find the placement that minimizes movement, suggesting that a position closer to the crease of the hand often works better for many shooters. Hand size and mechanical leverage are noted as factors influencing optimal placement.

This guide details the operation and adjustment of the Steyr LP10, a premier Olympic 10-meter air pistol. Drawing from an expert's deep familiarity, it covers grip customization, trigger tuning, sight adjustments, barrel weight balancing, and safe dry-fire practice. The information is crucial for competitive air pistol shooters seeking to optimize their equipment for peak performance.

This video details Week 1 of John G. Johnson's 30-day challenge using the Mantis X3 training system. The challenge involves performing 20 dry fire and 10 live fire repetitions daily to improve shooting accuracy. John uses 'The Equalizer' firearm and focuses on analyzing feedback from the Mantis X3 to refine his trigger pull, grip, and shot placement, aiming for consistent high scores.

John G. Johnson initiates a 30-day challenge using the Mantis X3 dry-fire system to improve his shooting accuracy, specifically addressing a tendency to pull shots left. The daily routine involves 15-20 dry-fire reps followed by 10 live-fire shots with a Smith & Wesson Equalizer, analyzing the system's feedback to correct habits like trigger finger drift and grip.

This video provides a first-shots review and familiarization with the Beretta M9A4 pistol. The presenter, a self-proclaimed Beretta M9 enjoyer with prior Army experience using the M9A1, details his initial impressions after firing approximately 270 rounds. Key takeaways include the need to adjust grip for the Beretta platform, particularly thumb placement, and the importance of practicing the double-action pull for accuracy. The presenter plans to carry the M9A4 for 30 days and conduct a 5,000-round review.

This video discusses the learning process for two individuals, Mark and Maggie, as they acquired shooting skills. They emphasize that learning is an ongoing process, often gained through advice from experienced individuals, including retired professionals and knowledgeable friends. They highlight the importance of focusing on one firearm initially and the challenges of inconsistent practice with various guns. The speakers admit to having flaws in their shooting techniques, such as trigger slapping, and stress the value of continuous learning and seeking guidance from qualified experts.

This guide from Geauga Firearms Academy focuses on essential trigger control for new shooters. Key takeaways include ensuring proper grip distance for comfortable trigger reach, applying consistent pressure straight to the rear until the trigger breaks, and maintaining finger discipline by keeping it off the trigger until ready to fire. The instructor emphasizes that accurate shooting relies on aligning sights and executing a smooth trigger press without disturbing that alignment.