Videos tagged with Thumb Rest

This video details the ergonomic enhancements of the Gen 6 Glock pistol, focusing on how features like the palm swell, RTF6 texturing, and thumb rest improve grip stability and recoil management. Instructor Shane Koury demonstrates controlled pair and bill drill exercises to highlight these improvements, emphasizing consistent trigger finger placement and downward pressure on the thumb rest for better control during strings of fire. The instruction is geared towards shooters looking to optimize their handling of the firearm.

This video introduces the new CZ TS 3 Orange pistol, designed for IPSC and USPSA Limited Optics divisions. Key features include direct RDS mounting, a redesigned slide with lightening cuts, a new chroning on the bull barrel, undercut trigger guard and beaver tail, an enlarged safety, a new hammer for a crisper brake, a redesigned mag well, G10 grips, an adjustable mag release, and an ambidextrous thumb rest with shield protection. The presenter notes extensive personal use of the previous model.

This guide, based on instruction from DJ Shipley of GBRS Group, details a high-performance firearm grip technique. It emphasizes precise hand placement, knuckle alignment with the pistol's spine, and a solid mating of the support hand to maximize recoil control and shooting platform stability. The technique is crucial for efficient follow-up shots and overall firearm control.

This guide explains the intentional ergonomic thumb divot found on Glock frames, clarifying it's not damage but a feature designed to aid grip consistency. The speaker, identified as a professional firearms retailer with high expertise, demonstrates how this feature helps shooters find a proper and repeatable hand position, particularly beneficial for new firearm users. The Glock 49, chambered in 9x19mm, is used as the example, with its technical specifications like a 4.49-inch barrel and 15+1 capacity noted.

This video reviews the Metatactical MX1 chassis, a system designed to convert Glock pistols into an AR-15-like platform. The presenter demonstrates the installation process for a Glock 19, highlighting the chassis's aluminum construction, MLOK system, integrated magazine holder, and AR-style charging handle. It emphasizes the compact form factor and its utility as a 'truck gun' or bugout option.

This review of the new Glock 17 Gen 6 highlights significant ergonomic improvements over previous generations, including enhanced stippling, an integrated thumb rest, and a higher beavertail. The firearm features a factory-cut slide for optics, deeper slide serrations, and an extended ambidextrous slide release. Live fire testing with 124-grain MaxxTech ammunition demonstrated good accuracy, though grip adjustments were noted for the extended slide release. The reviewer rates the Gen 6 highly for its 'quality of life' upgrades.

This guide, presented by an experienced EDC enthusiast, details the use and installation of a foldable gas pedal for concealed carry firearms. It addresses the common issue of holster compatibility, offering a practical solution with the Black Steel foldable gas pedal that collapses for easier reholstering. The video demonstrates improved recoil management and shooting performance through live-fire drills.

This guide details the installation and use of aftermarket 'gas pedals' or thumb rests on modern handguns, focusing on the Black Steel collapsible model. The expert instructor emphasizes their role in recoil management and faster follow-up shots, while also highlighting the critical challenge of holster compatibility. Proper testing and potential holster modification are stressed for concealed carry applications.

The Yankee Marshal discusses the newly announced Glock Gen 6, highlighting significant ergonomic and aesthetic changes. Key updates include a more pronounced palm swell, an extended beaver tail, a textured thumb rest, an updated RTF grip texture, and a flat trigger. The most anticipated change is a potential alteration to the grip angle, which the speaker believes is a slight but potentially impactful adjustment based on visual comparisons.

Morgan Leonhardt from Team Glock introduces the highly anticipated Glock Gen6. The new model emphasizes user-centric design with significant ergonomic enhancements, including an improved palmswell, thumb rest, beavertail, and a novel grip texture engineered for superior handling and control. This release focuses on refining the user experience for a more secure and comfortable shooting platform.

The new Glock Gen 6 series introduces significant ergonomic and functional updates, including RTF6 texturing, an extended beavertail, undercut trigger guard, and a flat-facing trigger. These enhancements, detailed by Glock Team Captain Shane Coley, aim to improve grip, control, and shooter comfort. The updated optic system also offers greater compatibility with red dot sights.

This review of the Walther PDP Compact focuses on its suitability for concealed carry, particularly within California's regulatory environment. The speaker highlights the pistol's comfortable grip, effective texturing, and well-designed magazine release as significant pros. However, drawbacks include a somewhat challenging backstrap removal process, the lack of an integrated thumb rest, and the necessity of specific mounts for optics. The review also addresses the recoil impulse and the controversial magazine disconnect feature, ultimately deeming the PDP a viable concealed carry option after addressing certain modifications.