How to Stop Someone From Grabbing Your Gun

Published on March 24, 2026
Duration: 3:15

This video demonstrates crucial techniques for retaining your firearm when an assailant attempts to grab it. It details the 'Elbow Pin' for stopping a gun grab and the 'Elbow Destruction' for dislodging a compromised weapon. The instructor emphasizes integrating the gun with your body and hip for maximum retention, applicable to both appendix and strong-side hip carry positions.

Quick Summary

The 'Elbow Pin' is a gun retention technique where you smash the assailant's hand into the butt of your pistol and connect it to your hip. This makes the gun an integrated part of your body, preventing it from being grabbed or drawn. The 'Elbow Destruction' technique uses torso and hip rotation against an assailant's elbow to create extension and dislodge their grip.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Elbow Pin' technique for gun retention?

The 'Elbow Pin' is a gun retention technique where you smash the assailant's hand into the butt of your pistol and connect it to your hip. This makes the gun an integrated part of your body, preventing it from being grabbed or drawn.

How does the 'Elbow Destruction' technique work?

The 'Elbow Destruction' technique is used when your gun is already compromised. It involves using your torso against the assailant's elbow and a level change to load your hips, creating extension to snap their arm and dislodge their grip.

When are gun grabs most likely to occur?

Gun grabs typically happen after a failure to manage distance, allowing the assailant to make the first move, and getting into a close-quarters melee where hands can fall to the weapon's butt.

Can these retention techniques be used with appendix carry?

Yes, both the 'Elbow Pin' and 'Elbow Destruction' techniques are adaptable to appendix carry. The principle remains the same: connect the assailant's hand, your gun, and your body into your hip for maximum retention.

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