Is Your Grip Tight?

Published on April 6, 2023
Duration: 0:58

This guide, based on instruction from Lucas Botkin of T.REX ARMS, details how to achieve a powerful pistol grip for superior recoil control. It emphasizes a 'death grip' and proper support hand placement, offering diagnostic tips for identifying and correcting a loose grip through live fire observation. The technique aims for flatter shooting and improved handgun control.

Quick Summary

Master handgun recoil control with a 'death grip' technique from T.REX ARMS. Lucas Botkin emphasizes squeezing the pistol as hard as possible with both hands and ensuring proper support hand placement to fill grip grooves and maximize contact, leading to significantly flatter shooting and reduced muzzle flip.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Importance of Grip & 'Death Grip'
  2. 00:15Diagnosing a Loose Grip
  3. 00:35Proper Grip Technique & Support Hand Placement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most effective way to control handgun recoil according to T.REX ARMS?

According to Lucas Botkin of T.REX ARMS, the most effective method is to employ a 'death grip,' squeezing the handgun as hard as possible with both hands rather than adhering to specific grip ratios.

How can I diagnose if I have a loose pistol grip?

A key indicator of a loose grip is excessive muzzle flip and the support hand separating from the pistol during firing. Filming yourself or having a friend observe your support hand's movement can help diagnose this issue.

What are the key elements of a proper, tight pistol grip?

A proper tight grip involves maximizing contact. Use the fingers of your support hand to fill the grooves of your dominant hand and firmly press the fleshy part of your support thumb against the pistol frame for optimal control.

What firearm is used in the T.REX ARMS grip control video?

The video features a Glock 45, a popular semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm, equipped with a SureFire X300 weapon light, demonstrating the grip technique effectively.

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