Practical Pistol Show 103 - How do I fit it?

Published on November 20, 2015
Duration: 17:41

This guide, featuring insights from competitive shooters Ben Stoeger, Tim, and Matt, focuses on optimizing firearm grip. It emphasizes prioritizing effective control over the firearm, ensuring comfortable reach to all controls, and applying specific grip strength techniques with both hands. The advice covers adjusting grip size for different hand sizes and control access, as well as the nuances of strong and support hand pressure for recoil management.

Quick Summary

Optimizing your firearm grip involves ensuring comfortable reach to all controls (trigger, mag release, slide release) and applying specific pressures. Prioritize effective control: grip hard with your strong hand without affecting the trigger press, and grip 'damn hard' with your support hand. If recoil control is an issue, increase support hand grip strength.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction & Email Question
  2. 00:38Determining Best Grip Size
  3. 01:41Reaching Firearm Controls
  4. 03:01Experimenting with Grip Options
  5. 04:15Adjustable Grips: Glock & P320
  6. 05:31Prioritizing Grip Control
  7. 06:05Compromises for Effective Grip
  8. 06:43Trigger Reach Considerations
  9. 07:37Control Priority: Trigger, Mag Release, Slide Stop
  10. 08:56Grip Strength: The 60/40 Meme
  11. 09:11Strong vs. Support Hand Grip Pressure
  12. 09:39Defining 'Hard Enough' Grip
  13. 10:09Vice Grip Technique
  14. 11:15Troubleshooting Grip Issues
  15. 12:06Spectator Fees at Ranges
  16. 13:14Reasoning Behind Spectator Fees
  17. 14:44Opinion on Spectator Fees
  18. 17:03Show Wrap-up

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I determine the correct grip size for my firearm?

Prioritize being able to comfortably reach all essential controls like the trigger, magazine release, and slide release. If controls are too far, try a thinner grip; if you're overreaching or your finger is too deep on the trigger, try a thicker grip. Experimentation with adjustable backstraps or grip panels is key.

What is the proper grip strength for shooting?

Your strong hand should grip as hard as possible without negatively affecting your trigger press. Your support hand should grip 'damn hard,' squeezing all parts of the grip together tightly. If you experience excessive muzzle rise, increase support hand grip.

Should I adjust my grip if I have trouble reaching the controls?

Yes, absolutely. If you can't comfortably reach your trigger, magazine release, or slide release, you need to adjust your grip size. Try thinner grips if controls are too far, or thicker grips if you're overreaching or your finger is too deep on the trigger.

What's the best way to improve firearm control during recoil?

To improve firearm control during recoil, focus on increasing your support hand grip strength. Dig your fingertips into your palm and squeeze as hard as you can. If you're experiencing excessive muzzle rise, gripping harder with your weak hand is often more effective than increasing strong hand grip.

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