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Pistol Grip: Firearm, Hand Gun, Shotgun, Tools And Fencing
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Published: October 10, 2007
When handling a firearm, it is important to know how to hold it. It is a sensitive piece of weaponry that can go off if handled improperly and cause irreparable damage. With that in mind, there are different kinds of guns available that each have a unique way of holding them.
A lesson in pistol grips may be the difference between hitting ones target and hitting something, or someone, else.
The pistol grip actually has its origins in 19th century fencing. A Belgian fencing master lost his fingers in an accident and was forced to develop a new way of holding his sword. In order to hold his weapon, it was necessary to have his hand wrapped entirely around the grip like a pistol, thus the name. It rose in popularity after World War I with soldiers who returned with missing fingers.
The basic tools of firing a pistol are all agreed upon: position of the body, control of the trigger, and use of sight. A pistol grip varies according to experience, and much controversy has arisen on how to properly hold a gun. The way to know if using it properly is whether the pistol grip is comfortable, all parts for engagement are accessible, and the gun does not move in the hand during recoil. For all firearms, whether a hand gun or a shotgun, the first pad or joint of an index finger should be placed on the trigger with even and adequate pressure to the behind, so to release the striker or hammer.
There are two pistol grips for a hand gun: one handed or two. The revolver grip has the strong hand holding the weapon. The back strap under the hump of the gun is braced by the web of the hand just below the thumb. Again, the index finger's first pad or joint is placed on the trigger. To know if it is in line correctly, make sure the barrel is lined up with the axis of the forearm. For a two handed pistol grip, the position remains unchanged except that the other hand is wrapped around the dominant one in order to supply a steady platform.
An auto pistol grip follows the same step as the revolver or hand gun grip, and the web of the hand falls along the tang of the back strap with the fingers going around the front strap firmly. The rules for holding the trigger from above apply here too, so wrap the index finger's first pad or joint around it with enough pressure. The two handed technique is also the same for an auto pistol grip. For single action shooting, the thumb is placed high on the firearm so as to cock the hammer. With double action shooting, place the thumb lower so it is locked down to provide leverage for the index finger. This also applies to the revolver pistol grip above.
From fencing to firearms, knowing the pistol grip is important to properly using the weapon. These tips above are meant for holding a hand gun. The tools for using a shotgun will vary, but the idea of using the strong hand for the pistol grip is the same. The main idea for all pistol grips is keeping people safe. This involves not only a great pistol grip, but stance and eye sight. Make sure to take a lesson in gun safety before operating any kind of firearm, and everyone can sleep easy before the next round of practice or time on the field.
Sources:
Arnold, David W. "Getting a Grip." Hunting Landsearch. 2007. 10 Oct. 2007. http://www.handgunsmag.com/tactics_training/grip_0 925/.
"Fencing." St. Francis College. 2006. 10 Oct. 2007 http://www.stfranciscollege.edu/Template.cfm?Secti on=Home&Template=/ContentManagement/ContentDis
Spaulding, Dave. "Firearms: Get a Grip — How to Hold Your Pistol." Police One. 28 Aug. 2007. 10 Oct. 2007 http://www.policeone.com/writers/columnists/lom/ar ticles/125513/.
The pistol grip actually has its origins in 19th century fencing. A Belgian fencing master lost his fingers in an accident and was forced to develop a new way of holding his sword. In order to hold his weapon, it was necessary to have his hand wrapped entirely around the grip like a pistol, thus the name. It rose in popularity after World War I with soldiers who returned with missing fingers.
The basic tools of firing a pistol are all agreed upon: position of the body, control of the trigger, and use of sight. A pistol grip varies according to experience, and much controversy has arisen on how to properly hold a gun. The way to know if using it properly is whether the pistol grip is comfortable, all parts for engagement are accessible, and the gun does not move in the hand during recoil. For all firearms, whether a hand gun or a shotgun, the first pad or joint of an index finger should be placed on the trigger with even and adequate pressure to the behind, so to release the striker or hammer.
There are two pistol grips for a hand gun: one handed or two. The revolver grip has the strong hand holding the weapon. The back strap under the hump of the gun is braced by the web of the hand just below the thumb. Again, the index finger's first pad or joint is placed on the trigger. To know if it is in line correctly, make sure the barrel is lined up with the axis of the forearm. For a two handed pistol grip, the position remains unchanged except that the other hand is wrapped around the dominant one in order to supply a steady platform.
An auto pistol grip follows the same step as the revolver or hand gun grip, and the web of the hand falls along the tang of the back strap with the fingers going around the front strap firmly. The rules for holding the trigger from above apply here too, so wrap the index finger's first pad or joint around it with enough pressure. The two handed technique is also the same for an auto pistol grip. For single action shooting, the thumb is placed high on the firearm so as to cock the hammer. With double action shooting, place the thumb lower so it is locked down to provide leverage for the index finger. This also applies to the revolver pistol grip above.
From fencing to firearms, knowing the pistol grip is important to properly using the weapon. These tips above are meant for holding a hand gun. The tools for using a shotgun will vary, but the idea of using the strong hand for the pistol grip is the same. The main idea for all pistol grips is keeping people safe. This involves not only a great pistol grip, but stance and eye sight. Make sure to take a lesson in gun safety before operating any kind of firearm, and everyone can sleep easy before the next round of practice or time on the field.
Sources:
Arnold, David W. "Getting a Grip." Hunting Landsearch. 2007. 10 Oct. 2007. http://www.handgunsmag.com/tactics_training/grip_0 925/.
"Fencing." St. Francis College. 2006. 10 Oct. 2007 http://www.stfranciscollege.edu/Template.cfm?Secti on=Home&Template=/ContentManagement/ContentDis
Spaulding, Dave. "Firearms: Get a Grip — How to Hold Your Pistol." Police One. 28 Aug. 2007. 10 Oct. 2007 http://www.policeone.com/writers/columnists/lom/ar ticles/125513/.
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