What Is the RIGHT Way to Hold a Handgun? (How To Grip And Shoot Your Handgun)
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If you're asking, "What is the right way to hold a handgun?" then this video is for you. Proper pistol grip not only aids accuracy, but will help your auto-loading pistol function properly. USCCA Director of Content Kevin Michalowski breaks down easy-to-understand methods for ensuring proper firing grip on a pistol whether firing leftie, right-handed or with a two-handed grip. Watch this video to learn how to hold and shoot your handgun the right way!
Follow Kevin’s Simple Guide to Achieving Proper Handgun Grip
00:00 Intro
00:50 A SIRT Pistol is a useful tool for in-home dry-fire training
01:20 Nomenclature: What are the proper names for the parts of an auto-loading handgun?
02:40 Why wrapping your index finger around the trigger guard will affect your accuracy
03:08 A word about muzzle management
03:20 How do you achieve a “Master Firing Grip?”
04:28 Why is it important to maintain proper trigger finger discipline at all times?
04:48 One handed versus two-handed pistol grips
05:43 How to transition to a safe firing stance
06:30 What part of your index finger should you use to press the trigger?
07:24 Kevin reviews the steps in a proper two-handed pistol grip
07:39 How does an unstable grip affect handgun accuracy?
08:05 How to hold a pistol for one-handed firing
08:25 When you train, always practice with right-, left and two-handed firing grips.
09:00 How to safely transition a firearm from one hand to the other.
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Sighting in Red Dot and co-witnessing.
Do a few short videos (shorts) on gun failures and fixes. The 20 min video is great but a few rapid fire videos would be great for those with a short attention span.
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Shooting right hand dominant but left eye dominant! Which to me, looks like Kevin is doing! Am I correct?
Using Covers and shooting tactically
Lol. "Don't booger-hook the bang switch". Well-said.
I heard it referred to as a "booger picker" . Never heard it as booger hook, but its just as funny and easy to remember, especially when the instructor yells "booger hook" when looking at ya
It's a common term in the USMC.
Hey, I noticed that too ;)
When I shared this with my brother-in-law, I quoted Kevin in the email.
This is a great beginner tutorial for new shooters. I am glad that instructors are stressing trigger discipline. I was born in 1957 and everybody in the older days would pick up a gun and the finger would go right to the trigger. My dad, my uncles, my grandpa, everybody, myself included. It took me awhile to stop doing it. Even today my finger wants to go right to the trigger.
Plus I like you show if the trigger finger is not not on the trigger then we know where the trigger finger should be.
Yeah I agree it’s great for beginners! I’ve just moved to the US and am completely new to firearms so thankfully I’ve not had time to develop bad habits and am able to learn proper trigger discipline from videos like this
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@@mikecampbell5856 thanks man! Can’t wait until I can legally buy my own gun 😁
Would be good to talk about the whole body posture, how arms should be positioned etc in the next vid.
That is a great suggestion!
Solid basics, always a good foundation. They don't guarantee accuracy however. Some shooters struggle with flinching, blinking, and some don't even know which is their dominant eye. All of these things can be corrected through individual training.
Excellent job, Kevin. Entertaining and informative at the same time. Well done, sir.
At this point, I'd like there to be a chance to win free ammo...
Facts lol
a life time supply ho yah
You still a member?
Left eye dominant right handed shooter? Could be a useful video to discuss eye dominance.
This reminds me of my Military basic training in 1984. In my world this is basic and excellent refresher training that is a yearly mandatory requirement before qualifying with your weapon. Love this, great information and well presented with brilliant humor. Only thing missing is body position, breathing and mental mindset, but it’s basic fundamentals of marksmanship everyone should practice. I am saving this in my favorites for later viewing. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Also didn't explain the importance of straight arms, compared to slightly bent as seen in many movies. Kinda important in my opinion. Also, low ready is for losers. Compressed is the only way.
Thank you for pointing out my errors on gripping the pistol even though I’ve been shooting on and off for years. I was taught incorrectly now I’m on the right path in putting bullets down range where I want on the target.
As a new gun owner, and having USCCA as my back protector, im glad to watch this video. Just what I needed!
That is great to see you found value in it, Joe!
Just got my first .9 yesterday, immediately took it to the range and it takes some getting used to. I definitely have to practice the grip so much more intricate than shooting a rifle.
Excellent training for beginners! ( and good reminder for us"experts" as well.)
Thank you for the few chuckles!! Excellent video!!❤
Last time I went to the range my shots were pretty much all low and either left or right.
Today I used the technique shown here and fired a full 19-round clip and got all but one in the X-ring or white ring surrounding it. I was amazed and very pleased at the difference my grip made in my shooting. Thanks for the tips!
magazine!
Have listened to a very well known champion shooter discuss experimenting with your index finger(and possibly middle finger also) wrapped across the front of the trigger guard. Have tried it. As long as the pressure is straight back it’s cool. I experimented with it but have returned to a traditional grip. Not everyone will do everything the same way.
Great information! Still found useful information from this video as a somewhat "experienced" handgun shooter
Wow you must have known I just recently purchased some handguns and needed this training. Thank you for this
An expert’s advice. Thank you!
I've been shooting recreationally for most of my life. I don't considering myself an expert by any means, but based on number of rounds down range I think its fair to claim I'm intermediate. Never had any training other than my uncles. Before purchasing my P365 XL as my Concealed Carry, I never really thought about how I hold a gun... I just held it, and my shots went generally where I wanted them to... I held it the same way I did when I held my toy pistols when playing cops and robbers with my friends in the yard when I was 8. But I quickly noticed that the P365 didn't feel comfortable or secure in my hands. There didn't seem to be enough room for my support hand and my pinky doesn't quiet fit on the handle... As you would expect being right handed and with a poor grip, my shots typically go down and to the left... Since my grip issues with my P365 I've started spending more time thinking about grip, and stance, and trigger pull, and just about everything trying to get my groups better on that tiny little pistol. Some days I do better, then others I regress again... All that to say, I appreciated this video and your explanation on how to hold it, particularly the support hand. I'm going to try to use these principals and stick to them until the issue goes away rather than constantly trying to make changes for a quick fix.
Loved the video. To me, it speaks to beginners as well as more seasoned users. As beginners we are enthusiastic about learning all about our fire arm and how to use it correctly. As seasoned users, we have become comfortable with our fire arm. The danger here is becoming more than comfortable; we can become complacent. Complacency kills.
Reviewing this video periodically, if not frequently, can help keep beginners and seasoned users alike, al8ve, and well.
Thanks so much for teaching the foundations of how to hold and fire a pistol correctly.
I know this is an older video but it was nice seeing 1 handed shooting addressed. I'm a paraplegic with pretty crappy balance due to paralyzed core muscles, 2 hand shooting will just pull me on my face unless I scoot my butt forwards in my chair first, takes too much time. So I learned to shoot very well with one hand. My other hand is locked on my left wheel squeezing my back rest frame into my side. It keeps me balanced and mobil if I need to move somewhat.
Great information. Thank you!
You are welcome!
I have seen videos teaching the same safety gun handling. But good to get a refresher. Thank you.
We are glad you appreciate it, Dennis!
Flesh on the gun to keep it from escaping, is the biggest take away I got from the video. Thanks
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Great instructional video - it can never be stated enough “keep your finger OFF the trigger until you are ready to shoot.”
Perfect video
Thank you
Kevin you are so much help
We are happy to help, Paul!
I didn't realize my shots would pull to the right from grabbing the trigger guard, very helpful, thanks!!!
There is absolutely nothing wrong with gripping that way. Competitive shooters like Jerry Miculek says that’s perfectly fine to do.
Great video
"Booger hook on the bang switch"
That's enough lesson for me!
Don't forget to cover the Three Amigos
this is perfect for beginners for sure. Plus for all of those who train others....follow this as well.
EXCELLENT point
Good info I would add weak side forward .
I have a problem that I shoot my full size M&P with accurate fist sized groups from point blank to 25 yards. However I constantly shoot high-left about 10 to 12 inches away from intended point of impact with my shield plus. I know my grip or trigger pull is off with the smaller frame, but cant figure out exactly what it is to get it fixed. 🤷
Basic but important information.
Do the same things apply for shooters with a heavier trigger pull Kevin?
a GREAT VIDEO!!!!!!
Downward wrist lock with support hand help with control and follow up.
Where do you get that red training gun in the beginning of the video? I want that so much!
Great video as I am a first time owner of a fire arm. I would love to see this exact video with a revolver as I own a 44 special. I have taken it once to a range, and bullet was pulling left. Think my left hand was over the trigger guard. Thank you. Hope to see it soon 😉👍🏼
Wow first gun 44mag lol go big or go home
I suggest cupping the bottom of the grip with your off hand. This keeps your fingers and thumb away from the cylinder (the round part holding the cartridges). Unlike a semi auto pistol, you can end up breaking (or worse) your fingers if you run them along the side while firing.
I learned pistol shooting in the Corps during the 70s, only as a close combat weapon since as a grunt we were primarily focused on the M-16. I am certainly no expert but I learned with thumbs down to tighten the grip for stability in firing and to prevent losing it in a c.c. scenario. I had not fired since leaving the Corps until 2012 and since then I've been noticing this thumbs up and along the slide BS. I have assumed it is ideal for target shooting and competition shooting maybe but to me seems less than ideal for a defender. I'm getting reasonably tight, effective groups at 25 yards so haven't changed. I just hope all y'all 'thumbs up' folks don't have your gun snatched out of your hands if you ever have a close encounter.
Awesome
I've only been shooting a year very interesting
I died when you said "boogerhook". 🤣
I only shoot one-handed and it happens to be my offhand ( left ) . I do use the larger grip on my g19 so I don't get slide bite . I also use a slight cant great content
I'm assuming there's a very good reason you don't use your dominant hand?
@@shitbird9429 the same reason I don't use my legs they don't work
@@timlewis994 Good on you for carrying. How do you manipulate the slide and all that? I don't really care for red dots on a concealed piece but they are great for one handed racks
@@shitbird9429 my EDC is a Glock 19 of course I carry One in the Chamber. I use a M-Tac chest pack with a quick release with a universal velcro holster because I can't carry on either side because of my wheelchair arms . I use a recovery tactical slide rack assist . a rare earth magnet attached to my chair arm I can dump my mag and reload one handed . I use a strikeman laser training system to practice this process
It was almost like you knew what you were talking about lol good job
Good video but id like to see the two thumb orientation. Ive seen thumbs wrapped and seperate.
😂 booger hook! Kevin cracks me ⬆️
My nephew kept complaining about his rounds pulling, I asked if he was anticipating and he said no. I asked to see his grip. First thing I noticed was his finger over the trigger guard. I showed him a correct grip and he didn't believe me but tried it the next time he went to the range. Surprise! No more pulling to one side. Right on target. I am not an expert but know the grip was one very important part of getting your rounds on target.
Kevin is right handed - left eye dominant as I see correct? Iam the same, how do you handle it? Isnt twisting head so uncomfortable? Isnt better idea to move gun in front of dominant eye? Thanks
Booger hook and bang switch, instant classic.
Beginner here. Do the elbows need to be locked out?? Thank you for the replies.
I only have who use of my left hand can you show us how it's done with one hand? Do you guys have resources for one-handed shooters?
For 1 handed persons firmly grasp the firearm and point at your target with your index and you should be pretty much on target.
Missed the target? Well even if you were pointing correctly at said target a common occurrence for the miss is because the gun was moved slightly split seconds before the it fired. Usual causes are pushing or pulling to the left or right side by the the trigger finger or the hand itself.
This video should be a part of every concealed carry class.
Does the thumb on the left hand need to be below the slide so when it pulls back, you won't get cut?
Don’t Booger hook the bang switch, lol, straight facts though 💯
Seems you're left eye dominant. Have you done a video on eye dominance?
What about thumb over thumb?
You should do a video on cross dominance. On this specific topic there should be much more content out there.
Regards
Thank you for sharing your suggestion on a topic that we can cover, that may be valuable.
Him: "Like other polymer pistols I'm not going to say say the name though"
The world: Glock
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Body position, feet to shoulder spacing would be a good video.
Tang andfront and back strap
Excellent video, as always. Do you have a similar video for those of us who carry REAL guns (the kind where the rounds are carried in a revolving cylinder just behind the barrel, where they belong), instead of in a detachable magazine in the grip?
No but I have a tip:
Get a real gun! But if you choose to refuse you can point and grab (point the gun at the target and grab your wrist or tea cup your shooting hand)
@@ywe3 LOL. Calm down. My statement was only in jest
Should you keep both eyes open or only use your dominate eye?
Hello. I am by no means an ' expert ' marksman, but I am not a ' bad ' shooter. What I did was I started out very slow and steady making sure I get my ' master ' grip on the weapon. I started out shooting with just my ' dominant eye open until I could get a fairly good shot ' group ' where I was aiming. As I got used to my weapon going off more and more and gained the confidence in handling it, I started to open my other eye. It took awhile until I got used to it. Now I shoot with both eyes open or my less ' dominant ' eye slightly open. You will get used to that. Both eyes open; even if one is slightly open seems to be the most accurate for me. Also, when you close one eye, your peripheral vision is ' lost ' on that side. Close one eye and you'll see what I mean. Both eyes open gives you the best chance in a self-defense scenario. Stay healthy out there. Peace and Freedom for All!
A Question: Is There only one right way to hold a pistola? Or are There several Right trchniques to hold the pistol?
How do you enter the contest if you are already a member ?
All you have to do is log on to your Member Dashboard!
@@USCCAOfficial than what? No place to register for contests
"booger hook"...."DON'T TOUCH IT (the trigger)"
Excellent technique AND comedy.
..."booger hook on the bang switch."😂
My index finger is too long to use the first pad. But, when I use the first joint I cannot pull the trigger without moving the point of aim. Note: I do have a little arthritis in my hands now.
Suggestions?
Do you shoot right handed, left eye dominant ?
Thankyou I was holding my Canik all wrong 🤦♂️ how ignorant I was for holding a competition pistol like a toddler 😂😅
Booger hook; LMBO!
Ohh I see im a Tea cup'r 🍵 lol. True story. I had no idea to lay my left side thumb on the lower frame. I never even thought about it.
Don't listen to this guy. Tea cup is perfectly fine (necessary if you're firing a revolver). He locks his arms and claims that grip and sights make the bullet go where you want. It's easy to give advice; that's why people give it away freely.
Why can't current members of USCCA enter to win a new gun? The link only goes to activate new memberships.
All you have to do as a member to enter is log into your Member Dashboard, Douglas!
its crazy how many folks i seen shoot left eye right hand🤔
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The front of the trigger guard is flat or concave with checkering to enhance WEAPONS RETENTION. At almost all (98%) engagements you are within 21 feet from the bad guy. After almost 50 years as an LEO, 5 deadly force engagements and many armed confrontations with bad guys trying to take my weapon, I never lost the weapon, had it turned on me and double tapped all 5 engagements in the 10 ring. BTW, I NEVER see my weapon within 7 meters from a target.
I'm sorry but please remember to employ all that in .6 seconds. Nothing you said was specifically wrong, except I know only very experienced shooters know how to shoot accurately. Even at close contact range. That's why so many shots miss. The vast majority of people (& even to a lesser extent, trained officers) will anticipate the firearms recoil, and flinch! In a combat situation I would stress natural pointing; trusting your instincts; & the understanding of your equipment (that is, a discharged firearm will & should rise as a function of phyisics). Rise is normal & acceptable, to be understood & appreciated, but not Anticipated (that leads to flinching). Proper control comes from training & experience. Let's hope ours is superior to our enemies 🙏
Wanna know the real secret? Put vertical pressure on the firearm not horizontal. Leverage the bottom of your hand against the top like you are trying to touch the bottom of your hands together to cup water. Hope that makes sense
Thanks for being clear that these instructions are NOT for revolvers. If you shoot a revolver with that finger on your left hand forward you will burn it or take a chunk out of it on a revolver with the cylinder blow-by.
So I cannot win the gun since I am already a member :(
Great video. I'm a beginner and was told I'm left eye dominant. I didn't think that because I usually close my left eye. Any advice?
What worked for me (right-handed-left-eye-dominant) was going to the range, at 5yrds, shoot 5 with one eye open, then do the same with the other eye open. Check your accuracy. Use the most accurate one. YMMV of course. Wash, Rinse, Repeat! Peace and Freedom to ALL!
@@amanhasnoname3447 Thank you! will do!
Never wrap index finger of support hand around the front of trigger guard? Check out “ Stabilize Your Firing Grip with the Wedge Hold-Massad Ayoob on Master Class Ep. 19”
What if you have a trigger on your gun and has 3 levels?
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Grip of the year. Next year they will go to back to the Tea Cup. Learn to shoot the gun with any grip and with either hand... one handed.
I have an eye condition called lazy eye and am right eye dominant.I have virtually no useable vision out of my left eye. At most all I have is peripheral vision in my left eye. I don't believe that is sufficient to aim a gun with and be able to hit the intended target
Depending on the gun if your holding it properly just point your index finger at the target and you SHOULD be pretty much on with most handguns [glock, colt, sig etc]
Is it bad to use your real handgun for dry fire training?
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I hate love nose revolvers the handle is never big enough for me to get more than two fingers on it and then with the recoil I can never line up my second shot fast enough that's why all my revolvers and handguns are full size
nick landak ... so no concealed carry then I gather ...
so i guess at this point, members aren't going to get an email when new videos drop?
Treat, Never, Keep, Keep.
I learned a lot... But I wanted you to finish the tutorial on how you learned to tie your shoes🤔
I’m so sad that I can’t get them in my state
You in California?
Massachusetts?
@@jakesnizzle9385 Washington state
@@captainebola2178 Aww man, that sucks.
@@jakesnizzle9385 ya i though about moving down south somewhere but finding jobs in my field is hard
Wish we could see the other side of the gun better
Not me using this info for my nerf guns/battles