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I just did a write-up on my blog about proper grip technique. I cover this in every CHL class, and for some reason in my last 3 CHL classes, I have 1 person per class get a cut thumb from an improper grip. You can read the write-up here:

The Armed Texan Blog

CodeJockey wrote:You can read the write-up here:

The Armed Texan Blog

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I left you one tiny criticism. Everything else was pretty solid.

I made that mistake the first time I shot my Glock27-that hurts! Needless to say I have since paid more attention to a proper grip and I always bring Band-Aids to the range with me!!

Thanks, CodeJockey. I needed the pictures. When I broadened my scope by including semi-autos with my wheels, I started firing the auto with no good instruction like you give. I just lucked out and was not injured. Now, I have a comfortable and safe grip.

TX CHL 1997
CO CHP 2005

A lesson on proper grip technique from a champion pistol shooter:

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid ... 6867071363#" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Good points. I did something strange a few years ago with my G27 and tore most of one of my thumb nails off. It has been so long I don't remember which or even how I was holding it, but it sure did hurt and I haven't had any issues since then.

HankB wrote:A lesson on proper grip technique from a champion pistol shooter:

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid ... 6867071363#" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

If grip isn't correct and consistent, there's nothing else you can do to compensate and keep all your shots going where you want them to.

I think this is the best presentation of proper grip technique I've ever seen on video. If I were an LEO or CHL instructor, I'd make this video part of every basic and remedial class.

Thanks!

C-dub wrote:... but it sure did hurt and I haven't had any issues since then.

Pain is a harsh mistress, is she not?