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Have you ever wondered about the fundamental secrets to mastering handgun handling? If you’re joining the 32% of Americans who own a gun and want to learn more about achieving the perfect handgun grip and stance, you’re in the right place! We have put together our guide below to share how to properly hold a handgun.
Keep reading to learn our top tips for holding and shooting a gun.
Correct Grip
You want to put your dominant hand high on the grip to make sure you have a firm but also comfortable grip. Align your fingers along the grip and avoid leaving gaps between your fingers and overlapping your fingers. Make sure your thumb points forward, parallel to the barrel, not resting on the slide.
Place your non-dominant hand around the fingers of your dominant hand, covering the remaining grip area. Let your fingers interlock to ensure that you have a secure hold. Rest the thumb of your support hand against the frame of the handgun.
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Stance and Posture
Maintaining the right stance and posture is key for accuracy and control when shooting a gun. You want to stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, providing a stable base. Make sure you distribute weight evenly on both feet, to have better balance and mobility.
Position your body square to the target, reducing the profile exposed to potential threats. Slightly bend your knees, maintaining a relaxed and flexible stance. Lean slightly forward from the waist, engaging your core muscles for stability.
You want to avoid tensing your upper body; instead, keep it relaxed to absorb recoil and maintain control. Make sure that the shooting-side shoulder is slightly forward, aligning with the aiming direction. Always keep both shoulders level to maintain a consistent shooting posture.
Extend your dominant arm, keeping a firm but not overly tense grip on the handgun. Position your support hand to stabilize the gun without getting in the way of the dominant hand’s grip. You have to make sure your eyes are focused on the front sight of the gun while keeping your head upright and level.
Keep in mind that you will have to adapt your stance as needed based on the type of firearm, shooting distance, and specific shooting conditions. Never stop practicing your stance because it will help you get better and help you find the stance that best suits your specific shooting style.
Now You Know How to Properly Hold a Handgun
With our tips above about how to properly hold a handgun, we hope you are feeling more confident next time you are holding your firearm. Keep in mind that gun safety should always be your number one priority. Make sure you keep your gun pointed in a safe direction, and always keep your finger off the trigger until you’re ready to shoot.
When handling your gun, you want to always act as if the gun is loaded. This is going to help avoid any tragic accidents.
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