August Insights and Reminders from JLPFI

Get a GRIP on it! 

Are you seeing a shotgun pattern on your handgun training target?

JLPFI teaches that a consistent grip (fundamental #2) is an absolute mission of accuracy. Please take a close look at the right-handed semi-auto grip JLPFI recommends.

Maintain the weapon high in the firing hand so there is no gap between the web of your hand and the tang of the grip. Connect your support hand index finger directly underneath the trigger guard, wrap those knuckles and allow your support hand thumb to find its place underneath your firing hand thumb!  Make sure your firing hand thumb does NOT rest on the slide lock (release). 

Now, pressurize your knuckles over knuckles, thumbs forward grip and do your best not to contract your hand when you deliver the shot! Keep your wrists firm and adjust up and down, side to side with your arms and not your wrists! This grip will provide the best level sight picture and supported platform to deliver those rounds where you want them downrange.

The Revolver Grip: Southpaw

Please first note the left handed grip! The firing hand is high on the backstrap of the grip and the firing thumb is connected to the support thumb. 

This particular grip is outfitted with a laser just above the firing thumb so the thumb must slant down. Knuckles over knuckles, shooter thumb over support thumb. Pressurize your grip by pushing and pulling to achieve that steady front sight.

The other option here: Turn on the laser! Regardless of sights or lasers, your proper, consistent grip is an essential fundamental of accuracy.