Proper Pistol Grip - Navy SEAL Teaches How to Grip a Pistol

[@andrewsmith8729]

I really like listening to this guy speak. He is clear, concise and to the point.

[@vincci1794]

I'm a Royal Malaysian Police, and I love your videos regarding firearms sir ..God bless 👍

[@rimcountryoutfitters]

As a gang banger in LA, I approve this message

[@Shadows1632]

Would love to try and get a patch if y'all have one, I'll see if my department has any extras

[@elwhastrummer]

Excellent lesson. When my father taught me to shoot a handgun, he addressed most of these issues. I worked on my grip strength, and a consistent grip. When I paid attention to these key points, my shooting was consistent. By the time I was in my teens, I was able to shoot comfortably with one hand, and either hand. Keeping that gun steady is key, and a trigger pull that doesn't move the gun either. I am a can killer!!

[@lancedacus4560]

Really good instructions, thank you sir. Showed me exactly how my grip has been wrong and why I’m constantly shooting low left. I will definitely apply the lessons learned here and get it right. Appreciate it!!!👍🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@DonyaLane]

You're not only a hero to many, you're an EXCELLENT instructor! Thank you for your service, Chris!

[@davidvincent3959]

My wife is getting into shooting so I had her watch this video first. We went to the range and her shooting and understanding increased immensely. We both shot better. Excellent video.... Basics! Basics! Basics! Thank you Chris

[@nassssss]

Dope

[@ap4702]

Wish we had that freedom...

[@MikeC19100]

I've been involved in training sessions (Police Academy and US Army) where several different methods were shown on how to hold and fire a pistol, however, this video is BY FAR THE BEST training I have ever experienced. I now have a much better understanding of why I should hold the pistol this way and what differences it makes to hold it any other way. Thank you for the information and thank you for an excellent video.

[@jamiesloan5902]

The barrel "inline" with your forearm was great, when everyone used the weaver stance. Not so good now, using the isometric triangle stance(isosceles). Your gun natural wants to point to the left this way. I move my strong hand slightly around the gun, to put it in a better spot for the triangle. This also helps you get more of your support hand on the grip, in a HIGHER, MORE FORWARD position. Which is perfect for recoil management. I also pull back on the front of the trigger guard, with the pointing finger, of my support hand. I used to miss left, until I changed to this grip. Try it!!!

[@SatsuRyu]

When you mentioned the empty space between the support hand and the grip if the support hand wasn't placed correctly, I knew that was one of the biggest detractors to my grip. Thank you for this video, it really helped!

[@nmlepage]

So glad I found this video I could not for the life of me figure out why my shots kept pulling to the side! I watched this video and started practicing getting myself into that perfect grip. The next time I was out at the range my buddy said it was like watching a completely different shooter. I gave him the name of your channel and he should be checking it out soon! Thank you I appreciate the help!

[@haydencook682]

I know a Ranger and a few Seals...every single one has shown me this exact same form. Safe to say it's the best way to go. Great video!

[@carlvasiliou5068]

Your grip that you show increased my pistol league scores by almost 20 points on average. Incredible! Thanks!

[@campsitez2355]

that might help but selling your glock and buying a better gun will probably add another 20 points to your score.

[@campsitez2355]

@Tony Stark difference between a $500 Glock and a $1,000 1911? The Glock still needs work once you buy it lol.

[@blaketalley9921]

Chris, thank you so much for your video on proper pistol grip. After watching your video I practiced at home,dry firing, and then went to the range. I couldn't believe it! The guy next to me was like,"Dude! Your grouping is awesome!" I told him, "I know! I watched Chris Sajnog on KZbin! " You have changed the way I shoot forever! Thank you!

[@Telgramhonestoutlaws]

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[@obxburg]

Awesome Chris! I’m taking my Son to my indoor range today and having you as his first perfect practice grip instructor makes my exact same grip instructing a breeze. Thanks as always for your Service Sir! 🙌🏼❤️🇺🇸❤️🙌🏼

[@russ375]

Was always told trigger control. But until I worked on grip that’s when I became a consistently better pistol shooter. Thanks for the great info.

[@thisishim2051]

It is quite pleasant when a speaker is emanating experience and time--tried advice. No need for flashy lights, just pure knowledge. Bravo, Seal. USMC,US Army

[@556online]

Working on actual grip strength is a great piece of bonus advice. Another piece of “bonus” advice I would like to add is for the gun itself. Your trigger pull weight should be equal to the weight of the gun itself. When you have a high trigger weight, it ensures that more movement is introduced into the gun during firing, thus bringing it out of the target line. With polymer frames, usually much more so than with all-steel pistols. Here's an example: with a CZ 75 Shadow 2, the factory trigger weight in single-action mode is roughly equal to the pistol's total weight - the ratio is almost 1:1. With a polymer pistol, such as a Glock G17 with a total weight of about 700 grams and a trigger weight of about 2.1 kg, the ratio tips toward an unfavorable 3:1 factor. This is why grip is so important and further adds to Mr. Sajnog explanation of competitive shooters with heavy guns and light triggers not needing as tight of a grip. Beginners usually do better at targets with all steel guns for this reason.

[@garyreed9382]

This video made an immediate improvement in accuracy, Thank You.

[@stephen4232]

Wow, I'm so glad I found this video. I just bought my first hand gun and want to learn correct grip and the reasons why it is correct. Thanks!

[@stufoo]

I’ve been watching way too many grip videos and I’m getting all sorts of contradictory advice but intuitively, this grip seems to make the most sense and I will be trying it the next time I hit the range

[@caseywilliams4322]

I will definitely subscribe. The technique you show to eliminate shake is what i taught myself to train out my tremors. You are a smart guy with excellent means of knowledge conveyance.

[@jadab7479]

You litterly fix my shot from 40 yards with just the fact of my thumb placement n having my grip canted! Best explanation of everything on this channel for trying to finess my shots thank you

[@timadams306]

By far the best explanation yet!!! Just evening out the thumb and finger makes a huge difference!!! Also thank you for your service!!!!

[@usernamemykel]

Have a good evening.

[@jerelarnold44]

Thumb press grip feels better to me

[@FULLMETALCAR]

Yea man feels a lot better then the way i was holding it

[@copperheadaz5023]

Was thinking the same thing

[@duanebaxter3278]

my exact experience..

[@rickgarcia8481]

Alot of people start shooting guns without real training from an expert. They learn from a friend who learned from a friend.. Etc... I'm a personal trainer, and the way you explained it was very common sense, as I do the same showing how to do exercises properly... Very good video

[@lukeslc-xd8ds]

I have watched 5 or 6 videos on gripping the gun, and this one makes the most sense.

[@laurencelance586]

The best explanation on grip that I've ever heard.

[@jimcastillo8950]

Dont know why there are thumbs down for a veteran who was trained by our government , especially Navy Seal............. Thanks Chris. you have my thumb up.......

[@winstonsmiths2449]

Because he may be saying or doing things that someone does not agree with and may feel it is not helpful. ALL SOF dudes are trying to make a buck, good on them. But each preaches their philosophy or poo-poo others techniques, etc. What makes this guy thee authority?

[@engine22emt]

The thing is . This makes perfect sense I’ve been shooting the same style weapon for over 25 years ( Sig Sauer P22x platform)) And this video gave me several areas to improve on Thank you And thank you for your service to our nation

[@rescottpac]

Ran across this video and was pleased to see all of your successes and the TREMENDOUS positive impact that you have had on so many. Has been many years since you first arrived at BMC Panama City. CONGRATULATIONS AND THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE!!!

[@tazaxx21]

Great instruction. I will be looking for more.. thanks for serving.

[@danglenn7356]

Thank you! I’ve been using full-size pistols for years, now training with compacts. It’s hard for me to get the sites lined up. After watching this, it became simple.And THANK YOU For saying finger position on trigger doesn’t matter. I’ve been arguing with people for years on this. God bless and thank you for your service sir!

[@kjlahti782]

Thank you for your video. I've not shot a pistol before, thank you for explaining the reason why you do what you do.

[@nueardant]

Thank you for the tip! One pointer in your video about support thumb in relation to trigger finger made the clarification that no other videos did. For the first time using your grip I can pull double action trigger with absolute steady hand, barrel, and sight!

[@RatSewage]

Thanks, Chris. I have watched a lot of "how to grip pistols" videos and each time the same general rules are gone over, but each person says something new that someone else hasn't. In this one, it was the loosening of your lower fingers to check your grip, trigger finger and left thumb alignment, and not placing your trigger finger until you have your proper grip set up. I was taught differently about where my trigger finger should fall.

[@davidkory6512]

Chris, I really appreciate how you make so much sense with you instructions, easy to understand and not condescending. I'm going to teach my 16 Y.O. daughter about guns, safety and shooting. This video will go a long way in doing that successfully. Thank you

[@h.ar.2937]

Wow thank you for this video. My instructor taught me well I guess. I watched a few videos and they all said "place your finger here on the trigger" "that part of the knuckle should be there" etc then I watch your videos and that's exactly what my instructor from last year taught me. Thank you!

[@1791Actual]

Absolutely THE BEST grip video out there. Can't wait to try this technique this weekend at the range.

[@ChrisSajnogs]

Try it at home first!

[@paulscharf7960]

I love in your book how you describe it as milking the trigger. Resonated with me and my pistol shooting improved.

[@WaltDanker]

Chris thanks for your service to our country! Thanks too for the videos. Shooting pistols is a new interest of mine, and I enjoy your work.

[@campsitez2355]

you may find the work of Clint Smith more informative and entertaining

[@tinman6514]

Always great to review the basics to keep everything square and straight - Thanks, Chris ~

[@cinnabonthenatural1976]

You can definitely train me any day on handguns! Your such a dynamic and prolific teacher. I'm so blessed to have found you. I will be transferring to a Glock from my Revolver in May. You explain things in simple terms and you have so much patience. Thank you 😊 and God bless!

[@DROFHAPPINESS]

CHRIS: In 2016 I returned to airgunning. I started researching techniques to shoot both my pistols and rifles more accurately. I realized that videos of real steel/powder burning 'experts' would have techniques that I could transfer to my own field. I have to say that this is the most informative (and correct) of all the videos I've watched. Including those made by competition shooters. Not only did you explain (in easily understandable words and examples) the proper way to grip, but also what happens when you don't grip properly. I was also pleased to see that you were 'shooting' with both eyes open. I learned, and practices that, even before I had my cataract operation. And now that I've had it, and continue that method, my accuracy has improved to what it was (or better) when I received my awards in the Canadian Cadet Corp as a youth. I look forward to more of your videos (and downloading & sharing them). This one will be shared with the many air pistol groups I am with on FB from around the world. DOC

[@Avensur]

SIR, IT'S AN HONOR LEARNING YOUR MILITARY WAYS SO I CAN IMPROVE MY SHOOTING SKILLS. AND CONGRATS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY, THE GREATEST DECISION A MAN CAN TAKE. WE WANT TO BE WITH OUR FAMILIES AND SPEND EVERY MOMENT WITH THEM. GODSPEED.

[@fffred9310]

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[@kraigkopp9885]

First time handgun owner . Very instructional.

[@melissacunningham2181]

I just got my pistol license. I’m so glad I came across your page!! great explanation on how to grip gun!! Can’t wait to watch all your other videos! Thank you for making these videos!!

[@kayla295]

I've been wanting to get my own hand gun for self defense for a while now and just haven't gotten around to it. But a few days ago at a busy park we frequently go to someone took a picture of my 2 year old and ran off quickly while I was there alone and 7 months pregnant. This isn't the first time something like this has happened to me in my life and I'm not waiting anymore. Watching your videos help me feel more informed before I go out and practice shooting with my family. Thank you

[@Royden-yd1dt]

Simple yet very informative. Exactly what I needed. Now I know what I should be doing. Thank you!

[@1czechit1]

very practical advice. I will work on the 100% grip.

[@tcscorner3028]

Chris now's what he is talking about I bought his book I was in the army since I have been using Chris's info I have improved a 110 percent it has got rid of a lot of my bad technics I was doing listen to him and practice practice practice ty chris for helping me and my family become a better shooter

[@11bravo80]

Thank you for your service. What you did for your country will not be forgotten.

[@far-maracreshomesteadingan7777]

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome. Thanks Brother In Arms. The Front Sight Video Was Also Amazing. It Really Works. I'm 60 and it changed my whole way of shooting. Wish I was 18 again. Lol.

[@nightswatch9007]

Not to take away from any of the people who teaches how to grip a pistol, but this I have watched a lot! I mean a lot! Out of all of them this video is the best at explaining how one should grip the pistol properly.

[@bigsmok269]

Thank you! I'm gonna be a first time gun owner soon and I'm trying to get as much information as possible before.

[@bigsmok269]

@Rogue Standards lmao what are you 12? "I'm more likely to take the gun away from you" nice job trying to look cool on KZbin comments.

[@christophermercado5466]

THANK YOU!!! I couldn't figure why I keep hitting to the left center. Can't wait to try this now!!!

[@alvinb.3024]

Chris is spot on!!! A lot of this we taught on Paris Island but he explains it a lot better!!!

[@MarineReconinDe]

Excellent video!!!! Everyone who's about to purchase a sidearm should watch this. Gun shops won't take the time to explain some of this so non military personnel have no idea what they may be doing wrong and just get frustrated at the range and probably won't be confident with the sidearm.

[@ErikCroteau]

Great video. Alot of this hit home for me. I'm always shooting low and left. Definitely gonna work on my grip. Really enjoyed the video and gonna remember what you said next time I go to the range!

[@CoachMikeNow]

Thanks Chris: I was using a .32 Ibar (old). Recently bought a 9mm SCCY. What a difference first time in range. I'm hoping your grip teachings will help me today. Thanks again.

[@leospring6264]

Chris this is awesome instruction! I have been shooting a long time and still I've learned a lot from you. Thanks for posting, and Chris Thank You for your service! God Bless America!

[@ricknason9225]

I learned more from this short video than I have with anybody trying to assist a new shooter. God Bless and thank you.

[@glaz.stalina]

Finally. Now i can go to school. 🎉

[@pierrefrancoeur5824]

Chris, Really love the way you explain. Keep up good work

[@greghudson8263]

I know I had watched this video some time ago. Went to the range and had a bad session. Didn’t press it so I left and I looked up this video. Bingo! After watching again, I now know where I was having issues…my grip. Especially, my left hand. Thanks again for the info!

[@chappy4944]

Phenominal, Thank you for this wonderful instruction...My groups changed dramatically after studying this video and tweaking my mistakes, amazing disciplines.

[@timothynord8254]

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[@theinstantnoodle9628]

This gave me more confidence to handle firearms. Thank you for the tips and for your service to America.

[@simpleiowan3123]

His book says, “Highlight reels are the result of virtuosity in fundamentals.” Sage advice.

[@patriciamiller-schwartz6767]

Thank you for this video. I'm learning to shoot and was wonder where my hands are suppose to be. I'll be watching this video over and over.

[@YouthReachInc]

Well explained and not so exhaustive as to be frustrating. This is informative that is immediately actionable. Thank you Chris.

[@enricatriggs3463]

This was the best block of instruction I heard on pistol grip. I have been taught by academy instructors but for some reason this was more detail and thorough. Thank you!

[@ChrisSajnogs]

In 2009, I came home from a deployment and my oldest son, who was 3 or 4 at the time, wouldn’t eat for almost 2 weeks... Being a father I was obviously concerned, so I asked him about it and his answer really hit me hard… He said, “Dad, if I eat I’ll grow up and if I grow up I’ll become a daddy. And if I become a daddy, I’ll have to leave my family.” My boys barely knew who I was and I couldn’t let them grow up without a father... I realized at that moment my family needed me a lot more than the Navy needed another SEAL. So I put in for retirement the next day… Back then I knew I wanted to be with my family more than anything, so I made changes in my life that allowed me to be at home. We all want more time to spend with the people we love or doing the things we love. That’s why I’m here to help! That's why I am giving you my top 3 training videos (for FREE) to help you learn how you can stay at home, and save time and money while you improve your shooting! I really want you to watch them so you can see how it is helping thousands of people just like you! So click the link now and go see what all the fuss is about: snip.ly/lxwei1

[@FXSTCHIEF]

Chris, That is powerful...Glad to see you doing well. I am glad you had the ability to leave the Navy and spend more time with your kids. Our society needs more guys like you that put family first. God Bless Brother!

[@closer20jc]

That crushed me. Good for you. I hope you are enjoying your new life and more time with your family! I hope your son is eating better !! Be blessed

[@benbrooks5567]

Such a powerful story. Reminds me of my late neighbors kid who asked over and over when dad was coming home and that “they were not a family anymore”. Glad you made this choice and thanks for your service!

[@ronn773]

My boys (from my 2nd marriage) were born after my daughters were grown & left home. Some new boys in the neighborhood were over & commented about me being my son's grandfather. My son explained that I'm their father, not grandfather. The neighborhood boy froze, looked at me then my sons several times. Finally he asked, "Does he play with you?" For this child, & most likely many others, spending time & playing was obviously the most important quality. Thanks for your service & videos.

[@kotletmaker328]

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[@ernietaylorphdjd3496]

I last shot a pistol in Vietnam. I took up pistol shooting several years ago and didn’t get half the learning that I got from from you. Thanks for your teaching and service.

[@jacobharrod6912]

Chris you are so selfless! This video reinforces what I read in your book. I took the Glock 30 out to the range the other day, and because I've been practicing these techniques my shooting has improved a great deal and continues to improve daily. If I don't grip my Glock 30 tight enough the oscillation causes my support hand to hit the magazine release and eject the magazine. This was happening at the range the other day but since I meditated beforehand and was focused I quickly realized that I was reverting back to my old ways. I corrected the issue which was that I needed to grip the gun harder. Next thing you know the only thing happening was the reciprocation of the slide and shots being key holed. This is why I will always be a loyal follower and customer of Chris Sajnog!

[@ChristopherSajnog]

Thank you Mr. Cool! 👍

[@patrickc.mcevoy2065]

Mr. Cool WOW. Well said. I'll definitely be checking out more of his videos, because of your glowing recommendation. Thanx for the help.-PM.

[@jacobharrod6912]

Thank you! I know if you train right and apply these techniques properly you wont be dissapointed! Chris is the best! 🙂

[@fwood1231]

Great video Chris. Old guy here (68) with weak, developing arthritic hands. All you say here makes perfect sense for alignment and keeping on target. I am one of those shoot everything to the right guys (left hand shooter) and I think your explanation, and my practice is going to get rid of that. Your front sight focus video has already helped me immensely. Subscribed

[@ChrisSajnogs]

Awesome! Can I give you some advice? 1. Stop telling yourself you're old. 2. Stop saying you're weak. 3. Start telling yourself the story you want to live!

[@fwood1231]

Thanks for the advice; you're absolutely correct. Just a few days working on my hand strength and grip has already improved my group centering and reduced its size. Helped my confidence also. 👍🏻

[@richardkramer1094]

Excellent points Chris. A good check on the placement of your support hand, especially thumb placement, is natural sight alignment. A sidearm should be a natural extension of your body and once you can master grip placement the sights become irrelevant especially in close combat. The ability to put a bullet in a vital area that will neutralize the attacker should be as natural as walking. This also requires a sidearm that fits the shooter instead of the shooter adjusting to the sidearm. Great video!

[@benskiurgello3348]

thank you for the very basic pointers on how to properly handle a pistol. just bought my first hand gun today and cramming in all info in you tube to safely use a gun before hitting the range.

[@paulstukin245]

Got some range time in front of me, after enough dry fire practice, I can shoot MOA with just about any rifle, not so much with a pistol. This video helped!! Thanks!!

[@johnviera3884]

This guy has some good videos

[@Dohrann]

For the LIFE of me could not figure out what I was doing wrong pulling low left. The 1 handed grip to check which way it's pulling was my answer! Idk how many videos I've watched and tried to diagnose this but that simple trick did it for me, thank you so much! I wasn't wrapping my strong hand enough around the grip (Smaller backstrap helped too) and my dry-fire is straight as an arrow, can't wait to get out to the range :), sub earned

[@RS-cf5np]

You solved my issue! First let me say I am retired LEO with 20 years service, so I am not new to firearms. When I was employed we had to qualify every 3 months. Now I only have to qualify once a year under the Law Enforcement Safety Act for retired LEOs. I never had issues. In the last year or so, I began noticing I was shooting low left of center mass. Perhaps it has to do with the small concealable handgun I now use. After, watching your video re-educating myself, I realized it was a trigger-finger placement issue. I went to the range today. You hit the nail on the head! I readjusted my trigger-finger and there it was...I was hitting center mass, again! Thanks for the great information!

[@cyberzero2010]

I was in military academy when I was much younger these are the very same techniques taught. Noodle wrist is a nickname I didn't get or ever wanted... Felt like I was back in class great video +Subscribed

[@k.k8791]

What i do If I'm a left handed 😑

[@WasabiWei]

@@k.k8791 Same thing, just from the other side.

[@k.k8791]

@@WasabiWei interesting 🤔

[@tcscorner3028]

Everything he is saying is spot on I’ve been shooting for over twenty years after doing all his videos shooting ten fold better.thank Chris God Bless Be Safe

[@1959jimbob]

Excellent instruction Chris, I know one helluva lot of Law Enforcement Agencies that would benefit from just this one video.

[@communityprepper6153]

Spot on. I've been a pistol instructor since 2020. This video should be watched by all new shooters (and some "advanced")

[@tjnaevans]

Thanks you for these videos I am a first time gun owner and safety is my first concern. You instill confidence in me with your instruction and calm manner. Also ..Thanks you for your service as well Subscribed, liked and looking forward to more !

[@superyouper]

The best video on the proper shooting technique that I've seen. Thank you for your service.

[@markasteelsr.5990]

Your advice is helping me tremendously! I will do the grip exercises and when I finally make it to go shooting, keeping in mind your sage advice.

[@campsitez2355]

just think of what replacing your glock with a real target pistol would do....

[@thaddeushoffman1954]

Told me exactly what i was doing wrong, got some work to do next tuesday!!

[@carlosescobar2170]

You are awesome!! I learn from understanding and your explanation of the mechanics and physics of why goes on makes so much sense to me that when I put it into practice it’s almost second nature!! Keep these videos coming !! I’ll be supporting you for sure!!

[@johnvillamil3138]

Very informative and useful. I am retired L.E. and this helped me. Thank you sir.

[@Great_America]

Excellent video. Chris, thanks for the simple to understand instructions, and thank you for your service 🇺🇸

[@skywalker39100]

Great Video! Proper Grip!

[@19LondBuch72]

Great lesson and would also appreciate some tips on gripping revolvers - some of us old timers still shoot "wheel guns" too !

[@Nananki]

As a new shooter focusing on proper grip is the biggest difference maker in my accuracy at the range.

[@queenafrikarenplazdohtifaw6088]

This is very informative... Thanks!

[@Bilbi111]

Thanks, best one, very clear, many things my instructor didn't teach me in real training.

[@dushawn86ify]

I have been watching alot of vids beeni g a first time gun owner and this one by far has been the most useful so thank you sir

[@darianterrell9528]

This has been about the best video I've watched ! I'm a little guy 5'6 140lbs and have kid sized hands, so it's been hard to find a good grip even on a 9mm. So many guns I'd love to shoot but can't because I can't reach the trigger. The part about the grip tilting the direction of the gun really helped me realize why I'm feeling the recoil on a small gun like my sccy cpx2. Lining up my index fingers and being able to squeeze without it changing the direction of my gun will really help in the range. I have such a good eye on lining up my sights but my lack of good grip ruins it. And not having my arm lined up with the frame ruins it too. So glad I watched this video! I'm only 26 and just barley got my gun rights back 7 years after being charged with 2 felonies. I have had no professional training. Other than practice in a in door range. This will help me practice good habits thank you! Any tips on smaller grip guns that are easy grip for someone with small hands? This sccy cpx2 grip is way too wide. Makes squeezing the trigger with a good grip almost impossible haha. I'm thinking of getting a few different types of 22 and 380 pistols try shooting them and see which fits me better.

[@BlackWidowRazors]

Thank you so much. Can’t wait to hit the range and make those adjustments. Stay blessed my dude.

[@danielforrester8078]

Chris I bought and have read your book and practice the grip and stance 15 minutes per day, recently I was facing one of our large mirrors and noticed that the gun tilts alittle to left. Probably from a severally broken wrist when I was younger, seeing in the mirror has allowed me to adjust. Great videos as well.

[@kentholmes3648]

Good video Chris! Thank you for your service to our country!!

[@catlady715]

HI....thanks for this video. I haven't used a pistol in years but about to buy one for self defense. I forgot proper grip technique but this video explains it clearly and will watch again & practice once I purchase my pistol.