The Proper Way To Hold a Handgun

[@georgeworkman4464]

I have been in law enforcement for over 30 years. I have qualified many, many times. I have never had such a thorough explanation of how to grip a gun. I think this will improve my groups. I see some things that I am doing wrong. Thank you so much.

[@xmachine7003]

Look at that. An old dog learning new tricks. Outstanding!!!

[@Spaghetti332]

Thank u for ur service

[@coffee8814]

@@generallobster you also have to consider that in order to want to be a cop a lot of the time you have to want to have a gun hobby, so at least we have some home trainers, but for real, those guys should be drilling just about every day

[@susantodd7169]

Thank you for this very useful video. I feel like I am going to do better now.

[@Meaty_taco]

@@GunsNGames248 pls get out… police departments do not have to funds to train to your standards.

[@chiefkikyerass7188]

I've been shooting damn near 40 yrs...watched 8 yrs of KZbin channels..focusing on GRIP..and shooting consistency..and I have to truly say ..your instruction on GRIP..is the best damn explanation and techniques I've ever heard..thank you

[@davecorley8680]

Mike, many years ago I taught college math and physics. You are a great teacher. Your ability to communicate the mental and sensory image of a good grip, how to practice it and improve your chances of replicating that under duress is amazing. Thank you for what you do.

[@badboy1028]

Green beret it's what they do

[@beastineden]

“I just learned from Raul today...”. This statement right here is why Mike and the crew have my business in 2020 and beyond. Instructors who continue to learn from each other and others are few and far apart.

[@xmachine7003]

Didn't arrive. Journey to destination. Learn till you die.

[@mdlc1439]

What services do does Mike offer? I am new to hand guns and found him best in class online so far.

[@beastineden]

Mike Delacruz what services don’t they offer? Go to their website and choose. If I were you I would look for a handgun fundamentals class near you, for a start.

[@MahoneyBadger]

In martial arts we call this keeping a white belt mentality, but yes, most great teachers are eternal students.

[@nellanddudley]

Absolutely the most valuable "class" on grip ever. I'll be watching this repeatedly. Thank you!!!!

[@mathewmcdonald3657]

Agree, I just bought a new pistol and am trying to get used to it. This is perfect.

[@mr_mel]

Mathew Mcdonald congrats, the information explained in this video was presented well, practice & I’m sure you’ll be good

[@jasonspears8205]

AGREED!

[@XanVicious]

This guy is no joke, I started gripping this same way accidentally loi. I saw a donut vid with a custom 1911 or glock and it had a little thumb shield thing on it to place it for optimal comfort, and i was like huh? seems like a good way to grip. Tried it and it was amazing, I never realized I always had the wrong grip. Now I see this and I feel a little proud for absorbing knowledge this valuable randomly, we really don't stop learning.

[@mostlyharmless4965]

Mike, I am a veteran Sheriffs detective in a large border town in Texas, working the gang problem. The pistol is, of course, our primary firearm in this role. While I have been using a very similar grip as you’ve so beautifully described for many years, I’ve learned much from you in a mere 30 minute video. Moreover, I will now be able to explain better to my favorite recreational shooting partner how to apply a proper grip to a handgun for combative purposes. This partner is my college age son who wants to join a federal law enforcement agency. Thank you, sir.

[@steveclevenger4257]

As someone with less experience, having spent hours looking at basics and safety.. This is hands down the best fundamental video, free of ego, free of insult, and stocked full of quality, relatable and repeatable details. Thank you Mike for giving me a solid ROI on my 30 minutes watching this video. I will watch it several times to get the muscle memory needed. Stay safe and healthy sir!

[@ethancarey3050]

Mike has the gift of communication. He articulates what matters and why in a very intelligent and easy to understand the why behind the method. Quality content! Keep it Mr. Glover.

[@snicklefritzd3612]

I like how you compartmentalize the steps to a good grip, to make it repeatable and diagnosable.

[@Burt_Cokaine]

Diagnosable is exactly the word he was looking for early in the video🖒

[@ericfleming5522]

Even if I'd never fired a handgun before in my life, and never had any intention of doing so in the future, I think I'd probably still watch this just because it's always soothing to watch an expert nerd out about the minute details that go into being excellent at his craft. Thanks for demystifying this so thoroughly.

[@chewminem2044]

Practice on a banana. It’s almost the same feeling!

[@independentthoughtsnotthot9030]

@@chewminem2044 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ColtCommander45]

So simple, so straight forward. I've never thought of the "pointing the thumb" concept, but I really like it.

[@MikeGloverActual]

Thank you

[@xmachine7003]

@@MikeGloverActual you are an excellent teacher SGM.

[@JustKnowz]

That was the mind blower!!! The thumb and that left elbow slightly raised (if you're a righty)

[@craigmoore5394]

Complete beginner here. I’ve shot a pistol once. I appreciate the clarity of the steps. It has helped me visualize what I need to do as I build a solid foundation. Thank you Mike.

[@invictusbp1prop143]

Learning from videos like this is great but there’s no substitute for one on one instruction from a legit instructor. Nobody can critique their own fundamentals as well as a trained and experienced instructor. Only problem is that doctrine varies from one to another and some may try to “correct you” to their ways of thinking. Especially those who may be more ego driven and usually less accomplished as instructors.

[@mjb4535]

I have watched a ton of videos on this topic and practiced what I learned. I think this is by far the best. Basing the principles off of "diagnosable" criteria is so simple it's brilliant. Thanks Mike.

[@michaelelliott1467]

Absolutely!

[@michaelelliott1467]

#Americancontigency

[@christishusbandakastan7618]

I watched this video twice, practicing with my a M&P 40. I went out to the range today with a friend to practice what I’ve learned. We both tightened up our group tremendously, 40-50%. Our grip before totally sucked. Teacup I unfortunately learned from my dad. Thanks, Mike for making that happen. I look forward to learning more.

[@jasonOfTheHills]

Have been to several classes at this point with instructors standing right next to me giving me real-time feedback. Yet, I feel that this video has been just as much, if not more valuable. Just a great, great teacher.

[@sneakychopsticks17]

Crazy how little I knew about gripping a firearm when I questioned the need for a 30 minute video. Very thorough video, and much appreciated.

[@bobbyraejohnson]

Well he's wrong at least some what wrong a hammer isn't trying to jump out of your hand like a gun so you'll be gripping harder on a pistol. It's hard to keep dexterity and make sure you have a good grip.

[@hulltacemergencymeddr.hull4370]

When you Learn from Mike Glover and/or Tu Lam, you are Learning from the Best. Two guys who have gone through Training / Learning at the highest levels of our CIF and now are passing it on. Shooting, Tactics, Combat is like Emergency Medicine, ALFTB (Always Learn From The Best)‼️

[@watchinyou2716]

🏴‍☠️🗻🇺🇸👉WWG1WGA ❤🌊🇺🇸

[@alfaivre2990]

As a new shooter I want to say thank you for giving me a solid set of fundamentals to work on in a way that I can actually measure and understand. Its very much appreciated, thank you sir

[@erickm176]

I was in the Marine Corps from 2003 to 2007. I learned how to fire and care for the M16 and M4 platforms really well. But shooting a pistol is not something I trained for while in. Thank you Mike for all that you have done and all that you do. This video was extremely informative and helpful. Thank you!

[@goldenrakelawncare6564]

This comment is so true! I've shot the M4 a million times but I don't know shit about handguns. I literally qualified on the M9 one time in my 5 years in.

[@archieblanco2399]

I brought this up, with another brother in arms I served with. We were combat arms (artillery) and I’ve used a plethora of weapon systems, however hand guns, are a different story. They are foreign to me, and I’m slightly intimidated by them.

[@Mr-Eleven]

Rah. 2014-2017 for me. Ar style is no problem but I suffer with my handgun

[@Redhood4545]

I Love this guy! I seen his interview with Shawn Ryan they did contract work together for the CIA he is definitely the real deal and I have the upmost respect for him and his service to our country!

[@alexanderhassiukgesser4385]

As shooting instructor myself I enjoyed watching your video. I always say that no mater how well I think I am educated, there no wrong in listening to other professionals. Thank you.

[@ryans7775]

When I was younger I was fortunate to have had the chance to attend numerous training classes taught by a wide variety of instructors. Now, I say that for one reason and one reason only, that was by far the absolute best video on grip I've personally ever seen. This video should be shown at every "basic handgun" class as well as every CCW class. Awesome inform Mike.

[@horsefingerandthetaintwrig8039]

Any wisdom from the master is golden. Thanks Sensei Mike!

[@deannaheath1779]

It’s been years since I held a gun and I’m getting back into target practicing. This video was amazing! Thank you 💜

[@chefwilllaw]

I’m a New Yorker and since the laws are so draconian it limits the time I’m able to travel to friendly states snd use a pistol so I really appreciate your videos to give me some idea of safety and basics. Can’t wait to move to more friendly county! Hope you do a class in upstate NY one day!

[@bghvid]

I almost skipped by your video because I can't count how many videos I have seen on grip. Very glad I stayed and watched....this vid has new info for me and something to work on to get even better....thanks.

[@dambigfoot6844]

When I was new to shooting I would basically grip the gun with the same hand I was pulling the trigger with and my left hand would just be there dead fishing it. Ever since I heard the advice from Lenny Magill of your firm grip should be the opposite hand you pull the trigger with, my grouping and rate of fire has improved exponentially. I complained about Glock sights and bought a brand new gun before researching what I was doing wrong. Now I know that I was tugging the trigger so that my groups would be to the left even while taking 10 seconds to shoot and swearing I was right on target.

[@genealley9794]

Without a doubt, I found your teaching the easiest to understand of anyone on YT. I used to do a lot of shooting when I was younger, but using Revolvers. Pistols are different. I just recently bought a Glock 19X, but haven't had an opportunity to live fire. Ammo is scarce & I have a standing order of 500 rounds due to ship mid-March. Meanwhile, I'll do Dry fire drills, until my ammo arrives. Thanks for sharing this info!

[@bukovacremodel2204]

I have been gripping wrong! Thanks for changing the trajectory of my shooting skills! Thanks Mike

[@ericsmith2961]

The explanation of each step was awesome and the additional info, fantastic. I didn’t know someone could be so detailed about holding a gun. I watched a KZbin video a while back and have been trying to find it. I guy was speaking and a woman demonstrating. Don’t need to find or watch that one, your video does it for me. I am preparing to buy a handgun and I already have a concealed carry license. Just watching as many videos as I can. I also plan to take more courses. I served in the Army. Great job.

[@Bummer873]

This is awesome. I was wondering how I'm going to improve if I don't know from the start what "right" is. That way is trial and error with minimal gain. This way is methodical and straight forward. I'll be using this for sure. Thank you!

[@Suelo82]

Occam's Razor. I've watched a portion of this video before and turned it off because, "I already know how to hold and shoot a pistol properly." I shoot often and consider myself to be an above average shooter but am never satisfied because of inconsistencies that occur not because of my firearm but because of my grip; new trigger, new sights, stippling, match barrel, etc, etc, etc. It improved my groups some but the same inconsistency here and there never went away. I always thought it was because of improper or inconsistent trigger pull but no adjustment ever fixed the problem. This popped back up on my recommended videos and I noticed I never finished it so I started it back and watched the whole thing. I figured out that my problem was two things, one, gripping too tight with my dominant hand and, two, improper bend/support with my left elbow. Long story short, you never know it all and you can always improve. Going back to the basics is often the simplest and most direct solution to a lot of problems.

[@thesteve0345]

First time watcher, this is awesome stuff! Started shooting handguns about 3 years ago and of all the training that I've had this is some of the best explanation on pistol grip that I've seen thanks for this.

[@searchingforaway8494]

WOW!! That was by far one of if not THE best explanatory videos I have seen!!! Great trainer, no doubt!!! Thank you

[@JoseHernandez-xm7si]

This is the best handgun grip video I have found. This helped improve my targeting. The grip does feel weird at the beginning because it is an unusual position for my body, but you have to get used to holding the weapon properly. This leads to better accuracy when shooting. Better grip and better support provide better control.

[@bilasgiri5432]

I have watched and listen so many videos about pistol gripping but not so much clear,comprehensive and all elements without remaining anything. A lot of thanks.

[@paranorm1]

Mike: former SF operator here; love your tutorials and it takes me back to the days I wont ever forget. Keep on educating and fire true. HUA

[@steveestill5427]

Mike, I'm an old guy who learned more from this presentation than I have during a day long class. Love your teaching techniques. Keep doing what you're doing, Man!

[@EverythingTrout]

Love information you're giving out to us man... I really appreciate everything you're doing.

[@johndunbar2393]

"Diagnostical", my first thought "is that even a word", Mike, "is that even a word". Thanks for your info, you share with us Sir. It really helps. Have a good weekend!

[@Doc_Cyco5150]

Simple Life if you understood it........ it’s a word

[@eugenerios6756]

@@Doc_Cyco5150 Its a word now lol

[@stevengrumley-uo8je]

Thanks Mike. Simple, repeatable, fundamental. Outstanding.

[@LocdBroker]

Subscribed. I’ve watched other vids and nothing I’ve seen personally is as detailed as this one... Going to practice now...

[@mdlc1439]

Me too

[@jec2137]

I'm not a regular hand gun shooter. I respond well to your explanation. This technique is what I've been looking for of how to grip a hand gun. My techniques of handling tools, golf, rifle, archery and life has always followed your teaching style. Sometimes I get no response from others when I explain how I do things. Sometimes it hold me back explaining things cause people think I'm to annal of how I think. Thanks for helping me reinforcing my way of thinking.

[@cherrimcgill1356]

Sitting in my kitchen on a footstool with my coffee and doing THREAT THREAT THREAT. Getting ready to share this video!!

[@zeillion]

Us "new guys" really really really REALLY, appreciate the good teachers/instructors. Your passion and will to have me understand this is mesmerizing. I'll have to watch this video 5 times just to be sure I've absorbed half the information. Not because I can't understand it, but because I don't want to miss a nuance. Subscribed.

[@xmachine7003]

He is thorough because you "Need" to know this. Watch it 100 times. Go practice.

[@poundcake88]

Thanks Mike!! I am left handed and this helped a lot with my grip. My first pistol is a glock 43 and it feels good in my small hands. I can definitely work on the drills you provide. My new pistol is a full size cz 75 sp01 and first time on the range a had a few jams because I didn't have a good grip. I will practice your drills on it too. I carry the glock and feeling more confident because praticing with the cz is making my wrists stronger.

[@edwardjdeaton]

This is the best ABC,123 Grip instructions I’ve ever seen. I love that you can troubleshoot it easily. Excellent thank you.

[@t.c.2527]

Mike that is a great lesson on the grip. I always like to hear you explain how its suppose to work you always make it so simple but effective....thanks man and stay safe out there 👍🇺🇸

[@Constipatedoverlord]

Ive never even thought about like 80% of the things gone over in this video. Thinking about it all know, it all makes perfect sense. Great advice.

[@TheStupidestBitch]

I started this unsure if I wanted to spend 30 minutes on one video. Glad I did.

[@CellOperator]

This is the third with him that I’ve watched. Well worth it and you barely realize you watched them for a half hour.

[@rusty_shakleford3395]

Very Very informative. I've had guns over my 46 years of life but I've never really learned a proper grip. Recently I've purchased a firearm online and want to grip it right to mitigate recoil so I came to the guy I knew could teach me a proper grip and I'm so glad I did. Thank you for making this video. Very impressed. Thank you again.

[@joejones3885]

Thank you sir for the amazing service ..definitely a great class 👏I am so grateful for your help keep up the awesome videos..and stay safe sir..

[@bigmike716]

I have changed my grip because of this video. My accuracy has improved ten fold! Thanks Mike!!! I had to come back to this video and tell you thanks... Most valuable training I've ever been given.

[@modeltrucksllc9702]

My father taught me the same thing - Never trust a man who won't look you in the eye & doesn't have a firm handshake. Wise words.

[@Stoicexpression]

Is some culture making eye contact and firm handshake can be act as agression

[@SkeezyFPV]

@@Stoicexpression in American culture we look people in the eye and give a firm handshake. Yeah it is aggressive; that's what manhood is about. Every encounter is initially about sizing each other up regardless of the situation. Experience guides it the rest of the way: such as 'this is a person I may be able to trust', 'this is a complete shitbag and I need to keep eyes on him'. Obviously when in other countries you might adhere to the local culture or you may choose to be full 'murica. Personally, I'm gonna give a good handshake no matter where the hell i am. Just don't shake with your left hand and you're golden.

[@HSKFabrications]

@@Stoicexpression Did that culture land men on the moon?

[@Stoicexpression]

@@HSKFabrications no but neither did U.S

[@HSKFabrications]

@@Stoicexpression Yeah, we did. You can literally see the LEM on the surface with a telescope. It's ok, nobody's perfect.

[@ads06.1]

Thank you so much for sharing this, Sir. I've never seen a detailed breakdown and explanation like this before, and I wish that I had watched this before I joined the military, as so many of my challenges and errors could have been overcome and reduced, if not eliminated. I am thankful to watch it now and am sharing it with my family and friends. Many blessings to you and your's.

[@skychuter]

Another awesome lesson from a former "Pinelander" good stuff SGM!

[@mitchjohnson9240]

This completely makes sense. I thought my grip was pretty good, but now see how it is not quite right. Thanks for breaking this down! Good stuff!

[@TheHunterA3]

Serious question about the thumbs forward grip technique. I know the video suggests keeping your shooting hand thumb pressed down on your support hand, but how do you ensure that you won't have the slide rake across the back of your thumb when it cycles? I've seen a lot of former operators post videos on this particular technique, but none addressed that portion of it. Thanks

[@JohnLee-jk5ew]

Chris Nichols I had the same question and hope to get an answer!! I’m not 100% sure what to do with my support thumb during firing either! Ride the slide, can I keep it on a small frame and not on large slide? Please reply if you get any new info and I’ll do the same!

[@TmissinglinkC]

you shooting thumb should rest gently at the base of the support thumb.

[@ATDavis]

@Mike Glover Actual this is by far the best explanation on proper grip I’ve come across. Thanks for the details on how to properly grip a firearm.

[@brotherzeke8002]

If you want to learn, learn as a child. Even when you're an Old Dog. Stay young in heart & soul.

[@timothyperry7760]

Mike I want to thank you for the very detailed and 100% complete theory and explanation of why and how to become better from the start of just starting with the grip. I will repeat this how to, not once not twice but every day to get it right. Much repedt Tim P

[@joshstepp4845]

I never realized how bad my grip was. I'll be watching this a few more times im sure

[@MikeG.666]

My CCW instructor told me about you, he said when you talk, he listens. Said he met you once as well. Subscribed today 👍

[@jackncoke171]

30 dislikes? Damn some people don't even know how to grip the mouse right

[@austinmyrick]

Haha good one

[@sloanevonwertz607]

This was VERY informative! Thank you for being thorough in your explanation.

[@gravydogg1]

Who the hell thumbs down any of his videos?

[@peady64]

Morons who need to take one of his classes. Probably holds their handgun in the "Westside" side grip

[@Andrew85or]

Probably one of those limp wristed folks lol.

[@BlindsideEnt]

@gravydogg1 I was just going to post the same thing. Nothing wrong with this video. A little advanced for free material. 😉

[@Psyberdream]

Figs

[@wolfman2342]

I am a former Kurdish SF CTG trained all my life with USSF and did tones of missions in Neineva joint Ops this is some of the best content I have ever come across best detailed and explained keep it up brother.

[@scooner67]

new gun owner...the intense insanity of the world is forcing me to learn all I can about how to operate a weapon system...

[@MrKimberr]

Welcome to the down and dirty world. I'm glad you are seeking knowledge and advice from experts.

[@davidelkins9894]

You have come to the right place. 👍

[@scooner67]

@@MrKimberr Having a family I love is THE motivating factor. So much to learn. One step at a time.

[@scooner67]

@@davidelkins9894 So true. When I go to the range I always review some of the basics from Mike's instructional videos. He's coming to Washington for a meetup, but it's sold out. Wish I could go...several classes are going to held.

[@ryanday9737]

Some advice...take or leave it.... 1. Dry fire practice at least 5x more than rounds you shoot. 2. Practice with purpose. 3. If you are totally new, pay for some good training, it's worth it. 4. Guns, gear and being able to shoot are the small part of defense. Spend time and money developing situational awareness, mindset, shoot/dont shoot, self defense law, tactics. Just being able to shoot won't likely be enough. Thankfully, there are tons of videos and tons of people training these days!

[@waynemills7899]

Finally, someone explains proper pistol grip. I have seen many on KZbin "explain" how to hold your gun. Most allow way too much to interpretation. Some are downright bewildering (ie: "don't grip your handgun tightly, just press on the sides of the grip until you start shaking" huh??) Your instructions are easy to understand and easy to follow. Thank you!

[@celticanglotx313]

Oh, he refered to his other hand as his other strong hand.

[@FMD023]

For a beginner this is a lot of information to download. For the more intermediate, this makes a lot of sense or for someone who hasn’t shot in a while. Going back to the basic fundamentals is always good. Hand gun shooting is a highly highly perishable skill. I haven’t shot in almost 2 years and before that i was going to the range every other week. I’m glad that i know all the basic fundamentals of shooting a gun. Best advice i can give is learn to shoot with both eyes open! It’s so tempting to close one and shoot. I call it my $1000 lesson because i bought over 500 rounds to relearn just to shoot with both eyes open.

[@Dwilson1282]

God that tri-11 costs more than I could spend on guns and training in a whole year lol

[@hrdrainfalls]

Still want one though. I'll take training with Mike first. Then I'll sort out the Triarc.

[@damienwest653]

Served in the Marines, but never really used pistols before. This video has helped for sure. Humbled me even

[@jakedickey8937]

Diagnostical AF. Excellent breakdown, easy to “get” & immediately useful.

[@dp91c]

This is what I miss about instruction in the military. All your questions get answered during the instruction. Not just the basic questions but random miniscule implementation questions are also addressed and demonstrated in a practical manner. Thanks for the no fluff, quality content.

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

I used to teach this too and I noticed a lot of people would grip the gun with their strong hand and have it torqued wrong and not aligned with their arm. It should be straight back if you drew a line down the barrel and continued to your arm it should be a straight line. The other thing was people don't grip the gun with their strong hand high up on the grip as far as possible which keeps the muzzle from flipping up in the air so much.. Also, people grip and put too much pressure on the sides of the grip instead of front and back.. This causes torque and strings of bullets going left and right.. Great video sir. I love your stuff.. Thanks so much man.. PS. I love me a 1911 and a Revolver! 😛 I'm 61 and old school though! 😛

[@todtalk3912]

That was the most helpful video I've ever seen on grip. Thank you so much. I can't wait to not only use this, but also, teach others. I do work in a sector that has glock 45's. When we were taught, we use the same motions, however, I was never taught how to use my left arm properly. This just literally clicked for me the 1st time I saw how you moved ur left hand. Also, I never kept my right thumb high. I had basically a mismatched thumb hold until now. I honestly can't wait till the next range day.

[@jayfrancis3]

Great technique. You make it easier to understand, without being too technical. My wife is a beginner and grasped the concept fairly fast. Outstanding work, thank you very much.

[@eugened8746]

I'm about to purchase my 1st pistol. I want to make sure I do everything correctly. This video has been super informative. Thank you!

[@caseyc4516]

As someone who has never seen anyone famous that I would care to meet,I would love to just quitely sit and listen to mike talk

[@krishall3187]

Prolly the best pistol grip on u tube I've seen. Well done sir!

[@FrancoShoots]

I knew most of the grip techniques, but you filled lots of gaps. Thank you. I particularly like the 5 steps and the diagnostical (not a word, but it exists now) part.

[@davidwithers7181]

best grip video i've seen and I think I've watched them all.... Humble marksmen I thought was good,,,, but this helped sooooo much. Even showed to my marine son who couldn't shoot a pistol for squat he loved it.

[@David-wc7lx]

Mr Glover, Awesome video! I'm 60 with prosthetic knees. My days of running in to provide life saving intervention are over. That is why I value the ability to send life saving energy into a situation with accuracy. That is the value I am convinced you add. That value is priceless. Thank you!

[@ernestb6852]

Awesome concise info presented without overwhelming the viewer. Thanks!

[@Meaty_taco]

The best grip instructions I have seen by far. And I’ve seen a lot. Thanks a lot brother. I will apply these fundamentals on my next range trip.

[@sanfordlavine1760]

Mike, this is the best presentation of how to grip a handgun I’ve seen. I’ve been a shooter for many years and your video has driven me back to correct my grip. Thank you.

[@yellowmanusa]

Something about Mike that makes his comms very clear and easy to understand. He goes slow, reiterates special points, and is very authentic. Revisiting the fundamentals with Mike was much needed. Been off the gun too long. Hittin' the range SOON. Thx Mike!

[@JosephMartin-xw3wh]

Wow I’m 40 n been shooting handgun since age 6 n have continued , I have learned more about grip from this then in last 19years since Iv been EDC . Thank you

[@veinspect]

Thank you sir for your service and for your channel. The depth of your knowledge and explanation is amazing. Thank you for sharing your passion with all of us!

[@DanielChavez-zg6iq]

This is a great presentation. I will use some of these technics when I am teaching my students

[@TJC1315]

By far the best video I've seen on gripping a firearm properly. Very thorough and extremely helpful. Will definitely be watching this again and practicing. Thank you!!

[@bryancrowder6956]

Thanks Mike for making a fantastic video that gives pratical, useable information. I've been shooting guns for 40 years and this is the best explanation of how and why to hold a hand gun I've ever heard. I'm sending this video to all my kids and all my friends.

[@michaelfeeney4550]

Yes. Very detailed with a lot of explanation - thank you. New shooter trying to get a nice feel for shooting and grip is so important.

[@cryptocleigh2172]

Always good for a civilian to review grip again and again, especially from one of the best soldiers to ever walk the earth. THANK YOU!

[@davidmorales7371]

I've seen a lot of these videos over the years and this is by far the best one I've seen. Things are explained well but still stupid simple.

[@michaelchurgin7027]

Everyone starting out on pistols should watch this video, it helped me control recoil greatly, even after shooting pistols for years. Good stuff Mike!

[@mdotto8707]

Thank you Mike! Pointing the support thumb at the target and adapting that technique to properly grip the gun is great! I learned the proper way to grip a handgun years ago but I've struggled at trying to teach people to keep that support thumb flat against the frame. It always starts out there and then with each shot ends up usually against the slide. Pointing the thumb at the target is a great way for a student to remember where that thumb should be as it relates to proper firearm grip. Great content as always! Thank you for your Service and for all you do!

[@TheCoolwhipped]

This is by far the best explanation of gripping a handgun I've ever heard. I was always taught "squeeze rearward with the dominant, horizontal with the support" which never really made sense because I never knew exactly how to squeeze it horizontally without losing my grip throughout the shot sequence. Simply saying "your support thumb shouldn't leave the frame when it recoils" just made that light bulb go off as to where and how to apply pressure.

[@mdlc1439]

Must watch, new to pistol shooting and must say, best instruction yet on on You Tube! Well done and and can’t wait to try it out.