Ralph Lee asked 2 years ago
How are you supposed to hold a Glock?

5 Answers
Lewis Staff answered 2 years ago

There are three common ways to hold a Glock handgun:

  • the cupped handgrip
  • the precision grip
  • the support-hand-only grip

The cupped handgrip is the most commonly used grip for shooting a Glock. To do this, you will cup your strong-side hand around the backstrap of the gun, and place your trigger finger along the side of the gun. You will then place your weak-side hand underneath your strong-side hand, and squeeze both hands together for better control.

The precision grip is often used by competitive shooters and law enforcement personnel. To do this grip, you will again place your strong-side hand on the backstrap of the gun, but you will extend your trigger finger along the side of the gun. However, instead of placing your weak-side hand underneath your strong-side hand, you will place it over the top and hold it tightly against the strong-side hand.

The support-hand-only grip is not as common as the other two grips, but it can be useful in certain situations. To do this grip, you will hold the gun in your strong-side hand and use your weak-side hand to support the gun from underneath. This can be helpful if you need to use your strong-side hand for other tasks, such as opening a door or using a flashlight.

Cruz Staff answered 2 years ago
Assuming you are referring to the Glock 17, here is how to properly hold it:

  1. First, make sure that the gun is unloaded.
  2. Then, extend your shooting arm straight out in front of you and grab the pistol grip with your dominant hand. Place your other hand underneath the barrel, wrap your fingers around the front of the trigger guard, and rest your thumb on top of the slide release.
  3. When you’re ready to shoot, gently depress the trigger with your index finger while keeping your other fingers straight.

Olson Staff answered 2 years ago

There is no one “correct” way to hold a Glock handgun, although there are certainly some ways that are more effective than others. The best grip is the one that allows you to control the gun safely and accurately.

For a right-handed shooter, this generally means holding the gun in the dominant hand with the fingers wrapped around the grip and trigger and supporting it with the weak hand. The strong hand should be positioned high on the backstrap of the gun, with the thumb pointing down towards the magazine release. The weak hand should be positioned lower on the grip, or even wrapped around the strong hand to add additional support.

One important thing to keep in mind is that you should never wrap your finger around the trigger until you are ready to fire. Doing so could result in an accidental discharge if the gun is bumped or jarred.

Ivan Staff answered 2 years ago
Many people are familiar with the popular handgun, the Glock. The Glock is a semi-automatic pistol that is chambered for many different calibers of ammunition. It is lightweight, durable, and has a large magazine capacity, making it a popular choice for many people. There are many tutorials on how to correctly hold and shoot a Glock, but here are some basics to get you started.
When holding a Glock, you should grip the pistol in your strong hand with your fingers wrapped around the front strap. Place your trigger finger along the side of the frame and position your thumb on top of the slide release. Your other hand should be placed high on the back strap so that you can apply downward pressure to offset any recoil.
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Jordan Staff answered 2 years ago
Proper grip is key when handling any firearm, but it is of particular importance when firing a Glock. The Glock’s teardrop-shaped slide creates a natural obtainable grip that allows for proper trigger finger placement along with the firearm’s frame. According to the book Tactics and Technique for SWAT, there are four basic shooting stances:

  • two-handed weakened side
  • two-handed strong side
  • one-handed strong side
  • one-handed weak side

Out of these shooting stances, the two-handed strong side stance is the most recommended for use with a Glock. This stance provides more control over the firearm as well as stability when firing. To assume this shooting stance, extend your strong hand out towards the target while keeping your weak hand at your side. Next, raise your weak hand and place it underneath your strong hand, making sure that your fingers are interlocked. Finally, bring the firearm up to eye level and align the sights with your target.
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