Every American has a right to defend themself and guns allow you to do this effectively. According to a recent Pew Research Center Survey, about 40% of U.S. adults live in a household with a gun. Whether you're hunting, exercising self-defense, or practicing competitive shooting, firearms are your best bet to hit your target while maintaining a safe distance. To do this, however, you'll need to know which firearm grips best allow you to hold your gun and manage recoil. Let's discuss a few options for gripping your gun.

1. The Two-Handed Grip

The best way to hold your gun using the two-handed grip is to have your thumbs lie side-by-side with each other. Crossing your thumbs or holding your gun in a teacup grip gives you very little room to manage the mass of the gun. When you take a shot with this grip, your thumb feels the recoil and this could result in possible injury. In the two-handed grip, ensure you use the side-to-side thumb method and wrap your fingers around the grip of the pistol. Rest your index finger along the opposite side of the gun frame. Gripping your gun this way can help you better manage recoil.

2. The One-Handed Grip

This grip might be a little more difficult compared to the two-handed grip. To manage recoil in this grip method, ensure you distribute the force of your dominant hand as securely as possible. Hold the grip of the gun as firmly and distribute your fingers as you would in the two-handed grip. Only seasoned individuals should consider this option.

3. The Front-to-Rear Grip

The front-to-rear grip allows you to apply as much pressure as possible to the front and rear parts of the gun, giving your thumb room to move freely. Ensure you maximize leverage on your firearm by getting as high up on the back strap as possible with your firing side hand. This would give you more control over the part of the gun that goes back and forth whenever you fire a shot, allowing you to better manage recoil. If you're using the one-handed grip, this would give you better stability. Place the palm of your supporting arm in the gap left on the firearm after placing the rest of your fingers correctly. This closes every room for energy leakage which could be a major contributor to recoil.

With these firearm grip techniques, you'll be able to better manage recoil from your firearm and shoot better. If you're looking to upgrade your firearm's grip or add to your collection, contact Jacobson's Gun Center. Our experts will help you find the best available options.