Finger Position on a G17 Trigger

[richardoldfield]

I am wondering if my problems with my Glock 17 (G17) accuracy are not caused, by the way my index finger is applying pressure to the trigger. We all know that I shoot single action 1911A1s more than any other pistol. I shoot the 1911A1s using the pad of my trigger finger. When I shot the G17, I also used the pad of my trigger finger. I am wondering if I should not be using the area closed to the distal joint. The distal joint is the joint closest to the fingertip.

I also wonder about the proper position of the finger on a Kahr K9/K40. Your help is appreciated.

Regards,

Richard

 

[Master-G]

I use the pad as well with good results. I've found the Glock to be quite sensitive to grip pressure--if I don't concentrate on a tight grip my groups open up. I've always thought it was due its light weight, but the longer trigger pull of a Glock vs. a 1911 would also contribute.

 

[geologist]

I'm using the pad of my index finger with a 2 handed wedge grip.

I'm going to try a tighter grip after reading the last post. My groups with my G17 have be good and bad.

 

[Pietro Beretta]

You should use the very tip of your finger, just like shooting a precision rifle. The same goes for Beretta 92/96, H&K USP, and Sig (To name a few). A 1911...you should use the middle part of your finger, same with double-action revolvers.

On Glocks use "aggressive/tactical" firm two hand grip (Push&Pull tech.) and with the very tip of your finger press the trigger saftey in so its flush with the trigger/and feels comfortable. After you crack the first shot off dont release trigger all the way only to start off at square one again....simply release trigger slightly until you hear/feel the "click" of the trigger resetting. Now each shot will crack off like butter.

Have fun with it.

 

[Winz]

You should use the very tip of your finger, just like shooting a precision rifle. The same goes for Beretta 92/96, H&K USP, and Sig (To name a few). A 1911...you should use the middle part of your finger, same with double-action revolvers.

You mean like the first joint? Some would argue for the exact opposite of that...