Grip help...

[Bullseye1776]

After a trip to the range I've noticed that I am consistently shooting 1"-2" low left @ seven yards with different pistols using iron sites. can you suggest anything to look for in my grip that may be producing this result?

TIA

 

[Old_Me]

well....we don't know how YOU are gripping any of your guns...you provided no pics or videos.

the best anyone can do is, paste some videos here to give you an idea on gripping a gun.

each gun i have, i may have to "adjust" my grip too, so it takes practice on ALL your guns.

here is only 1 video to guide you

 

[TurboDog910]

Hope this thread from the board helps.

Thread 'Is Your Grip Why You Miss?'

Jan 28, 2020

The video I’m sharing here is by Geauga Firearms Academy. Watch this video below and let’s have a discussion.



So is your grip the reason you miss? This conversation seems to be wide spread here lately with the release of the new Hellcat. There has been several complaints about the “Low Left” shots with the Hellcat. It’s not the gun folks!!!! Now I don’t have huge hands but they aren’t small ether. Grip is so critical when shooting all types of firearms. I’m sure that when growing up and learning about guns you probably shot a shotgun and felt like it just whooped...

• KLGunner
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[Scevaph]

 

[Wirenut]

I had the same issues when I bought my first Springfield XD MOD-2.
I found my problem was, I wasn't using a lot of grip pressure, and I found myself slapping the trigger instead of pressing the trigger.
Hope this makes sense.
I learned to shoot years ago with revolvers and did not have any issues.

 

[az4783054]

your finger pad placement on the trigger may also play a part (below is for 1911, but can be applied to other pistols as well)...

1911 Trigger Placement

Finding the sweet spot on a 1911's trigger isn't Voodoo. You just need to know your hand and understand how the trigger works. We've got some pointers for all of you single action fans that will help improve accuracy.

gunsamerica.com

 

[Bullseye1776]

Thanks all! Gives me things to look at during my next range trip. Also signing up for some time with a trainer next weekend to help iron things out

 

[Talyn]

Thanks all! Gives me things to look at during my next range trip. Also signing up for some time with a trainer next weekend to help iron things out

You also might want to take a look at this.

Thread 'Five Key Elements of a Proper Handgun Grip'

Oct 3, 2026

Here's how to build a proper grip to help you control your handgun safely, hit your target accurately, and manage recoil for follow-up shots and speed.

https://www.guns.com/news/proper-handgun-grip?

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• Talyn
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[Grayfox]

Sounds more like a trigger control issue to me. Shooting low and left indicates too much finger on the trigger.

 

[rcurtner]

After a trip to the range I've noticed that I am consistently shooting 1"-2" low left @ seven yards with different pistols using iron sites. can you suggest anything to look for in my grip that may be producing this result?

TIA

Assuming you're right handed. While your grip could be the problem it also could be you're jerking the trigger a wee bit pulling the shots low left.

 

[SimonRL]

Thanks all! Gives me things to look at during my next range trip. Also signing up for some time with a trainer next weekend to help iron things out

The first thing to do is increase your grip with your left hand. This should help get you back to ward center. You can then work on working up toward the bull. As everyone will tell you, low and left is extremely common and is all about grip fundamentals. Some people never get to grips with this (excuse the pun).

Try not to be overwhelmed by all the info. I would recommend investing in the Mantis X dry fire training system. It will help you improve your technique by magnitudes of order rather than fruitlessly blazing through hundreds of rounds.

Mantis | Dry Fire Training System & Training Aids

Mantis firearm training systems help shooters improve accuracy with dry fire training, laser training, shooting drills, and app-guided feedback. Practice at home or on the range to build trigger control, refine shooting mechanics, and improve marksmanship with smart pistol and rifle training tools.

mantisx.com

 

[Condition1]

Grips aren’t the problem you either pulling the gun low left or you grip is wrong on the pistols. Push the gun to the right with you support hand thumb and make sure the rear of the slide is lined up with your eyes. This should work.