How To Shoot A Handgun Correctly: Grip, Stance, & Fixing Limp Wristing 

As a 19 year old who’s just getting into firearms, thanks for this boss

I’ve watched so many videos on grip, stance, pressure points, recoil management, I don’t even know where to begin. But if outlaw puts one out, I’m watching it before I do anything else.

Glad you mentioned Jerry's and Lena's grip. After seeing Lena and Jerry at Freedom Days a few years ago, I brought that grip home to my wife and myself. Personally I like it and find it comfortable. But you also said, "Here's what I do, find what works for you." That is great instruction/teaching!

As a 49-yr old who has been shooting for 2 years, this is gold to me too , thanks

"Shit gets weird when the grip gets small." EXCELLENT discussion of upper body/lower body practical use.

The next time someone asks me to teach them to shoot, I'm making them watch this video first. Thanks HO.

The tutorials are more interesting than yet another polymer striker fired with optic review.

I'm 70 years old and just bought my first firearm (PDP Compact 4") 2 years ago (I have added 3 more since then and have used your recommendations/videos for several of them!). Still working on a lot to get comfortable and finding the best technique for me and my physical ability (or lack thereof). As for listening to various 'experts'... The gun shop where I bought my first firearm has a resident instructor who has a lot of experience. I have taken a concealed carry course and a basic shooting class with him as the instructor. In both cases he is ADAMANT that you should only be using the middle two fingers on your dominant hand to grip the firearm! He says that your 'pinkie' should not be involved at all in gripping the firearm. As a side 'issue' he is a total Glock shill and spends as much time in the class convincing you how superior Glocks are to any other firearm. Anyway, I realize that my PDP was designed specifically in the grip to use your pinkie in aiding you when using a Red Dot sight. I found the PDP (even a compact version) too big to carry (I'm 5'6" and 220) so I got a Shield Plus. I then got a PPQ M2 22R for inexpensive range time that allows me to work on technique. My most recent purchase was an Extar EP9. Thank you for all of your videos! I have learned a lot and look forward to future videos...

One of the best firearms channels on RU-vid, no doubt

I’m a 50 something year old guy and learning new stuff from the video, and I appreciate it!

Any videos covering fundamentals are welcome. They're great reference material for when I pick up a new type of gun and need to brush up on shooting 101 for it. I also appreciate them for times like now when I'm recovering from a severely broken wrist and need to start over with shooting skills. Keep up the great work!

I think this type of conetent is overlooked in the gun community. there can never be too much education. keep teaching boss!

This is basically how I teach. Just like you're saying. Here are the fundamentals, the why, and the body mechanics behind it. Now adapt that to you. Because the size of the gun, to the size of one's hand, to the length of one's fingers, will dictate the rest.

As someone from the UK who only gets to shoot on visits to the States, these are brilliant training techniques that I can actually remember and use when I am able to shoot. Much appreciated.

Chris i love your teaching method and emphasis on training and what works for you. Too many instructors still tend to lean very heavily on ONE method and think that is the Gospel. What works for you. Similar to the golf swing it’s what works for you and you can consistently reproduce especially in high stress situations. Learned a lot from you in the past several years and my shooting has improved markedly.

Absolutely do more shooting tutorials! you are smart, experienced, and you state things really clearly in language that is easily understood. Not everyone can do that!

I've been a relatively high speed instructor since 2008 off and on. But still though, boy oh boy, did I lean a thing out two from this video. Respect!

Great job Chris please do not abandon RU-vid. I cannot abide X. Thanks!

Pressure FRONT TO BACK and SIDE TO SIDE. Lots of grip videos but no one seems to talk about the direction of pressure. Great stuff

Outlaw out here blessing us with proper knowledge

Even if you know this stuff, it's always good to get a variety of perspectives on it and take away what works for you. Chris, you made it super easy to understand how you do it with this video. We need more of this kind of thing from fellow guntubers. Outstanding!

Squeezing the pinky and palm together ... that's a game changer. Thank you!!! 😊

It’s always a good thing to watch more grip/shooting videos. I enjoy your videos on any subject. I’ve always said if you aren’t learning something every day, you’re probably dead. We are always learning. Thank you for another great video. Take care, Be safe.

This is a great tutorial. The concepts you are teaching are exactly what come naturally to me when shooting. Sometimes I'll wrap my left index finger around rhe trigger guard sometimes I don't. It really depends on fhe gun. So many instructors are adamant about planted shoulder width stance. That never made sense to me. Seemed more logical to be in a boxer stance incase you have to shuck and jive one way or another, to run or engage in hand to hand. But really its best not to suck at shooting.

Love the tutorial style... I'm not new to shooting by any means but I'm always a fan of seeing how other people do things. Learning as many perspectives is the best way to learn IMHO. Keep up the good work!

Wow! 60 something, gun ownership is new to me, and I don't have opportunity to shoot very often. I truly appreciate you putting yourself out here, and consider your content as the highest value. When I go to get RU-vid certified in some specific area, I always end up watching several different Tubers to get a concise viewpoint. It's amazing what you are capable of producing "right off the top of your head". Super Thanks!

Would have been good to have added that get the good grip first, and trigger finger placement lands where it lands. No need to adjust grip to get trigger finger to hit the pad, or any other specific part. Proper grip first, and as long as one can pull trigger straight back from the position it ends up, so be it! Great video, happy I stumbled across your channel!

Chris, THIS is your best video! Yes, if your off / support hand is not tired after a long range session, you are not making it contribute enough. Also, the heel of the hand getting onto the grip? Yes, yes, yes. I spent 28yrs in the Army training soldiers. When I saw the limp wrist I would take them aside and ask them, who is in charge of that pistol, the pistol or YOU, then point out what you said in your video, same info. Anyone who shoots magnum revolvers gets a crash course in taking control of the firearm quickly. Again, excellent video.

Ahhhh...the "modified" Weaver stance. MY FAVORITE!! It's what I learned with years ago and it's what I STILL use today. "Muscle memory" is a real thing. I love your channel bud!! Keep up the damn good work my friend!

Great stuff. Never to old to learn and improve the current skills.

As a newbie in the 2A community, I've learned a lot of fundamentals from Chris. Much appreciate your time and effort in producing awesome content. A deeper dive on grip, drills on conceal carry draws would be great. Thanks 👍

This was GREAT. Gonna watch it again and have my wife and buddy watch it.

Best video about how to shot a handgun that i see, every else video people are talking one way to shot for all people and that is only correct way, you are only that talk about that everyone needs to try lot of ways and to find what is good for them, that we are not the same and what work for someone doesnt mean then that will work for everyone.

I’m 21 and just got my M&P Performance Center in .40 S&W, THANK YOU for this video, extremely informative and beneficial.

You dont know how much times I watched this video. Thanks a million.

Best video HO has done. Key is what works for you. One thing I'll add. I used to shoot rifle mostly. These days almost all pistol. I've finally learned that almost none of my rifle technique works for me in handgunning, I had to change almost everything.

"But I can do THIS"is the reason I clicked on this video. I watch you all the time and never thought to pay attention to the grip of someone who is (IMO) second only to Jerry himself.

Dang it Chris, thank you! I am going to ask my wife to watch this on the big screen because your coaching makes so much sense, it is common sense! And I think you can help her more than any of my husband bullshit. Just being completely honest. She is good with her Shield, just wanting to boost her confidence in anything she might need to pick up. Grip, stance, delivery. Thank you so much. This is an important channel Chris, you and your wife are doing great work 👊

I like the way you show/explain WHAT you should be feeling correctly. That's helping me be more aware of if my grip is correct for me.

As a brand new shooter, my first time at the range. The first 2 or shots were down and left. With watching videos on the recoil. And shooting more at the range. My shots are on target. No more low and left. Thanks to your videos and many others on this platform. Im still learning. Im trying to learn what i can like, and practice more at the range. By applying what i learn from videos. I have rather large hands. But being new, i have to learn to control the recoil. Which this may seem odd to you experienced shooters. But i save my targets. And bring them home. So i can compare and i can honestly see improvements from day 1 to yesterday. Thanks for the video.

I keep an adjustable tension grip strengthening squeezer device in my truck. I use it when driving alternating between both hands. It’s helped my recoil control tremendously.

Please do more of how to shoot series and drills for beginners

Interesting tip on leaving more room for the support hand. I always wrapped my firing hand as much as possible which makes some guns with smaller grips like the cz p-10 and the caniks feel crowded. I will give it a try and see how it goes.

I’ve been giving people the wrestler’s stance advice for years. Excellent tip for new shooters

I appreciate the training tutorials. Yes I could use more!

Always enjoy your shooting tutorials, any edge and person can get, is always a plus. Really look forward to watching your videos Chris. And special thanks to your lovely camera wife, she does excellent work...

Absolutely the best tutorial on RU-vid right now. Honest Outlaw is the EF Hutton of firearms, "when he speaks people listen." This technique will definitely eliminate limp wristing and low and left shooting. Wish I had this advice earlier. Absolute Gold.

As a newbie with only 8 months of shooting experience, I just want you to know how much I appreciate you and everything you have to share. I have nothing to add as what I want to see because you cover just about everything if not everything a newbie needs to know. You've made a huge difference in my improvement, thank you.

Someone told me to set grip, however your comfortable, then to imagine im pulling apart a horseshoe, and it suprised me when actually shooting how well it worked. Idk if its just cause im weird but it made sense to me.

I always look forward to viewing videos on the fundamentals. I'm not terrible, but I do need to work on my stance a little. The most extreme case of limp wristing I've seen is my brother. He's not into firearms, but I took him to the range for my birthday and I've never seen anyone limp wrist so badly.

The putting you finger over the trigger guard was something I thaught about doing even before I heard Jerry m does it , I just never tried it but I’m going to !!! Thank you Chris for all of your advise you nailed it it every time !!! Dead on like your shooting😊

Always glad to see a video about technique and form thank you

Terrific video. I'm a "returning shooter," someone who used to shoot a lot, mostly bowling pin & USPSA, between 3 and 4 times a week. Due to health issues (including LOTS of surgeries,) I hadn't been shooting in nearly 25 years (and had to sell my motorcycle too 😠 ) Something I'm trying to get figured out is how to shoot well without being able to get into a comfortabe shooting stance. I desperately need to get both my knees replaced but I'm not ready for any more surgeries. Standing and walking is just incredibly painful, so it's something I'm trying to find a way to deal with. Thanks again for this video, I'll be trying some of the techniques you mentioned!

Ive been hoping for a video like this from you. Thank you sir

It's always good to get advice from someone who knows what they're talking about!! Thank you!!

Love the how to shooting vids. I appreciate the no BS approach!

Chris, thank you and yes, some more of these types of videos would be great. You and the Mrs. are wonderful!

Love your tutorials. You lay it out very easily and your skills speak for themselves so I know they’re coming from a solid place.

Never ever too much info bro! Keep em coming...Great stuff!!

Could not appreciate this more man, my wife and I are just really getting invested into shooting now and I learned my grip growing up shooting was real bad and she's just learning so these training videos help immensely

It’s like you read my mind and made the video, needed that exactly

yes! more shooting tutorials please, it's always interesting to get more information on an important subject.

Really grateful for this video about fundamentals. I have small hands and short fingers making bigger pistols and trigger pulls a bit of a challenge sometimes and more snappy recoil on smaller frames. I'm starting to get into compensators too. Gives me some new things to try . You can honestly learn a lot from an outlaw.

Thanks for the pointers Chris.

Well done video. Im glad you mention Tirkish weapons and recoil springs. I love my Canicks but every one except my EDC pistol has a lighter than stock recoil spring.

This was super useful and helpful for my own practical use! Thank you!

Great info for someone new to handguns. Thank you very much. Keep the videos coming.

Excellent presentation. I used to teach Basic Pistol, have been away from it for several years. Well done!

Great video and even better tips. Thanks. I'd definitely like more of these.

i like hearing people's experience, so i'd watch others you make, as well

This was great information and i will be paying more attention to my grip next time at the range.

This is a great, practical video. Love imparting hard earned lessons to others. Thanks!

Chris this is awesome content! It took me a few years to learn this stuff but you nailed it. I like videos like this to remind myself on fundamentals and to share with new shooters. This should be a series for your channel, to dispel myths and get the truth out. I look forward to seeing Ronny get in his groove someday

I really appreciate these types of videos. I think a rifle video would be great as well as a revolver video. I've been shooting since I was a teenager but never had proper guidance from anyone trained. I've considered taking some instructor led classes for both handgun and rifle.

All good advice and worth trying... Thanks Outlaw and keep the videos coming ...

This is by far one of the best videos I've seen on this! Garand Thumb put out a pretty good video like this a few years ago. I felt like this video was more in depth.

Great points and demonstration in this video. Appreciate the explanation on why as well, thanks!

Very thorough presentation conpared to others who claim to improve your shooting skIlls.

Keep these coming these are great my friend.

I naturally started booger hooking the trigger guard for recoil control. It helped and I’m a rookie shooter essentially, good enough to fight another day.

Great content yet again brother

Great video. I was so happy you came out with this at the perfect time for me. Thanks man!

Excellent tutorial! More of these please.

Yet another great video from one of the very best!

I was looking for exercise recommendations to improve my shooting and you just answered my questions. thx

Thank you very much Chris been struggling a little at the range

Great video! I am more of a rifle man and really do not have much skills with a piston. I appreciate your tutorials and am looking forward to many more. Thank you for sharing.

Added a couple things from your video last range trip. It helped clean up a few nagging issues. Thanks for the video.

Great instructions. I love how you explained that we must take training learned and use what's best and working for the individual. Love your channel... God Bless Y'all 🤠

Love these tutorial vids.. keep up the good work Outlaw crew.

Yes!! Please make more shooting tutorials.. feels like i could learn from you!! Let me know what i can do

Excellent video. Shield plus I wrap the trigger guard but will also use the non-wrapped method too. I'm a newer shooter so it was cool to know I'm using one of the two best methods presented in this video already! Thanks for the great content.

100% love the instructional videos! Keep em comin!

You’re a great teacher homie

Definitely appreciate these technique videos and I hope you keep up with them. Very useful so far in my journey as a shooter

Great video. As an instructor I basically tell my students the same things you said. Recoil anticipation is the number one thing that I see regularly. Trigger slapping and jerking are high on the list also. A lot of people I work with and see on the range are way to stiff in their stance. I’m like you , get more of your rear end into it. I still see a lot of people with their non dominant hand thumb behind the slide. I tell them about slide bite and how much it hurts. Some listen, some get told, the bandages are at the range counter!

Yeah man these are great! Love your instruction videos. I'm always ready to learn if you've got something to teach. Thanks!

I have run into limp wristing when I shoot one handed. It took me by surprise. I will give your advise a try. At least I have a feeling now of what I may be doing wrong.

Great stuff Man! Easy to understand and believe in. Thanks for being good at what you do, being real and very helpful.

Great job on this video. Well done.