{"id":1237,"date":"2023-09-14T14:40:27","date_gmt":"2023-09-14T14:40:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1237"},"modified":"2023-09-14T14:40:27","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T14:40:27","slug":"throwback-thursday-correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=1237","title":{"rendered":"Throwback Thursday: Correcting Common Handgun Shooting Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/\">Home<\/a> \u00bb <span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/category\/how-to\/\">How-To<\/a> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Throwback Thursday: Correcting Common Handgun Shooting Problems<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>When the editorial director came up with assignments that included outlining personal defense <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">handgun<\/a> shooting goals, I felt he was doing something beneficial for the reader. The world is full of bad information. We publish qualified information based on legitimate training concerns.<\/p>\n<p>What I am doing is giving you some orientation in the field. There is nothing speculative about these training goals, they are proven to work for students. You must meet me halfway, up your training schedule, and implement these suggestions. While study is good, you must pay the rent.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Inserting a loaded magazine into a Taurus pistol\" class=\"wp-image-78949 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Inserting a loaded magazine into a Taurus pistol\" class=\"wp-image-78949\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Be certain to practice slapping the magazine home in a positive manner. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>You must <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/range-gear\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hit the range<\/a>. There is a lot of misinformation cloaked as training information. Some of it is silly, and some is dangerous. It is difficult to tell the difference without experience. As an example, grocery shopping is easy. Laundry detergent is clearly marked, so is breakfast cereal. With some trainers, you often get detergent in the box when you need cereal.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Neat little tricks that work on the range with lots of practice don\u2019t work when the threat is real. Choose an NRA-certified instructor with gray in his or her hair. If they deviate from a proven program, there should be a good reason.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Among the most common shortcomings of students is a lack of familiarity with the handgun. When you come to a class to learn safety and shooting, the instructor should not have to take the time to show you how to load and unload the handgun or how to manipulate the controls. This is time-consuming across the spectrum. Most instructors will meet you before the class to provide personal one-on-one instruction. After all, they want you to succeed, and this makes for smoother training time. Many shooters do not properly load the pistol. When you load the self-loading handgun there is one technique that should be used for every pistol.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"349\" alt=\"Thumb placed on the safety or decocker lever\" class=\"wp-image-78948 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=300%2C163&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=150%2C82&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=640%2C349&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=640%2C349&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Thumb placed on the safety or decocker lever\" class=\"wp-image-78948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=300%2C163&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=150%2C82&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>Learning to manipulate the slide release, decock lever, or safety in a positive manner are vital skills.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Lock the slide to the rear. Insert a loaded magazine. Drop the slide either using the slide lock or simply grasping the rear of the slide. Racking the slide over a loaded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">magazine<\/a> sometimes results in a short cycle and a cartridge not fully chambered. Some pistols such as the Kahr demand that the slide be ran fully to the rear to properly set the trigger and striker. Loading in this manner is good practice for speed loads and ensures the magazine is properly seated.<\/p>\n<h2>Failure to Release the Safety<\/h2>\n<p>Fortunately, most pistols today have ergonomically designed safety levers. Most of the striker-fired handguns don\u2019t have a manual safety at all. A slide-mounted lever is a drawback to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/speed-accuracy-accurate-aimed-fire-ends-fights\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">real speed<\/a>. However, by practicing a strong thumbs-forward application, the slide-mounted safety may be quickly addressed.<\/p>\n<p>Frame-mounted safety levers are much easier to address. Keep the thumb up as you affirm the firing grip, and bring the thumb down to snap the safety into the fire position. Practice this manipulation during your dry fire drills. In a similar manner, learn to quickly use manual decocker levers on double-action first-shot pistols.<\/p>\n<h2>Firing Grip<\/h2>\n<p>Correcting a poor <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/best-pistol-grip-techniques-self-defense\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">grip<\/a> is sometimes difficult. Too many shooters have chosen a firearm that is too large for their hands. Not much to be done if you cannot properly wrap your hands around a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/handguns\/?fq=brand%3AGLOCK&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Glock<\/a> 21 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/beretta\/firearms\/handguns\/?srule=relevance&amp;brand=Beretta&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beretta<\/a> 92 save trade guns. (I have problems with the Glock 21\/Glock20 and a few other handguns.)<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Woman firing a pistol with a two-handed thumbs forward grip\" class=\"wp-image-78951 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Woman firing a pistol with a two-handed thumbs forward grip\" class=\"wp-image-78951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>This is a perfect grip with the Taurus GX4 9mm handgun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>With a handgun that offers an ergonomic grip, the hand must ride as high as possible on the rear grip strap. A common fault is to allow a space between the top of the grip tang and the web of the hand. Ride the hand high against the grip tang.<\/p>\n<p>The support hand must grip the handgun over the strong-side hand and assist in pointing the handgun toward the target. The support hand pulls the handgun to the rear, while the strong side hand pushes the handgun forward resulting in a solid lock. The hands should overlap the other without a gap between the hands.<\/p>\n<h2>Handgun Shooting Stance<\/h2>\n<p>A common problem with shooters is a weak stance. The handgun <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/best-shooting-stance-self-defense\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shooting stance<\/a> is a fighting stance. The feet are planted, apart, with one behind the other for stability. The firing side foot should be to the rear. The arms extend to hold the firearm steady. The eyes do not drop to the sights. Instead, the pistol\u2019s sights are brought to the eyes. The shoulders are forward.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"316\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell demonstrating a proper pistol firing stance\" class=\"wp-image-78954 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?w=316&amp;ssl=1 316w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=165%2C300&amp;ssl=1 165w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=150%2C273&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=316%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"316\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=316%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bob Campbell demonstrating a proper pistol firing stance\" class=\"wp-image-78954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?w=316&amp;ssl=1 316w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=165%2C300&amp;ssl=1 165w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=150%2C273&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>A proper handgun shooting stance helps with sight picture, recoil control, and even absorbing impact. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I have seen shooters lean their shoulders back and look through the bottom of their glasses at sights. A good breeze would have blown them over. Develop a solid boxer\u2019s stance. There is always a chance you will be shot. An assailant may run into you. You may bump into something during tactical movement. The strength of your stance will determine how well you absorb these blows.<\/p>\n<h2>Trigger Control<\/h2>\n<p>Trigger control is sometimes called an art, not a skill. I disagree. <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/basics-sight-alignment-sight-picture-trigger-control-hitting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trigger control<\/a> is a simple physical skill. It probably takes more skill to successfully strike a baseball with a ball bat or perhaps drive a golf ball to a hole in one. Trigger control is pressing the trigger straight to the rear without disturbing the sights. With the proper grip and a solid stance, trigger control is easier.<\/p>\n<p>Without a proper grip, trigger control isn\u2019t possible. With a weak grip, when you mash the trigger, the sights will be all over the place. The trigger must not be snatched, or the pistol will drift off target. The trigger must be pressed smoothly in one motion. While the different parts of the trigger press must be understood \u2014take up, press, and trigger reset \u2014 the trigger press is simple enough.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/bulk\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/bulk_ammo_ad_mob.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/rdf_aug23_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p>Press the trigger smoothly to the rear. This makes for smooth handgun shooting and good marksmanship. It is important to understand the effects of speed on marksmanship. At closer range, the trigger is pressed more quickly, but it is not slapped or jerked. The press is smooth, straight to the rear. As the range to the target increases, more time is needed. The trigger compression is still rapid, but the sights are aligned more closely.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"411\" alt=\"Handgun with the trigger partially depressed showing proper trigger finger placement\" class=\"wp-image-78959 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=300%2C193&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=150%2C96&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=640%2C411&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"411\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=640%2C411&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Handgun with the trigger partially depressed showing proper trigger finger placement\" class=\"wp-image-78959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=300%2C193&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=150%2C96&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>A smooth, steady, straight-to-the-rear trigger press must be mastered with every type of trigger action. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>At one time there was an unfortunate reliance upon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/lasers\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser sights<\/a>. I think this has passed; it was a trend. I had several shooters chasing the red dot on a target during class. They hesitated and tried to keep the red dot still. This is practically impossible as there is some wobble in the handgun no matter how good the grip. This is exacerbated by a greater distance to the target.<\/p>\n<h2>Sight Alignment<\/h2>\n<p>Sight alignment must be understood. The <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/front-sight-front-sight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">front sight<\/a> is superimposed on the target and the light between the front post and rear posts must be the same between each blade. The top of the blade is even across the rear sight. This makes for a proper sight alignment. The sight picture is the superimposition of the sights against the target.<\/p>\n<h2>Follow Through<\/h2>\n<p>The proper firing grip and trigger control also led to developing follow-through. Follow-through is maintaining the firing grip after the pistol fires. The firing grip must be maintained as the pistol <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/shooting-101-recoil-control-marksmanship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">recoils<\/a> while the bullet is still in the barrel. This may result in a miss if the grip relaxes during firing. Keep a firm firing grip. Maintain the trigger press and concentrate on sight recovery driving the front sight back into the rear sight notch after controlling recoil.<\/p>\n<h2>Flinch<\/h2>\n<p>Working to eliminate flinch is perhaps the most difficult chore you face once you have this malady. Part of the problem is whether the shooter uses too much gun for their skill level. I have seen students make terrible showings with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/.357-sig\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/?srule=price-low-to-high&amp;brand=.357SIG&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.357 SIG<\/a>, as an example, as the .357 was their first handgun. Good gun, bad choice at that point in their shooting life.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"195\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a 1911 .45 ACP pistol with three spent cartridge cases in the air\" class=\"wp-image-78958 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=300%2C91&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=150%2C46&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=640%2C195&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"195\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=640%2C195&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a 1911 .45 ACP pistol with three spent cartridge cases in the air\" class=\"wp-image-78958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=300%2C91&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=150%2C46&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption>With a one-hand grip, the author has three spent cases in the air. This is a stunt. However, if need be, good accuracy may be delivered with real speed once you have mastered the fundamentals. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Muzzle blast is more to blame than recoil in most cases. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/.40-sandw\/ammunition\/handgun-ammo\/?srule=price-low-to-high&amp;brand=.40S&amp;W=&amp;utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.40 caliber<\/a> doesn\u2019t seem difficult to control and doesn\u2019t have the muzzle blast of the .357 SIG. Flinch is an involuntary clutching of the hand before the gun fires. It may be compared to the tightening of the muscles before we receive an injection \u2014 even though we are aware we should relax those muscles.<\/p>\n<p>No matter how hardened the shooter, flinch sometimes intrudes and affects your skills. New shooters will jump involuntarily when they hear a firearm discharged at the other bay, as an example, and sometimes we all do.<\/p>\n<p>The shooter who has handled the firearm a great deal and is familiar with the trigger action and controls is much less likely to flinch when the pistol fires. Firing and acclimating to the handgun makes for less flinch. Focus on the grip, sight picture, sight alignment, and trigger press and you may limit flinch.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/?s=dry+fire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dry fire practice<\/a> helps. Your body will understand that most of the time the gun isn\u2019t going to fire, because of the many repetitions you have finished in dry fire. Often, it is good to practice with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/rimfire\/.22-long-rifle\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">.22 rimfire<\/a>. Recoil and muzzle blast are not a consideration, and you will find this practice profitable. These are cures for common problems.<\/p>\n<p>By beginning with proper instruction, perhaps you will never develop these problems. If you do, don\u2019t let the problem continue. Address the problem with remedial effort and a qualified handgun shooting coach or instructor.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Do you have a shooting tip or a story about how you overcame a handgun shooting shortfall? Share it in the comment section.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s note: This post was originally published in\u00a0June<em>\u00a0<\/em>of 2022. It has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and clarity.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" alt=\"Black man firing a pistol at an outdoor range\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78953 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78953\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?w=641&amp;ssl=1 641w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?resize=640%2C426&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" alt=\"Black man firing a pistol at an outdoor range\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78953\" data-id=\"78953\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?resize=640%2C426&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?w=641&amp;ssl=1 641w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-10.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This young man has a strong grip on his Taurus GX4.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"414\" alt=\"Bob Campbell firing a handgun from a braced position using 55-gallon drums\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78952 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78952\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?resize=300%2C194&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?resize=150%2C97&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?resize=640%2C414&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"414\" alt=\"Bob Campbell firing a handgun from a braced position using 55-gallon drums\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78952\" data-id=\"78952\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?resize=640%2C414&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?resize=300%2C194&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-9.jpg?resize=150%2C97&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Firing braced means the self-loading pistol must not be braced against a fixture but rather the elbows and biceps touch the brace. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"316\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell demonstrating a proper pistol firing stance\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78954 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78954\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?w=316&amp;ssl=1 316w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=165%2C300&amp;ssl=1 165w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=150%2C273&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=316%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"316\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell demonstrating a proper pistol firing stance\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78954\" data-id=\"78954\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=316%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?w=316&amp;ssl=1 316w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=165%2C300&amp;ssl=1 165w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-11.jpg?resize=150%2C273&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A proper stance helps with sight picture, recoil control, and even absorbing impact. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"389\" alt=\"loading a magazine in a Taurus GX4 with the slide locked to the rear\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78945 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78945\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?resize=300%2C182&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?resize=150%2C91&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?resize=640%2C389&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"389\" alt=\"loading a magazine in a Taurus GX4 with the slide locked to the rear\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78945\" data-id=\"78945\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?resize=640%2C389&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?resize=300%2C182&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-2.jpg?resize=150%2C91&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Keep the slide locked to the rear as you load the handgun.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"524\" alt=\"an example of a proper two-handed thumbs-forward grip on a semi-automatic handgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78955 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78955\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?resize=300%2C246&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?resize=150%2C123&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?resize=640%2C524&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"524\" alt=\"an example of a proper two-handed thumbs-forward grip on a semi-automatic handgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78955\" data-id=\"78955\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?resize=640%2C524&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?resize=300%2C246&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-12.jpg?resize=150%2C123&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Firing and maintaining a solid grip during recoil is called follow through.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"573\" alt=\"Manipulating the slide of a Taurus GX4 9mm semiautomatic handgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78946 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78946\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?resize=300%2C269&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?resize=150%2C134&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?resize=640%2C573&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"573\" alt=\"Manipulating the slide of a Taurus GX4 9mm semiautomatic handgun\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78946\" data-id=\"78946\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?resize=640%2C573&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?resize=300%2C269&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-3.jpg?resize=150%2C134&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Learn to manipulate the slide in a positive manner rather than the slide lock to drop the slide on a loaded magazine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"570\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a 1911 .45 ACP handgun with a spent cartridge case in the air\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78956 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78956\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?w=570&amp;ssl=1 570w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=297%2C300&amp;ssl=1 297w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=150%2C152&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=570%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"570\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a 1911 .45 ACP handgun with a spent cartridge case in the air\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78956\" data-id=\"78956\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=570%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?w=570&amp;ssl=1 570w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=297%2C300&amp;ssl=1 297w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=96%2C96&amp;ssl=1 96w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-13.jpg?resize=150%2C152&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">By maintaining a solid firing grip after each shot, recovery is much easier. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"534\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell holding a 1911 .45 ACP pistol with the slide locked to the rear and a magazine being loaded into the magwell\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78947 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78947\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?w=534&amp;ssl=1 534w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?resize=278%2C300&amp;ssl=1 278w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?resize=150%2C162&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 534px) 100vw, 534px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?resize=534%2C576&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"534\" height=\"576\" alt=\"Bob Campbell holding a 1911 .45 ACP pistol with the slide locked to the rear and a magazine being loaded into the magwell\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78947\" data-id=\"78947\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?resize=534%2C576&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?w=534&amp;ssl=1 534w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?resize=278%2C300&amp;ssl=1 278w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-4.jpg?resize=150%2C162&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 534px) 100vw, 534px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Lock the slide to the rear and slap the magazine home to ensure proper feeding. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Woman wearing pink hearing protection and holding a handgun with a two-thumbs forward grip\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78944 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78944\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Woman wearing pink hearing protection and holding a handgun with a two-thumbs forward grip\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78944\" data-id=\"78944\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-1.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">The perfect thumbs forward grip \u2014 both eyes open \u2014 and finger off the trigger. The author cannot brag on this one. Jon Caton trained this young instructor. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"349\" alt=\"Thumb placed on the safety or decocker lever\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78948 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78948\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=300%2C163&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=150%2C82&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=640%2C349&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"349\" alt=\"Thumb placed on the safety or decocker lever\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78948\" data-id=\"78948\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=640%2C349&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=300%2C163&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-5.jpg?resize=150%2C82&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Learning to manipulate the slide release, decock lever, or safety in a positive manner are vital skills.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"508\" alt=\"YOung woman shooting a red dot optic equipped pistol outdoors\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78957 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78957\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?resize=300%2C238&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?resize=150%2C119&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?resize=640%2C508&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"508\" alt=\"YOung woman shooting a red dot optic equipped pistol outdoors\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78957\" data-id=\"78957\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?resize=640%2C508&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?resize=300%2C238&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-14.jpg?resize=150%2C119&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This young woman is a very good shot. She maintains her grip and sight picture. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"195\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a 1911 .45 ACP pistol with three spent cartridge cases in the air\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78958 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78958\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=300%2C91&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=150%2C46&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=640%2C195&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"195\" alt=\"Bob Campbell shooting a 1911 .45 ACP pistol with three spent cartridge cases in the air\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78958\" data-id=\"78958\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=640%2C195&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=300%2C91&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-15.jpg?resize=150%2C46&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">With a one-hand grip, the author has three spent cases in the air. This is a stunt. However, if need be, good accuracy may be delivered with real speed once you have mastered the fundamentals. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Inserting a loaded magazine into a Taurus pistol\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78949 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78949\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Inserting a loaded magazine into a Taurus pistol\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78949\" data-id=\"78949\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-6.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">Be certain to practice slapping the magazine home in a positive manner. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"259\" alt=\"firing a pistol with a red dot sight from the hip\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78950 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78950\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?resize=300%2C121&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?resize=150%2C61&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?resize=640%2C259&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"259\" alt=\"firing a pistol with a red dot sight from the hip\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78950\" data-id=\"78950\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?resize=640%2C259&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?resize=300%2C121&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-7.jpg?resize=150%2C61&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">When firing from below eye level, a proper grip ensures good function. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"411\" alt=\"Handgun with the trigger partially depressed showing proper trigger finger placement\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78959 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78959\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=300%2C193&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=150%2C96&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=640%2C411&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"411\" alt=\"Handgun with the trigger partially depressed showing proper trigger finger placement\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78959\" data-id=\"78959\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=640%2C411&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=300%2C193&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-16.jpg?resize=150%2C96&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A smooth, steady, straight-to-the-rear trigger press must be mastered with every type of trigger action. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"372\" alt=\"Bob Campbell with a shaved head to support a friend with cancer shooting a FN 40 pistol during recoil\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78960 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78960\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?resize=300%2C175&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?resize=150%2C87&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?resize=640%2C372&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"372\" alt=\"Bob Campbell with a shaved head to support a friend with cancer shooting a FN 40 pistol during recoil\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78960\" data-id=\"78960\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?resize=640%2C372&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?resize=300%2C175&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-17.jpg?resize=150%2C87&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">A firm, sturdy grip and straight-to-the-rear trigger press results in good accuracy with the FN .40. (The author was supporting a friend with cancer who had lost his hair, so the author shaved his head.)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Woman firing a pistol with a two-handed thumbs forward grip\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78951 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-id=\"78951\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Woman firing a pistol with a two-handed thumbs forward grip\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-78951\" data-id=\"78951\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?w=648&amp;ssl=1 648w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Self-correction-8.jpg?resize=150%2C100&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">This is a perfect grip with the Taurus GX4 9mm handgun. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=correcting-common-handgun-shooting-problems\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home \u00bb How-To \u00bb Throwback Thursday: Correcting Common Handgun Shooting Problems When the editorial director came up with assignments that included outlining personal defense handgun shooting goals, I felt he was doing something beneficial for the reader. 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