A question or two about grip/stance

[MrPrena]

I used "mainly" this front grip even before all these carbine dvd/instructor came into the market. At that time, AR15 was ONLY made by COLT.

[hurley842002]

With the exception of those who said they've tried it, I'm curious as to how many nay sayers have actually tried it... I've been shooting longer than most of the range instructors at work, but one of them showed me the hand over/thumb forward stance, and I shoot surprisingly well using the stance. It is a bit awkward after shooting one way for many years, but I'd urge anyone to try it out, if it works it works, if not no harm.

[davsel]

If it works for Jerry...


Feels odd, but I'm willing to give it a try.

[Zundfolge]

The point is to be able to transition from target to target quicker in a game where milliseconds separate winning and last place.

Whether it would be more effective in combat I don't know, but the 3-Gun guys sure seem to swear by it.

[275RLTW]

The point is to be able to transition from target to target quicker in a game where milliseconds separate winning and last place.

Whether it would be more effective in combat I don't know, but the 3-Gun guys sure seem to swear by it.

Faster target transitions requires a lot more than just off hand grip. Yes, basic physics states that having your arm out further will give you better control than if it is closer to the mag well. However that does not affect speed at all. Speed comes from efficiently using larger muscle groups to transition, ie using your thighs and hips to push your body and not just your lower back.

[Zundfolge]

Faster target transitions requires a lot more than just off hand grip.

Absolutely. But this style of grip is just one tool in a larger tool box ... and that's what the OP was asking about.

[Aloha_Shooter]

Wait, there's recoil on an AR?

[Great-Kazoo]

Wait, there's recoil on an AR?

For some it's a challenge.
I like it when introducing people to firearms. It's ALWAYS the man who says. WOW THAT HAS SOME KICK TO IT. As they're shooting one of the many 22's i bring.
Suppressed it's nothing, remove it and it's a Game Changer for some folks. BUT they'll shoot the ak's and the only comment is WOW That was fun. go figure

[Wulf202]

Two minor points.

Blading your stance also limits the ability to swivel one way.

If you perceive the need to use a rifle like an ak you will find the grip training to be detrimental

[lex137]

Try a different way or not, I think you should do what is comfortable and works for you. Sure it would be good to shave time, faster movement, ect, but if you physically can't do it cause age or body mechanics than it's not worth it. Good luck either way.