Separating trigger finger and overcoming jerking

[CAMSDADDY]

I was reading about jerking the trigger. I know I often get in a hurry and this results in jerking the trigger which result in a miss. I think this is one reason I shoot revolvers well is it slows me down. While reading I read about separating the trigger finger from the rest of the grip. Today I went to the range and wow. When I slowed down and focused on the front sight and focused on separating my trigger finger and holding all else steady I was amazed. I mean wow amazed. Simple basics I know but do any of you have pointers on separating trigger finger and overcoming jerking?

 

[oldmetlfan]

I was reading about jerking the trigger. I know I often get in a hurry and this results in jerking the trigger which result in a miss. I think this is one reason I shoot revolvers well is it slows me down. While reading I read about separating the trigger finger from the rest of the grip. Today I went to the range and wow. When I slowed down and focused on the front sight and focused on separating my trigger finger and holding all else steady I was amazed. I mean wow amazed. Simple basics I know but do any of you have pointers on separating trigger finger and overcoming jerking?

A hacksaw and less porn maybe?

Just kidding. I have the same issue, although I'm not sure what you mean by a "miss".
My revolver shoots great, 8-10 ring usually. Not so with the pistols. Still in body mass, but generally all over the place.

 

[protective measures]

I was reading about jerking the trigger. I know I often get in a hurry and this results in jerking the trigger which result in a miss. I think this is one reason I shoot revolvers well is it slows me down. While reading I read about separating the trigger finger from the rest of the grip. Today I went to the range and wow. When I slowed down and focused on the front sight and focused on separating my trigger finger and holding all else steady I was amazed. I mean wow amazed. Simple basics I know but do any of you have pointers on separating trigger finger and overcoming jerking?

Sure do... about 8 to 9 hrs. worth.

Actually sounds like you're on the way. Most of the better schools' basic classes I've been to are 16 hrs. long.
Now you have a glimpse of why.... there is a lot more to it than most people realize.

 

[protective measures]

I was reading about jerking the trigger. I know I often get in a hurry and this results in jerking the trigger which result in a miss. I think this is one reason I shoot revolvers well is it slows me down. While reading I read about separating the trigger finger from the rest of the grip. Today I went to the range and wow. When I slowed down and focused on the front sight and focused on separating my trigger finger and holding all else steady I was amazed. I mean wow amazed. Simple basics I know but do any of you have pointers on separating trigger finger and overcoming jerking?

Sure do... about 8 to 9 hrs. worth.
Seriously, trigger control is usually about a 45 min. to 1 hr. section of our class. It is as you've seen a critical element that many overlook.

Actually sounds like you're on the way. Most of the better schools' Basic classes I've been to are 16 hrs. long.
Now you have a glimpse of why.... there is a lot more to it than most people realize.

 

[$nipertime]

Take someone to the range with you. Have someone randomly load snap caps and take shots at the targets. And just shoot at ppl on the tv while watching with snap caps of course. Drives my wife bonkers

 

[CAMSDADDY]

A hacksaw and less porn maybe?

Just kidding. I have the same issue, although I'm not sure what you mean by a "miss".
My revolver shoots great, 8-10 ring usually. Not so with the pistols. Still in body mass, but generally all over the place.

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I think we are on the same page. My revolvers act the same way always hitting where I point them. Amazingly when I slow down and focus my semis do similar. It's like an epiphany.

 

[CAMSDADDY]

Sure do... about 8 to 9 hrs. worth.
Seriously, trigger control is usually about a 45 min. to 1 hr. section of our class. It is as you've seen a critical element that many overlook.

Actually sounds like you're on the way. Most of the better schools' Basic classes I've been to are 16 hrs. long.
Now you have a glimpse of why.... there is a lot more to it than most people realize.

I actually have a gift cert on my fridge for a basic class I won in a raffle. I work Saturdays so unsure when I'll cash it in. I thought about giving it to my wife but like the motorcycle safety course I know I would benefit as well. May try to take one together.

Next time I'm at the range I'll randomly load snap caps. I find dry fire really helps and I'm a big fan. I think I will really benefit being more focused.

 

[$nipertime]

What it will do is help you call your shots also. Another thing for me is I bought a cheap red laser and duct taped it to the bill of my hat. Turn the laser on and attempt to draw and engage without the red dot moving off target. You can do this indoors with a target and snap caps also