wmetzler01 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Good news is my dry fire practice has produced a higher grip on my STI Edge (it's a CRP model I bought new from Dawson in 2012). The cut occurs on my right hand at the base of my thumb where it merges with the web of my hand. The rear edge of the left thumb safety that is close to the beaver tail is chewing into this portion of my thumb (I'm a right handed shooter). After consulting with dozens of engineers and spending countless dollars in research (sarcasm); I've deployed the highly technical solution of placing a band-aide over the cut. That said, looking to see if any of you have experienced this issue; if so, what solution did you deploy (an exotic option like SV Infinity grip, different thumb safety, simple solution like sanding down the edge)? Thanks for reading! Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 I'd suggest filing down the offending area of the thumb safety, then polish it so no rough edges. It really isn't neurosurgery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Durtarg Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 I'd suggest filing down the offending area of the thumb safety, then polish it so no rough edges. It really isn't neurosurgery. ^^ What he said. Get your dremel tool out. Use a sanding stone or sanding drum and take a little off the back edge. Polish it out and be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Build4u Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 I get a high grip on my guns as well. I spend a quite a bit of time massaging my safeties undercutting the weak hand side so it does not hit my knuckle and engage and usually re radius the back of the thumb pad area where it attaches to the plate. For the strong had side I have to ease over the corner by the pin. I used to really go after that area thinning it back, and broke off a couple of Swensons with the thumb shield. Easing that edge over usually will do the trick. I try to get rid of the square edges everywhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oak hill Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Ditto to above, you just want to break the edges on any area that your hand comes in contact with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmetzler01 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 Rodger that, thanks to all for sharing their experience! Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParaGunner Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Sounds like the safety needs blended to the frame a little more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMike Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 What they said above. I would also add that if the bandaid gets in your way, get yourself some liquid bandaid available at most drug stores for about $6 a bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc7x7 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 After u do all that Shoot a lot and you'll developed a callus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
repins1911 Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 Unless it is a lot of material, don't dremel. Stick with 2000 grit sand paper and crocus cloth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoyGlock Posted February 20, 2015 Share Posted February 20, 2015 After u do all that Shoot a lot and you'll developed a callus Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmetzler01 Posted February 20, 2015 Author Share Posted February 20, 2015 That is almost the same point where mine is chewing into my hand! Mine is just about 3/16th forward towards the palm. Thanks all ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoyGlock Posted February 21, 2015 Share Posted February 21, 2015 That is almost the same point where mine is chewing into my hand! Mine is just about 3/16th forward towards the palm. Thanks all ! Thats more painfull coz the tissues are softer there and the pressure from the gun is more intense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ultimo-Hombre Posted February 21, 2015 Share Posted February 21, 2015 Build up that callus amigo... You know you are on the right path of manliness when your hands are callused from excessive pistol shooting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGS Posted February 21, 2015 Share Posted February 21, 2015 After u do all that Shoot a lot and you'll developed a callus +1 Do both. Smoothany place the gun is rubbing your hand and shoot/dryfire enough to build calluses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmetzler01 Posted February 22, 2015 Author Share Posted February 22, 2015 Build up that callus amigo... You know you are on the right path of manliness when your hands are callused from excessive pistol shooting! We'll said - lol! Thanks to all and great input! Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howa4au Posted February 22, 2015 Share Posted February 22, 2015 Had the same problem when I got my Edge. I kept thinking I would get around to smoothing it out, but as I kept putting it off I developed the callous- problem solved. Procrastination can pay off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmetzler01 Posted February 24, 2015 Author Share Posted February 24, 2015 Had the same problem when I got my Edge. I kept thinking I would get around to smoothing it out, but as I kept putting it off I developed the callous- problem solved. Procrastination can pay off Nice!! I'm on that plan myself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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