racer-x Posted December 23, 2018 Share Posted December 23, 2018 I've used a *thumb rest [generic]* a few years now, but started having some pain in my left thumb a month ago. Could be unrelated to shooting and could be I started using more force on thumb than I am aware of. As a test, I shot a bunch of drills with my thumb under the rest yesterday and the gun still returned to POA very quickly. Was a little surprised actually with how nicely the gun handled and my hits (bill drill, etc.). Anyway, took it off to revisit how I shoot without the rest and extra point of contact for a while. Another thing I noticed, was that my support hand is making more contact with the grip when not using the thumb rest. The grip on my Chaos is very aggressive - new points of contact are easy to identify Just curious if anyone else has decided to remove their thumb rests, and if so, why. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acsr Posted December 23, 2018 Share Posted December 23, 2018 I began with one, took it off and shot with out it for about 1.5 years, recently(one match) reinstalled it, actually felt my first few dry fire sessions were better due to the thumb forward with no pedal instinct was translating aggressively applying forward grip pressure, so in short ill stick with it on for a bit, not enough live for to say one way or another is better, but honestly it felt pretty good reinstalled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davidp1911 Posted December 23, 2018 Share Posted December 23, 2018 A gas pedal is a huge benefit. I've been using one for the past 20 years. What brand you using? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clint U66 Posted December 23, 2018 Share Posted December 23, 2018 I think they are beneficial also. I believe you may have to experiment a little to find the one that fits you best. I tried all kinds before I settled on anything. You may find that the placement of one is way different from another. I always noticed on a couple that I tried and some that other guys use that it literally causes my hand to lose contact with certain parts of the grip like you mentioned experiencing. I prefer on that sits a little lower and not as far forward.......those were the ones that got my grip a little screwed up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davidp1911 Posted December 23, 2018 Share Posted December 23, 2018 I agree, I've tried a few and settled on a GoGun racer cut. I even use a GoGun on my Origin 12 shotgun for 3gun and will droo.one on my Veprcat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racer-x Posted December 23, 2018 Author Share Posted December 23, 2018 I've used the GoGun original and most recently the racer cut mounted in both the forward and back positions. It feels a little more natural in the forward position to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vgdvc Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Does anyone have any experiences or comments about the double Alpha adjustable model? I bought one to put on my Limited pistol a while back never did. I just acquired a new open gun with none on it and may consider trying it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 I've never used a thumb rest on my TruBor. Don't see the need for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Those without thumbs rarely need them ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dranoel Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 I tried a friends gun with a thumbrest a couple times. I found that the gun stopped muzzle down about 10 degrees. Never shot one after that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dranoel Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 11 minutes ago, Steve RA said: Those without thumbs rarely need them ! It that was the case I should REALLY need one, 'cause I'm ALL thumbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 1 hour ago, Steve RA said: Those without thumbs rarely need them ! Now, I could really use a knuckle rest. (Since I'm a knuckle dragger). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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tyman1876 Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 In my humble opinion a thumb rest should be used as an anchor point but a majority of people use it as a pressure point. This will effect how the dot tracks quite a bit. Instead of straight up and down you get a slight sideways wave. I don’t use one because I think a proper grip won’t be made better with a thumb rest present. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funflyr Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 What do most people prefer the GoGun racer cut or extreme? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NamesNotMike Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 I have some thumb pain on and off myself. I personal like the thumb rest that are flatter more like the original one on the DVC's that mounted under the ret dot mount. It felt better then the GoGun to me, GoGun just felt to straight up and down, the RHT feels better because its flatter. So maybe removing it or a flatter one is the answer for you also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvmojo Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 I tried the GoGun but the angle was too steep, i.e., my thumb was pointed too high. This was exacerbated by the fact that I have a horizontal mount for my C-More slide ride. With the GoGun, my thumb really wouldn't fit under the mount. I switched to a plastic Arrendondo and am pleased with it. It helps with flatter shooting, but more importantly, helps me get the exact same grip on the gun every time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posvar Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 I have used lots of the traditional ones and find them as a great point of contact to get a proper and consistent grip on the gun. Too far forward and you lose real estate on the grip. I’m now testing a Nitro Fin 2.0 on my open gun and like it as it’s closer to your hand. It’s all I use on my limited guns it feels great. Time will tell if it stays on the open gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvmojo Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 Got a gas pedal on my new (to me) Steel Master with a horizontal C-More slide ride. I'm finding it difficult to consistently get a good grip on the draw because my left thumb hits the C-More rather than going under it to hit the gas pedal. I'm sure a lot of dry fire draw practice would solve this, but I'm considering taking the gas pedal off and just shooting with both thumbs forward like I did for years with a single stack 1911. Muscle memory is great until you want to change what you trained for! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbrowngmc Posted February 4, 2019 Share Posted February 4, 2019 I don’t use it as a way to help with muzzle flip, but I love it as a point of reference. I find that my thumb contacts it first and basically guides my support hand into where it should be. Just my two cents[emoji2371]Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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