gripping a carbine

[gogetaglock]

i am new to the rifle world ( less than 3 months ) and was wondering for combat style use is gripping it around the magwell good or bad thanks

[Samson1]

i am new to the rifle world ( less than 3 months ) and was wondering for combat style use is gripping it around the magwell good or bad thanks

There are plenty of proper ways. If you're looking for the latest "cool" looking style just check out half the clowns on YouTube. If you're looking for the proper way to employ your weapon effectively, I would look to the training section, then get some ammo and find a good carbine course close to you. Remember to keep an open mind.

[Traveshamockery]

i am new to the rifle world ( less than 3 months ) and was wondering for combat style use is gripping it around the magwell good or bad thanks

This style is out of vogue with most reputable trainers I'm aware of. As suggested, take a class with a good trainer - it's well worth the money.

[markm]

It's A method. As long as you keep your hand from causing ejection malfs.

Most people are running a more forward hold on the handguards. Position and situation dictate it for me.

I don't get locked in to any single technique.

[bigwagon]

These are the approved stances:

[markm]

This style is out of vogue with most reputable trainers I'm aware of.

This nails it. The trainers are constantly changing what is en vogue to keep the classes full.

I think people should try stuff and God forbid... THINK FOR THEMSELVES.

[dash1]

An analogy that LAV uses is that you wouldn't grip a broom with your hands close together, because you wouldn't have any leverage. The same holds true for a rifle/carbine. To gain leverage and more control, I would recommend placing your support hand as far forward as is comfortably possible.

[markm]

An analogy that LAV uses is that you wouldn't grip a broom with your hands close together, because you wouldn't have any leverage. The same holds true for a rifle/carbine. To gain leverage and more control, I would recommend placing your support hand as far forward as is comfortably possible.

And you wouldn't hold a fishing pole out at the front end because your arms would fatigue and shake in short order.

The broom analogy is equally retarded.

[gogetaglock]

dude those pics are awesome. I am saving for a carbine course already I hope to secure a course from Jason falla soon thanks for everything guys

[6933]

Around the magwell is not taught by reputable instructors. As has been said, you really, really need to train with a quality instructor. Some excellent ones: TigerSwan, Kyle DeFoor, Kyle Lamb, Northern Red, Jason Falla, Larry Vickers, Jeff Gonzalez, Paul Howe, Dave Harrington, Haley Strategic, and EAG come to mind. All of these except EAG have Special Operations experience.