TheFrontRange
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(I'm not sure if this question is best suited to Strategies & Tactics or Handguns: Autoloaders)
For 1911-platform pistols, what is / are the typical training recommendations for when to release the thumb-safety (assuming cocked-and-locked carry to begin with) when practicing / preparing for defensive shooting?
In my own periodic mirror-drills and when on the range, I've begun developing the habit of releasing the safety right after drawing, while I'm bringing the pistol up in line with the target. During these practice sessions I will alternately assume a "shoot" or "no-shoot" solution, finger not entering the triggerguard unless "shoot" is the call.
My assumption here has been that if a scenario warrants having the pistol unholstered in the first place, it had better be ready-to-go (safety off) in case it's needed further. Alternately, "shoot" or "no-shoot," I've been cultivating the habit of finger off trigger - reapply thumb safety - reholster.
Granted, I'm sort of on-my-own thus far with such practice as I've not yet attended any formal shooting training with a 1911.
Any and all thoughts and input is appreciated!
For 1911-platform pistols, what is / are the typical training recommendations for when to release the thumb-safety (assuming cocked-and-locked carry to begin with) when practicing / preparing for defensive shooting?
In my own periodic mirror-drills and when on the range, I've begun developing the habit of releasing the safety right after drawing, while I'm bringing the pistol up in line with the target. During these practice sessions I will alternately assume a "shoot" or "no-shoot" solution, finger not entering the triggerguard unless "shoot" is the call.
My assumption here has been that if a scenario warrants having the pistol unholstered in the first place, it had better be ready-to-go (safety off) in case it's needed further. Alternately, "shoot" or "no-shoot," I've been cultivating the habit of finger off trigger - reapply thumb safety - reholster.
Granted, I'm sort of on-my-own thus far with such practice as I've not yet attended any formal shooting training with a 1911.
Any and all thoughts and input is appreciated!