A strong grip enables you to maintain control of your handgun in all situations

The most important thing you can do to shoot your handgun accurately is to have a strong grip. By having a strong grip, you have a foundation which you can build on.

Simply put, a strong grip helps you manage recoil. Every time you shoot, recoil is felt from the energy that propels the bullet out of the barrel. The result pretty much rocks your world, making the gun move in your hands, taking you off target, and throwing your sight picture out the window.

When you have a strong grip you are better equipped to deal with the effects of recoil. By reducing the effects of recoil you will be able to fire faster more accurate follow up shots.

What kind of grip texture is best?

It all depends on the way you use your gun and your personal preference.

If you open carry, shoot mainly at the range, and do not concealed carry an aggressive texture will give you the strongest grip. The drawbacks of an aggressive grip texture is that it is abrasive, it can damage your clothing, wear through your skin, and damage things that repeatedly come in contact with it.

If you’re looking for a more versatile grip texture, rubber is a great solution. It is comfortable against your skin, it will not damage clothes or print when concealed. Most people find a rubber grip texture to be the best solution to their gun grip needs.

How can you improve your grip?

You can stipple your gun which permanently modifies the surface of your gun. This method takes time or a good amount of money,and it is not reversible if you don’t like it. Stippling can void the gun manufacturer's warranty.

Another option is to apply a stick on gun grip like a TALON Grip. TALON Grips makes custom grips for over 300 different firearms. The grips are durable, lasting 1-3 years with heavy use. They are available in 2 different grip textures, Rubber and Granulate so you shouldn't have a problem finding a texture that suits your needs. If you decide you want to take them off they come off cleanly, the adhesive comes off with the grip instead of sticking to the gun.

TALON Textures

The more aggressive TALON Grip texture is called Granulate. It’s similar to the texture of 100 grit sandpaper. This texture is often used by the military, law enforcement, and competitive shooters. The grip provided is outstanding however it can be too much for some people and uses such as concealed carry. If you don’t have tough hands you may want to consider TALON Grips Rubber texture.

TALON Grips Rubber texture is very popular and versatile. It provides strong grip without being abrasive. If you want versatility and comfort this is the grip texture for you. The rubber texture is available in 2 colors, Black and Moss. Moss is TALON’s version of Flat Dark Earth.

TALON Grips are custom cut and available for over 300 firearms. They are available online at TalonGunGrips.com and at many retailers.