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Meet the STK Series | Striker-Fired Pistols with 1911 Feel

// Concealed Carry and Self Defense, Home Defense, 1911 Pistols

Meet the STK Series | Striker-Fired Pistols with 1911 Feel

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How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 2 | Grip & More

// 1911 Pistols

How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 2 | Grip & More

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Do you have control of recoil while you're shooting? You may not be managing it efficiently. 

In our last blog, we discussed how your stance may be causing more recoil. Read about that first here. Now, let's cover how your grip, firearm choice and firearm assembly may affect your recoil management. 

How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 1 | Stance

// 1911 Pistols

How to Reduce Recoil During Shooting | Part 1 | Stance

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Do you feel you have the best control of your recoil when you’re shooting? You may be making one of the most common mistakes made by a shooter.

“Your shooting is a challenge, and taking on a challenge is a lot like riding a horse. If you're comfortable while you're doing it, you're probably doing it wrong,” said John McClain of Team Armscor.

Let’s break down why popular stances like Weaver might be slowing you down, what grip techniques actually work, and how you can shoot with greater control.