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How many of you use the slide release on your auto pistol?
Posted on 5/15/13 at 10:30 pm
Posted on 5/15/13 at 10:30 pm
I ask this because When I was trained to shoot an automatic many moons ago we were taught to grab the slide and pull it back instead of using the release. We were taught to do so because one generally loses control of fine motor skills in high stress situations and if someone is poppin off rounds at you it can be very difficult to find that little button. Grabbing the slid and pulling it back does not require nearly as much coordination and even if you are shaking like a leaf you can do it. Any conflicting thoughts on this?
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Posted on 5/15/13 at 10:32 pm to DanTiger
Most compact guns made for concealed carry don't even have slide releases. I rarely use mine.
Posted on 5/15/13 at 10:39 pm to DanTiger
I use both, when you run dry and the slide locks to the rear, you reload and release the slide.
But I dont have any automatics, only semi-autos, but I'm sure they function the same.
But I dont have any automatics, only semi-autos, but I'm sure they function the same.
Posted on 5/15/13 at 10:40 pm to DanTiger
I've always done the same the for the exact reason you mentioned.
Posted on 5/15/13 at 11:18 pm to DanTiger
This is where the sideways gangsta hold prevails. The way the pistol is angled, the release naturally rests right on your thumb.
Posted on 5/15/13 at 11:21 pm to DanTiger
Newer pistols have far less pronounced slide releases. Add in the stress factor and grabbing the slide is a better idea.
Posted on 5/15/13 at 11:26 pm to DanTiger
I do the same. I was taught that slamming metal on metal is bad so I basically power stroke on every reload.
Posted on 5/15/13 at 11:27 pm to Springfield XD
I've always just grabbed the slide and pulled. More instinctive too IMO.
Posted on 5/15/13 at 11:35 pm to DanTiger
I use the slide release on my Glock. It's natural and more instinctive for me. Been doing it so long that its natural motion.
An unfamiliar firearm and I'd def just pull the slide
An unfamiliar firearm and I'd def just pull the slide
Posted on 5/16/13 at 2:57 am to DanTiger
I use the slide release.
If its empty I relieve the tension by pulling back on slide then hit the release and lower it slowly
If its empty I relieve the tension by pulling back on slide then hit the release and lower it slowly
Posted on 5/16/13 at 5:07 am to DanTiger
I was told not to use the slide release because it causes excessive wear. No idea if this is true or not.
Posted on 5/16/13 at 5:16 am to hypnos
I use the slide release.
Looks cooler.
Looks cooler.
Posted on 5/16/13 at 7:37 am to Nodust
I pull back on the slide a little to take some pressure off the release then press it.
Posted on 5/16/13 at 8:09 am to DanTiger
My biggest concern about grabbing the slide is accidentally activating a decocking lever. I've seen this happen more times than I care to recall.
Of course, it's not an issue if you don't have a decocking lever on your slide.
Yes and No.
This comes from Military Training Center (MTC) armorers who lack budgets or supply for periodic slide release replacements (or just plain lazy). So tons of past recruits who had this policy screamed at them 20-40 years ago have been out in society repeating that same line for just as long.
Yes there is more wear in the context of getting the hell used out of it at a MTC. However, you as an individual will never put that kind of wear on it, so it's not an issue.
I use the slide release...MUCH faster. Easy on a 1911.
...hmmm...so THAT'S what they call it these days, eh?
Of course, it's not an issue if you don't have a decocking lever on your slide.
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I was told not to use the slide release because it causes excessive wear. No idea if this is true or not.
Yes and No.
This comes from Military Training Center (MTC) armorers who lack budgets or supply for periodic slide release replacements (or just plain lazy). So tons of past recruits who had this policy screamed at them 20-40 years ago have been out in society repeating that same line for just as long.
Yes there is more wear in the context of getting the hell used out of it at a MTC. However, you as an individual will never put that kind of wear on it, so it's not an issue.
I use the slide release...MUCH faster. Easy on a 1911.
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...I basically power stroke on every reload.
...hmmm...so THAT'S what they call it these days, eh?
Posted on 5/16/13 at 8:38 am to CoastieGM
I do both, but mainly use slide release. Although the slide release on my XDM and XDS are impossible to use in my left hand.
Posted on 5/16/13 at 8:50 am to CoastieGM
i use my slide release pretty much every time
my slide release is also my decocking lever
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Of course, it's not an issue if you don't have a decocking lever on your slide.
my slide release is also my decocking lever
Posted on 5/16/13 at 9:02 am to poe tay toes
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my slide release is also my decocking lever
What weapon is that on? (PS: I'm stuck in the stone ages)
Posted on 5/16/13 at 9:12 am to CoastieGM
walther p5
This post was edited on 5/16/13 at 9:13 am
Posted on 5/16/13 at 9:16 am to DrTyger
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I was taught that slamming metal on metal is bad so I basically power stroke on every reload.
Can you offer a brief explanation ??
Posted on 5/16/13 at 9:23 am to FelicianaTigerfan
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I use the slide release on my Glock. It's natural and more instinctive for me. Been doing it so long that its natural motion.
Way back when I went through the academy we were punished if the slide release was employed. We were forced to pull the slide back and it is something I have always done since I went through training.
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