Glocks Rub Me The Wrong Way

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[Didnt know if this should go in the current gun hack or in the accessories forum, so I just started a thread here.]

I've owned a G17 in Gens 2,3,4 & now 5. I used them to compete in GSSF matches. They have all rubbed the bottom of my trigger finger raw. A local smith specializing in Glocks destanfully told me I was gripping it wrong. The Glock armorer at a match said he'd never heard of anyone having this problem. My hands and fingers are average. No other semi does this to me. (Includes, XDs, M&Ps, Sigs, 1911s, Shields, Rugers.....)

So to protect the finger I've tried all manner of tape and band aids. They help but are not satisfactory. Last night I bought some liquid band aid and the light bulb went off. After I got home,of course, not before I had spent my money.

Two coats of instant glue. Dries quickly, super tough. Haven't done live fire, but dry firing seems good.

I hesitate to take the file to the trigger or trigger guard on th G17 because it's not clear why this happens and whether removing some material will help or hurt.
 
I haven't heard that one, though "Glock knuckle" is common enough you could probably google it, but that affects the middle finger of the shooting hand. There are many that modify Glock frames to fix that issue.

The trigger finger issue is common with the HK folks though. I think it is with the P-Series HK's.
 
I have the same issue with my M&P FS in .40, though it only seems to affect me some days. But, to be completely honest, I am starting to believe that it might be the frame rolling in my grip, and the bottom of the trigger shoe is what is actually rubbing my finger. I am planning on doing some extended periods this spring, to try to ascertain exactly what is going on.
 
I know you said you don't want to.. But sand the inside of the trigger guard smooth with 1000 grit. there is a mold line down the middle of the guard some are worse than others.

Another thing to do is try a flat trigger..
If you have fat fingers or a low grip. the trigger geometry it is probably forcing them down to rub on the trigger guard.
 
....there is a mold line down the middle of the guard..
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Another thing to do is try a flat trigger..
If you have fat fingers or a low grip. the trigger geometry it is probably forcing them down to rub on the trigger guard.

No mold line on mine.

Need to stay stock to compete in Am-civ class

I think the latter. I may take some off the bottom of the trigger at some point, just not yet.
 
I've owned a G17 in Gens 2,3,4 & now 5. I used them to compete in GSSF matches. They have all rubbed the bottom of my trigger finger raw.
I have the same happening with G19 and G42, with the latter the worst of the two. Evidently, the power of the gun is not the deciding factor.
 
If you have the ability, try to set up a slow motion filming while you shoot. That will let you see exactly what is going on under recoil. I don’t blame you for not wanting to take a file to your gun.
 
A local smith specializing in Glocks destanfully told me I was gripping it wrong.

He is right. Glocks are completely perfect. And anything wrong with them is always your fault. Says so in the manual.

If the glue trick doesn't work out, would there be a modification allowed by GSSF to prevent the issue?
 
They have all rubbed the bottom of my trigger finger raw.

So. the way I’m reading it, you have a high grip and your trigger finger is angled down sideways and dragging on the frame of the gun.
If I am reading you correctly, just use less finger. There is no law that says your finger has to be in some magical spot on the trigger.
 
So. the way I’m reading it, you have a high grip and your trigger finger is angled down sideways and dragging on the frame of the gun.
If I am reading you correctly, just use less finger. There is no law that says your finger has to be in some magical spot on the trigger.

Agree with that except when I put less finger on the trigger my accuracy decreases.
 
[Didnt know if this should go in the current gun hack or in the accessories forum, so I just started a thread here.]

I've owned a G17 in Gens 2,3,4 & now 5. I used them to compete in GSSF matches. They have all rubbed the bottom of my trigger finger raw. A local smith specializing in Glocks destanfully told me I was gripping it wrong. The Glock armorer at a match said he'd never heard of anyone having this problem. My hands and fingers are average. No other semi does this to me. (Includes, XDs, M&Ps, Sigs, 1911s, Shields, Rugers.....)

So why do you keep going with Glocks?

I ask not to insult Glock as I think they make good guns. I just know they’re not the be all end all and other companies also make good guns.

Personally I find Glocks ugly and I hate the way they feel. The unnatural grip angle just is wrong to me.

I also prefer to buy American when a good option exists, so I prefer M&Ps.

That said, I am envious that Glock mags are so cheap. And I don’t think owning a Glock is bad if you like them and they meet your needs. But if they’re hurting your hands or you’re having issues I wonder why not try something better suited to you. Maybe an M&P or a Sig or Springfield, etc might be better for you.
 
If the glue trick doesn't work out, would there be a modification allowed by GSSF to prevent the issue?

Specifacally forbidden is non-stock parts. Don't think they'd mind some contouring of the trigger or guard. Then again I'm not very high on the score list so no ones going to check my gun unless it blatantly obvious... Like a flat trigger.
 
Hokie, I think he’s shooting GSSF matches... which are limited to Glock pistols.

I get the middle-finger blister as well when I was gripping it with a death grip. Once I lightened it a bit the blister stopped.

As for the trigger finger, try to smooth the guard and possibly change your grip a touch or it’ll just keep happening ...

Stay safe!
 
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So why do you keep going with Glocks?

I only own one and I agree with your assessment. However in order to compete in a GSSF indoor league or an outdoor match you must shoot a Glock. (They're funny that way.). They are fun matches and I've won two guns doing it. My goal is to shoot a perfect score in the indoor league and to win my division in the outdoor match.

Right now for all other semi auto shooting I use either a Sig P320 or an M&P. I compete more though with revolvers than anything else.
 
Hokie, I think he’s shooting GSSF matches... which are limited to Glock pistols.

I get the middle-finger blister as well when I was gripping it with a death grip. Once I lightened it a bit the blister stopped.

As for the trigger finger, try to smooth the guard and possibly change your grip a touch or it’ll just keep happening ...

Stay safe!

Yea sorry he did mention that.

I guess that’s why I ask why he didn’t consider other options! It’s also why I never give advice I am not certain about. Rather, offending things to think about that would help.

Do the rules require a Glock frame? If not, would one of the Poly 80% Glock clone frames with 1911 grip angles make sense?
 
That I don’t know... I know the “Stock Glock” class is really restricted, but the modified ones may allow it.

Stay safe.
 
Specifacally forbidden is non-stock parts. Don't think they'd mind some contouring of the trigger or guard

Yes I read that in the GSSF rules. I was going to suggest not use Glock but that isn't allowed in the Glock shooting competitions so it wouldn't be helpful. What I would be thinking is the rules allow stick on grips like Talons, skateboard tape etc. Maybe something soft or rubber inside the trigger guard. Or sandpaper/file/Dremel tool to cut out more space for the trigger finger.
 
I only own one and I agree with your assessment. However in order to compete in a GSSF indoor league or an outdoor match you must shoot a Glock. (They're funny that way.). They are fun matches and I've won two guns doing it. My goal is to shoot a perfect score in the indoor league and to win my division in the outdoor match.

Right now for all other semi auto shooting I use either a Sig P320 or an M&P. I compete more though with revolvers than anything else.
I'm also doing the GSSF indoor matches. I have multiple scores in the 490's, but can't seem to get the elusive 500.
 
I would rather modify the gun than modify my finger with tape or glue.
I've been around competitive shooting events all my life and have seen some pretty crazy modifications on comp guns.
Do what you have to do to keep from having pain or you shooting will suffer. You will eventually develop a flinch.
I could elaborate, but you get the idea....
 
Have you tried gloves? I'm forced to wear gloves on SWAT so I've learned over the years to shoot with them. I shoot similarly with and without gloves now.

Currently wearing SKD Pig gloves. Other guys on the team are using the new Mechanix Covert gloves with good results.
 
Have you tried gloves? .

Something I've wanted to try, but haven't got around to. It does seem like overkill for this problem though.

My only work gloves are fingerless type right now. I'll keep an eye out though for some reasonably priced ones to try.
 
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