[pzlehr]

Hi,
I bought a Glock 26 not long ago and I really love the size of this gun and it being a Glock always helps! I have a couple G22's and a 23 and shoot them well. I went to the range with my G 26 and at 7yds, shooting WWB, did not shoot too well. At least not as well as some I have seen. One fellow at 15 yds got all head shots on one of those hostage target...all hitting the bad guy. I suffer from the low left syndrome with this pistol. I don't do this with my 1911's or other Glocks. Could the grip be on the small side for my hands I wonder? I really tried to correct the problem by not squeezing too hard, not milking it and using the pad of my trigger finger. I have a pic here. I'd be grateful to hear any suggestions on how to correct the problem...either with me or perhaps changing the grip(with a Hogue grip,etc). This is one of the best forums on the net....I appreciate everyone here

Chuck

 

[mickdundie]

Was the guy that was getting all head shots using 'your' new G26?

Mick

 

[pzlehr]

Was the guy that was getting all head shots using 'your' new G26?

Mick

No, it was his own. It was stock...no 3.5 lb trigger or anything.

Chuck

 

[DannyR]

You just have to get used to the short grip and curling your pinkie under the magazine base.

 

[Boxerglocker]

I really tried to correct the problem by not squeezing too hard, not milking it and using the pad of my trigger finger. I have a pic here. I'd be grateful to hear any suggestions on how to correct the problem...either with me or perhaps changing the grip(with a Hogue grip,etc). This is one of the best forums on the net....I appreciate everyone here

Chuck

I would have to say that in the formal training I have recieved and all the articles I have read the "Crush grip" technique, has been advocated for use with subcompact glocks. I have used that technique for years and tend to actually shoot my G27 just as well, if not better than other Glock compacts and fullsizes I have owned in the past. (within close quarter combat distances up to 15yards). Are you supporting the gun fully with your pinky finger curled under the mag floor plate?

 

[marinr]

My G27 is far more accurate than I am; on a good day I can put five rounds into one inch at seven yards. (But not every day is a good day.)

I needed intensive practice before I could do that.

 

[mickdundie]

No, it was his own. It was stock...no 3.5 lb trigger or anything.

Chuck

OK

Try bench resting your gun. Do everything you know to rule out operator error.

Hold your breath
Good, firm, two handed grip
Focus on front sight...target may be somewhat blurry

I found that on my G26 if I use more trigger finger (big knuckle on trigger) that I shoot better.

If you still hit low...try having some other folks shoot your gun. The more experienced shooter the better.

If the gun is absolutely off then you might have to adjust the rear sight a little to the right.

Your front sight will have to cover the bull to move your point of impact 'UP'

Also try some different ammo. It makes a huge difference!

I have found that Remington UMC (Green and white box) are very accurate.

Let us know if we helped.

Mick:thumbsup:

 

[SW342]

All of my guns are more accurate than me. I can hit fairly well, but my shooting buddy looks like a champ with the SAME GUNS!

 

[samuse]

My 26 makes me look good at close range. Mozambique and zippers are my 26's favorite

 

[ragu1macrider]

Try some pearce grip extensions,

 

[Glock-Twenty]

You could try drifting your rear sight and getting a shorter front sight. Then you'd be bang on. You seem to be consistantly shooting in the same spot. I'd adjust to sights to compensate and roll on.

 

[GT40]

Hi,
I bought a Glock 26 not long ago and I really love the size of this gun and it being a Glock always helps! I have a couple G22's and a 23 and shoot them well. I went to the range with my G 26 and at 7yds, shooting WWB, did not shoot too well. At least not as well as some I have seen. One fellow at 15 yds got all head shots on one of those hostage target...all hitting the bad guy. I suffer from the low left syndrome with this pistol. I don't do this with my 1911's or other Glocks. Could the grip be on the small side for my hands I wonder? I really tried to correct the problem by not squeezing too hard, not milking it and using the pad of my trigger finger. I have a pic here. I'd be grateful to hear any suggestions on how to correct the problem...either with me or perhaps changing the grip(with a Hogue grip,etc). This is one of the best forums on the net....I appreciate everyone here

Chuck

In my experience, I find the subs to be every bit as accurate as their big brothers...I suspect it all in your grip and finger position on the trigger and/or trigger control.

 

[pzlehr]

You could try drifting your rear sight and getting a shorter front sight. Then you'd be bang on. You seem to be consistantly shooting in the same spot. I'd adjust to sights to compensate and roll on.

I plan on trying some of Mickdundies advice, along with other guys suggestions about grip, but right now it has been raining all day. I was however looking at my pistol a little closer...the sights in particular. If I can I'll post a pic of it, but it is over to the left. The left side is just about even with the slide, with 2 or maybe 3x the space on the right. For now I'll wait for the rain to stop and work with my grip.

Chuck

 

[mickdundie]

I plan on trying some of Mickdundies advice, along with other guys suggestions about grip, but right now it has been raining all day. I was however looking at my pistol a little closer...the sights in particular. If I can I'll post a pic of it, but it is over to the left. The left side is just about even with the slide, with 2 or maybe 3x the space on the right. For now I'll wait for the rain to stop and work with my grip.

Chuck

You have already found the problem. If what you say is true...then the rear sight got bumped and moved to the left. It should be centered. Simply tap it to center and your hits will be Bulls EYE!!:supergrin:

Use some type of measuring device to get it centered. I make my own. I take a small piece of stiff paper and cut it in a small strip so it will fit in the sight groove on the gun. Mark the paper strip with a pen and get both sides to match the same mark...then you will be exactly centered.

I want to see the X shot out on the next target picture you post.

GooDay

Mick:thumbsup:

 

[Glock-Twenty]

If I can I'll post a pic of it, but it is over to the left. The left side is just about even with the slide, with 2 or maybe 3x the space on the right.

There ya go. I doubt your grip has anything to do with it. The Glock is a gun like any other. You don't have to hold it a special way or aim it a special way. If you're a decent shooter and it's consistantly hitting a little off. Adjust the sights.

 

[pzlehr]

There ya go. I doubt your grip has anything to do with it. The Glock is a gun like any other. You don't have to hold it a special way or aim it a special way. If you're a decent shooter and it's consistantly hitting a little off. Adjust the sights.

I moved the rear sight to the right as it was off some. Didn't do anything with the front sight yet. Still low, not quite as far left but still needs improvement. I did do the little finger thing under the mag...my group is much tighter so that's good! I shot my G22 with a LWD 9mm barrel at 15 yds with same WWB ammo and was dead on. This also has the basic Glock sights.
Here's a pic.

Chuck

 

[Glock-Twenty]

I moved the rear sight to the right as it was off some. Didn't do anything with the front sight yet. Still low, not quite as far left but still needs improvement. I did do the little finger thing under the mag...my group is much tighter so that's good! I shot my G22 with a LWD 9mm barrel at 15 yds with same WWB ammo and was dead on. This also has the basic Glock sights.
Here's a pic.

Chuck

Play with your sight picture a little. You may be placing your target on top of your front sight where was you need to cover the target with the front sight. This at the very least will bring your shot up. I didn't mean to suggest that grip isn't important. If you haven't been shooting long you'll find there are multiple grips that offer different benefits. I place both my thumbs on the slide... tends to give me a great deal of control. I was just saying that the Glock itself doesn't need a special Glock Grip or anything.