I thought we’ve all agreed by now that Paige is “fact and continuity challenged” when it comes to both a) details of vehicles, phones, guns, etc.ANDb) plausible actions of characters (All lesbians can’t possibly be as “out to lunch” as Paige depicts in the strip.)
So, let’s just lean back and let the narrative roll, else be content with contriving clever digs at a strip that is, after all, just fiction (unless some of you really think there is a beta jane android running around.)
You gun safety experts seem to never have been in a combat situation. I have, and i kept my finger on the trigger with the gun pointed in the most likely area for a target to appear.
That split second when you have to get your finger on the trigger and aim the gun may be your last.
Among other things, a person ready for combat does not have a gun with a hair trigger. The right pull is moderate, not light, not heavy. Not easy to fire a round accidentally, since the amount of pressure you have on the trigger is one of the first details you learn to keep right. The next one is how to pay attention to where your feet are. No stumbles or trips – especially no trip-wire trips.
I learned early how to adjust trigger pull. It is quite an art.
Finger off the trigger is fine when you are in a less tense situation, and have the gun out more for effect than for instant use.
In combat it is well to remember that the other person is trying to kill you first.
You can keep your finger on the front side of the trigger guide. There is essentially no delay to getting to the trigger. If your partner unexpectedly shoots with your finger on the trigger, you will likely flinch and pull the trigger hard when every muscle in your body contracts in reaction.
IF those are Glocks, then Chelle and Jill NEED to get fingers OUT of the trigger guards before they shoot someone they don’t intend to.I’ve handled a Glock before, and that damned weapon has a VERY light trigger pull. Plus, the ONLY safety on a Glock semi-automatic is ON the trigger. Police Departments swear BY the Glock; having owned one, I swear AT the damned thing.Chelle – GET YOUR FINGER OUT OF THE GUARD!
A lot of police departments use pistols that are “double action only” (DAO). This basically gives a long trigger pull, specifically to prevent inadvertently discharging the weapon.
Davison77 almost 10 years ago
Also, point your gun down; not up toward your face.
Starman1948 almost 10 years ago
Good morning fans. Chelle needs firearm safety training!
fdhefty almost 10 years ago
Paige probably hasn’t had the gun safety course yet
wesbucey almost 10 years ago
I thought we’ve all agreed by now that Paige is “fact and continuity challenged” when it comes to both a) details of vehicles, phones, guns, etc.ANDb) plausible actions of characters (All lesbians can’t possibly be as “out to lunch” as Paige depicts in the strip.)
So, let’s just lean back and let the narrative roll, else be content with contriving clever digs at a strip that is, after all, just fiction (unless some of you really think there is a beta jane android running around.)
James38 almost 10 years ago
You gun safety experts seem to never have been in a combat situation. I have, and i kept my finger on the trigger with the gun pointed in the most likely area for a target to appear.
That split second when you have to get your finger on the trigger and aim the gun may be your last.
Among other things, a person ready for combat does not have a gun with a hair trigger. The right pull is moderate, not light, not heavy. Not easy to fire a round accidentally, since the amount of pressure you have on the trigger is one of the first details you learn to keep right. The next one is how to pay attention to where your feet are. No stumbles or trips – especially no trip-wire trips.
I learned early how to adjust trigger pull. It is quite an art.
Finger off the trigger is fine when you are in a less tense situation, and have the gun out more for effect than for instant use.
In combat it is well to remember that the other person is trying to kill you first.
Lamberger almost 10 years ago
You can keep your finger on the front side of the trigger guide. There is essentially no delay to getting to the trigger. If your partner unexpectedly shoots with your finger on the trigger, you will likely flinch and pull the trigger hard when every muscle in your body contracts in reaction.
MadYank almost 10 years ago
IF those are Glocks, then Chelle and Jill NEED to get fingers OUT of the trigger guards before they shoot someone they don’t intend to.I’ve handled a Glock before, and that damned weapon has a VERY light trigger pull. Plus, the ONLY safety on a Glock semi-automatic is ON the trigger. Police Departments swear BY the Glock; having owned one, I swear AT the damned thing.Chelle – GET YOUR FINGER OUT OF THE GUARD!
Urbane Gorilla almost 10 years ago
A lot of police departments use pistols that are “double action only” (DAO). This basically gives a long trigger pull, specifically to prevent inadvertently discharging the weapon.