Is it cheating if you use your thumb on the other hand to hold down the handle that's aligned with the palm that's gripping the gripper?
940405
To get certified on heavy grippers (#3 or greater), you can 'set it' with your opposite hand; squeezing just enough to allow a credit card to pass through the handles. This is called Credit Card Setting and is allowed in the rule book for Ironmind Captains of Crush if you want to get certified in the record books. As for training, squeeze with both hands if you have to. I train with a #3 and have to crush with both hands to perform negative and hold for time. I can't crush a #3 yet, but because I train with one, I can rep a #2 and on good days, a #2.5.
940406
The credit card thing is because they want you to buy their overpriced equipment with the card.You are being brainwashed. A LEGIT CLOSE IS UNASSISTED. you don't start a bench with a credit card between your chest and the bar do you??
940407
Depends. If you wanna brag that you can close it, then yes it is cheating because it needs to be unassisted. But if you're training, then no. When your hand gets fatigued you can do some cheat reps with aid from the other. You can also get the assistance to close the gripper, release the supporting hand and trying to keep it closed to work on negatives.
940408
credit card is legit and in the rule books. I actually have taken a card out and I have it measured quite well now and dont need the CC. Just closed #2, onto 2.5!
1114534
There is a safety mechanism (the orange button on top of the handle in the image) that has to be thumbed at the same time you squeeze the trigger with your other fingers (the trigger is under the handle, and is pulled up by your fingers at the same time your thumb is holding down the safety on top). That might present a problem. Of course, you could probably find a way of taping the safety in the unlocked position so that you don't have to worry about it, but then the tool becomes, well, less safe to use.
965118
I actually never used it.. turns out was not worth the purchase, been in a drawer. However I don't see that the grip would cause any issues.
1152062
I think it is suited mostly towards a palm grip. I would find it difficult to use using a claw grip.
439200
You can use both hands or you can hold it in one hand. Personally, I think it's easier to use with one hand. I put one handle in the crook of my thumb and the other I hold with the ends of my fingers. I hope this helps!
184112
These can be used left handed but there maybe some discomfort. The rubber parts of the handle are molded for a rightie, if you use it leftie, then your thumb will butt up against the inside edge of the handle. I wouldn't recommend it.
803717
It is set up for right handed use, I do not believe it would be comfortable to use left handed. I suppose you could just keep your thumb next to your other fingers but I don't think the glove would stay on properly. It is set up like a mitten, a place for your thumb and the rest of your fingers go in the other side. The comb side is only on one side of the glove and not both sides.
1904250
Yes, the finger grooves are on both sides of the handle. It doesn't feel bad against the palm, but it takes a little getting used to.
1197932
Not at all, it works great. You can do 4 fingers at a time and then both thumbs, still very quick and effective.
601644
I don't see why not...you can rotation the handle with any hand and hold the other handle with the other hand.
1148298
Generally, no. But if the grip and pin that secures the grip are modified, it is possible. You can find some of this information with an online search.
1981261
No problem here ... index finger on bottom, thumb, with slight pressure, on middle part ... move thumb ...
803716
It is mitten shaped and thus the thumb would not be usable by someone left handed. I can put my entire left hand into the mitten and let the thumb dangle (or you could pin it out of the way) but I don't know how comfortable it would be to use that way.
110333
no. you don't have a good way of holding the correct angle on the tool. If you don't need a perfect angle, you might be able to free hand it.
2196753
I don't think it is because the button is right where your hand will be anyway on the handle.
1998728
I do own one of these CT laser grips but I am not a southpaw. I would say that it depends in how you position your thumbs with a two handed grip. I think it is possible to position your thumbs in a way that does not interfere with the laser and grip the firearm securely, but it may involve an adjustment to your current grip and lots of practice.
662809
You can but the thumb recess is not very deep for larger hands I think it could be a problem. Hammer and Icepick seem to be better suited to the handle.