The "Ready Gun" Position.

[Adam Helmer]

Esox357,

You may have a point since far too many leos are not really familiar with their firearms. In gravest extreme, the adrenelin rush in two cases I know of caused two LEOs to pull frantically on the front of their triggerguards and did not get off a shot when a shot was needed very badly. Up to that time they both had their trigger fingers dutifully extended above the trigger along the frame. Both of these people only shot their guns twice a year at qualification.

When you are watching events unfold, seeking cover and deciding to shoot, trying to ACQUIRE the trigger of your gun may be just one second too many to survive. If the trigger is sought in haste, it could cause an accidential discharge. If anyone prefers the "extended above the trigger" mode in Condition 1, so be it. I do not see that mode of carry as being safer than the finger in the trigger guard, especially for people who are familiar with their firearms. I will continue to keep light contact between my trigger finger and trigger.

Adam