Shooting Gloves?

Fantabulous · Jun 21, 2013

Hi all. I'm adjusting to my 640 Centennial snubbie for concealed carry, and after a day at the range in which I fire 50ish .38 Specials, I always have hand pain for several days after which I am experiencing now after a visit yesterday.

I think it obvious at this point that padded shooting gloves would be a benefit to me, I'm just not sure what to get. Of course I'd like something economical, but rescuing my hand is of utmost importance.

Yesterday was the first time I fired full load .357s out of that revolver, and they had quite the kick. I had to stop after firing 3 rounds in reasonably close succession as I wanted to finish my box of .38 Specials and literally felt like if I kept firing those .357s, the pain would cause me to have impaired control of my hand. I've fired a box of 50 .38 Specials and a box of 20 low flash/low recoil Buffalo Bore .357s though had the usual hand pain several days following. I'd really like to not have to take 3-4 days hand recovery after each range visit.

Thanks for any ideas.

N55BZ · Jun 21, 2013

Try different grips. I have a Mod. 19 snubbie with round grips. Shooting it with the factory stocks is brutal. I tried Pachmyr rubber grips and they were very comfortable, but were a bit sticky when carried in my pocket. I found a pair of rosewood grips from Brownell's which are comfortable to shoot and are not sticky. My wife carries a Ruger SP-101. The factory grips are pretty brutal with full house loads but, we found some Hogue grips which make it bearable.

The above comments are regarding .357 rounds. Using mid-range and target loads for the majority of the practice is lots more comfortable. We end up practice sessions with a few of the full house carry laods.

I don't think that the gloves would be much of a help unless you plan to wear them all of the time. I could never wear them-- I remember a comment my grandfather made long ago when we were shooting his 1911... "anyone who wears gloves to shoot a pistol priobably has lace on his drawers." It was years before I wore gloves for any reason.

Kindest regards,

Bill

mc5aw · Jun 21, 2013

If they're that painful, you should stop playing around with .357s otherwise you might end up with a serious hand injury that prevents you from shooting for an extended period of time.

Some folks use golf gloves, cycle gloves, weightlifting gloves. Leather palms are usually adequate, but gel palms are even better if you're into big recoil handguns.

surveyor_nm · Jun 21, 2013

PAST recoil control gloves
I think Midway has them

shouldazagged · Jun 21, 2013

Any snubby with .357 Magnums is going to be more than a handful, in my opinion. With .38 Special +P, which is plenty for me for self-defense, I use Pachmayr Compacs on a 640 pre-.357 model, and even with severe arthritis in my hands they are comfortable to shoot. They cover the backstrap and give a high, secure hold that works very well with the Centennial frame. I don't find the ones I use sticky, and don't recall that they ever were when I put them on the gun over twelve years ago. It's possible newer production is tackier, but I hope not. Mine have been great and I pocket carry the 640 every day.

colt_saa · Jun 21, 2013

Look for something with the gel pads

Forget about trying to get by cheap, get the right stuff and protect your joints

cal50 · Jun 21, 2013

Everyone has their limits to endure recoil. The only gun I have been tempted to use a glove with is my 500's. If you have a light weight gun firing magnum loads it can be as punishing or more.

snubbyfan · Jun 21, 2013

I agree with the others that say to try a grip change. As far as I'm concerned you should practice with your concealed carry gun equipped the same as when you carry it. I don't have arthritis but I do have peripheral neuropathy giving me weakness in my hands and wrists. I replaced the grips on my 442 with Pachmayr Compact grips and that works for me. I can shoot with accuracy and conceal carry either in my pocket or on my belt.

sac-gunslinger · Jun 21, 2013

Pachmayr sells a grip called the dDcelerator, slightly large grip with rubber that gives some cushioning. Great way to overcome flinch caused by excessive recoil.

I have a 640, nice gun. I shoot standard pressure 38s in it figuring hitting the target where I want to hit it is preferrable to missing it with an impressively heavy load.

Rpg · Jun 21, 2013

Shoot target loads - 148 WC at 800 fps or so. Forget about the whiz bang ammo. You're much better off with something you can shoot comfortably than something that hurts you!

Bell (the guy who shot over 1,000 elephant with a 7 x 57 Mauser) discussed the advertising about big elephant guns, remarking that they made a big deal about the big impact they deliver to the animal but never discuss the impact on the shooter!

Grips can help but, unless you plan on wearing your gloves all the time, you're better off shooting something pleasant than something that beats you to death!

bigfreakinrevolver · Jun 21, 2013

Get different grips, what good is it to use a gloves for practice and then for when the time comes not use them. Unless you wear gloves all the time anyways and in that case I'd move to a warmer state lol.

raveneap · Jun 21, 2013

Several years ago I was recovering from carpal tunnel surgery and was lookng for some type of support shooting glove. Found one in the S&W catalog and ordered it. Worked well but as was said earlier, if you're thinking sbout a glove. remeber you have to wear it every time. Fine for range but that's about
it.

planojack · Jun 21, 2013

Why not follow the trend of most folks that I know. Use mild practice loads and finish with a few of the serious social rounds. I cast a 112 grain wadcullter bullet that shoots a little low, but is so pleasant to shoot. Some years ago, one of the top gun writers bragged about all the Magnums he shot, until he had his hand and wrist xrayed. Multiple hairline fractures ended his handgun fun,

cal50 · Jun 21, 2013

I broke my right wrist years ago in a MC accident. I am right handed and recoil bothered me for a while afterwards. What I learned (for me) it's the snap of the recoil that bothered me most. Heavy guns with heavy recoil was not bad, lightweight guns and magnum loads cause pain if that makes any sense.
I would rather shoot my 500 than a scandium frame mag with heavy bullets.

Fantabulous · Jun 21, 2013

Well I have a new Crimson Trace grip, the larger-sized one for J-frames. It's made of rubber. Even without tinkering with the full .357 loads, the day after shooting I get hand pain for a few days just by blowing off a box of 50 .38 Specials, such as I have right now.

I'll definitely look at these PAST professional shooting gloves and look up the gels. I appreciate the help a ton.

Fantabulous · Jun 21, 2013

planojack said:
Why not follow the trend of most folks that I know. Use mild practice loads and finish with a few of the serious social rounds. I cast a 112 grain wadcullter bullet that shoots a little low, but is so pleasant to shoot. Some years ago, one of the top gun writers bragged about all the Magnums he shot, until he had his hand and wrist xrayed. Multiple hairline fractures ended his handgun fun,

I can believe firing a lot of magnums would do that. I do use mild practice loads - the .38 Special, and then usually do some low recoil .357s. This time I tried the full load .357. Ouchers!

vipermd · Jun 21, 2013

Fantabulous said:
Well I have a new Crimson Trace grip, the larger-sized one for J-frames. It's made of rubber. Even without tinkering with the full .357 loads, the day after shooting I get hand pain for a few days just by blowing off a box of 50 .38 Specials, such as I have right now.

I'll definitely look at these PAST professional shooting gloves and look up the gels. I appreciate the help a ton.

Were these the grips you were using on your first post? Your grips may be the problem. It depends on angle,material, wgt, caliber. My 500 SW with 4" is "comfortable" with heavy 600-700 gr loads, the 7.5" BFR with same loads will give you a tendonitis with 3 rds. If mild 38's cause pain after 50 rds, try 25 twice a week,if you still are getting pain you should see an orthopedic surgeon to rule out damage to bones ( since I do not know if this pain is normal for you). You may need to look at going to a softer recoiling gun. Good luck. Be Safe,

Fantabulous · Jun 22, 2013

Well I am a new gun owner and this was my 3rd visit to the range. Specifically where it hurts in my hand is where the back of the grip rests, which is the webbing between my thumb and index finger. It's "ground zero" of the recoil absorption, I think. The rest of my hand is fine. I don't feel bone pain; what I feel is like a deep bruise in the tissue in this location.

I would say that as far as the grips goes, the Crimson Trace rubber grip I have on it now is better than the original rubber factory grip. My discomfort is not as intense.

There is no specific .38 Special round I use, I've been using whatever is available and costs the least, so I've used different kinds. I have Remingtons and some other box I bought at the range yesterday I don't recall off the top of my head.

One .357 mag ammo I have used decently is the Buffalo Bore low flash-low recoil. It's much easier on my hand and I have better follow-up ability. One I'm also looking at trying out is one made for snubbies, such as this one. I'm going to look around more, also.

As for the PAST Shooting Gloves goes, I see a lot of bad reviews about them literally falling apart at the seams, which is unfortunate. It sounds like other than that, they work well.

stc1 · Jun 22, 2013

Fantabulous said:
Hi all. I'm adjusting to my 640 Centennial snubbie for concealed carry, and after a day at the range in which I fire 50ish .38 Specials, I always have hand pain for several days after which I am experiencing now after a visit yesterday.

I think it obvious at this point that padded shooting gloves would be a benefit to me, I'm just not sure what to get. Of course I'd like something economical, but rescuing my hand is of utmost importance.

Yesterday was the first time I fired full load .357s out of that revolver, and they had quite the kick. I had to stop after firing 3 rounds in reasonably close succession as I wanted to finish my box of .38 Specials and literally felt like if I kept firing those .357s, the pain would cause me to have impaired control of my hand. I've fired a box of 50 .38 Specials and a box of 20 low flash/low recoil Buffalo Bore .357s though had the usual hand pain several days following. I'd really like to not have to take 3-4 days hand recovery after each range visit.

Thanks for any ideas.

I have a S+W 642 and with arthritis it does wear on me even though I shoot .38's. It's not for everyone ( especially on a S+W forum) but what I decided to do is get the Chiappa Rhino 200 ds (2" barrel .357). I did a lot of research on it and what I found out from others with arthritic wrist's is the muzzle flip that is all but eliminated and thereby easier on the wrist. I just got it out of layaway so I'll have more to say about it later, Rick.
P.S. I love the ct grips on my 642 they do dampen the shock.

Cpo1944 · Jun 22, 2013

I have a Ruger .357 LCR which is very brutal to shoot. It is an excellent pocket pistol and I am quite happy with it when used for it`s intended purpose . I never shoot it casually . I will shoot it only enough to keep proficient with it. You will just have to remember what your little Smith was made for and use it accordingly. You will NOT notice the recoil in an emergency situation, and any pain you feel afterward will be a reminder of how lucky you were to have something so fine to protect you.
I routinely shoot my big S&W`s for target and plinking- no recoil issues with them, even in .41 & .44 mag. , but they wont fit in my pocket.

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