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Old March 14, 2008, 04:41 PM   #28
Steli
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On the other hand i believe we all agree that one never puts the finger into the trigger guard when just pointing a gun at a suspect in order to have him comply with one's orders. Same goes for scanning the surroundings after shots have been fired. In these circumstances finger outside the trigger guard is the only correct and safe way in my opinion.

Does this change a little with a double action revolver? (and not cocked)

I don't believe a DA revolver changes it. The problem is that with your finger on the trigger it still only takes around 10 pounds to overcome a DA trigger. If you do get startled while having your finger on the trigger, your reflex will most likely kick in and your finger will produce easily 10 pounds of pressure thus leading to an unintentional discharge.
We have watched a video on this subject at the academy and the conclusion was to always keep your finger off the trigger until you have decided to fire.
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