IPSC Production class does forbid the practice of thumb-cocking the first shot. Appendix D4-17:
Quote:
17. Single-action-only handguns are prohibited. Handguns with external hammers must be fully decocked. First
shot attempted must be double action.
|
IDPA, on the other hand, does not clearly forbid thumb-cocking in SSP class, stating only that you must
Quote:
Begin hammer down for selective DA/SA pistols.
|
( '05 rulebook 2. H)