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Black Moshannon:
This might seem crazy but I’m going to pinch grip. I played with it today, using the assisted grip with the index and middle finger down on the string. I’ve heard that’s called secondary? Using my heaviest bow (55#) I was able to draw to an anchor spot with the back of my thumb resting under my cheekbone and aim the arrow. I was able to achieve good back tension. The pinch grip draw lengthened my draw somewhat. Currently experimenting to see where I should put my draw check on the arrow, since I use that as a mental trigger to release. I’m thinking around 26.5-27 inches. I’m also working on a special leather tab which fits the finger orientation. I’m also making flared nock inserts which insert into a drilled out spot in my shoot shafts, which fortunately have a handy hollow pith. I have to say, the arrow flight was beautiful with this release. Im thinking this draw has the advantage of like a three under Mediterranean in that it allows the arrow to be anchored close under the eye; but with the added advantage that you don’t have to have a set nock point and clip on nocks. The thumb keeps the nock where it needs to be. I’ll post some pics of my new flared nock arrows. Really excited about this. All my gear is more native style, why not shoot that way too

aznboi3644:
I’ve been shooting a tertiary pinch grip since I got into this stuff over 12 years ago.  The pinch grip does require a different spine than a hooked grip and release.  Just something I have noticed

Black Moshannon:

--- Quote from: aznboi3644 on January 24, 2022, 01:03:19 am ---I’ve been shooting a tertiary pinch grip since I got into this stuff over 12 years ago.  The pinch grip does require a different spine than a hooked grip and release.  Just something I have noticed

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That’s great. How is the accuracy for you?  Do you need a heavier or lighter spine?

TimBo:
You must have some pretty good finger strength!  I have played around with tertiary grip a bit (I believe that is what you are describing) and found usable draw weight to be lower than with my usual Mediterranean grip. 

Black Moshannon:
I don’t know if it’s grip strength or how the fingers are oriented. I locked my thumb over the top of my index finger which is curled around the string and the middle finger is around the string under that. There is some amount of pinching going on but I think it’s more a stabilizing effect. I don’t know, still learning to work it out. I have to say, the leather tab makes a world of difference. I remember the first time I shot Mediterranean, I had to have a glove cause it hurt my fingers. I would imagine learning pinch grip is similar. Awkward and slightly painful at first

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