The Problem:

Getting a solid, repeatable grip on a pistol can be difficult—especially under stress. Handguns are hard to control, particularly with hot defensive loads and especially for those with small or weak hands.

The Solution:

The Gas Pedal® Assist transforms pistols into controllable, accurate tools for everyday carry and self-defense and gives the enhanced control necessary for range and competition shooting. Combined with the Opposable Grip technique, it dramatically improves recoil control, speed, and accuracy—even for shooters without big or strong hands.

Why It Works - and why it’s better than simple “muzzle flip” thumb ledges

Pistols can be snappy and hard to control—but muzzle flip is only one part of the problem. Recoil happens in four directions:

1. Up (muzzle rise)
2. Back (rearward impulse)
3. Twist 
4. Trigger jerk (yaw or windage error)

Why is the Gas Pedal® Assist better than other products on the market?

The Gas Pedal® Assist, powered by OPP Wing® and MicroProp™ technology, helps you control all four axes. Unlike other thumb rests that only push down, our design engages your thumb actively, pressing forward and inward to counteract recoil across all four dimensions. 

Competition and Service proven: The Opposable Grip concept has been proven in competition, having dominated National and World Championships and won consecutive National Champions in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024... with rave reviews by shooters and SWAT teams. 

Key Features

• Reduces recoil — even for small or weaker hands.
• Improves accuracy — helps eliminate windage error and trigger jerk.
• Faster to master — saves ammo and training time.
• Installs quickly in just a few minutes — no gunsmithing required. Many applications simply replace the takedown lever. Other applications attach to the accessory rail (check pictures for your specific model).
• Adds only about 0.25 inches to the gun’s width — fits most holsters (minor mods may be needed for tight-fit designs).
  
• Works even for shooters with smaller hands or less grip strength.
  
• Fixes multiple shooting mistakes all at once.
  
• Over 30,000 units in the field — proven reliability.
  
• Proven in concealed carry and home defense, law enforcement, and competition.
  
• Contoured for ergonomic, no-snag thumb positioning.
  
• Allows faster skill acquisition and reduced training costs.
• Durable materials for long term use.
  
• 100% Made in the USA.

Doc’s Dream – Now in Your Hands

This drop-in upgrade brings elite control to pistols. Once a winning edge in competition, now it’s a daily advantage for self-defense. If you’ve struggled to manage recoil—or want to shoot faster, better, and more confidently—this is the part for you.

“Just put your off-hand thumb on the Gas Pedal®, and squeeze. It’s that simple.”

 
Using the Gas Pedal® Assist

• Push your off-hand thumb toward the bore – not straight down.
• If your thumb slips, your angle is incorrect.
• DO NOT start with an old-school “palms locked” grip. Instead, index the thumb first, then squeeze with your support hand.
• A small gap in your palm at the back of the grip is fine—what matters is the squeeze.

 
Holster Fit

• Adds minimal width,  fits most holsters.
• For tight holsters, only minor modifications needed.
• Watch our quick mod video for easy guidance.
• More complex holster? We’ve got a guide for that too. 
  
  

Important Notes

• This grip method is different from what most common grip technique users are used to.
• No refunds on this part — please read carefully and make sure this is the right part for your pistol before ordering.
  
  

Righty or Lefty? Some of our applications have special LEFT-handed options.

Right-Handed = Trigger pulled with right index finger → Pedal mounts on left side (from shooter’s perspective)
Left-Handed = Trigger pulled with left index finger → Pedal mounts on right side