grip on CXS

[katie-in-oxford]

As a chick with small hands, I welcome the CXS at first grab , as did the hubby.  But when advised that the CXS was more ergonomically designed and required a new grip style, I freaked [scared].  I lack general coordination [tongue], so the idea that it took me 2 years to master my Milwaukee cordless with the index trigger finger (to get that "trigger touch"), I was wondering if there is any hope for me [embarassed] training my shop favorite middle finger (only when I'm mad [mad]) to get a "trigger touch".  What was your learning curve??  Perhaps Festool was coming up with a better use for that finger than what I currently do 

 

[tbellemare]

I tend to use my "ring" finger for the trigger. It's generally one's strongest and sometimes most controllable finger. The same goes for the full size "C" drills.

You might find it more comfortable also.

Tom

 

[GhostFist]

I found the switch to occur pretty rapidly and I was a little worried about it at first as I had previously sustained an injury to the ring and pink finger on my right hand, which affects my grip. I think you''ll find you'll be rocking in no time and still have your other hand to flip people off with

 

[L.J]

It's really weird you say this because I demoed an older model C-12 at the dealer before buying my CXS and found it easier to use my middle finger on the C-12's trigger.

 

[pugilato]

You can use the index finger with the CXS... I have not had the opportunity with mine, but when I use the impact driver (Ryobi), I have found myself using my pinky and my thumb.  Dont freak.  Adapt, improvise and overcome.  Except for when the Festool police are around...

 

[Timtool]

i use it daily and i can't honestly say how on earth i actually hold it, you get so used to it that it becomes a reflex. so i have no idea if it's the index or middle finger.
i suspect both, triggering with the index allows you to switch the rotation side with the index and thumb.

 

[pugilato]

the pictures I have seen show the "correct" grip to be holding the trigger with the middle finger (the bird), with the index finger pointing at the target along the side of the tool.  I have used it that way, but I have yet to see the advantage to that particular grip.

 

[WarnerConstCo.]

I use my 3rd toe, I think.

 

[Alan m]

[welcome] to the fog.
i have on ocasian noticed myself doing this with my drills. i dont intentually do it but you do have more control for some reason

 

[Brice Burrell]

the pictures I have seen show the "correct" grip to be holding the trigger with the middle finger (the bird), with the index finger pointing at the target along the side of the tool.  I have used it that way, but I have yet to see the advantage to that particular grip.

That is the intended grip but you certainly don't have to use the drill that way.  The idea is to have the drill more inline with your hand/arm making the most out of the force you apply.

[attachthumb=#]

The picture shows the intended grip.  You may be able to tell from the picture that I have fairly big hands but this grip will also work with small hands since the CXS is so thin.  

 

[EvilNuff]

My hands fit entirely within the CXS and I use my index finger for the trigger comfortably.  If you have small hands then have no worries you can use it just fine like any other drill.

Don't forget 30 day return policy if you don't like it...

 

[pugilato]

 You may be able to tell from the picture that I have fairly big hands   

Yep... you might want to consider letting that CXS come up for air.

 

[jmbfestool]

As a chick with small hands, I welcome the CXS at first grab , as did the hubby.  But when advised that the CXS was more ergonomically designed and required a new grip style, I freaked [scared].  I lack general coordination [tongue], so the idea that it took me 2 years to master my Milwaukee cordless with the index trigger finger (to get that "trigger touch"), I was wondering if there is any hope for me [embarassed] training my shop favorite middle finger (only when I'm mad [mad]) to get a "trigger touch".  What was your learning curve??  Perhaps Festool was coming up with a better use for that finger than what I currently do  

Haaahaa funny!

I tried using my index finger on the CXS and my little pinky gets bent up a little just feels awkward!  YEs Ken even my hands!    I preferred using it using my middle finger.

Welcome!  [welcome]

 

[jmbfestool]

I tend to use my "ring" finger for the trigger. It's generally one's strongest and sometimes most controllable finger. The same goes for the full size "C" drills.

You might find it more comfortable also.

Tom

Ring Finger?  Ring Finger?  your hands MASSIVE?  Strongest? Strongest?    Controllable? Controllable?  Am I thinking of the same finger?  Cus none of that applies to my ring finger unless you have had some practice some where with that finger!

JMB

 

[GhostFist]

I think he's holding the drill upside down [big grin]

 

[jmbfestool]

I think he's holding the drill upside down [big grin]

lol

 

[tbellemare]

I don't consider my hands big, but normal. They may be funny, but that's a different subject...

I sold my C12 when it went extinct so I can't show how it nestled in my hand close to the same way as the CXS but I promise that when the new crop is available, I'll have one. I loved that drill and I miss it - darn!

Here are images from both sides of the CXS to show what I mean. It is very comfortable when held like this and the control is excellent.

[attachthumb=#1]

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TRY IT, YOU'LL LIKE IT...

Tom

BTW: Do a little research on the strength and control of various fingers on the normal human hand. I think you'll either be surprised or you'll be able to surprise me. A strong golf swing does not depend on the middle or index finger...

 

[GhostFist]

I'm sure it's all lovely, but that's. to an option for me, i'm missing a third of my middle finger and the ring finger is partly seized, I can still hold a pint, a woman or punch people though and that's all that counts really