[dougkellermann]

I currently use an Index Finger Release and am looking at the possibility of using a thumb release. What is the difference between the too releases?

To quote Joe Friday "Just the facts.":darkbeer:

 

[us_shooter]

I can get a more consistent anchor with a thumb release. The thumb release will encourage you to get your elbow up.

 

[a/c guy]

It's like anything else, it's what ever feels better. It's more comfortable for me to draw with my fingers using a T handle thumb release. I don't like the feel of a wrist strap pulling on my wrist while drawing. Also, for hunting, I like that I can clip the release to my d-loop.

 

[YRhinefield]

Hold your hand out in front of you and flex your index finger like your firing a index trigger release. Notice how much movement you have across your entire hand.

Now do the same using your thumb. There is a notable difference with a lot less movement and flexing of muscles & tendons.

While both types of releases can be "punched" a thumb release is much easier for me to fire using back tension than an index finger release.