Trigger Tweaking

Trigger upgrades are one way to improve your rifle’s performance. Here are some of our top picks. There is so much choice that it can be easy to get lost in all the details of what you are getting for your money. Let’s simplify things and make it less stressful. A gun is a tube that launches projectiles. The rest is essentially a human interface with the pipe. The earliest ideas of a gun were a tube or metal pipe attached to a stock that was lit by a fuse. The fuse was initially carried separately but later, more sophisticated ignition methods were developed. In the beginning, a metal pipe or tube was attached to a stock and ignited by a lit piece of fuse. With the pull of a trigger, the lit match was dropped into a powder pan. This mechanical action evolved into the flintlock and then the percussion lock, and finally the metallic cartridge. Heavy bolt guns work best with single-stage triggers. They provide a smooth break without the anticipation of a secondary stage. As a rule, the author treats a gun he walks and hunts with a two-stage, and a stationary or positional shooting rifle with a single-stage.Triggers have come a long way from a smoldering piece of string; however, the creation of newer and better triggers didn’t stop with the advent of modern guns. We can look back at our history and learn from it. Guns are rarely designed around the trigger. Instead, triggers and their improvements focus on upgrading popular designs and are often drop in. It’s becoming increasingly difficult to find gunsmith-only triggers, wherein just a generation prior it was the norm to have your trigger worked over by a professional.Modularity has its advantage, though. I would say that almost all advancements in triggers are occurring in three platforms: The AR-15 family, Remington 700 and Clones, and rimfire guns like the 10/22. These are the most popular base guns in America, and all of them have easily upgradeable triggers. These guns can be upgraded easily and are plug-and-play. Savage Arms made this a reality with the AccuTrigger in the early 2000s. This precision trigger was user-adjustable and featured a blade safety. This trigger was the thing that made Savage Arms famous. It was refreshing to have a Remington trigger that could be used for servicing. Light trigger guns were dangerous because they could fire if dropped or mishandled in a field. The AccuTrigger could be adjusted to only a few ounces. It wouldn’t fire if the shooter’s finger was not on the trigger. The AccuTrigger’s trigger design was very similar to the Glock pistol. It would not fire if the shooter’s finger was on the trigger. I have been shooting one in a Savage since I could be 16. This issue of Gun Digest features the best factory bolt gun trigger. It’s the best for production bolt-action rifles. The Q Fix features a unique trigger and bolt arrangement. It is probably the most powerful bolt-action trigger on a production rifle. It has a two-stage trigger, which makes it ideal for hunting. In my extensive experience with triggers, it is the best in terms of how it feels on the finger, breaks and precise shot placement. Although the Q Fix rifle is expensive, it is not one you will need to upgrade. It already has everything and it is a great example of a factory-built trigger. This rifle is full-featured AR-10-sized and can withstand 1,000 yards. It is light and reliable. It is a standout in the factory rifle range and has a great trigger. This two-stage trigger was amazing. I was amazed that it was a factory Savage. The trigger was of the same quality as a custom-built rifle. The trigger was amazing for a factory job.Production rimfire triggerThe factory rimfire triggers for the CZ 457 rimfire rifles are my favorite. They are light and crisp, and feel like a full-size rifle trigger. This little action is so functional and detailed that I appreciate it. CZ did a great job with this trigger. Many rimfire triggers feel rushed and too heavy for light guns. It’s a single stage trigger, but it breaks like a glass rod. A drop-in trigger roundup: Talking about rifle triggers encourages healthy debates. I have both single-stage and double-stage triggers and choose which one I will use based on my intended usage. A single-stage trigger is better for heavy precision rifles than a two-stage trigger for semi-autos or lightweight bolt guns. To simplify things, I’ll be looking at the AR family, REM 700, and clones. There’s also some rimfire. However, there is a lot of crossover between 700-based actions and rimfire actions. Two-stage triggers are best suited for my lightweight bolt-actions. In this case, both 700 factory short actions. The Geissele Remington 700 trigger has a two-stage design that is easily adjustable by the user. This trigger has been featured in Gun Digest articles in the past. It’s reliable and simple to set up. It is currently in a garage-built precision rifle. It includes an X-Caliber 6.5mm barrel made of carbon-fiber, a carbon-fiber stock, and a Leupold LRP scope. I did some gunsmithing on it. I installed a Brownells bolt button using an angle grinder, cut the threads, and used Marine Tex bedding to finish it off. It shoots 1-inch groups at 200m, despite being built from leftover parts. There are many other types, but the Remington action and clones have the best support. If you are planning a custom build, the Remington action is the most popular. This trigger is perfect for field use and has been on my.450 Bushmaster since years. Triad Tactical forend wrapping and an AG Composites carbon fiber stock protect the rifle from slippage in wet conditions. It’s also outfitted with Hill People Gear and Short Action Precision gear. The Calvin Elite is a wonderful, simple and reliable trigger for the worst conditions.Single-Stage Remington 700 TriggerThis one has to go to TriggerTech. Although they don’t have a large selection, what they do have is exceptional. Two of their triggers are mine. One is on a KRG chassis with a Mesa Precision Arms Titanium action and the other is Proof Research carbon-fiber barrel. The Sig Sauer 5-30x Tango6 trigger is what I use on this beast. The TriggerTech product allows for me to point and click beyond 1,000 yards. TriggerTech triggers are a top choice for some of best rifle builders, and I fully understand why. I have used this brand for long-range shooting. They are great if you need a single-stage pull. TriggerTech makes some amazing bolt-gun triggers. They can be adjusted for pull and come in a variety of variants depending on the end use. I also mentioned the caveat about the 700-clone crossover. I have been using the Timney HIT flat trigger with my Tuebor Precision 6.5 Creedmoor, however it was my experience using a.22 LR rifle with a Bergara action in 700 feet that attracted my attention. This trigger is great for precision rimfire sports, thanks to its flat face. Although it is technically a centerfire trigger because it was made for the 700, it can be used on any rimfire bolt-action up to 8 ounces and can be adjusted down to one on any newer rimfire bolt-action. A flat trigger like the Timney is a great option. The pull is incredible and allows for extreme control at long distances. I use their products quite often across my rifles. Although they are the best in terms of precision and ruggedness, they are not the only ones who make fine triggers for AR platforms. The Hi-Speed National Match is my choice. This trigger is used to measure the rest against. It is emblematic of the hard work and discipline required to succeed at Camp Perry. Single-Stage Semi Auto TriggerI shoot carbines at many distances and prefer something simple and rugged. The Velocity Classic AR Trigger fits the bill. The MSRP for this unit is $159.95. However, it performs as well as a much more expensive unit. The trigger is a drop-in cassette style, which means that it can be installed without the need to use springs or pins. I ended up putting one in my BRN180 carbine. It really improved the handling characteristics of the carbine, especially when snap-shooting using irons and the Trijicon Reflex. The Ruger 10/22 semi-auto trigger is the most popular semi-auto.22LR out there. Timney’s 10/22 Drop-In Trigger Assembly makes it to this list. This trigger is great and takes the 10/22 to the next level. It also includes an extended magazine release. This impressive target pack, created by Storm Tactical, contains 62 printable targets for rifle and handgun range usage. Target grids and bullseye sizes can be downloaded in MOA. This is a great option for long-range shooting. Enter your email address below.