Videos tagged with Hair Trigger

This video demonstrates an experimental test on a Hammerli 100 target pistol, showcasing the extreme sensitivity of its set trigger. Host JaredAF successfully fires the pistol using only the minimal weight of a single strand of horsehair, highlighting the precision engineering of Olympic-style free pistols. The demonstration emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting the delicate nature of such trigger mechanisms.

This video demonstrates the unique inertia firing mechanism of a Hammerli Free Pistol, specifically how the set trigger can be discharged by rearward movement alone. JaredAF shows the loading and cocking procedure, emphasizing the hair-trigger's sensitivity and how to set it. The experiment confirms that the pistol can fire without finger contact on the trigger, a testament to its specialized design.

This video focuses on the technical process of setting a hair trigger on a flintlock firearm. It delves into the specific adjustments and mechanisms involved in achieving a lighter trigger pull, a critical modification for competitive shooting or enhanced performance with these historical firearms.