Videos tagged with Trigger Pull Weight

This review of the Girsan Witness 2311 Match X pistol, presented by an experienced instructor from Classic Firearms, provides a detailed examination of its features and specifications. The video verifies manufacturer claims on dimensions, weight, and trigger pull, offering real-world measurements. It highlights the pistol's design elements, included accessories, and optics-readiness, making it a valuable resource for potential buyers.

This review delves into the Les Baer Custom Thunder Ranch 1911, comparing the Gen 1 and Gen 2 models. Expert insights highlight the meticulous hand-fitting, custom specifications by Clint Smith, and distinct features like checkering patterns and component choices. The video also demonstrates a specific technique for removing the hard-fit barrel bushing characteristic of Les Baer pistols, emphasizing the craftsmanship involved.

This video provides an expert-level review of the TriggerTech Ace trigger for Glock firearms, detailing its redesign after a recall and its performance in competitive shooting. The speaker, an experienced firearms instructor, highlights the trigger's improved safety tab, approximately 2.5-pound adjustable pull weight, and exceptional reliability over thousands of rounds. It's recommended as a significant modification for 'raced out' Glocks, though caution is advised for its use outside of competition due to its light pull and reduced travel.

This video, featuring Eric from CZ-USA, delves into the physics of achieving a crisp trigger break, specifically focusing on internal modifications. The discussion highlights how altering the internal hooks can lead to a significantly lighter and cleaner trigger pull, with a target of 1.1 pounds being achievable out-of-the-box for race guns. This level of precision is noted as exceptional for competitive firearms.

This guide, presented by an expert firearms instructor, details the benefits and installation of adjustable triggers for platforms like the AR-15. It covers understanding trigger mechanics, adjusting pull weight, reset, and overtravel, and highlights ideal users for these components. The instruction emphasizes safety and practical application for competition and precision shooting.

This guide explores three essential .357 Magnum revolvers for any collection: the Ruger GP100, Smith & Wesson 686 Plus Deluxe, and Colt Python Combat Elite. It details their features, specifications, and price points, aiding in selection based on personal preference and budget. The presenter highlights the growing popularity of revolvers due to their operational simplicity and reliability.

This review critically examines the Geissele AKX trigger, highlighting its premium price point and cassette-style design. The expert assessment points out potential fitment challenges due to AK receiver variances and criticizes the two-stage design's 'mushy' reset, contrasting it with the preferred single-stage ALG triggers. The AKX is deemed a niche product not essential for most AK owners.

The TRB RS9 Vampir, a Bosnian-made Sig P226 clone, offers 100% reliability over 300 rounds and shoots comparably to a P226. However, its $1200 MSRP and ergonomic drawbacks, including a 'fat' grip and lack of front strap texture, make it a niche recommendation against the established Sig Sauer model. The review highlights its double/single action mechanism, alloy frame, and 4.5-inch barrel.

This video provides an expert evaluation of the Shadow Systems SG9's striker-fired trigger at SHOT Show. Featuring insights from GUNBROS and a Shadow Systems representative, it highlights the SG9's potential as the best striker-fired trigger at the event. The discussion includes comparisons with other leading triggers and detailed specifications on trigger weights and reset.

This video demonstrates a trigger pull weight test on a Glock-style handgun, specifically referencing a 'Gen 6' trigger. Performed by a representative from Classic Firearms, the test utilizes a digital gauge to measure pull force. The results indicate a typical Glock trigger pull weight range, highlighting the influence of the trigger blade safety design on measurement variability.

This guide details the installation and adjustment of the Trigger Tech ACE trigger for Glock pistols, as demonstrated by Ben Stoeger. It covers the aggressive nature of the modification, the installation process (including potential back plate modifications on prototypes), and the adjustability of the trigger pull weight. Stoeger, a professional shooter, emphasizes its suitability for competitive applications like USPSA Carry Optics.

This video provides a direct comparison between the Geissele SD-C ($200) and AT3 Tactical Nickel Boron 2-Stage ($90) triggers. The demonstration uses a cutaway AR-15 lower receiver and a digital trigger pull gauge to objectively show the installation, mechanism, and measured pull weights. The Geissele SD-C tested at 3 lbs 0.0 oz, while the AT3 Tactical trigger measured 4 lbs 11.6 oz. The expert instruction highlights the importance of empirical data in selecting firearm components.