Geissele SSP Single Stage Trigger - SHOT Show 2017 Range Day

Published on January 18, 2017
Duration: 2:17

Bill Gley from Geissele introduces the new SSP single-stage trigger, designed for AR-15 platforms. He highlights its crisp break, short reset, and minimal overtravel, emphasizing its non-adjustable nature. The trigger utilizes a full-power hammer spring to ensure reliable ignition with all ammunition types and significantly reduces lock time compared to stock triggers.

Quick Summary

The Geissele SSP is a non-adjustable, single-stage AR-15 trigger with a 3.5lb pull weight, described as 'icicle crisp'. It features a very short reset and minimal overtravel. A key advantage is its full-power hammer spring, ensuring reliable ignition with all ammunition types and reducing lock time by approximately 50% compared to stock triggers.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction and Location
  2. 00:16Geissele Booth Introduction
  3. 00:21Introducing the SSP Trigger
  4. 00:27SSP Meaning and Type
  5. 00:33Trigger Weight and Feel
  6. 00:40Reset and Overtravel
  7. 00:43Non-Adjustable Design
  8. 00:50Target Audience for SSP
  9. 00:59Full Power Hammer Spring Importance
  10. 01:13Ammunition Ignition Reliability
  11. 01:21Lock Time Benefits
  12. 01:37SSP in Geissele Lineup
  13. 01:43Comparison to SSA/SSA-E
  14. 01:49Conclusion and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Geissele SSP trigger?

The Geissele SSP (Super Select-a-Piece) is a single-stage trigger designed for AR-15 platforms. It aims to provide a crisp, high-performance trigger experience comparable to a bolt-action rifle, featuring a 3.5lb pull weight, short reset, and minimal overtravel.

What makes the Geissele SSP trigger unique?

A key feature of the SSP is its use of a full-power hammer spring, which ensures reliable ignition with all types of ammunition and significantly reduces lock time by about 50% compared to stock triggers. It is also designed to be non-adjustable.

What is the trigger pull weight of the Geissele SSP?

The Geissele SSP trigger has a pull weight of approximately 3.5 pounds. It is described as 'icicle crisp' with a very short reset and minimal overtravel, contributing to its performance characteristics.

Is the Geissele SSP trigger adjustable?

No, the Geissele SSP trigger is totally non-adjustable. This design choice is consistent with other popular Geissele triggers like the SSA and SSA-E, focusing on a consistent and reliable performance without user modification.

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