New Tavor Trigger - TAV-D by ShootingSight.com

Published on August 3, 2014
Duration: 9:56

This review details the ShootingSight TAV-D trigger upgrade for the Tavor rifle, offering a significant improvement over the factory trigger. The TAV-D provides a crisp, 5.5-pound two-stage pull, addressing common issues like heavy pull weight and unreliable reset found in previous modifications. The installation is a simple 15-second drop-in process, making it an accessible upgrade for Tavor owners seeking enhanced performance and reliability.

Quick Summary

The ShootingSight TAV-D trigger is a drop-in upgrade for the Tavor rifle, offering a crisp, 5.5-pound two-stage pull. It features fully machined steel components and a redesigned sear for improved reliability and reduced drag, addressing common issues with factory and other aftermarket triggers. Installation is a quick 15-second process.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introducing Tavor Setup & TAV-D Trigger
  2. 00:27TAV-D Trigger Overview & Specs
  3. 00:42Previous Tavor Trigger Mods & Issues
  4. 01:21Aftermarket Trigger Challenges (Timney)
  5. 02:02Meet TAV-D Creator Art Neergaard
  6. 02:29TAV-D Live Fire Demonstration
  7. 02:46Art Neergaard on TAV-D Design Origin
  8. 03:22TAV-D Mechanical Design & Materials
  9. 04:30TAV-D Hammer Design Improvements
  10. 05:40Mechanical Advantage & Reliability Explained
  11. 07:25Reviewer's Experience & Housing Options
  12. 08:29Conclusion: Best Tavor Trigger & Installation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ShootingSight TAV-D trigger and what are its benefits for the Tavor rifle?

The ShootingSight TAV-D is a drop-in trigger assembly for the Tavor rifle that significantly improves performance. It reduces trigger pull to approximately 5.5 pounds and offers a crisp, two-stage feel, addressing common complaints about the factory trigger's weight and reset.

How does the TAV-D trigger improve reliability in the Tavor rifle?

The TAV-D's design incorporates fully machined, high-grade steel components and a redesigned sear contact point for reduced drag. It also features a high-energy hammer spring, ensuring positive primer ignition and preventing issues like light primer strikes seen with some other aftermarket triggers.

What are the installation requirements for the ShootingSight TAV-D trigger?

Installation of the TAV-D trigger is a straightforward process that takes approximately 15 seconds. It involves removing two pins from the original trigger pack, inserting the TAV-D, and reinserting the pins, making it a simple drop-in upgrade.

What materials and design principles are used in the TAV-D trigger?

The TAV-D trigger features fully machined internal components made from high-grade plate tool steel for durability. Its design is inspired by the M1 Garand and AR triggers, focusing on mechanical advantage and reduced friction, with nickel-boron coating for hardness and low friction.

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