Timney responds to the internet

Published on June 20, 2026
Duration: 7:22

This video discusses issues reported with Timney Alpha Competition triggers for Glock pistols, including instances of binary fire (firing on both trigger pull and release) and accidental discharges. The speaker shares user accounts and Timney's official response, which suggests improper installation or use outside of recommended specifications as potential causes. Timney offers to host the speaker for a facility tour to demonstrate their manufacturing and quality assurance processes.

Quick Summary

Timney Alpha Competition triggers for Glocks have been associated with unsafe malfunctions, including binary fire (discharging on pull and release) and accidental discharges. Timney attributes these issues to improper installation or use outside recommended specifications, emphasizing the trigger's design for stock Glock pistols.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Glock Triggers & Timney Issues
  2. 00:09Reported Timney Trigger Malfunctions
  3. 00:49User Experiences: Binary Fire & Unsafe Situations
  4. 01:21Specific User Accounts of Malfunctions
  5. 01:43Technical Aspects of Trigger Safety
  6. 01:56More Accidental Discharge Reports
  7. 02:15Timney's Official Response and Offer
  8. 02:32Timney's Quality Review Process
  9. 02:53Timney's Explanation: Installation & Usage Outside Specs
  10. 03:06Speaker's Personal Experience with Timney Resets
  11. 03:37Timney's Design Intent: Stock Glocks
  12. 03:48Mixing Components & Installation Errors
  13. 03:56Timney's Invitation for Facility Visit
  14. 04:16Conclusion: Timney's Response and User Interpretation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the reported safety issues with Timney Alpha Competition triggers for Glocks?

Users have reported Timney Alpha Competition triggers exhibiting binary fire, meaning the firearm discharges on both trigger pull and release. There are also accounts of accidental discharges, including one instance where a trigger fired while in a holster and another that discharged through a user's leg.

How does Timney address the reported malfunctions of their Alpha Competition Glock triggers?

Timney states that issues like failure to reset and safety concerns can arise when their triggers are installed or used outside of recommended specifications. They emphasize that the Alpha Competition trigger is designed for factory stock Glock pistols.

What is Timney's recommended use for their Alpha Competition Glock trigger?

Timney designed, engineered, and tested the Alpha Competition for Glock trigger specifically for use in factory stock Glock pistols. They recommend it only be used in stock Glocks for competition applications.

What steps does Timney take to address customer feedback and product concerns?

Timney conducts thorough quality review processes for every customer complaint, examining all aspects from engineering and machining to assembly, testing, and shipping. They also review their customer complaint log for correlations with issues highlighted in user videos.

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