horsehair vs lightest trigger hammerli 100

Published on October 3, 2025
Duration: 0:18

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.

Quick Summary

A hair trigger, or set trigger, on a Hammerli 100 is a mechanism that allows the shooter to adjust the trigger pull to an extremely light setting. This reduces the force needed to fire the pistol, often to just a few grams, as demonstrated by activating it with a single horsehair.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Horsehair vs. Hammerli 100 Trigger
  2. 00:03Setting the Hammerli 100 Set Trigger
  3. 00:06Horsehair Trigger Test & Result

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hair trigger on a Hammerli 100 pistol?

A hair trigger, or set trigger, on a Hammerli 100 is a mechanism that allows the shooter to adjust the trigger pull to an extremely light setting. This reduces the force needed to fire the pistol, often to just a few grams, as demonstrated by activating it with a single horsehair.

Can a single strand of horsehair fire a Hammerli 100?

Yes, as demonstrated in the video, a single strand of horsehair possesses enough minimal weight to activate the set trigger mechanism on a Hammerli 100 pistol. This highlights the extreme sensitivity engineered into these specialized target firearms.

What is the purpose of a set trigger on a target pistol like the Hammerli 100?

The purpose of a set trigger on a target pistol such as the Hammerli 100 is to provide an exceptionally light and crisp trigger pull for maximum accuracy. This allows the shooter to fire the shot without disturbing their aim, crucial for precision disciplines like Olympic Free Pistol.

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