Paperclip vs Lightest Trigger Hammerli 100

Published on September 15, 2025
Duration: 0:35

This guide details a technique for testing the extreme sensitivity of a Hammerli 100 free pistol's trigger, as demonstrated by JaredAF. It involves carefully cocking the pistol and using small weights like a paperclip to assess the trigger's holding capacity before firing. The experiment highlights the pistol's exceptionally light trigger, capable of holding less than a gram.

Quick Summary

The Hammerli 100 free pistol is renowned for its exceptionally light, adjustable hair trigger, capable of holding weights as low as 0.45 grams (demonstrated with a paperclip) but not exceeding 0.87 grams (like a cigarette). It features a distinctive side-mounted cocking lever.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Paperclip vs Hammerli 100
  2. 00:03Cocking the Hammerli 100
  3. 00:06Paperclip Trigger Test
  4. 00:20Weight Analysis: Paperclip vs Cigarette

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the trigger weight of the Hammerli 100 free pistol?

The Hammerli 100 free pistol features an extremely light, adjustable hair trigger. Experiments suggest its trigger weight can hold approximately 0.45 grams (like a paperclip) but not 0.87 grams (like a cigarette).

How is the Hammerli 100 free pistol cocked?

The Hammerli 100 utilizes a unique side-mounted cocking lever mechanism. This lever must be operated to cock the pistol before the trigger can be engaged for firing.

What makes the Hammerli 100 trigger special?

The Hammerli 100 is known for having one of the world's lightest triggers, often referred to as a 'hair trigger'. Its sensitivity is so extreme that it can be set to hold less than a gram, requiring exceptional control from the shooter.

What is a hair trigger?

A hair trigger is a firearm trigger designed for extreme sensitivity, requiring minimal pressure to activate. These triggers are often adjustable and are typically found on precision target or competition firearms.

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