UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRIGGER

Published on November 16, 2023
Duration: 8:13

This video from Achilles Heel Tactical provides expert instruction on understanding and manipulating a firearm's trigger for improved accuracy. Lead instructor emphasizes identifying the trigger 'wall' and 'limit of advance' (LOA) through dry fire exercises. Proper finger placement and a controlled press through the LOA are crucial for minimizing sight disruption, especially for follow-up shots. The instruction is delivered with a focus on reducing human error and allowing the firearm to function as designed.

Quick Summary

Learn to master your firearm's trigger by understanding the 'wall' and 'limit of advance' (LOA). Proper finger placement and a controlled press through the LOA are crucial for accuracy. For follow-up shots, reset the trigger at the LOA to minimize sight disruption and improve speed.

Chapters

  1. 00:56Understanding Trigger Travel Past Wall
  2. 01:18Academy Trigger Press Method
  3. 01:36Detaching Command to Go Bang
  4. 02:04Prep to Wall, Then Past Wall
  5. 02:22Finding Your Limit of Advance (LOA)
  6. 02:33Proper Finger Placement
  7. 03:00Building Grip from Trigger Back
  8. 03:23Finding the Wall and LOA
  9. 03:49Educated on Your Process
  10. 04:00Limit of Advance: One Movement
  11. 04:07Trigger Reset at LOA
  12. 04:34Reducing Pressure for Reset
  13. 05:01Consistency on Follow-Up Shots
  14. 06:08Emergency Reload Trigger Discipline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'wall' in firearm trigger terminology?

The 'wall' is the point in a firearm's trigger pull where resistance significantly increases, signaling that you are nearing the actual break of the shot. It's the transition before the final, light pressure that causes the sear to disengage.

How do you find the 'limit of advance' (LOA) on a firearm trigger?

To find the LOA, first identify the trigger's 'wall.' Then, continue applying slow, steady pressure past the wall until the sear disengages and the firearm fires. This point of discharge is the limit of advance.

What is the best finger placement for accurate trigger control?

Optimal finger placement uses the pad of the finger, roughly from the tip to the first joint, cut in half. This ensures a straight, rearward pull on the trigger, minimizing lateral movement that can affect sight alignment.

Why is resetting the trigger at the LOA important for follow-up shots?

Resetting the trigger at the limit of advance (LOA) minimizes the distance the trigger needs to travel for the next shot. This reduces sight disruption and allows for faster, more accurate follow-up shots compared to 'pinning' the trigger.

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