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I am used to my hunting triggers about 2 1/2 lbs. My 416 Rigby Davenport custom came to me with a very clean break at 3 1/2 lbs. It has been suggested to me that this somewhat heavier trigger is appropriate in a big boomer.Any thoughts would be appreciated. | ||
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I like 3# on the small stuff and 3.5 or 4# on the bigger stuff. Try the trigger out and see how it feels. A trigger that breaks like a glass rod at 4# beats a creepy 2.5# trigger IMO. Jason "You're not hard-core, unless you live hard-core." _______________________ Hunting in Africa is an adventure. The number of variables involved preclude the possibility of a perfect hunt. Some problems will arise. How you decide to handle them will determine how much you enjoy your hunt. Just tell yourself, "it's all part of the adventure." Remember, if Robert Ruark had gotten upset every time problems with Harry Selby's flat bed truck delayed the safari, Horn of the Hunter would have read like an indictment of Selby. But Ruark rolled with the punches, poured some gin, and enjoyed the adventure. -Jason Brown | |||
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A heavier trigger is better on a DG rifle, than a light one. Much better to be "too" heavy than too light. DOUBLE RIFLE SHOOTERS SOCIETY | |||
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4 lbs is perfect for me in all of my DG guns. "Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence"-Carl Sagan | |||
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Nothing wrong with that. DOUBLE RIFLE SHOOTERS SOCIETY | |||
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3.5 pounds is perfect for me on any rifle, even those that will put 3 of the the .375-caliber bullets into 0.138" at 100 yards. It can be done with such a "heavy" trigger. | |||
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I like 3.5 on my big bore bolt rifles and 4-4.25 on my DR big bores. I don't like any trigger pulls below 3lbs on lighter rifles I'm not talking bench shooting, I'm talking about hunting rifles varmint, etc. "An individual with experience is never at the mercies of an individual with an argument" | |||
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I like about 3.5 LBS of pull for my rifles. My Lott has a set trigger down to 1.5 LBS witch is to light so I don't use it. | |||
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I shot IPSC Unlimited for years and years with triggers just under 2 pounds. That is a damn light trigger ... have never set up a rifle with one that light. Tend to run all of my rifles at just under 3 pounds. Even then I have to warn anyone that shoots one of my rifles that it has a light trigger. 3 pounds would not be too much, and for most users 3.5 pounds is probably better. Mike -------------- DRSS, Womper's Club, NRA Life Member/Charter Member NRA Golden Eagles ... Knifemaker, http://www.mstarling.com | |||
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I prefer 3 lbs for my bolts. For my doubles, 3 for the front trigger, four for the back. Same trigger pull regardless of the cartridge. JPK  Free 500grains | |||
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I have a 2.5# trigger on my 375R -- I'm happy w. it -- not sure why you'd need heavier, so long as it's heavy enough to not go off when dropped. It's a cop out, but I really think it's a question only you can answer. Try shooting your rifle, rapid fire, at a target -- even better if you can move between different ones -- and see if you fire the rifle before you mean to... And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor. | |||
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3-3.5 lbs. on all my rifles, including the big bores, works well for me. Mike ______________ DSC DRSS (again) SCI Life NRA Life Sables Life Mzuri IPHA "To be a Marine is enough." | |||
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I find I prefer a crisp pull between 4 and 5 pounds on the heavy kickers here in Alaska. With cold fingers it is also a plus. Anyone who claims the 30-06 is ineffective has either not tried one, or is unwittingly commenting on their own marksmanship Phil Shoemaker Alaska Master guide FAA Master pilot NRA Benefactor www.grizzlyskinsofalaska.com | |||
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I like 3.5 lbs on my big bores. It will vary to person to person on what they like, it is really about what each person's preference is and what they are comfortable with. Good Hunting,  | |||
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My AHR trigger on what used to be my 375 H&H came in at 2.5 lbs which is sweet for me (it's a tad heavier than my well worn 35 year old M700 270). Now that it's a 500 Jeffery I'm thinking 3.5 lbs makes much more sense. I want to be sure I have a grip on that bad boy before I set it off.  Chuck Regards, Chuck "There's a saying in prize fighting, everyone's got a plan until they get hit" Michael Douglas "The Ghost And The Darkness" | |||
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by 458Win: I find I prefer a crisp pull between 4 and 5 pounds on the heavy kickers here in Alaska. With cold fingers it is also a plus. Phil makes a good point in that conditions of the hunt could make a difference in percieved weight of trigger. I have mine set to 3lb but dont hunt in extreme cold. Von Gruff | |||
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I'm going to put on my neurosurgeon hat to answer this (and it's what I do on my rifles). Your index finger is the second most precise control surface on your body (your tongue is the first). It can sense (and control) pressure changes that are a fraction of an ounce. I find 2.5 lbs. to be the maximum if I want precise accuracy. Your adrenaline is flowing at close range with large animals. Practice ameliorates that. Precision is more important caliber. Garrett | |||
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3# is my preference. There is NO reason for a heavier trigger pull on a big bore!!! | |||
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I have two very experienced hunting friends that whilst hunting have touched off a shot whilst lining up on game due to light trigger pulls . IMO, A slightly heavier trigger pull is better for a hunting rifle. | |||
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I have a Ruger No. 1 in .458 Lott. I open the breech and set the safety before I load it. The trigger is set at about 2 lbs. I've never had a gun discharge while I was closing the action, but the .458 Lott is the onc caliber I own that I think probably would get away from me if it accidentally discharged while I was closing the action. 2 lbs is fine. I just make sure I'm ready to shoot before I release the safety. | |||
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I think for some of us, it might come down to doing "action pistol" sports -- I'm not certain, but I'm pretty sure that even when shooting a rifle, my finger's straight until I've decided I like my sight picture... And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor. | |||
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I have had about all the practice I want concerning dangerous game at close range and have discovered that my trigger finger must not ameliorate well.  Anyone who claims the 30-06 is ineffective has either not tried one, or is unwittingly commenting on their own marksmanship Phil Shoemaker Alaska Master guide FAA Master pilot NRA Benefactor www.grizzlyskinsofalaska.com | |||
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ScottS, Beg to differ, cold damp weather or double rifles with 3# trigger pulls sounds like an accident waiting to happen thus it could be the reason for a heavier trigger pull. "An individual with experience is never at the mercies of an individual with an argument" | |||
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My Ruger No. 1 in 450/400 had about a 5.5-6# trigger with just a little creep in it from the factory. Pretty ugly! I learned to shoot it well, in spite of it, but was tough. Yesterday, my gunsmith put a really nice, adjustable Moyer in it at 3# and it is perfect now. Breaks like glass, and feels positive to me. What a difference. I intend to use it here in the Spring and Fall when it is colder, but I don't wear gloves when I hunt so it is fine for me. | |||
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dirklawyer, I guess I am fortunate as I have never doubled a double rifle, even my old 577 NE which had around a 3.5# trigger. I also have never had problems with scopes hitting me in the forehead, or sling stud hitting my off hand. What I have had issues with are a couple of old M70 Winchesters in 458 WM and punching the back side of the trigger bow with the middle finger of my trigger hand, go figure? I like 3 to 3.5 pounds, and you seem to like heavier. Big deal. | |||
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A properly functioning double will never double without shooter error, even with 3# triggers. I am sure the likleyhood of shooter error causing a rifle to double increases with reduced trigger pulls, but the cure isn't heavier triggers, its eliminating the shooter error which causes the doubling, at least imo. JPK Free 500grains | |||
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last time you said it was a 577/500 .. ever build that levergun in 577 NE you said you were going to do? dirklawyer, if scottie reprimands you, take it with a grain of salt... opinions vary band of bubbas and STC hunting Club Information on Ammoguide about the416AR, 458AR, 470AR, 500AR What is an AR round? Case Drawings 416-458-470AR and 500AR. 476AR, http://www.weaponsmith.com | |||
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The important thing for a single stage trigger is that it break clean, with no creep or overtravel. IMHO, as long as the trigger breaks clean, then any pull weight from 2-5 lbs. or thereabouts is just fine for most big game hunting purposes. That said, I do not hunt with a double, and would not presume to opine on triggers for same. I prefer the pull weight on my bolt rifles to be on the lighter side, between 2 and 3 lbs. or so. I confess that I have been spoiled by my Blaser R93s, which have the best triggers on earth. Mike Wilderness is my cathedral, and hunting is my prayer. | |||
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Jeff, Never owned a 577/500. Not sure where you got that idea. | |||
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Oh, i don't know how i could have ever come up with that sort of a lie
http://forums.accuratereloadin...321078301#4321078301  just in case you forgot your little rant about your specific knowledge of the 577/500, inaccurate it was opinions vary band of bubbas and STC hunting Club Information on Ammoguide about the416AR, 458AR, 470AR, 500AR What is an AR round? Case Drawings 416-458-470AR and 500AR. 476AR, http://www.weaponsmith.com | |||
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