AR Trigger Thread

[BlueLineFish 615]

Looking for a trigger recommendation for my latest AR build. Its a 24" hewvy barrel RRA Upper in 223 wylde. More of a benchrest,precision gun versus a traditional AR. Figure this could be informative for others as well. Lots to choose from:

Geissele.

RRA match.

Timney.

AR Gold.

Whatever else

[High Exposure 5,664]

In my experience, if Geissele is an option, it's the answer.

 

I have an SDE in my precision AR. It is outstanding.

 

ETA: The rest of my carbines have SSA triggers. I am trying to get permission to instal the select fire version in my issued work carbine, but it is a no go right now.

 

I am also looking at getting a ALG ACT, but I don't think that will suit your stated purpose.

[Vlad G 345]

Geissele.

[RobertJames 14]

I'll give another recommendation for the Geissele.  I've got a SSA-e in a recent build, and all I can say is "Wow!"  Well worth the money.

 

A fellow that I work with has a Timney in his Stag and says it really improved his groups compared to the stock trigger group.  I have a Timney in a Mauser and it is fantastic.  You probably can't go wrong with that choice either. 

 

I would like to try a Hiperfire trigger at some point, they look quite interesting, and most of the reviews seem very positive.

[jrfly3006 42]

Another +1 for Geissele...have the G2S in my SPR and am a full believer in the hype now..

[RUTGERS95 890]

bench rest precision gun you go with a light single stage.  On my precision bench rest, I use a jp tuned to 2.25lbs so I just basically touch the trigger and she's off.  Absolutely forget the 2 stage triggers for a BENCH REST PRECISION RIFLE

[louu 399]

I been shooting service rifle matches and reading all about service rifle stuff the past few weeks and every one uses a Geissele. Must mean something...

[Old School 611]

bench rest precision gun you go with a light single stage.  On my precision bench rest, I use a jp tuned to 2.25lbs so I just basically touch the trigger and she's off.  Absolutely forget the 2 stage triggers for a BENCH REST PRECISION RIFLE

 

My precision AR is just light of 2# and my long range 243 is 1.5#.  As long as it don't slam fire and you remember to keep the muzzle down range

you can't be too  light on a precision or BR rifle.

[Kimber45 3]

If money isnt a problem than the answer is Geissele. But Ive been useing the ALG/ACT with tbe JP yellow springs and I get an awesome trigger. Smooth chrisp and light and no light hammer strikes.

[MidwestPX 172]

For a bench gun, I prefer a lightweight single stage trigger like a Hiperfire with two pound springs.

[Golf battery 1,223]

Geissele ssae. 100 percent. Also have a timney. Not comparable to the geissele

[checko 180]

I have a geissele ssa-e as well. Its the cats pajamas

 

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[Vlad G 345]

Btw while I love my 3G-SD, be aware it is not a trigger for everyone. The ultra short and light reset with the whole rolling break can be tricky from benches, the SSA-E would be a the best choice for most. I'm saying this because they make a lot of models so pick the right one

[redtornado23 0]

i have the ALG ACT (single stage) on one of my ar's and it's crisp and clean - for $65 i don't think you can go wrong.  i picked up the Geissele G2S for my latest build, and i like it a lot.  two stage, first stage pull is light and linear with a clean break and reset.  it's the "cheap" version of the SSA and cost me around $165 i think. 

[checko 180]

If comparing the ACT vs SSA(-E) for a precision build I don't think there is a comparison here. IMO

 

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[BlueLineFish 615]

I am fairly certain i want a light single stage. I have shot a few precision rifles with that and really like the feel of the single. Guess i should have asked for recommendations based on that

[BlueLineFish 615]

Right now I am leaning towards the 24c from hiperfire

[RUTGERS95 890]

My precision AR is just light of 2# and my long range 243 is 1.5#.  As long as it don't slam fire and you remember to keep the muzzle down range

you can't be too  light on a precision or BR rifle.

I agree with you here but I keep mine just north of 2# as I have gotten used to that.  I have certainly shot some where you basically blow on it and it goes off...lol

[Old School 611]

I agree with you here but I keep mine just north of 2# as I have gotten used to that.  I have certainly shot some where you basically blow on it and it goes off...lol

 

Don't blow on it with your finger in the trigger guard. 

When I have my sight picture and I move my fingertip inside the trigger guard...It's Game time!

[MidwestPX 172]

Right now I am leaning towards the 24c from hiperfire

I would recommend the 24E over the 24C for a bench gun. The E has a little take-up (not creep) and a slightly longer reset than the C. I've tried both and personally, I prefer the E over the C for that purpose. It's also a little cheaper. The only thing that might push you to get the C over the E is if you want a flat face trigger or if the adjustable polymer shoe is important to you. I have found that the shoe is much more beneficial for fast shooting like 3 Gun competitions.

[BlueLineFish 615]

The one thing I like about the 24c is the multiple levels of adjustment, meaning I could get the same trigger for a few different applocations and just adjust the pull. Rather than having a bunch of different triggers on different guns

[Vlad G 345]

Light triggers on semi-auto's is asking for surprise bumpfire on the bench whenever you forget to really bury it in your shoulder. I never thought of this with sub 1lb triggers on my bolt gun, there are big lumps of metal bouncing around the inside of your AR feeding new rounds and that is a game changer. 

[MidwestPX 172]

Light triggers on semi-auto's is asking for surprise bumpfire on the bench whenever you forget to really bury it in your shoulder. I never thought of this with sub 1lb triggers on my bolt gun, there are big lumps of metal bouncing around the inside of your AR feeding new rounds and that is a game changer.

Yep, a big part of why I like the 24E's longer reset relative to the 24C. I have accidentally bumpfired both a Hiperfire 24C and a Geissele S3G while zeroing off a bench because of what you mentioned.

[Dan 177]

Another Geissele vote. I Have a SD3G flat blade and SSA-E. The SD3G impresses me the most.