The trigger is our interface with a firearm. Length, weight, and feel of travel are some of the factors that shooters begin to develop a taste for. Some prefer slack, others not. Some want a short pull while others prefer weighted travel. Perhaps the only thing in common between shooters is the desire to tune […]
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Axelson AT Combat Trigger Pack
Triggers matter. A better trigger can make a firearm much more shootable. In the case of the AR-15 it has a pretty good mil-spec trigger. Many companies have come to the market with excellent triggers that significantly improve upon the feel of the AR-15 trigger (Geissele or the Larue MBT for example). Axelson has come […]
ALG Defense QMS trigger | Range time
While fancy flat triggers show up nicely on Instagram feeds and super race triggers can improve the group size and split speeds of talented shooters, most AR owners are still using a basic mil-spec trigger. In fact, many agencies are prohibited from straying far at all off the beaten path. As ALG’s website states, the Quality Mil-Spec trigger […]
The Rocket 3.5 Glock trigger upgrade: Is it worth It?
There’s no doubt that a Glock trigger leaves something to be desired when compared to newer striker fired handguns that have been released as of late. Gen 3 Glock triggers break in nicely with 10k plus rounds through them. However many have found that current Gen 4 Glocks have triggers that don’t break in quite […]
ALG Defense Advanced Combat Trigger | Range report
ALG Defense is the sister company to Geissele Automatics. While the latter has won a hard-earned reputation as a manufacturer of premium AR aftermarket triggers, ALG Defense is warranting attention on their own merits. Started by Amy Lynn Geissele (hence, ALG) in 2012, ALG Defense brings a pedigree of precision machining and innovation to the […]
VIDEO: Installing Caliber Dynamics’ Tomahawk Trigger in a Glock 17
Courtesy of Tactical Life Editor’s Note: Watch the instructional video below of the author installing the Caliber Dynamics Tomahawk trigger kit in his Glock 17 9mm. I’m not sure why firearms manufacturers have such a difficult time developing triggers that possess the traits that we as shooters are constantly seeking. We want triggers that don’t have […]
Eyes On: KE Arms SLT-1 Sear Link Technology Trigger
Courtesy of Breach Bang Clear Eyes On: KE Arms SLT-1 Sear Link Technology Trigger David “Norseman” Williams Recently I received the brand new SLT-1 (Sear Link Technology) Trigger from KE Arms, and I’m very excited to run it in my AR platform. My boom stick is the Ruger SR 556 and although they claim MILSPEC at […]
Finding the Right Trigger For Your AR15
Finding the Right Trigger For Your AR15 by Jason J. Brown – NRA BLOG It’s well established that the AR-15 is the most popular rifle in the United States, and for a variety of reasons. One of the primary benefits of the AR is how easy it is to upgrade and customize the rifle, building […]
Enhance Trigger-Control With The TANDEMKROSS SW22 “VICTORY” Trigger
One of the most important upgrades you can consider for any target or match pistol will be the trigger. The Smith and Wesson “Victory” .22 target pistol already comes with a great factory trigger, but I’ll explain why the TANDEMKROSS (TK) “Victory” trigger should be on your “To Buy” list. First, a short blurb on […]
Mastering The Glock Trigger
The Glock has undoubtedly become the most popular pistol for a great many reasons. From its overall simplicity and ease of use, to its reliability claims and complete support from aftermarket accessories, it has won a place in most safes across the US. Being very popular, people seek to become skilled in the platform and understand […]