I'm in the market for a new trigger for my 10/22 it's one of My target set-ups just wanted to know if anyone has had any experience with the two.
10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
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Re: 10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
I've shot a few Kidd triggers and they are very nice indeed; but I have an older 10/22 that actually has an aluminum trigger housing, rather than the plastic that is used now. I just couldn't justify paying that much money just to get the housing. I got a Clark trigger for around $60 and it works very well, although I did have to get a shim kit and shim all of the parts in the housing to get a good consistent trigger pull.
Of course, the Kidd is going to be a drop in proposition.
I've shot a few Kidd triggers and they are very nice indeed; but I have an older 10/22 that actually has an aluminum trigger housing, rather than the plastic that is used now. I just couldn't justify paying that much money just to get the housing. I got a Clark trigger for around $60 and it works very well, although I did have to get a shim kit and shim all of the parts in the housing to get a good consistent trigger pull.
Of course, the Kidd is going to be a drop in proposition.
Re: 10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
Another suggestion... Randy at Connecticut Precision Chambering does some great 10/22 trigger work.
Since both my 10/22's have the older aluminum trigger groups I had him work them over rather than go to complete new drop-in assemblies. Great feel, better than any "drop in" parts for the stock trigger that I've tried and better than a VQ trigger assembly.
I haven't felt a Kidd so I can't offer a comparison... but the Kidd trigger assemblies are highly regarded.
Another suggestion... Randy at Connecticut Precision Chambering does some great 10/22 trigger work.
Since both my 10/22's have the older aluminum trigger groups I had him work them over rather than go to complete new drop-in assemblies. Great feel, better than any "drop in" parts for the stock trigger that I've tried and better than a VQ trigger assembly.
I haven't felt a Kidd so I can't offer a comparison... but the Kidd trigger assemblies are highly regarded.
Re: 10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
I have a Kidd two stage on my 10/22 plinker and love it. It spoiled me so bad I had to buy a Sako TRG to get a rifle with a trigger even close to it.
It is worth the money.
SScott
I have a Kidd two stage on my 10/22 plinker and love it. It spoiled me so bad I had to buy a Sako TRG to get a rifle with a trigger even close to it.
It is worth the money.
SScott
Re: 10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
I have had trigger jobs and drop in parts over the years........ The Kidd rocks.
I have had trigger jobs and drop in parts over the years........ The Kidd rocks.
Re: 10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
Timney missed the boat with their 1022 trigger. I have one that wont reset every other shot.
Timney missed the boat with their 1022 trigger. I have one that wont reset every other shot.
Re: 10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
Has anyone tried the new improved Timney (trigger)in the Complete Assembly???
Has anyone tried the new improved Timney (trigger)in the Complete Assembly???
Re: 10/22 trigger: Kidd vs Timney
Like many others here, I've tried about every parts kit(Hammer/trigger/sear/shims/springs) out there. I've build way to many 10/22 over the years. Even went to the 2 week Ruger/S&W Action Job class Ron Powers of Power Custom does at Montgomery College in NC.
You can make the factory parts a good trigger with the right tools.
There are several good kits out there, but the biggest problem with 10/22 kits is the variation of the trigger pin holes in the aluminum housings according to Powers. That variation changes the sear angles, which can be overcome with the right tools.
That is what guys like CPC, Hornet Products, Bill Springfield and others that rebuild factory triggers have, the tools and knowledge to fix them.
Powers also says the new polymer housings are the most consistant thing Ruger has ever made.
ALL that said, if you have the funds the KIDD is the way to go.
It is an Anschutz trigger in a 10/22.
Like many others here, I've tried about every parts kit(Hammer/trigger/sear/shims/springs) out there. I've build way to many 10/22 over the years. Even went to the 2 week Ruger/S&W Action Job class Ron Powers of Power Custom does at Montgomery College in NC.
You can make the factory parts a good trigger with the right tools.
There are several good kits out there, but the biggest problem with 10/22 kits is the variation of the trigger pin holes in the aluminum housings according to Powers. That variation changes the sear angles, which can be overcome with the right tools.
That is what guys like CPC, Hornet Products, Bill Springfield and others that rebuild factory triggers have, the tools and knowledge to fix them.
Powers also says the new polymer housings are the most consistant thing Ruger has ever made.
ALL that said, if you have the funds the KIDD is the way to go.
It is an Anschutz trigger in a 10/22.
I've noticed the majority of people here are saying that Kidd wins hands down. But nobody is saying why. I am curious to hear from people who own both, and hearing a comparison between the two, and why you like one over the other. I currently have a Timney single stage in one of my 10-22's and a Volquartsen TG 2000 in the other. I like both of these triggers and can't imagine that the Kidd could be worth spending $100 more. Is there anyone oout there that can do a comparison on these and tell me why I should try a Kidd?
I have a stock 10/22 and one I built using Kidd parts and an integral barrel and Titan stock. The Kidd rifle is BY FAR superior to the Ruger, not even close. And yeah, the Kidd is a fine trigger, period.
I don't have much to compare it to directly but can say I'm a bit of a trigger snob and have zero complaints with it.
I don't have much to compare it to directly but can say I'm a bit of a trigger snob and have zero complaints with it.
Put a Kidd Trigger job kit ($105) in a Ruger Charger. Made a huge difference all around. Really easier to install then a Geisel in an AR and just as good.
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Brimstone trigger upgrade on a stock unit. https://www.brimstonegunsmithing.com/products/tier-2-intermediate-ruger-10-22-trigger-work
The Kidd 2 stage is the best 10-22 trigger made. One thing that has not been said, the Kidd 2 stage has a faster lock time than any other 10-22, it is equal to a bolt gun. I have 2 Kidds one 3 oz/3oz and a 8oz/8oz, but all can be adusted for 6oz to 2.5oz total. The length of pull and trigger options on straight or curved. Any money spent on other triggers, is money toward a KIDD.
Mark
Maybe there is a reason that you are only getting information on how good the Kidd triggers are and zero information about Timney in a 10/22.
I could say that I have 2 complete Kidd rifles and another rebuilt Ruger 10/22. Kidd is awesome, I can't say the best and will never know as when I want another near perfect trigger I'll just buy another Kidd. The Timney in my RPR is nice though.
I could say that I have 2 complete Kidd rifles and another rebuilt Ruger 10/22. Kidd is awesome, I can't say the best and will never know as when I want another near perfect trigger I'll just buy another Kidd. The Timney in my RPR is nice though.
I'll chime in positive for the KIDD, have 3 of them-2 factory KIDD rifles and the other in a Ruger. Have compared to a volquartsen on the range before, think the KIDD is better but the volquartsen is nothing to sneeze at. I am always impressed with the machining done on the KIDD trigger packs when I take them out to clean the rifle, top notch quality work there. Only trigger that has come close to the KIDD is, surprisingly IMO, the one I have on a factory PWS T3 Summit.
I'd recommend letting Brimstone having a try at it.
https://www.brimstonegunsmithing.co...ts/tier-1-advanced-ruger-10-22-trigger-work-1
https://www.brimstonegunsmithing.co...ts/tier-1-advanced-ruger-10-22-trigger-work-1
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