Re: Match trigger weigh t#
Pull weight is a lot less important than consistent break, crispness and utter safety/reliability.
I would rather have a 4 pound trigger that was totally predictable than a light trigger. I can train for the heavier trigger. As long as I know what it will do every time, it's GTG.
A light trigger, as far as I am concerned, is an accident waiting to happen. Either a mechanical AD or a finger-induced premature shot.
But what is the definition of light, too light or heavy? It's subjective.
Also varies by equipment. Some high-end, custom or match triggers are perfectly safe and predictable at 10 ounces or even less. Some are unsafe and can AD at less than 3 pounds. Many factory 'adjustable' triggers on hunting rifles are very unsafe when adjusted light or by people who aren't trained. Know your gear.
One test for 'too light a setting' is to set the safety off (an UNLOADED rifle) and rap the butt of the rifle against a solid surface. If it discharges, your trigger group is defective or set too light to engage the sear properly. You can also simulate this with a soft (brass, plastic or aluminum) gunsmiths hammer by rapping the bolt handle. Sharp but not hard blow. If it 'fires' you have a mechanical defect or adjustment issue.
I never measured it, but I think my TRG trigger is about 3.5 lbs and is about perfect for me. But your results and impressions will be your own.
Remember, a light trigger may be a comfort and a benefit to you... but it could be a safety threat to others. Is your comfort or group size worth someone else's safety? Make sure you have it set right.
If you aren't skilled or trained at this, have a gunsmith or trained armorer do it for you using a scale and checking sear engagement at every stage.
Just my $0.02.
Cheers,
Sirhr