Hello, I am planning to get a new drop in trigger, specifically the Timney Calvin model for my Ruger 10-22.
Would you prefer the single or 2 stage trigger and why?
Would you prefer the single or 2 stage trigger and why?
I like single stage because I like it when I press the trigger I know it's going to go off. I don't want take up.
Either will work though and it comes down to personal preference more than anything.
Personally I feel you have much more control (especially in less than stable positions, or extreme environments like cold or wet conditions) with a true two stage. You will be able to “locate“ the trigger shoe, take up the first stage, hit a solid wall in which at anytime you may need to back off the trigger and not take the shot you have a much more forgiving window to do so, or continue to break the shot. Also with a true two stage trigger you have SO much more sear engagement than on a crisp single stage, but beware not all “2 stage triggers” are actual two stage triggers some just feel like one.
If I ever have the option I will always choose a two stage trigger.
You can just put your finger on a single stage too. No real difference.
As for not firing, you do the same thing on a single stage by just taking your finger off the trigger.
I don't have experience with the specific triggers you mention, but all else being equal, I prefer 2 stage triggers. BigJimFish does a good job of explaining why in his recent TriggerTech 2 stage review: https://www.snipershide.com/precision-rifle/triggertech-700-platform-two-stage-triggers-review/
I love my single stage TT diamonds, but the two stage timney i had on my tikka was pretty nice. I plan on changing them out when TT finally releases their two stage. It’s just personal preference