Timney vs. Triggertech / Opinions?

[sigstroker]

Slapping a 1 pound trigger isn't exactly going to throw it off target. IPSC guys have been slapping triggers for decades. I took a class from an IPSC world champion circa 1993 where he taught us to slap the trigger.

I've also read article on PRS gear bags, and more than one included a spare trigger. Triggers go down enough that people pack spares.

[jimmykan]

trigger tech all day. there is a reason they dominate in popularity in prs matches.

Because shooters just copy each other, especially whatever the top 10 guys are running, even if that particular piece of kit or technique has little to nothing to do with the success.

For example: slapping of the trigger and free recoiling the rifle are popular PRS things to do now.

[yacko]

I know it can happen. But I've never personally experienced it. I guess I don't shoot in extreme conditions. If I knew I needed a rig that could handle that kind of abuse, I would have a "beater" rifle with a good barrel and the rest of the components (stock/chassis, action, trigger, bottom metal, etc.) would be chosen for reliability instead of accuracy/precision. TriggerTech is probably more reliable than Jewell. I love how the TT breaks. But I wish you could dial in some over travel (which you can't). Bix-n-Andy can I think. Might be a good alternative.

mmmmmmkay.........

So you spend a couple hundred on entry fees, several hundred on travel and hotel/food. Couple hundred on ammo

Go to a match for PRS or NRL and take a beater rifle with you. Not your $6k-10k purpose built comp gun.... that can handle the dust and dirt if you dont run a jewell or other 'sensitive to dirt' trigger.

Makes sense.... if your purpose built comp gun is actually just a safe queen. and dont shoot it in competition.

Look at your other thread. the 6.5cm thread. The target pics from 'thegiff'- that rifle is being built up as a prs/nrl rifle- it's a JJRock action (cheaper than many) with a Bartlein 6.5 cm barrel in a chassis. Dont know what trigger or scope he put on it though. Still.. about $5k+ depending on the scope/mount/chassis/trigger.

[FourT6and2]

Problem with a lot of those triggers, is they cant handle dust and dirt.

at windy ranges with a lot of sand and dirt, jewells are the first to lock up.

It can happen to any of the brands you listed. But is less likely to happen with the triggertech because of the roller in it.

I think that is the main reason why PRS and NRL shooters went to them so quickly. Ive seen matches where 3 or 4 triggers went down in the span of a 2 day match.

I know it can happen. But I've never personally experienced it. I guess I don't shoot in extreme conditions. If I knew I needed a rig that could handle that kind of abuse, I would have a "beater" rifle with a good barrel and the rest of the components (stock/chassis, action, trigger, bottom metal, etc.) would be chosen for reliability instead of accuracy/precision. TriggerTech is probably more reliable than Jewell. I love how the TT breaks. But I wish you could dial in some over travel (which you can't). Bix-n-Andy can I think. Might be a good alternative.

[sigstroker]

I thought Triggertechs were sealed. That was something that I've seen mentioned by PRS people.

[yacko]

If I were forced to choose between those exact two... I'd choose a TriggerTech Diamond.

That said, I have one issue with the Diamond. It has zero over-travel. The trigger breaks and your finger hits a wall. I don't like that because I think dwell time matters. And if you hit that wall before the bullet has left the barrel, it can cause problems. So I actually prefer to have some mild over-travel or "creep" after the trigger breaks.

I've had a few Timney triggers, Jewell, Bix-n-Andy, and TriggerTech. I prefer the Jewell. I've been using 'em for about 7-8 years without any issues.

I would like to try the newer Bix-n-Andy Tac Sport Pro though.

Problem with a lot of those triggers, is they cant handle dust and dirt.

at windy ranges with a lot of sand and dirt, jewells are the first to lock up.

It can happen to any of the brands you listed. But is less likely to happen with the triggertech because of the roller in it.

I think that is the main reason why PRS and NRL shooters went to them so quickly. Ive seen matches where 3 or 4 triggers went down in the span of a 2 day match.

[FourT6and2]

If I were forced to choose between those exact two... I'd choose a TriggerTech Diamond.

That said, I have one issue with the Diamond. It has zero over-travel. The trigger breaks and your finger hits a wall. I don't like that because I think dwell time matters. And if you hit that wall before the bullet has left the barrel, it can cause problems. So I actually prefer to have some mild over-travel or "creep" after the trigger breaks.

I've had a few Timney triggers, Jewell, Bix-n-Andy, and TriggerTech. I prefer the Jewell. I've been using 'em for about 7-8 years without any issues.

I would like to try the newer Bix-n-Andy Tac Sport Pro though.

[isntzen]

Triggertech for the SLAAM dunk.
Although my TT Primary won't adjust down into Lynn's desired range.
Travel is very short. Bottom is something like 1.5 lbs.

[Divernhunter]

I have several Timney triggers but have not used the Triggerteck. I do like my Timney triggers in several different models/brand rifles.
If it is not broke or bad I have no reason to replace it.

[acourvil]

My trigger thoughts, take them for what they are worth, which is some dude talking smack. A couple other triggers may be as good. My current plan is to sell everything except my Huber and move to Triggertech, so here goes.

Due to picking up certs at matches, none of my triggers are the same, but going forward, all of my triggers will be Triggertech. I prefer 2 stage triggers, you can get them in single or 2 stage. Both are great, but I like taking up the slack when getting on target, just sets my mind and thoughts into focus.

I currently have the following:
Timney Calvin Elite: Nice, but slightly spongy. Went down at my first match, but I cleaned it and since then has worked fine. It is on one of my match rifles right now. I carry a spare trigger with me though, and at the match it went down on, I had a spare trigger.

Timney 510 Trigger - the original Remington 700 Timney trigger. It's decent, but not "great." About 1.5 pound is the lowest it can safely go. Has a really wide trigger shoe. Feels fat to me, and typical Timney creep. Much better than a Remington trigger, but not the best.

Huber 2 stage. Nearly flawless, feels good. You can spec them with a low pull weight, but standard has a high pull weight.

Remington standard. can be decent, but doesn't go lower than 1.5 pounds safely. Due to design, they are no longer available except on Ebay, the design was due to a patent workaround so there is an extra part in there that in fact really doesn't need to be there if you get down to brass tacks.

Triggertech diamond 2 stage, Mine breaks about 10 ounces. Similar to my Anschutz, but my Anschutz is better slightly and breaks at 8 ounces, which is the heaviest I can set it. Can be set to break when you think the shot. That is where I like it. You have to shoot or dry fire a few thousand a year to keep in tune with the trigger to not shoot too early though.

I agree with all of this (except re the Huber, which I have not tried). A couple of added points:

BixNAndy makes a great 2 stage trigger, the TacSport Pro, which is my top choice for a 2-stage. The TriggerTech 2-stage has a ver short first stage, and I like a longer first stage (but both are great triggers). For my money, the TriggerTech is the best single stage and the BixNAndy is the best 2-stage.

[NYT]

trigger tech all day. there is a reason they dominate in popularity in prs matches.

[smoothy8500]

Looking for opinions on the Timney vs. the Triggertech Primary Trigger, for the purpose of general target shooting, and hunting.

Lynn was just bringing up a point that compared to your friend, you probably won't notice the difference. So basically why sell the Timney at a loss to buy something else that may not be noticeably better?

[4DSJW]

I would try the trigger you have first and unless it has issues i wouldnt change it.

One of the reasons I asked is because the Timney is still in the factory package. If the TT was head-and-shoulders a much better trigger, I could probably sell the unopened Timney. Thank you for all the comments and suggestions.

[deckhandmike]

Triggertech is not only smooth but reliable in my hunting rigs.

['ol shooter]

Timney is grampa's trigger.

Hey Motherf***er, I resemble that remark!
That must be why I have three Timney's in service, Mauser 98, Savage 12, and Ruger 10/22.