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Thread: Single stage vs. Double stage trigger for SBR

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    Single stage vs. Double stage trigger for SBR

    Hy guys...long time lurker, first time poster here.

    So...I am trying to decide on a trigger for my soon-to-be SBR. I am making no sacrifices in the quality of the parts I am buying for it, so, of course, I am willing to spend a decent amount of money on a good trigger.

    So this question arose.

    Do I want a double stage trigger, or a single stage trigger for my SBR? I am sure this question has been asked many times here and I am almost certain I will hear "You don't need a double-stage because you shouldn't have to engage a target past 200 yards." That is completely valid but I do want to hear both sides regardless.

    I have been looking at the Geissele SSA and SSA-E, as well as the super-dynamic 3 gun trigger for double stage...and also stock USGI triggers, etc...for single stage.

    I would really appreciate any input.

    Thanks!

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    I've never felt a Giessele, but I will have one, some day. So this is very biased and FWIW.

    I really like my Timney. True, simle, drop in single stage trigger.
    No take up at all, so that seems nicer and faster for SBR type shots of standing positions, or on the move. But it feels great for bench shooting too. Very very short re-set as well. Just a good fast trigger feel all around. I've never had a bump fire with my Timney, but that's only about 1500 rounds. More trigger time may change that. who knows.

    I can't recomend an Alexander Arms. It has a short take up and short re-set, but not near as crisp as my Timney. The AA trigger has given me several bump fires, and one time a set screw backed out and got lost...ending my plinking weekend. I was wayyyy out in the brush. it sucked.
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    Quote Originally Posted by skeebinz View Post
    Do I want a double stage trigger, or a single stage trigger for my SBR? I am sure this question has been asked many times here and I am almost certain I will hear "You don't need a double-stage because you shouldn't have to engage a target past 200 yards." That is completely valid but I do want to hear both sides regardless.
    I have a hard time thinking of an SBR as a weapon meant for accuracy, so I wouldn't spend good money on a fancy trigger, but in the end, you have to buy what YOU want and if that's what you want, then it's worth the money.

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    I had a Timney, it was O.K. After I got a Giessele SSA, I now hate that Timney in retrospect. Nothing beats knowing EXACTLY when the trigger is going to break.

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    I run a Geissele SSA in my SBR.

    The best trigger I have ever used, while a SBR is not really a rifle meant for long range shooting the Geissele SSA is their Semi version of their Military combat trigger the SSF.

    Trust me they are a huge upgrade, I can never go back to a standard trigger again

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    Either a standard USGI, ALG, SSA or G2S.

    3-4LBS single stage triggers are no go on a combat AR IMHO.




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    What I choose

    My match Colt rifle has a Jewell, My SPR has a Giessele match, my SBR lower awaiting it's form 1 has a Giessele SD-E.

    Only the best for the purpose.

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    I agree that if it is a defensive type of rifle the trigger pull weight shouldn't drop too low. Single stage vs two stage might be a shooter preference, but when running them under defensive / combat speeds and situations you will be hard pressed to tell a difference in the two types.

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    Thanks for the replies, so by the looks of it the majority prefers a double stage trigger.

    Would you say the SD-E or the SD3G would be best?

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    Many will say that a standard USGI trigger is the way to go as a default answer. And for many it is...if that's what they are used to and it does what they need.

    But if you prefer double stage triggers as many do, including myself, keep in mind that Geissele 2-stage triggers are in wide use by various military units. To call them "fancy" or "exotic" is a somewhat uneducated position, as they have very much become the "new standard" for many users. They are just as reliable as the USGI trigger and are approved for duty use.

    The reason I use them (and that's what's key...to have a reason for what you choose) is to keep my triggers consistent from platform to platform. While in the military, I had a variety of platforms that I could choose from depending on the mission (M110, MK12, M4). In order to keep a consistent trigger pull, I had SSF's in the MK12 and M4. The M110 obviously has KAC's 2 stage...different, yes, but still a 2 stage trigger with similar characteristics. So that was my rationale.

    On the civilian side, I again went with Geissele's because, again, I was used to them.

    I can't say what your needs are or what you should do. All I can say is think about what you want and why. If a Geissele suits your needs better, get it. If not, save the money.

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