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    Yep, you gotta make sure you get that red aviation grease on the correct points.

    Put 500 rounds thru it and post back. I bet you change your mind!
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    For a reliable trigger in dirty grimy sandy and foul conditions the SSA would be the trigger to go with. For competition, precision shooting and the like, I prefer the G.A. adjustable DMR line.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Cold View Post
    For a reliable trigger in dirty grimy sandy and foul conditions the SSA would be the trigger to go with. For competition, precision shooting and the like, I prefer the G.A. adjustable DMR line.

    this!
    there's a reason why it's a "combat" trigger

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    i've had at least 100 rounds thru an SSF and 100 dry fires. I just love it!
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    After putting mine in, I called Geisselle and asked about shortening up the reset, it seemed longer than the reset on a Jewel I had. He said no-can-do, that's what the sear engagment needs to be to keep it reliable.
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    Quote Originally Posted by LMT42 View Post
    Neither trigger has failed me. Zero rounds through the SSA - just installed tonight. 1500 rounds through the LMT trigger.

    I'm not trying to bad mouth SSA, just sharing my initial observations. Perhaps the SSA just needs to be properly broken in.
    Have you ever owned a 2 stage trigger before? Are you feeling the first stage, holding at the break point and then engaging the second stage?

    Having used 95% of the AR triggers on the market, the SSA is on top for feel, quality and reliability. Yes, there can be ones that feel better, but are not as bomb proof (which number one important on a combat gun).


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    Quote Originally Posted by LMT42 View Post
    No, the trigger is as advertised and works perfect. I guess I just expected more of a difference between it and my USGI LMT trigger.

    M4 is right though that I should wait to do a review until after I've broken it in. Don't want to spread any rumors that might damage anyone's reputation.
    There is a huge differe between the two. Your LMT trigger has a pull weight of around 8LBS. The SSA is closer to 4LBS.

    Your LMT is a single stage and the SSA is a 2 stage. Again, big difference.


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    Having never the opportunity to shoot a 2 stage trigger.
    Can someone explain how do they work, feel, and major benefit received when you spend so much for a trigger?
    All my precision shooting to date has been done with single stage Tactical Bolt guns.
    I do have a SPR in the works where a non-standard trigger might fit in the plan.
    Thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by LMT42 View Post
    I received and installed my new SSA trigger today. Prior to purchasing, I read all the reviews I could find. I saw words like butter and glass. I read reviews touting how great the triggers feel and how they're the best investment you'll ever make.

    I have to say that I'm not that impressed. Perhaps it needs to be broken in before I can judge it. Perhaps my LMT single stage wasn't as crappy as I thought. Perhaps I don't have discerning taste. Regardless, it's nice, but I'm not sure it's $170.00 nice.

    Anyone else have similar experiences?
    I really like the SSA I have as well as all the Geisselle Match triggers I own.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tangotag View Post
    Having never the opportunity to shoot a 2 stage trigger.
    Can someone explain how do they work, feel, and major benefit received when you spend so much for a trigger?
    All my precision shooting to date has been done with single stage Tactical Bolt guns.
    I do have a SPR in the works where a non-standard trigger might fit in the plan.
    Thanks


    The 1st stage is a light pull, and you will hit a point where the pull gets harder. Press the trigger past that point, and the gun will fire.


    With a single stage its one hard(er) pull until the gun fires.


    Benefit is a lighter pull, and you have a much better idea of when the gun is going to fire. 2 stages are generally built better where most USGI triggers are mass produced. You can get some heavier than others, some with a gritty feel to them, they are inconsistent in general.

    For accuracy a lighter trigger pull is more desirable because you have to put less force on the gun to get it to shoot. Pulling a heavy 8-10LB trigger can cause your gun to move off target. You are basically fighting the gun if the trigger is heavy. A good 2 stage has a clean light break when it goes off.


    You really have to shoot the 2 side by side to compare them as words are not enough.

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