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    first build trigger question

    Hey, first post here as well as first build. I was never really into black rifles(more into lever, M1/ M1a type stuff) until a few weeks ago. While at a gun-show a friend mentioned how easy it was to assembly one. Since then I have been reading everything I can about them and checked a few out at local gun stores.

    I bought a 1911 at the gun show so funds are kind of low but since I have a new gun to shoot I am in no hurry to get an AR right now and decided to space the build out over the next few months. I want a gun that is an accurate and reliable utility rifle mostly for the range. Do not need any kind of slicked up competition rifle.

    Anyway so far all I have is a Noveske N4 lower

    I plan to order a G & R Tactical Magpul CTR package and LPK along with Magpul trigger guard and pistol grip. I believe that should take care of the lower. My question is about the trigger. Is the Geissele upgrade trigger overkill for what am intending it for or for a first AR. I do not mind spending the money on it, I figure I might as well do it right. From what I understand it is an G2S/S2S. Also any opinions on receiver plates. Is it worth it to upgrade from the BCM that comes standard?

    As for the upper I am pretty sure I will go with a BCM 16" mid-length and BCG and Daniel Defense Omega rails.

    Thanks and I would love any opinions on this build.

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    Geissle is worth every penny. I'm fine with USGI triggers for the most part. But if I wanted a faster trigger, it'd be Geissle all the way.
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    Quote Originally Posted by markm View Post
    Geissle is worth every penny. I'm fine with USGI triggers for the most part. But if I wanted a faster trigger, it'd be Geissle all the way.
    Well holy shit....that might be the biggest endorsement of GA triggers Ive ever read

    Pappabear....way to go

    ETA..to the OP

    Some will tout the whole..."learn to shoot a stock trigger first.." line, this makes absolutely no sense to me but I believe you will hear that perhaps in this thread.

    Personally I just don't like gritty, unpredictable, and very heavy breaking single stage triggers. I like the uber reliable, highly predictable, and very crisp breaking GA 2stage triggers.
    Last edited by ALCOAR; 12-20-11 at 13:05.

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    it depends on the mission you're looking to go on.

    hunting? target? SD/HD? 3G competition?

    IMHO, you certainly don't need a "Hair trigger" if you're going to use it for SD/HD...a 2-3 lb, or lighter, trigger can create 'issues' in those arenas; a rush of adrenaline or stress can cause a, unwanted in the end, trigger pull

    there are many good ones available right now and it depends mostly on the application and the $$$$ you are willing to part with.

    most modular, AR triggers are not user-adjustable and come in preset poundage; my preference is with USER-adjustable triggers.

    visit the websites and research which is best for your application.
    Last edited by donwalk; 12-20-11 at 13:03.
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    Quote Originally Posted by donwalk View Post
    it depends on the mission you're looking to go on.

    hunting? target? SD/HD? 3G competition?
    Geissle has triggers for all of those applications.

    I've never seen a "hair" trigger on any AR.
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    IMO a Geissle trigger falls squarely into the realm of "once you've tried it, you can never go back" category... a B.A.D.A.S.S. S.T. lever is also in that category, which is why Battle Arms Development conveniently sells them packaged together

    As to a receiver end plate, you can't go wrong with the Noveske Q.D. It's there if you want it, and unobtrusive when you don't. Plus it's a (relatively) cheap part, so why not upgrade?

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    I would stick with a standard trigger for your first build, then decide if you want to spend more on a new trigger

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    I thought I wouldn't care for a Geissele trigger for the price. After winning a gift certificate to a distributor for working a USPSA match I choose the SSA for my BCM 16" with 1-4 optic.

    It was quite amazing. Much more predictable. Yes it's lighter, but the ability to know when it will break is the biggest gain for me for longer shots. For rapid shots it was lighter but not "hair" by any means.

    This one was basically free but all my future lowers will have them...and I'll be happy to pay for them.

    Harold

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    Thanks for all the replies. I am almost positive I will get the Geissele. I have a feeling that if I do not I will always wonder about it and just end up buying one down the line. Any thoughts on the rest of the build?

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    What will you use it for? If HD/SD/Plinking and you want a nice trigger, go SSA. I have one on my BCM 16" LW middy and love it.

    For an end plate l like the Noveske QD.

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