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Which 2 stage trigger?

Lefty2506

What options do I have for a good 2 stage trigger for a bolt action rifle? I'm saving up to buy my first custom rifle. I plan on using a Kauger Viper short action, and will have it in a chassis of some kind. I'm up in the air on what trigger to use. I'm not a BR shooter and don't need a 6 oz trigger (but I have used them and understand their worth). I was absolutely ruined on triggers while shooting Anschutz free rifles in 3 position small bore MANY years ago, so I absolutely insist that the rifle have an adjustable 2 stage trigger. Just not sure what all my options are. I've handled the Trigger Tech Diamond. It's okay, but I'd prefer something that can have a noticeably shorter 2nd stage. My guess is that the 2 extremes for me will be the Trigger Tech Diamond on the economy end, and a (out of my price range) Anschutz trigger on the other end (assuming a hanger exists that will allow it to work with the Viper action). What options to I have that are in-between these two?

Thanks,
Mark
 
Lefty2506 said:
What options do I have for a good 2 stage trigger for a bolt action rifle? I'm saving up to buy my first custom rifle. I plan on using a Kauger Viper short action, and will have it in a chassis of some kind. I'm up in the air on what trigger to use. I'm not a BR shooter and don't need a 6 oz trigger (but I have used them and understand their worth). I was absolutely ruined on triggers while shooting Anschutz free rifles in 3 position small bore MANY years ago, so I absolutely insist that the rifle have an adjustable 2 stage trigger. Just not sure what all my options are. I've handled the Trigger Tech Diamond. It's okay, but I'd prefer something that can have a noticeably shorter 2nd stage. My guess is that the 2 extremes for me will be the Trigger Tech Diamond on the economy end, and a (out of my price range) Anschutz trigger on the other end (assuming a hanger exists that will allow it to work with the Viper action). What options to I have that are in-between these two?

Thanks,
Mark
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Tubb.

David Tubb T7T two-stage trigger (fits remington 700 style actions) Right Hand Standard Weight

Tubb T7T two stage trigger (fits Remington 700 style actions; the smooth pull and crisp break make this one of the best triggers on the market;
www.davidtubb.com www.davidtubb.com
 
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Walt Krafft said:
BixNAndy competition 2 stage with the adjustable trigger blade is great. The fixed trigger blade is great too and a little cheaper.
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I will second this. I have 2 and they are excellent. I like it better than my Bix Competition. Buy once, cry once.
 
As I mentioned, I don't care for the Trigger Tech. I'd have no problems putting one on a factory rifle, but if I'm sinking the money into a custom action, custom barrel, and a chassis, then their trigger is sub-par. It would be like going out an buying a new Ferrari then buying a pair of all season tires for it.

The BnA 2 stage looks promising. I'll give them a call to better understand the difference between the TacSport and the Competition trigger to see which one would suit me better.
 
Lefty2506 said:
What options do I have for a good 2 stage trigger for a bolt action rifle? I'm saving up to buy my first custom rifle. I plan on using a Kauger Viper short action, and will have it in a chassis of some kind. I'm up in the air on what trigger to use. I'm not a BR shooter and don't need a 6 oz trigger (but I have used them and understand their worth). I was absolutely ruined on triggers while shooting Anschutz free rifles in 3 position small bore MANY years ago, so I absolutely insist that the rifle have an adjustable 2 stage trigger. Just not sure what all my options are. I've handled the Trigger Tech Diamond. It's okay, but I'd prefer something that can have a noticeably shorter 2nd stage. My guess is that the 2 extremes for me will be the Trigger Tech Diamond on the economy end, and a (out of my price range) Anschutz trigger on the other end (assuming a hanger exists that will allow it to work with the Viper action). What options to I have that are in-between these two?

Thanks,
Mark
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I like the Huber 2 stage trigger with 1.5 # total pull weight. The Huber is extremely reliable and tough. The only drawback for some is they are not adjustable but he makes several pull weights. Once I determine pull weight I don’t go adjusting triggers any further on a particular rifle.

CG Jackson and Tubb 2 stage triggers also have excellent reputation. May be fitment issues in some applications with the Tubb trigger though. Know what you are getting.
 
Had the TT Diamond and Bix Tacsport Pro, I like the Bix better. I like a little over travel which the TT doesn’t have. In addition I like the fact you can take the Bix apart and clean it yourself and they have different sear heights to tune it to your action.
 
The Anschutz is pretty bulky and may not fit a chassis even if you find a suitable hanger. I have CG Jackson type Extreme triggers and like them. Have heard great things about the Bix 2- stages. If you do not need an adjustable shoe, you may be able to locate a Super 700 trigger by Geissele (sp?).

The Anschutz has ruined you for all of the above though.
 
Mike Samer said:
The Anschutz has ruined you for all of the above though.
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Yes it has. On the up side, it's been over 25 years since I ran an Anschutz trigger though, so maybe I'm embellishing them to myself...

This rifle will likely be the foundation of any rifle that I use going forward, so I do want a trigger that's adjustable. It will have a Remage style barrel and it will likely start off with a 20 Tac barrel for prairie dogs. If I ever find myself wanting to hit something with more authority at distance whether it be for targets or fur, I'm fine with swapping barrels out and even getting a lighter stock/chassis as the need arises.

In all reality, I will likely end up with a TriggerTech Diamond. My main thing on a 2 stage trigger is the length of the 2nd stage (short) and overtravel (non-existent), and I haven't found anyone who could say that any of the other triggers on the market are perceivably better. I'd love to find a Tubb that I could compare side to side, but I've not found anyone in my area that has one.
 
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