!917 enfield trigger

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I have a sporterized U.S. 1917 Eddystone Enfield, 30/06 caliber. It shoots pretty well but the trigger is terrible. Has anyone replaced the original trigger with a Timney? If you have, did the Timney trigger come with understandable instructions? What was the model number of the Timney and how hard was the replacement proceedure? How good was the replacement trigger?
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model 17

Dear Sir;
Yes, triggers can be terrible on military rifles with two stage triggers. From Dayton Traister you can get a trigger which will convert that to a "cock on opening" unit.
However, I personally like the two stage Military trigger if it is slicked up with a fine white Brownells stone (you can get that trigger from Brownells too).
I like it well enough (std. two stage military trigger0 that after slicked up I use them on my 416 taylor, 9.3x62, 9.3X64 and 416 Taylor! At least for a military minded user you can have a much better of the release point than you'll ever have wiyth a Timney?
I used to modify them to be one stage but felt it made them dangerous and more difficult.
For dangerous game they are THE trigger of choice!
Harry B.
 
Some after-market triggers require altering the stock and/or the receiver for proper installation. Since the M1917 is fast becoming a fairly high dollar collectible, you should consider what Harry says and smooth up the military trigger. It will still be long, but can be a made a lot better. But don't get carried away and use a grinder. Just a hand stone and a bit of patience will do the job on the sear and cocking piece.

Jim
 
trigger work

Dear Sir:
A very crucial detail on trigger work is, NEVER LUBRICARE THE CONTACTS ON A TRIGGER! Lubricant on a trigger surface, "is a liar."
Your lube will be wiped off and increase your pull in time.
Harry B.
 
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