boondocker385
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Any strong opinions on aftermarket triggers, specifically for a Glock 21
Glock after market triggers
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Uncle Malice
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The only 3 I consider adequate for defensive or carry use are the Overwatch Precision (of which I have 3), the Agency, and the Apex.
The Zev and others get their excellent pulls by pre-staging, and thus negating factory safeties such as the striker block. No thanks.
I am a huge fan of the Overwatch Precision (previously GlockKraft).
The Zev and others get their excellent pulls by pre-staging, and thus negating factory safeties such as the striker block. No thanks.
I am a huge fan of the Overwatch Precision (previously GlockKraft).
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boondocker385
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And this is why I like this forum. It will be for a carry pistol and I certainly do not want to disable the built in safety.
I've tried a number of triggers over the 17 yrs I've owned Glocks (Custom G20L, G21, Custom G21L, G22, G23, and Custom G24) and for all around use that's good enough for precision but still safe without defeating the safeties, I've settled on a simple but effective solution.
I've found that all you need is the right 3.5# connector and a Competition Trigger Spring for a lighter and crisper trigger. Much of the pre-travel and all of the over travel will be eliminated and you'll love your new trigger. Best of all is that it’s both cheap (about $20) and so easy you can do it yourself in just a couple of minutes. All of my Glocks have this mod and because it's simply swapping 2 parts, it's completely reversible if you want to trade yours for another.
3.5# Connector: I've tried a ton of 3.5# connectors in my Glocks and Lone Wolf's is the best hands down because it gives you the best 'break' with less take up and over travel when used with the Competition Trigger Spring. The other connectors left a mushy feel in the trigger. You can get it from Glockparts.com for $15 HERE.
Comp Trigger Spring: The Comp Trigger Spring is a higher weight spring (6lbs vs 5lbs) and because the spring works with you pulling the trigger, not against you, the higher spring weight gives you a lighter and crisper pull. Glockparts.com has them for $5 HERE.
While you’re at it, give your Glock a 25¢ trigger job by following the instructions HERE. Its really quite simple to do and you’ll be pleased with the results.
For instructions on replacing your connector and trigger spring, as well as disassembling your Glock, check out Glockparts Disassembly Page. Just click "Glock Disassembly" on the left of his home page. They give instructions with photos to help you do it. Glocks are simple to work on so give it a try.
I've found that all you need is the right 3.5# connector and a Competition Trigger Spring for a lighter and crisper trigger. Much of the pre-travel and all of the over travel will be eliminated and you'll love your new trigger. Best of all is that it’s both cheap (about $20) and so easy you can do it yourself in just a couple of minutes. All of my Glocks have this mod and because it's simply swapping 2 parts, it's completely reversible if you want to trade yours for another.
3.5# Connector: I've tried a ton of 3.5# connectors in my Glocks and Lone Wolf's is the best hands down because it gives you the best 'break' with less take up and over travel when used with the Competition Trigger Spring. The other connectors left a mushy feel in the trigger. You can get it from Glockparts.com for $15 HERE.
Comp Trigger Spring: The Comp Trigger Spring is a higher weight spring (6lbs vs 5lbs) and because the spring works with you pulling the trigger, not against you, the higher spring weight gives you a lighter and crisper pull. Glockparts.com has them for $5 HERE.
While you’re at it, give your Glock a 25¢ trigger job by following the instructions HERE. Its really quite simple to do and you’ll be pleased with the results.
For instructions on replacing your connector and trigger spring, as well as disassembling your Glock, check out Glockparts Disassembly Page. Just click "Glock Disassembly" on the left of his home page. They give instructions with photos to help you do it. Glocks are simple to work on so give it a try.
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Uncle Malice
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I updated my original post because I forgot to mention the Apex trigger, which is also safe. I just don't find the aesthetics to be great on their Glock triggers. I do have experience with Apex in M&P and P320 guns and they are excellent.
You'd be well served by any of them. The biggest reason I change out the trigger is the just the trigger show contours. The flat trigger tab on the curved trigger face of the stock triggers really bugs my finger. It's less about the quality of the trigger pull. If the stock trigger face doesn't bother you, then by all means, a cheaper route of some polishing and the 3.5lb connector is a nice upgrade. I just prefer the feel of the flat faced trigger.
Uncle Malice
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I don't know who "glocktriggers" is, but that doesn't sound right at all. There's no reason why the connector ramp geometry would effect primer strike strength. Those connectors from reputable companies (Glock OEM, Ghost, LWD) should work just fine.
The only thing I can think of is if your "glocktriggers" connector was out of spec and releasing the striker too early.
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http://glocktriggers.com/
Don't know what the issue was, but like I clearly stated, immediately after the kit install I started having light primer strike issues. Was driving me nuts, I was not sure if it was my handloads, factory ammo or the trigger kit. After a few weeks of testing I put my G22 back to oem stock and it performed flawless.
I went with the Glock Triggers Guardian system because it's made of OEM polished parts: http://glocktriggers.com/products/guardian/ They gave me a 30-day guarantee/approval on it (not including firing live ammunition).
I asked for no "wall" in the trigger feel and they accommodated that, too. It's a "rolling break" at right about five pounds pull.
In my case my out-of-the-box trigger was so bad that it was either fix the trigger or sell the pistol. I've had it for four years now and am happy with it.
I asked for no "wall" in the trigger feel and they accommodated that, too. It's a "rolling break" at right about five pounds pull.
In my case my out-of-the-box trigger was so bad that it was either fix the trigger or sell the pistol. I've had it for four years now and am happy with it.
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