Posted: 3/22/2011 9:52:43 AM EDT
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I have a Glock 17, 3rd gen, rtf. Love it.
I would like to upgrade the trigger and the sights. My trigger now has a lot of travel before it "goes bang" and feels rather spongy. I don't know if this is normal for a Glock or now. Not sure what the pull weight on it is either. It is less than my new Springfield 1911, which appears to have a 6-8 pound trigger (I'm having that changed soon). Would appreciate anyone/everyone's thoughts on the trigger pull weight and the sights. |
| it is nature of the beast- if you are using the trigger properly the first shot will have the long spongy feel. after the first shot you should be releasing the trigger only enough to get a reset click(NOT coming completely off the trigger to pull it through its full travel distance) then it won't feel so bad. It is more a case of accepting it for what it is and getting used to its characteristics than trying to fix it with after market parts |
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IMO, the only 3.5 lb connector that makes the trigger any better is the Ghost Rocket. Requires a little fitting, but it is the only connector I know of that shortens the reset and overtravel significantly. Reset on Glocks, IMO, is just about the best there is. Short and with a nice click. |
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IMO, the only 3.5 lb connector that makes the trigger any better is the Ghost Rocket. Requires a little fitting, but it is the only connector I know of that shortens the reset and overtravel significantly. Reset on Glocks, IMO, is just about the best there is. Short and with a nice click. I totally agree with you. I love the stock Glock trigger. 
But the Rocket I installed on my G34 is even better. Same great positive reset, just shorter. After the initial take-up, the trigger is like a damn clicky switch. Probably wouldn't file it that short on a carry gun, though. |
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it is nature of the beast- if you are using the trigger properly the first shot will have the long spongy feel. after the first shot you should be releasing the trigger only enough to get a reset click(NOT coming completely off the trigger to pull it through its full travel distance) then it won't feel so bad. It is more a case of accepting it for what it is and getting used to its characteristics than trying to fix it with after market parts That's some good advice, thanks. |
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To get a great trigger all you need is a 3.5# connector and a Competition Trigger Spring for a lighter and crisper trigger. Much pre-travel and all of the over travel will be eliminated and you'll love your new trigger. Best of all is that its both cheap (about $20) and so easy you can do it yourself. 3.5# Connector: I've tried Glock, Scherer, and Lone Wolf 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. The other two 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 "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. For great sights for both target and CCW, TruGlo TFOs are hard to beat. |