What is over travel on a trigger?

What is over travel on a trigger?

Overtravel is the characteristic of a trigger to continue its rearward motion after the sear releases the hammer/firing pin/striker. Overtravel reduction is the attempt to eliminate post-release movement of the trigger, through a variety of components and/or assemblies.

What is trigger overtravel screw?

“Overtravel” is movement of the trigger beyond what is actually necessary to release the sear. Hold the trigger to the rear and grasp the hammer with your non-firing hand.

Are Kimber 1911 triggers adjustable?

Kimber is an American manufacturer of 1911-style handguns. Almost all Kimber pistols contain a set screw within the trigger that allows the shooter to customize the trigger pull and take-up on the trigger.

What is pistol over travel?

Technically: Over-Travel is any amount of “positive” trigger movement following the Break. If the frame is what stops the Over-Travel, you’ll often see a small mark on the frame where the rear of the trigger hits the frame at the end of Over-Travel. This is common on some SIG P-Series pistols.

What is trigger creep?

As a part of what is called the trigger pre-travel phase, trigger creep refers to the positive movement of the trigger that moves the sear and engages the mainspring of the gun. Many shooters, when speaking about creep, refer to the gritty feeling a poor trigger can have.

What is Glock over travel?

The RockYourGlock Over Travel Stop gives you a competitive edge by completely eliminating Glock trigger over travel. Trigger over travel is defined by: “The amount of rearward movement after the firing pin has been released”. This drop in part replaces your current trigger housing.

What is the trigger pull on a Colt 1911?

The average 1911 trigger pull is typically around 4–6 pounds. While not light, is hardly a heavy pull.

What is a mushy trigger?

When you hear shooters talk about a “gritty” or “mushy” trigger, that usually means it has an inconsistent and unpredictable Creep with multiple steps. A “smooth” trigger experiences no steps or perceivable stacking.

What is a non stacking trigger?

If a gun does not have stacking, the trigger pressure (really trigger force) required to pull the trigger is uniform from start to finish. That non-stacking is actually pretty difficult to realize because as one compresses a spring, more force is required to compress the spring further.

What does the overtravel do on a 1911?

Overtravel is how much the trigger continues to move after the break. This will dictate how much you have to let the trigger reset until you can shoot again. This one is easy to change without taking the gun apart. All you need is the appropriate Allen wrench to fit in the trigger hole and reach the overtravel screw.

What is the pretravel for a 1911 trigger?

The pretravel is how much you have to press the trigger before you meet resistance and the break. First you need to make sure you have an adjustable trigger. If not, first check out 1911 Trigger Installation & Fitting . Our favorite aftermarket trigger is the Wilson Ultralight Match Trigger.

What do you need to reset the trigger on a 1911?

All you need is the appropriate Allen wrench to fit in the trigger hole and reach the overtravel screw. Screw inwards and test the trigger reset. For the 1911, cock it and fire. Keep your finger on the trigger and rack the slide.

What do you need to bend the ears on a 1911 trigger bow?

All you need to do is bend out the ears on your trigger bow using a small screwdriver or pliers. The ears push against the frame and set your trigger back so you have to move it less. Make sure you get the ears as matched up as possible.