{"id":384355,"date":"2023-04-07T15:00:42","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T20:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/?p=384355"},"modified":"2023-04-07T12:25:51","modified_gmt":"2023-04-07T17:25:51","slug":"whats-the-appeal-of-a-flat-trigger","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/whats-the-appeal-of-a-flat-trigger\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s the Appeal of a Flat Trigger?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The trigger is a foundational part of a firearm, both in ARs and pistols. A good trigger that has a clean break, easy press, and adheres to your comfort will affect how well you shoot that firearm. That’s just the thing though, it is how well YOU shoot it. Triggers are such a preference thing. One person may like something over another person\u2014single stage over two-stage triggers, heavier over lighter triggers dependent on discipline, and even, flat over a curved trigger.<\/p>\n

The preference for a flat trigger does have merit in certain environments. There are so many different triggers on the market, though, that it is important to know why one may choose a flat trigger over anything else. Or, why one may go a different route.<\/p>\n

Types of Trigger Levers<\/h2>\n

Before going any further, let’s go over some terms. In this article, we will not be talking about the entire trigger, but rather the trigger lever or trigger shoe.<\/p>\n

The trigger lever<\/strong> is the part of the trigger that the finger makes contact with and physically presses to the rear. This will sometimes be called a trigger blade<\/strong> as well.<\/p>\n

A trigger shoe<\/strong> is a little different. This is a piece that actually fits over the current trigger, often by two set screws. Sometimes these can get a little mixed up by both companies and users, as there are some trigger shoes on the market that actually replace the entire trigger lever. A trigger pad<\/strong> can often bring up results of the same type of piece.<\/p>\n

Flat\/Straight<\/h3>\n

A flat trigger lever, sometimes referred to as a straight trigger, is a non-curved trigger. These will often be an upgrade to a pistol such as in the Legion Series of Sig Sauer<\/a> pistols, these have a flat trigger. Many aftermarket Glock Triggers<\/a> are flat as well.<\/p>\n

Curved and Pro Curved<\/h3>\n

A curved trigger lever is your standard curved trigger. These usually come standard in guns. However there are now triggers on the market that are curved, but not as sharply. The curve truly depends on the company. With Triggertech, the Pro Curve has a traditional curve but more surface area. Others such as Timney Triggers have a flatter curve.<\/p>\n

FingerPad<\/h3>\n

Hiperfire triggers offer a competition trigger with a HiperShoe Finger Pad. This pad can be adjusted to user preference allowing the placement of the finger to be the same each time. Other companies are also coming out with trigger pads creating a wider surface area and flatter surface than a standard shoe.<\/p>\n

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The Hipertouch competition from Hiperfire gives the user a consistent place to place their trigger finger. This red pad is adjustable to the user’s preference of placement and is said to help with making the trigger feel lighter as well. (Photo: Hiperfire)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Preferences and Benefits<\/h2>\n

Trigger preference relates to the specific gun being used and the discipline in which it is being used. These benefits may or may not work for you in some instances and guns. Take all of these benefits with a grain of salt.<\/p>\n

The video below from Vortex Nation explains why a flat trigger may work in some disciplines and some guns and not in others. <\/p>\n