Remington 700 Trigger

Am Shooting Journal ^ | 9/17/2018 | C Cocoles

[w1n1]

The trigger mechanism of the REM 700 has always been surrounded by controversies from its inception.
The original trigger was invented by, Merle “Mike” Walker in 1948, and was once called the “Walker Trigger”. Its focus is the ‘trigger connector’, which according to walker’s patent – not only smooths the action of the trigger, but also prevents the trigger from bouncing back.
This revolutionary trigger was a big success among hunters and expert marksman. However, this was short lived due to high reports of malfunctions which cause injuries to the shooters.
As of December of 2014, Remington had a callback of all existing Remington 700 rifles to replace the “walker trigger”, basically the connector was removed. This was the caused of many lawsuits.
Here’s a few Remington 700 triggers to consider as it features quality durability, pull weight and handling to improve your shooting.

Timney Triggers
Timney Featherweight Deluxe Triggers are precision machined and hand-fitted to provide a crisp trigger pull. They feature a lightweight alloy housing with machined and hardened steel working surfaces. The trigger pull weight is adjustable from 1.5 to 4lbs. and is adjustable for creep and over travel.
Shilen Remginton 700
Shilen triggers offers a crisp, light trigger pull, adjustable from 2 – 6 oz., that will yield the maximum accuracy from your rifle. Unlike some competitors’ units the adjustments, undertaken via allen head set screws, are locked down by hex nuts that won’t move even under the fiercest recoil.
Jewell HRV
For many experienced gun owners who purchase the Remington 700, they are not too happy with the factory manufactured trigger that comes with it. For one thing, it takes 5.5 pounds of pressure to release the sear when you pull the trigger.
This has motivated owners of the Remington 700 to replace the OEM trigger with the aftermarket Jewel HVR Trigger instead. Jewel triggers are well known amongst gun enthusiasts for their stainless-steel construction which is also heat treated. Read the complete review Remington 700 trigger here.

[Blueflag]

It’s a personal thing. I had the Timney brand in all my long guns. Consistent and reliable.

they don’t float though ...

[Paine in the Neck]

Ditto. Don’t futz around with it. Just throw in a Timney.

[Celerity]

If the Journal needs to hire an editor, my wife is available.

[SteveH]

Alternative Remington 700 trigger bookmark

[Buffalo Head]

It is my understanding that every one of the "accident" Model 700 rifles that Remington was able to examine had the trigger adjusted by someone after it left the factory. The adjustment screws are coated with a plastic type material to leave permanent evidence of amateur tampering.

In addition, every single "accident" rifle was aimed at a human being when the gun's controls were manipulated.

The Remington 700 trigger is an excellent trigger. Not all users were competent gunsmiths and a few did not exercise the most basic safety rule.

[2nd Amendment]

I’ve owned Remington 700s from the 60’s Never had a problem with any trigger. Wonder why they’re always pointed at someone when they go off. Isn’t one of the fundamental rules of gun safety that you never point any gun at something you don’t intend to shoot and every gun is always loaded regardless! Remington’s have the fastest lock time in the business.

[rebel25]

i personally adjust my factory 700 triggers two screws if memory serves. i got it down to a pound with very little time and effort... i like a light trigger

[Georgia Girl 2]

Not true. One of our friends bought a 700 several years ago against the advice of Mr. GG2. He took his son out shot 5 rounds and the 6th round discharged as he started to move the bolt. Next day the gun went back to the dealer. After an unpleasant exchange the dealer took the rifle back.

If you feel you can’t live without a Remington 700 which I don’t get because there are so many great rifles out there be sure to drop a new trigger in it.

[Paal Gulli]

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