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7/28/2011 8:08:47 AM EDT
I am building my first ar platform rifle and am new to building  guns period. I need to know the difference between a single state and a double stage trigger? and what would be a better choice for a varmint rifle?
7/28/2011 8:52:38 AM EDT
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I am building my first ar platform rifle and am new to building  guns period. I need to know the difference between a single state and a double stage trigger? and what would be a better choice for a varmint rifle?


The closest I can describe is that a single stage feels like a cocked double-action revolver or 1911 (no pre-travel or take-up) while a two stage feels like an uncocked revolver or Glock (quite a bit of travel before the sear breaks).

The standard AR trigger is a single stage, albeit a lousy feeling one.

Neither is "better", it's personal preference.  

I have a Geissele SSA in my 3-gun rifle - great trigger, I really like it.  Stick with Geissele for a two stage.  The SSA, SSA-E, and S3G are non-adjustable.  The Hi-Speed DMR, service, and match are adjustable.  Weight, feel, and adjustability vary between the models.

If you want a single stage, look at the Wilson TTU.



The Geissele has spoiled me.  I'm going to put them in my other rifles as $$$ allows.
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