The pull can be excessive if the sear spring part of the trigger spring is too heavy or the sear engagement angles are wrong or the trigger return spring part of the trigger spring is too heavy. Liquid trigger job 1911 i have heard that there is something called a liquid trigger job, whereby i could take apart the trigger assembly forgive me if i call these parts by the wrong names, i got a taste of weaponry in the army 8 yrs, and now i learn through trial, error, and sometimes destruction and then lube certain parts, freshening. Wilson combat makes some of the finest 1911 handguns on the market. Their motto one gun, one gunsmith is a testament to their artisan.
When fitting a new hammer you should also fit a new sear at the same time. Wilson combat unveils tactical hunter in 6mm creedmoor. We will not work on 1911s with barrels shorter than 4 except for wilson. Posted by ace on oct 31st 2016 small amount of sanding to fit it in a ria. Wilson combat parts and accessories have an unmatched level of exceptional reliability and peerless craftsmanship. Wilson combat glock flat performance trigger assembly. It also has better accuracy, a superb trigger and durable bulletproof parts everywhere. The sti trigger bow is wire edm cut stainless steel, with a notch for trigger take up adjustment. Wilson combat 1911 short pad trigger palmetto state armory. Wilson combat tactical trigger unit up to 19% off 4. The 1911 auto sear spring is a flat spring that has three legs and it works as a return spring for the sear, disconnect and grip safety. Well, i think i have cured the problem but first lets examine what we know and then get to the solution. Wilson combat glock flat performance trigger assembly for gen 5.
The leading name in custom parts and accessories, wilson combat, provides unrivaled quality in materials and workmanship. The trigger parts in my ruger vaquero are a lot heavier than a 1911. Having met jim at several training events, i knew of. Wilson combat 47d 1911 magazine with standard base 35% off. A single action pistol with a hair trigger could be a problem when a user is stressed. The elements of a trigger job on an m1911 pistol sight m1911. Aug 25, 2012 also, depending on what kind of trigger job you get, it might make the gun a poor choice for home defense. Buy now and save when you buy direct from the manufacturer. On the other hand, smoothing out a 5 lb trigger would be ideal for hd.
Heres a video by sti on adjusting trigger takeup and overtravel on 1911 adjustable trigger for you to compare. The ultralight match trigger is used by the wilson custom shop to produce some of the worlds finest 1911 autos. For one, i dont like the straight style trigger and will replace it with a curved skeletonized one, figure while im in there i might as well get to polishing. Wilson combat 1911 competition match trigger, long pad. Find a good pistolsmith and get it done right the first time. Its full height where it is supported by the frame so fitment is good. Wilson combats ar15 tactical trigger unit, mille, tr. Save on wilson combat gun parts trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. Frankly, we didnt know, so we set out to test them. Bcm 1911 s are an extremely limited run with less than 100 of each configuration being offered. Some brands of 1911 auto frames are built to different specifications than the colt.
Trigger, ultralight match, long standard pad wilson combat. We thoroughly suggest picking them up if you want to learn more about the 1911. We will call you to discuss all options and to let you know your firearm arrived safely. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. I have a sistema thats a very decent pistol, but it has a creepy 8 12 lb trigger. Im guessing, but whats probably happening is that the slide does not cock the hammer back far enough for the short sear to engage, so that when the slide comes back into battery the hammer falls to the halfcock notch. He did do work for me on a 1911 that had been abused but i didnt have him do a trigger job, so cant answer the direct question. Wilson combat has been performing world class custom gunsmithing on 1911 pistols since 1977. To remove free play from your trigger after installation, make sure the bow is well supported and use a. Used by the wilson custom shopweighs just over 90 grainspad is machined from aircraft grade aluminummatte silver finish on padbow is hardened stainless steelpolished bow to reduce bow to frame friction adjustable over travel screw for precision adjustmentminor fitting required. Ive heard of and seen the trigger boosting done on single action revolvers using tooth paste as an abrasive but i would doubt it would be a good idea on a 1911 trigger assembly. Vickers elite package for glock paul howe package for glock 92g vertecbrigadier tactical. Saint, my railed sig 1911 tacpac came with less than 18 take up from the factory.
Wilson combat tactical trigger unit single stage semiauto. Scroll down to watch a video detailing the proper installation of the ttu wilson combat has created a twostage, dropin trigger unit with a 4. Trigger pull and the truth about sears061711b karl lippard. Weighing in at a little over 80 grains, the ultralight trigger is an absolute necessity for a light yet safe competition trigger job or to produce the ultracrisp trigger pull that wilson tactical pistols are noted for. I went with a wilson ultralight match trigger long since ive used it in my other 1911 builds. Also, the fit of the trigger to the frame was great for a mass produced gun but i wanted a much tighter fit. As we all know, a big part of accuracy comes down to a good trigger. The wilson combat tactical trigger unit ttu is an easyt0install, dropin, single stage trigger unit for ar15 type rifles. The classic custom 1911 trigger made from strong yet lightweight aluminum, with heattreated steel bow.
It has been my experience that if you drop one of our 5 piece trigger pull sets in your 1911 and the trigger pull is more than one lb. The same highquality matchgrade trigger used by the wilson custom shop in its famous custom 1911 autos. Using our triggers, a competent pistolsmith can adjust the trigger pull to safely meet your shooting needs. Nighthawk dropin 1911 trigger from tom marshall on january 16, 2020 for recoil. I decided to change out my sti trojans stock trigger since it was plastic and had a little too much flex for my taste. Its also got a firing pin stop with a 116th radius, as is my sop. Wilson combat 1911 ultralight match trigger brownells. What is most important with any trigger job is that you have a minimum of takeup, very little creep, so it. Cant wait to get it installed on my coltwalther 1911 22 lr. At wilson combat, only our most experienced master pistolsmiths perform customer gunsmithing, so we can assure your. Jan 23, 2015 1911 sear jig trigger job essentials reference materials. Policies contact us find a dealer faq materials 101 ra form pdf wish list. Ignoring the cost, will i improve my range officer champion by replacing the stock trigger with one from wilson combat. For carry or competition, you cant beat wilson combat triggers.
Wilson combat 1911 ultralight match trigger, flat pad. Overall inspection for functionality, complete disassembly, clean, replace springs, lubricate. Using our triggers, a competent pistolsmith can adjust the trigger pull to safely meet your shooting. Garthwaite, i noticed that he offered a 1911 pistolsmithing class. Wilson combat 1911 ultralight match trigger, long standard. Wilson combat tactical trigger unit single stage semiauto vz. Mar 07, 2011 how to remove a gi style trigger and replace it with a lightweight, skeletonized trigger. The lighter i set the sear spring, the lighter the final pull weight and vice versa. Poor mans trigger job for use on pistols with stock hammer hooks of. Wilson combat 47d 1911 magazine with standard base 35%.
I had a gunsmith replace my flat silver trigger out for a black curved wilson combat trigger, hammer and sear. Youd think 1911s would have a standard spec, and excessive narrowing would make it not work. Shop online now and buy direct from the manufacturer. Born from a collaboration between the craftsmen at wilson combat and the combat experiences of. Also, depending on what kind of trigger job you get, it might make the gun a poor choice for home defense. Trigger 1911 aluminum by ed brown dawson precision, inc. Apr 30, 2015 actually, only the trigger job was a necessity. This text assumes that the trigger group is mechanically sound, and that hammer hook and sear angles are correct and in agreement. From bill wilson in wilson combat 1911 auto maintenance manual its critical that you feed your 1911 pistol good ammo if you are to obtain maximum reliability. Weighing in at a little over 80 grains, the ultralight trigger is an absolute necessity for a light yet safe competition trigger job or to produce the ultra. The wilson also has an over travel adjustment screw so your smith can set that as well. Recoil spring selection tips from wilson combat catalog.
Why wilson combat included norinco 1911 in list of. Weve done our research through the gold standard in manuals and videos. Ask lou how much experience he has had working on 1911s. Keep your finger offthe trigger until youre ready to shoot. Many gun tests readers have asked if expensive selfdefense guns from wilson combat, les baer, and clark custom are worth the money. Our custom handguns have won more pistol competitions and have been carried in more duty holsters than any other custom pistol brand. Wilson combat 1911 ultralight match trigger, long standard pad, black. These stainless steel magazines were designed by wilson combat to be extremely resistant to corrosion so that they could provide several years of reliable service, even while exposed to harmful elements and unfavorable weather conditions. Nighthawk dropin 1911 trigger recoil recoil magazine. Wilson combat trigger adjustment we recommend that this product be installed by a competent gunsmith familiar with the proper function of a 1911 model pistol. However, wilson combats upgrades certainly made the 1991a1 a better and better looking carry pistol in my humble opinion. Trigger job for sig 1911 handguns new jersey gun forums.
Production models will have a special bcm serial number. Exclusive wilson combat engineering enables a durable, 4 lb. Wilson combat isnt just a name, but also quality you can feel confident relying on. Sear spring prep the adjustments that i make to the sear spring are the only variables i use to determine final trigger pull weight. Wilson combat complete disassembly of a 1911 youtube. The trigger bow is a glass filled nylon polymer to prevent inertial firing, with a. The load that ive shot the most over the past 19 years is. Changing or polishing the trigger bow does very little toward lightening the trigger pull, but it may remove some slop in the trigger. Wilson combat glock flat performance trigger assembly for gen 34. Finely serrated pull surface for better feel and control. Wilson combat tactical trigger unit single stage ar15 platform, trigger assemblies, mpn. Wilson combat 1911 ultralight match trigger, long standard pad, gold cup. Wilson combat triggers are skeletonized to reduce trigger bounce which is rough on a fine trigger job and downright dangerous with a very light trigger pull. If the creep remains, go through the entire trigger job process again and double check all of the operations to make sure they were all done correctly.
Wilson combat introduced a new line of pistols this week for more budgetconscious consumers. How to remove a gi style trigger and replace it with a lightweight, skeletonized trigger. Trigger pull and the truth about sears trigger pull, as you may know, is a troublesome issue on the 1911, and coupled with the military need to have the pull weight at five pounds makes it even more so. After 500 rounds, the trigger has gotten smoother, and the colt sear spring brought it down to 5 pounds even. Another method is to add metal by welding to the trigger. Regardless of whether you do the work yourself or have a gunsmith do the work, always go to the range and test the pistol carefully after a trigger job. Click here to get immediate access to a digital pdf of this target pack. Issue with wilson combat hammer in my ati fx45 1911.
They have been building them for a long time and have a reputation for being well built, reliable and accurate. Taking a look at the wc website, i see this, all wilson hammers have been narrowed to provide adequate slidehammer clearance and some are skeletonized to improve lock time. This model, the trttumil, provides a single stage 55 34 pound trigger pull that is suitable for duty use. We will now consider reasonable offers on all listed items on this site. For me 14 take up on the trigger would be too much and i would make it shorter. Oct 01, 2010 there is a whole lot to a 1911 trigger job. Dec 08, 2015 i decided to change out my sti trojans stock trigger since it was plastic and had a little too much flex for my taste. Wilson combat 1911 auto maintenance manual paperback january 1, 1995 by bill author wilson author 5. Wilson combat tactical trigger unit orderable models. Wilson combats ar15 tactical trigger unit, mille, trttu. The legendary ergonomics and accuracy of the 1911, engineered for todays shooter with sig reliability and modern refinements. Is there anyone in the delaware valley, or surrounding regions who can do a competent trigger job on a 1911. Reliability and ruggedness are the name of the game when youre staying loaded with a wilson combat 47d 1911 magazine with standard base. Used by the wilson custom shopweighs just over 90 grainspad is machined from aircraft grade aluminummatte silver finish on padbow is hardened stainless steelpolished bow to reduce bow to frame friction adjustable over travel screw for.
The reason that im posting this inquiry here rather than under gunsmiths is that im wondering if theres anyone locally who does trigger work but isnt a. Known as the american combat pistols acp, these 1911s feature the same love, care, attention and materials that make wilson combat pistols popular just with fewer options and. Wilson combat has unveiled their tactical trigger unit ttu, a modular trigger unit capable of being installed on any ar pattern rifle in under a minute. The creep is a function of the sear engagement and the over travel is an adjustment in the trigger itself. Rotary tool kit like dremel with multipro keyless chuck and flex shaft. Here is a special note about certain problem jobs that can drive you nuts. Wilson combat 1911 ultralight match trigger, short pad. Weve given historys most revered pistol design a 21st century update with enhancements ranging from the fastback frame to the combat night sights. People who have handled it have usually remarked on it, saying.