So my 686+ trigger pull seems to get really heavy right before the break, after the cylinder rotates. Is this normal for the gun, or should I seek to get rid of it? If the latter, how does one get rid of it anyway? Is it a matter of lubrication or polishing?
686+ staging point?
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When shooting double action with your revolver, the cylinder locks and the hand continues to push past the star just before the hammer drops. This action is normal, and the increase in effort should be uniform for each chamber, approximately.
It is impossible to say over the internet whether yours is just right, or too heavy. If the gun is new, lubricate the star after cleaning and continue to shoot, which does polish it somewhat.
Suggest you get someone who knows revolvers to check whether yours is typical, or your hand to star fit needs work. DO NOT mess with it yourself or let Bubba mess with this! It is serious revolver smithing!
It is impossible to say over the internet whether yours is just right, or too heavy. If the gun is new, lubricate the star after cleaning and continue to shoot, which does polish it somewhat.
Suggest you get someone who knows revolvers to check whether yours is typical, or your hand to star fit needs work. DO NOT mess with it yourself or let Bubba mess with this! It is serious revolver smithing!
The resistance you describe is often caused by the hand rubbing against an oversized or improperly fit ratchet or ratchets. To check to see if the ratchets are the culprit, open the cylinder, then with the thumbpiece held back by hand, dry fire in double action. If the problem persists while testing (dry firing) with the cylinder open, the ratchets are not the problem.
If the gun is new, you may be able to solve the problem by dry firing or shooting the gun. (break in) If the problem persists, you could have the gun checked by a S&W revolver armorer in your area, or contact S&W Customer Service.
If the gun is new, you may be able to solve the problem by dry firing or shooting the gun. (break in) If the problem persists, you could have the gun checked by a S&W revolver armorer in your area, or contact S&W Customer Service.
My 686 + Talo had the same trigger issues for me. However, after a short break in period the pull seems to be getting better. I was considering a trigger job but like anything new, I think it needs a good break in period with lots of tlc. I keep it oiled and cleaned after every trip to the range. Time will only make it better.
