SD9VE Trigger Pull

[badjuijui]

I have about 600 rounds with my complete APEX kit with no problems what so ever. It really smoothed out the trigger pull. No problem balancing a coin in the front site when dry firing.

Update: I have been practicing my breathing and dry firing with a coin, which I could not do the first few days without the coin falling to the floor. Now I am able to do it and I have not put in a kit. The trigger pull has lost some of the sponginess, if you will, but I still want either the sigma trigger guys kit, the apex kit, or the galloway kit, as I don't expect much more improvement from just dry firing.

 

[Jeffersonwasright]

The Apex kit helped my SD9VEW considerably. However, the trigger still isn't smooth. It's easier to pull now, but there's a lot of "stiction." I don't know if there's an easy way to improve this.

 

[Trenchcoat Vampire]

Personally I think the trigger on my SD9VE is just fine, I wouldn't want anything lighter on a SD gun w/o an external safety and with lots of dry practice, its very predictable. The only thing I've done to mine is cut some grip tape up to add traction in different places where my hand wants some; asymmetrically placed but I didn't do it for aesthetics, this is a gun that's meant to be used and not looked at anyway.

Edit: Oh and bright green nail polish on my rear sight dots, lol.

 

[Trenchcoat Vampire]

Just a check-in to say that after at least 650+rounds of multiple brands, bullet types and grains (90 to 158) I haven't had any problems whatsoever from my stock SD9-VE and the trigger seems a bit smoother, but I can't be sure of that. I had no reason to complain if it wasn't smoother when new 5-6 months ago. I'm probably jinxing myself dammit.

 

[copterdrvr]

I have at least 400 rounds through my SD9 and I have an Apex kit installed.

No problems whatsoever AND I pick up a few pieces of brass every 50 rounds or so and look at the primer strikes on the empty's. The primer strikes are still strong and deep so I'm very happy.

If you have any concerns look at your primer strikes and if they're deep-don't worry about it.

 

[nelmar]

SD9VE--best bang for the buck

I have tried to sabotage my newly purchased SD9VE by feeding every cheap ammo known to mankind, from Ultramax reloads to Federal 9mm. I paid $329 at the Academy (on sale now for only $299), and it outperforms my other two pistols (Ruger P95 and Reming 1911 A1. My SD9VE is so dependable that is I have designated it as mi casa protector. As for the trigger pull, I wouldn't change anything. Its success is in its simplicity (no safeties), and the trigger pull is just right for when in a stressful situation. If you want a lighter trigger pull, buy another gun. I can't say enough great things about this gun. As for carry, I ride a motorcycle and I find it a tad too big. Again, it's for the home, ranch, vehicle, etc. Buy it and you won't go wrong.

 

[Nakanokalronin]

I put the Apex kit in my SD9VE, but left out the trigger return spring since it barely pushed the trigger out for reset. That was awhile ago, but I recently went to the range and shot some Tula through my SD and got several light strikes. This only happened with Tula, but the lighter striker spring took away the ability to reliably shoot any and all ammo through it, so now that's out. Now all that's left in my SD is the striker block spring.

As a note, I keep everything cleaned, lubed and make sure the striker channel is free of debris and lubricants. IMO, save your money and just learn the stock trigger.

 

[armallard]

I love mine as is for now after I get more used to it may ad the apex kit

 

[formula11]

The stock M&P trigger return spring is a little lighter than the stock SD spring but stronger then the apex spring and fits the gun just fine and is only $3

 

[tnplumber]

I think the factory trigger pull is fine how it is.

 

[seemankyle]

I installed the apex trigger spring kit on my sd9ve, and I am now experiencing a large amount of misfires and rough movement when I pull the slide back. Any advice to avoid having to install the original spring kit?

 

[3hounds]

I've tested a lot of trigger's right out of the box and they varied from 8 to 12+ lbs.

The average was almost 9 lbs.

So you can't really say that I like the factory trigger pull because they vary so much.

 

[shawn mccarver]

Just bought a new SD9VE, but I haven't shot it yet. I wanted something I could put in the car or truck, and not have to worry about it too much. With a healthy dose of arthritis in my hands, I wonder about the trigger pull? Any thoughts?

I presume you tried the trigger before you purchased. If so, did it work for you? If not, why did you purchase the pistol?

The SDVE trigger is better than the SIGMA/SWVE trigger, but not as good as an M&P or Glock or a 1911.

With serious arthritis, I would worry more about the ability to grip the slide hard enough to rack the slide.

If you are unable to rack the slide, then the only real choice is a discontinued pistol from Beretta, which allows chambering a round by a barrel which is on a hinge, so operation of the slide is not required. That pistol is chambered in .380 ACP, which is also an advantage for a shooter with arthritic hands.

 

[Rustyt1953]

Congrats on a good pistol. After about 300 rounds, the trigger became a little lighter and a lot smoother.
I really enjoy shooting it now.
I have nicer guns but this one rests on the nightstand.
If for some reason I would have to relinquish my firearm due to a "situation" (remote but possible) I would be relieved it wasn't a more expensive one.

BTW, not a single hiccup.

 

[2hawk]

Welcome to the Forum!

I installed the apex trigger spring kit on my sd9ve, and I am now experiencing a large amount of misfires and rough movement when I pull the slide back. Any advice to avoid having to install the original spring kit?

Kyle, since you brought this thread back after 16 months to ask a question, I'll give it a shot. I put the Apex trigger and spring kit in my SD9 using the instructions Apex has posted on youtube. Trigger and action were immediately better, but I would experience a light strike every once in a while. It was rare, maybe 1:100, but any failure on a gun for defensive use is something that needs correction. So I put the original striker spring back in, and have had a totally reliable pistol since then. I didn't do any polishing other than what is in the Apex instructions.

That roughness you're experiencing leads me to believe that you didn't get things back together correctly, so if I were you I'd study the Apex instructions until I felt I had every aspect down, and dis-assemble and re-assemble the pistol per instructions. This will give you a chance to inspect all the components in detail, and you may be able to trace you issue to a specific part or assembly error.

The real experts will be along shortly, but in the meantime, HTH! And, do use the search function, you will find a lot of pertinent information.

 

[ou1954]

I'm clearly not a "real expert" but do have a background of over 55 years of scientific employment. Here are some of my observations:

1. The trigger pull is clearly higher than any of the rifles I have owned over the years and higher than the 1911's I carried in the Navy.

2. There is a slight "takeup" at the beginning of the trigger pull, caused by a 1/16" space between the trigger bar and sear. Some call this "roughness" but I just accept it.

3. The trigger bar is rough on the side that touches the inside of the frame. I cured that by using very fine sandpaper between the frame and trigger bar while actuating the trigger, then put some grease in there.

4. The "sear" and the release prong on the striker are both a bit rough when the gun is new. I haven't decided to polish those and will wait until the gun is used a lot more.

5. There may be more moving parts in the trigger system but I didn't see any that slide against each other during a trigger pull.

The main issue for me is whether my wife can rack the gun. I decided to prepare for that problem by buying a CA listed gun. It will not fire if the magazine is not seated. If she has a problem in racking the gun after more range time, I will be able to put a round in, rack the gun to put a round in the chamber, and then let the magazine down a bit. All she would have to do then is slam the magazine back up.

If folks in the Carry/Self Defense forum read this they will give me a lecture on how much this will slow down her response, but the 1-2 seconds this takes is not a problem in our home configuration.

And no, I don't anticipate changing the recoil or striker springs.

 

[scwv67]

I never thought trigger on my SD9VE was bad to begin with. Now, with a couple hundred rounds downrange and probably just as many dry fire pulls, it has improved noticeably.

Since this pistol does actual HD duty, reliability was paramount. Thus I had no interest in risking that by futzing around with aftermarket parts in it.

 

[seemankyle]

Kyle, since you brought this thread back after 16 months to ask a question, I'll give it a shot. I put the Apex trigger and spring kit in my SD9 using the instructions Apex has posted on youtube. Trigger and action were immediately better, but I would experience a light strike every once in a while. It was rare, maybe 1:100, but any failure on a gun for defensive use is something that needs correction. So I put the original striker spring back in, and have had a totally reliable pistol since then. I didn't do any polishing other than what is in the Apex instructions.

That roughness you're experiencing leads me to believe that you didn't get things back together correctly, so if I were you I'd study the Apex instructions until I felt I had every aspect down, and dis-assemble and re-assemble the pistol per instructions. This will give you a chance to inspect all the components in detail, and you may be able to trace you issue to a specific part or assembly error.

The real experts will be along shortly, but in the meantime, HTH! And, do use the search function, you will find a lot of pertinent information.

Thank you very much for your reply! I will definitely watch the video again. To make sure I'm understanding you correctly, you used all of the apex kit except you used the original striker spring (the large one?).

 

[MyDads38]

Bought my SD9VE 8-2-2014 and so far over 1,000 rounds down range.

I didn't think the trigger was that bad in the first place, but I shot S&W revolvers for years. Guess that gave me an edge when I purchased the SD9VE. Now, after 5 months and 1,000 + rounds fired (with NO issues at all), the trigger is smooth and I shoot it accurately out to 15 yards.

No mods at all, completely stock. It's one of my EDC guns (been carrying it the most). Accurate, reliable, dependable-best $300 you can spend for a S&W with lifetime warranty!

 

[ou1954]

Bought my SD9VE 8-2-2014 and so far over 1,000 rounds down range.

I didn't think the trigger was that bad in the first place, but I shot S&W revolvers for years. Guess that gave me an edge when I purchased the SD9VE. Now, after 5 months and 1,000 + rounds fired (with NO issues at all), the trigger is smooth and I shoot it accurately out to 15 yards.

No mods at all, completely stock. It's one of my EDC guns (been carrying it the most). Accurate, reliable, dependable-best $300 you can spend for a S&W with lifetime warranty!

It's comforting to see that many posts are leaning towards keeping the SD_VE series stock. Mine works fine for me as is, after a bit of use and cleaning up the trigger bar. I could carry but don't plan to. We will just keep it in a strategic location in the house, which is well designed for warning and protection against surprise invasion. Same for our neighborhood.

If I were still match shooting, as when in College, I would have a proper gun for that purpose.

If the neighborhood changes, we will adjust appropriately.