Which trigger for 15 Sport?

[pdblue]

After about 500 rounds through my M&P15 Sport, I have decided to install a new trigger. The factory trigger is too gritty and mushy for me. I do not want to tinker around with the internals but just want to install a new one. Don't want to break the bank but just want a decent trigger. Rifle is used for fun, targets, tin cans, etc. What are your recommendations on new triggers? Thanks

 

[JaPes]

I run a Rock River Arms 2-Stage Varmint trigger in my rifle. It's a nice 2-stage that doesn't break the bank. I bought mine for around $85. Otherwise if you're happy with a single stage combat trigger, check out the ALG defense Advanced Combat Trigger.

Advanced Combat Trigger (ACT)

https://rockriverarms.com/index.cfm...tegory_id=434&CFID=485909643&CFTOKEN=67786521

The ALG one, buy directly from ALG. The RRA trigger, shop around. You can find them for less than the $120 listed on the RRA website.

 

[MichiganScott]

I have the RRA 2-Stage Match Trigger in two of my AR's. After shooting High Power for a number of years, I've come to prefer a two stage trigger and the 4.5-5lb pull weight does not bother me in the least. ADCO has them in stock for $100.

 

[Vigilant]

The factory trigger on my M&P 15T is surprisingly smooth and crisp. Not sure if they use a different trigger on this model, or if I just got lucky....

 

[Dfresh15]

Geiselle 2-stage

 

[cyphertext]

The factory trigger on my M&P 15T is surprisingly smooth and crisp. Not sure if they use a different trigger on this model, or if I just got lucky....

Same trigger on all M&P 15 models except VTAC II. Typically the S&W trigger is very good for a mil-spec trigger.

 

[Vigilant]

Same trigger on all M&P 15 models except VTAC II. Typically the S&W trigger is very good for a mil-spec trigger.

Not the same 2-stage pull as the Geissele G2S on my AAC MPW 3B, but as I said, I am quite content with it.

You want to complain about a trigger? Try a PSA.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

Do your research.

Buy the trigger that best fits the type shooting you do.

I would reconsider trying to save money on a trigger. Take your time learning about what's available and what folks have to say about their triggers, then when you have $250 to spend click the buy button on the right one for you.

I have a Wilson Combat TTU 4lb single. Best trigger there is as far as I'm concerned for what I want. But it may not be for someone else.

Happy trigger hunting.

 

[Grjfer]

Same trigger on all M&P 15 models except VTAC II. Typically the S&W trigger is very good for a mil-spec trigger.

Have to agree. I have a Friend with a Rock River in 9mm, that trigger is terrible. He also owns a 15T, and that trigger as well as my 2 sports are much better than the Rest.

 

[cbunix23]

If you want to stick with a combat trigger then I'd suggest the ALG QMS or ACT as excellent, replacement combat triggers, single stage, smooth and crisp, and very reasonably priced at $45 or $65.

"ALG" is Amy Geissele, Bill Geissele's wife.

http://www.brownells.com/rifle-part...hanced-military-style-triggers-prod53928.aspx

describes them as:

"Gives A Smoother Pull While Preserving Reliability

Trigger/hammer kits feature rugged military-type components carefully prepped to give a smoother trigger pull while maintaining the original geometry for maximum reliability. These are “enhanced standard” triggers, so the armorer continues to work with the configuration he’s accustomed to. The QMS (Quality Mil-Spec) set has the sear contact surface precision-honed to smooth and lighten the pull to around 6½ lbs. The ACT (ALG Combat Trigger) adds nickel-boron coating on the trigger and nickel-Teflon coating on the hammer, disconnnector, and pins to increase surface hardness and reduce friction, with an average pull weight of about 6 lbs."

I run a Colt 6951 9mm carbine with an ALG ACT (and Geissele triggers in other rifles). You'd have to spend a lot more money to get a better trigger.

 

[GhostMutt]

Hi sorry for jumping on this i normally only post in the 15-22 thread but i have been researching a lot of triggers, that i am going to put into my 15-22, (before you go off that it's only a .22 remember i am in the UK)

I would agree with Phil totally. Don't scrimp on optics and dont scrimp on triggers.
You really do get what you pay for and seeing that the trigger is probably the major part of the rifle, the more research you do and $ you spend is going to get you better quality and

Youtube can really help with comparisons of high end triggers.
[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btSe8TEVuU4[/ame]

Do your research...and put off buying a make do improvement, spend the $ and get a trigger that will really make big changes in your rifle.
My advice for what its worth

 

[mrwintr]

Another vote for buying the Rock River 2 stage. They feel nice and they don't break the bank...around $100-120.

 

[tomfrey]

trigger

I own and really like the Rock River 2 stage. I have them in 2 different ARs, but they are not in the same league as a Timney, Geissele or Wilson. I have a Wilson TTU and it awesome. I recenly put in a POF single stage that was 140 bucks. Its supposed to be a 4.5 lb trigger, but its actually just over 5 lbs but has no creep or grit and breaks very clean. The nice thing is that the whole unit drops in (after you remove the safety).

 

[PeeShooter]

Why don't you first try taking the old one out and do a bit of polishing? Get yourself an Arkansas Stone and polish all surfaces, who knows you might be satisfied with the parts you have tuned up a bit. Otherwise you cant possibly be disappointed with a Geissele SSA-E Super Semi Automatic Enhanced Trigger, Geissele SSA-E Super Semi Automatic Enhanced Trigger AR-15 LR-308 Little pricy but worth every penny,

 

[stinsonbeach]

I have mostly Timney's in my AR platforms.
BUT if you want an "almost" & "good enough" than the answer is simple. Very simple.
Get a set of JP "yellow" springs.
Less than $10 bucks & if you close your eyes you can't tell the difference between them & a $250 fire control group!

ps if you don't like them, email me & I'll buy them from you . . . but you'll love'm!!!

 

[otisrush]

I also agree with Phil: Figure out what you need based on how you shoot and what is out there. In my case I was looking for better off the bench. I put in a Geissele SSA-E and I couldn't be happier. It is perfect for what I'm doing. But it would not be a good fit for other types of shooting. As Mr. Geissele says - the SSA-E is hard to control in non-bench situations.

So see what you need. There are a number if good guides out there.

 

[splitcane1]

I bought a CMC (Chip McCormick) 3.5# single stage flat trigger for $158.50 and love it. Came with anti walk pins.

 

[wazhazhe]

I have a Geiselle SSA-E trigger that is wonderful. Easy to install too.

 

[uncledoggle]

Another vote for Timney. We were voting, weren't we?
Seriously, Timney for single stage, Geissele for two stage. What ever you are most comfortable with.

 

[sgtsandman]

I went with Geissle but before you buy anything, consider what you are going to use the rifle for. For example, if it's going to be a "Range Queen", you might want to look at a lighter pull trigger than something you are going to go stomping around in the woods with. In the above example, you would be looking at say a 3 lbs trigger for the range and a 4 to 4.5 lbs trigger in the woods. You would be surprised what a difference a pound to a pound and a half makes. My MVP has a 3 lbs pull and it almost seems like I'm just touching the trigger to set it off.

Cost wise, if you are looking at Geissele, Timeny, CMC, or one of the other top names, expect to spend around $200, give or take. So, if you go with one one them, make sure you make the right pick for what you want to do with your rifle.