LR308 Trigger question

[str8shuutr45]

I have a DPMS LR308 Mk12 that comes with an adjustable JP single stage trigger. While the JP is a very nice single stage, I really want a 2 stage trigger. Other than than Rolls Royce Geissele ( I really don't want to spend that much) what are my other options? I have experience with both RRA and CMMG 2 stage triggers. Would either one of these hold up in a 308? 

Thanks

[EasyEJL]

I have a cmmg 2 stage in my 308, as it was the only reasonable choice at the time. Works nicely.

[FaRKle!]

You can get a Geissele G2S trigger for about the same price as those other two. Very close to the SSA.

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Edited January 14, 2014 by FaRKle!

[survivalshop]

I just installed a G2S in my 16" 308AR & it is very close to operation as my SSA , you can't go wrong with a Geissele .

[str8shuutr45]

thanks - I'm going to keep my eyes open for a lightly used Geissele G2S. 

[Rsquared]

This is gonna come as a shock to everybody. But try an Armalite 2 stage. The standard tactical 2 stage, not the national match. It's a pretty good trigger that I run in most of my rifles. With the NM you're getting close to the Geissele price.

Edited January 14, 2014 by Rsquared

[blue109]

I put a 4# Timney in my 308. It was the 5.56 version, not the 308 specific one. Worked fine on on most of my ammo until I tried some crappy 1975 Indian surplus. Stock trigger set it off fine but the Timney takes 2 tries to make it go bang.

Just food for though.

Edited January 15, 2014 by blue109

[badta00]

I purchased the G2S for my DPMS Recon 308. I had issues with the BCG getting hung up on it. I contacted Geissele and sent my rifle to them. They modified the trigger to work and gave me a SSA trigger, a hat, t-shirts, patches, and decals for my trouble.

They installed the SSA in my Recon and I installed the G2S in my Del-Ton. I'm very pleased with how both of them shoot and as far as I'm concerned their Customer Service is second to none.

[badta00]

I paid $160 for my G2S on Gunbroker.com. I see them for as low as $148.36 now.

[Robocop1051]

I paid $90 (shipped) for a RRA National Match Trigger at www.joeboboutfitters.com/

 

You just have to wait for their sales (or use their Mil/LE code, if that applies)

[98Z5V]

This is gonna come as a shock to everybody. But try an Armalite 2 stage. The standard tactical 2 stage, not the national match. It's a pretty good trigger that I run in most of my rifles. With the NM you're getting close to the Geissele price.

Believe it or not, I was coming in here to suggest this.

 

You can even go with the Armalite 2-stage National Match, and it's not Geissele-priced.  It's adjustable, dependable, and a very, very good trigger.  I have one, and I have no intentions of ever getting rid of it.  It is an excellent trigger, and won't break the bank.  It's a little more than the RRA 2-stage, but very well worth it.

[Rsquared]

See? See? My silver backed friend agrees with me. And you all thought that all I do is schill Armalite products blindly and for no reason. <laughs>

[str8shuutr45]

I found a G2S from TierOneArms this weekend for $157 delivered.

Thought it was a good deal so, I ordered it.  

I'll post up when I install and get it to the range.

[tp308]

I got a stupid question.

What is a single and 2 stage trigger?

[Rsquared]

No. Not a stupid question.

 

Single stage = squeeze the trigger until it "breaks" and the rifle goes BANG.

 

2 stage = You can feel the trigger creep, and then it feels like it hits a stop. Squeeze a little more and the rifle goes BANG.

 

Simple enough explanation for ya?

[tp308]

Yes thanks.

[392heminut]

To ad to Ron's description, the second stage of the pull will require just a little more pressure than the first stage did.

[brick13]

since i've never heard of a two stage trigger, my guess is my early match training and shooting was with a single stage trigger which i learned to gently squeeze until the rifle or pistol went bang....the two stage would probably cause my old brain cell to shut down??

 

thanks, bill

[Rsquared]

Actually......the 2nd stage would probably make you focus a little more.

[FaRKle!]

since i've never heard of a two stage trigger, my guess is my early match training and shooting was with a single stage trigger which i learned to gently squeeze until the rifle or pistol went bang....the two stage would probably cause my old brain cell to shut down??

 

thanks, bill

The best way I can describe it is to think of it like a digital camera. Most cameras exposure buttons are 2-stage. It lets you press the button down halfway, which sets the auto focus, and then the 2nd click takes the picture. Of course if you're in a rush you can press harder and go through both stages in one push, but you don't get quite as fine and controllable of a press and picture.

Edited May 5, 2014 by FaRKle!

[mineralman55]

I got a stupid question.

What is a single and 2 stage trigger?

 

If you have access to an M1 Garand, try it. That's a 2-stage trigger.

[survivalshop]

If you have access to an M1 Garand, try it. That's a 2-stage trigger.

Now that , I didn't know .

I'm going to have to dig mine out to see .I did have it out front for a while now its in the back of the safe.

[unforgiven]

If you have access to an M1 Garand, try it. That's a 2-stage trigger.

I just had mine out to put a new [50/60's] GI sling on and it doesn't feel like one.Didn't feel like takeup and break,just press and break. <dontknow>

[Dracomeister]

Recently installed a Geissele SSA-E ($200 at my LGS) in my LR-308 ... OMG!!!!!!!  I didn't realize just how "gritty" the stock trigger was. Dropped my groups by 1/2" and followup shots are on in no time! Wife 'bout  had a cow when she saw the receipt but she got over it (I hope). Shootin' buddy has an AR-15 with the G2S and that is a slick ride too.  Don't think you can go wrong with either.