Trigger Pull

wjakubin · Posted: Wed Jul 29, 2009 6:24 pm Post subject: Trigger Pull

Hello folks, new to the site as well as being a new ccw holder. I have a question as to trigger pull and which weapon offers a lighter pull, I ask because I have arthritis in my hands and pulling a stiff trigger is tough for me. I really don't want to go into a smaller carry such as a 22 or 32 but have my heart set on a Ruger 357 revolver but will consider a semi if it would be a easier on my condition. Any ideas or suggestions are welcome.

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Bubba · Posted: Wed Jul 29, 2009 7:44 pm Post subject:

there is a real good question

the semi might be a poor choice if your grip strength is an issue..
So in your case I think a revolver is the way to go

I recently shot the new Ruger LCR and it's trigger is very smooth, but not 'easy'.. it is a double action revolver, so it does have a long trigger pull

give that one a try and see if it's comfortable
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gismored79 · SFC Joined: 21 Aug 2008 Posts: 275 Location: oklahoma

I agree auto's can be tough for arthritic hands. I like S&W J frames nothing wrong with Ruger though.

wjakubin · Posted: Thu Jul 30, 2009 2:11 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the reply guy's, I'll stick with my original plan of purchasing a revolver. Another question i have is can a resolvers trigger mechanism be altered by a gunsmith to lighten the pull pressure? I'm doing a lot of Internet research and have my sites set on a Ruger GP 100 357 with a 4" barrel, have any of you had the experience og firring this gun or any feedback from an owner?
Again thanks and I'll definitely stop at the Broadway store to have a look at your inventory and say hello.

Walt

johnm · Posted: Sun Aug 02, 2009 7:58 am Post subject:

wjakubin · Posted: Tue Aug 11, 2009 6:22 pm Post subject:

No pun intended but I pulled the trigger and made the purchase of the GP 100. Thanks for the responses, they were very helpful, nice to find a site like this with other gun owners willing to take the time to help. Now it's off to the range to practice.

Bubba · Posted: Tue Aug 11, 2009 11:37 pm Post subject:

thanks for letting us know what way you went, have fun with it
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Old Grunt · Posted: Thu Aug 13, 2009 8:28 am Post subject:

I think this may be a thread hijack (if so, EVERYONE STAY IN YOUR SEATS!!! Shocked

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My all time favorite carry revolver was a stainless Smith and Wesson model 66, 3 inch barrel, .357 mag. I used to load it with 38SPL +P and that little guy delivered the goods everytime.

And then I fell to the Sirens of "oh, you can get an alloy frame that will be SOOO much lighter to carry. To add the cherry to this miserable tale, I traded the Mod 66 for a gun I grew to hate in just 6 months.

Live and learn!
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wjakubin · Posted: Mon Aug 17, 2009 6:36 pm Post subject:

Took the new Ruger to the range and did a quick 50 rounds,only 2 out of the kill zone. The feel was like a pat of butter gliding across a hot ear of corn, love the feel of this weapon. Can anyone give me advice as to purchasing 357 target rounds here in Tucson and what should I expect to pay ?
The next one on the wish list will be the Bursa 380, from what I see on the gun sights the Bersa is a hot commodity. Anyone out there use this as a carry and what's your opinion. Laughing

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Bubba · Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 9:37 am Post subject:

call or stop by the Armory on Pima (used to be West of the Pecos)
Josh had a LOT of ammo the last time I was there

520-396-3460
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Bubba · Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 9:42 am Post subject:

bygdawg · Posted: Tue Aug 18, 2009 11:35 am Post subject:

I'm still liking my Kel-tec a lot.
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wjakubin · Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 8:05 am Post subject:

Thanks for the info Bubba, will give Josh a call sometime today. You guy's gave me cause to re think on the 380, will check out the one's you mentioned before making a final decision.

bygdawg · Posted: Wed Aug 19, 2009 6:35 pm Post subject:

Just don't get a Taurus pro whatever you do. The travel on that thing is crazy.
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