LC9s trigger

SARuger · July 27, 2015, 08:41 AM

First I will say that I love this little handgun! Its just the right size to carry open or concealed. Its very accurate

For me, a person that grew up shooting revolvers, the trigger is too light.

Can I make the trigger heavier on this gun?

Shadi Khalil · July 27, 2015, 08:52 AM

You bought the wrong LC9. If you want a long trigger, the non S LC9 has one of the longest triggers in the business. I'm not sure if you can make it heavier but I'd bet you would have no problem trading for an older model.

SARuger · July 27, 2015, 09:04 AM

I thought about trading but this is a brand new gun, I will loose my ***.

Simple case of I should have shot the old DA style and the striker before I purchased.

I can live with it but Its going to take some getting use to.

Quentin2 · July 27, 2015, 10:01 AM

You could sell your used LC9S and buy a used LC9 for less. Most LC9 owners wish they had the LC9S or even better, the LC9S Pro.

I bet if you give it more trigger time you'll warm up to your lighter trigger. I can't stand the older long travel trigger.

wpsdlrg · July 27, 2015, 10:09 AM

That's a new one on me ! Someone wanting a HEAVIER trigger !!

I'm NOT being critical, or making fun of you (the OP).....it just struck me as funny, that's all. Usually you never hear of someone wanting a heavier trigger.

I, too, grew up on revolvers and they still are my first love. Come to think of it, both of my current semi-autos have "revolver-like" triggers. The LC9s I'm sure is very different, just as when I first tried a Glock for example. But, training and practice will provide the solution. Keep at it - you'll get there.

I highly recommend dry-firing for practice. Saves on ammo and you can practice trigger control very effectively - as much as you want. Just be sure to do it SAFELY - (NO live ammo or loaded magazines anywhere near the gun !!!).

DaleA · July 27, 2015, 12:10 PM

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I thought about trading but this is a brand new gun, I will loose my ***.

Pity we are not within driving distance, I could help you out by doing a straight up trade, you wouldn't have to kick in ANY extra bucks!

Maybe it's because I tried the LC9 before the LC9s came out that I do NOT find the LC9 trigger objectionable at all.

While I do find the small size of the LC9 to be 'handy' unfortunately I handled the LCP before the LC9 and the LCP is a real spoiler as far as size is concerned.

CZ9Joe · July 27, 2015, 01:01 PM

The original LC9 trigger didn't work for me. Too long and too heavy. It was my one and only complaint about the pistol. Other than that I loved it. And yes, I sold the LC9 and upgraded to the LC9S pro. Love the trigger on the pro

I have no doubt you can find someone on Armslist or one of the other sites to trade with for an LC9. Just make sure you shoot one first so you can see how very different they really are.

SARuger · July 27, 2015, 10:37 PM

I own a few DA and SA revolvers so when I got my first semi-auto I tried a few and fell in love with the DAO trigger on the Sig P250c, my second pistol was the LCP, love the trigger on that little gem! I just can't warm up to this LC9 trigger. The first time I shot it a sent 3 down range like a machine gun, almost like I was bump shooting the darn thing. Yes I could get use to it, I have to some degree, but I lust like a DAO trigger.

I grew up shooting one of the worst triggers known to man, a Winchester 190 .22LR/L/S. I still have that rifle and it measures 13# of trigger pull!

The nice thing about shooting a crappy trigger as a kid, I rarely pull my shot off due to trigger pull. But a light trigger surprises me and I tend to not be fully on target when it goes bang.

Make fun if you want but I like to be in full control of my firearm when pointing it and I don't feel comfortable with this one. Yet anyway. I tried the old style LC9 today and I like it. Should have done that before a spent $330 for what I have.

I still feel its a great handgun, just not great for me

Skeets · July 28, 2015, 12:26 AM

I've owned all 3 models of the LC9 Ruger has made.All have been accurate and 100% reliable.I EDC the LC9s(prefer manual safety) with full confidence.Whatever YOU decide, the LC9 is a proven gun. Good Luck

blackswamp · July 28, 2015, 08:47 AM

I got a LC9 I would trade you. I don't even have a box of ammo threw it because I hate the trigger.

Boncrayon · July 28, 2015, 06:01 PM

Yeah...go to the LC9 hammer fire! And if you like your revolver, cock the hammer in single action each time for a better hit on bull's eye.

DaleA · July 28, 2015, 06:23 PM

All kidding aside SARuger I'm sure if you look you could find someone with an LC9 that would give you some money to do a swap.

cocojo · July 28, 2015, 09:49 PM

I bought the LC9s pro model and I agree with you it's too light for defense. I too shoot revolvers and the LC9 hammer guns are fine, so I just purchased a standard LC9 hammer gun. The trigger is lighter than a revolver but controllable and I like it. I just bought the LC9 at Buds, he has a few new guns in stock but they are going fast and then no more hammer firing LC9 guns. Too bad to, I would love to see a hammer LC9 Pro model with a stainless slide. I would be all over that. Just buy a new LC9 for $289.00 + shipping of $14.00 at Buds and have it shipped to your FFL for transfer.

SARuger · July 28, 2015, 10:55 PM

I think my local gun shop still has the DAO LC9 in stock. If not I'm sure they can get it from somewhere

cocojo · July 29, 2015, 07:41 AM

SARuger, if your local GS doesn't have one, have them send their FFL to Buds and you can get it there. I bought mine on line, paid for it and shipping, then had them send it to an FFL close to my home. That's it!

hoghunting · July 29, 2015, 05:40 PM

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Boncrayon......Yeah...go to the LC9 hammer fire! And if you like your revolver, cock the hammer in single action each time for a better hit on bull's eye.

Sorry, you can't cock the hammer for single action on the LC9 as it is recessed in the slide.

jetinteriorguy · July 29, 2015, 07:54 PM

Now I'm the opposite. I'm an old revolver guy and love light triggers, which is why I love the LC9s. I wouldn't let it go for anything. Very accurate, reliable as heck, and reasonably priced. If I had any complaint would be field stripping is a real PITA.

StrutStopper · July 29, 2015, 09:51 PM

I wasn't loving the trigger on my LC9. LGS wasn't going to pay me enough in trade so I kept it but bought an LC9s Pro anyway. Love the trigger! I haven't carried it yet although I don't have any problem with it. Just still loving my CZ 75D PCR for carrying.

SARuger · July 30, 2015, 05:23 AM

Buds is sold out, wants me to put $350 down to reserve one that they do not have!

I will pass, I only paid $330 for this striker fired.

I might try to trade local with someone looking to upgrade.

PatientWolf · July 30, 2015, 06:18 AM

I bet you could find an owner of an older LC9 hammer fired that would love to do an even swap with you.

stagpanther · July 30, 2015, 06:59 AM

I'd shop around and see if some store wouldn't trade an SCCY for it--when I bought my LC9s pro I took a look at these--they appear to be very well made for a budget 9mm compact gun and for me had a very stiff trigger compared to the LC9s.

CZ9Joe · July 30, 2015, 12:23 PM

SARuger -

CDNN has them for $289.99

Not sure what they charge for shipping but they came up cheapest on slickguns.com

http://www.cdnnsports.com/lc9-9mm-bl...l#.VbpO6_lUXMo

Edit: They charge $15 for shipping

cocojo · July 30, 2015, 04:31 PM

SARuger, I'm sorry it was CDNN where I bought my gun for $289.00. Brain fart no doubt! Thanks CZ9Joe that's where I bought mine and they have them in color too. Not that you want red, maybe? Geeeez, I had a senior moment SARuger sorry! They charged me $14.00 for shipping to NH.

stagpanther · July 30, 2015, 04:35 PM

Couldn't help but notice they have a 7.5 inch super redhawk in 480 Ruger for $599! Down boy....down!

Dragline45 · July 30, 2015, 04:46 PM

You will easily be able to find someone to trade their LC9 for your LC9s. Not sure if you have facebook, but their are tons of buy, sell, trade facebook groups for every state. I have sold, bought, and traded a few guns through them, also try Armslist.com and list it in your state for trade.

July 27, 2015, 08:41 AM	#1
SARuger Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 954	LC9s trigger First I will say that I love this little handgun! Its just the right size to carry open or concealed. Its very accurate For me, a person that grew up shooting revolvers, the trigger is too light. Can I make the trigger heavier on this gun?

July 28, 2015, 12:26 AM	#9
Skeets Member in memoriam Join Date: April 6, 2015 Location: Indiana Posts: 583	I've owned all 3 models of the LC9 Ruger has made.All have been accurate and 100% reliable.I EDC the LC9s(prefer manual safety) with full confidence.Whatever YOU decide, the LC9 is a proven gun. Good Luck __________________ Skeets "Over Kill Never Fails"

July 28, 2015, 06:01 PM	#11
Boncrayon Senior Member Join Date: March 24, 2008 Posts: 920	LC9s trigger Yeah...go to the LC9 hammer fire! And if you like your revolver, cock the hammer in single action each time for a better hit on bull's eye.

July 30, 2015, 06:59 AM	#21
stagpanther Senior Member Join Date: March 2, 2014 Posts: 12,968	I'd shop around and see if some store wouldn't trade an SCCY for it--when I bought my LC9s pro I took a look at these--they appear to be very well made for a budget 9mm compact gun and for me had a very stiff trigger compared to the LC9s. __________________ "Everyone speaks gun."--Robert O'Neill *I am NOT an expert--I do not have any formal experience or certification in firearms use or testing; use any information I post at your own risk!*

July 30, 2015, 12:23 PM	#22
CZ9Joe Member Join Date: January 10, 2015 Posts: 77	SARuger - CDNN has them for $289.99 Not sure what they charge for shipping but they came up cheapest on slickguns.com http://www.cdnnsports.com/lc9-9mm-bl...l#.VbpO6_lUXMo Edit: They charge $15 for shipping Last edited by CZ9Joe; July 30, 2015 at 12:26 PM. Reason: shipping

July 27, 2015, 08:52 AM	#2
Shadi Khalil Senior Member Join Date: September 24, 2006 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 5,210	You bought the wrong LC9. If you want a long trigger, the non S LC9 has one of the longest triggers in the business. I'm not sure if you can make it heavier but I'd bet you would have no problem trading for an older model.

July 27, 2015, 09:04 AM	#3
SARuger Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 954	I thought about trading but this is a brand new gun, I will loose my ***. Simple case of I should have shot the old DA style and the striker before I purchased. I can live with it but Its going to take some getting use to.

July 27, 2015, 10:01 AM	#4
Quentin2 Senior Member Join Date: June 18, 2009 Location: NorthWest USA Posts: 1,996	You could sell your used LC9S and buy a used LC9 for less. Most LC9 owners wish they had the LC9S or even better, the LC9S Pro. I bet if you give it more trigger time you'll warm up to your lighter trigger. I can't stand the older long travel trigger.

July 27, 2015, 10:09 AM	#5
wpsdlrg Senior Member Join Date: August 18, 2009 Posts: 826	That's a new one on me ! Someone wanting a HEAVIER trigger !! I'm NOT being critical, or making fun of you (the OP).....it just struck me as funny, that's all. Usually you never hear of someone wanting a heavier trigger. I, too, grew up on revolvers and they still are my first love. Come to think of it, both of my current semi-autos have "revolver-like" triggers. The LC9s I'm sure is very different, just as when I first tried a Glock for example. But, training and practice will provide the solution. Keep at it - you'll get there. I highly recommend dry-firing for practice. Saves on ammo and you can practice trigger control very effectively - as much as you want. Just be sure to do it SAFELY - (NO live ammo or loaded magazines anywhere near the gun !!!).

July 27, 2015, 01:01 PM	#7
CZ9Joe Member Join Date: January 10, 2015 Posts: 77	The original LC9 trigger didn't work for me. Too long and too heavy. It was my one and only complaint about the pistol. Other than that I loved it. And yes, I sold the LC9 and upgraded to the LC9S pro. Love the trigger on the pro I have no doubt you can find someone on Armslist or one of the other sites to trade with for an LC9. Just make sure you shoot one first so you can see how very different they really are.

July 27, 2015, 10:37 PM	#8
SARuger Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 954	I own a few DA and SA revolvers so when I got my first semi-auto I tried a few and fell in love with the DAO trigger on the Sig P250c, my second pistol was the LCP, love the trigger on that little gem! I just can't warm up to this LC9 trigger. The first time I shot it a sent 3 down range like a machine gun, almost like I was bump shooting the darn thing. Yes I could get use to it, I have to some degree, but I lust like a DAO trigger. I grew up shooting one of the worst triggers known to man, a Winchester 190 .22LR/L/S. I still have that rifle and it measures 13# of trigger pull! The nice thing about shooting a crappy trigger as a kid, I rarely pull my shot off due to trigger pull. But a light trigger surprises me and I tend to not be fully on target when it goes bang. Make fun if you want but I like to be in full control of my firearm when pointing it and I don't feel comfortable with this one. Yet anyway. I tried the old style LC9 today and I like it. Should have done that before a spent $330 for what I have. I still feel its a great handgun, just not great for me

July 28, 2015, 08:47 AM	#10
blackswamp Member Join Date: December 12, 2014 Posts: 24	I got a LC9 I would trade you. I don't even have a box of ammo threw it because I hate the trigger.

July 28, 2015, 06:23 PM	#12
DaleA Senior Member Join Date: September 12, 2002 Location: Twin Cities, MN Posts: 5,384	All kidding aside SARuger I'm sure if you look you could find someone with an LC9 that would give you some money to do a swap.

July 28, 2015, 09:49 PM	#13
cocojo Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2000 Location: Hooksett,NH Posts: 520	I bought the LC9s pro model and I agree with you it's too light for defense. I too shoot revolvers and the LC9 hammer guns are fine, so I just purchased a standard LC9 hammer gun. The trigger is lighter than a revolver but controllable and I like it. I just bought the LC9 at Buds, he has a few new guns in stock but they are going fast and then no more hammer firing LC9 guns. Too bad to, I would love to see a hammer LC9 Pro model with a stainless slide. I would be all over that. Just buy a new LC9 for $289.00 + shipping of $14.00 at Buds and have it shipped to your FFL for transfer.

July 28, 2015, 10:55 PM	#14
SARuger Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 954	I think my local gun shop still has the DAO LC9 in stock. If not I'm sure they can get it from somewhere

July 29, 2015, 07:41 AM	#15
cocojo Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2000 Location: Hooksett,NH Posts: 520	SARuger, if your local GS doesn't have one, have them send their FFL to Buds and you can get it there. I bought mine on line, paid for it and shipping, then had them send it to an FFL close to my home. That's it!

July 29, 2015, 07:54 PM	#17
jetinteriorguy Senior Member Join Date: April 28, 2013 Posts: 3,476	Now I'm the opposite. I'm an old revolver guy and love light triggers, which is why I love the LC9s. I wouldn't let it go for anything. Very accurate, reliable as heck, and reasonably priced. If I had any complaint would be field stripping is a real PITA.

July 29, 2015, 09:51 PM	#18
StrutStopper Member Join Date: January 21, 2015 Posts: 51	I wasn't loving the trigger on my LC9. LGS wasn't going to pay me enough in trade so I kept it but bought an LC9s Pro anyway. Love the trigger! I haven't carried it yet although I don't have any problem with it. Just still loving my CZ 75D PCR for carrying.

July 30, 2015, 05:23 AM	#19
SARuger Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2014 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 954	Buds is sold out, wants me to put $350 down to reserve one that they do not have! I will pass, I only paid $330 for this striker fired. I might try to trade local with someone looking to upgrade.

July 30, 2015, 06:18 AM	#20
PatientWolf Senior Member Join Date: October 20, 2012 Location: NC Posts: 956	I bet you could find an owner of an older LC9 hammer fired that would love to do an even swap with you.

July 30, 2015, 04:31 PM	#23
cocojo Senior Member Join Date: December 23, 2000 Location: Hooksett,NH Posts: 520	SARuger, I'm sorry it was CDNN where I bought my gun for $289.00. Brain fart no doubt! Thanks CZ9Joe that's where I bought mine and they have them in color too. Not that you want red, maybe? Geeeez, I had a senior moment SARuger sorry! They charged me $14.00 for shipping to NH.

July 30, 2015, 04:35 PM	#24
stagpanther Senior Member Join Date: March 2, 2014 Posts: 12,968	Couldn't help but notice they have a 7.5 inch super redhawk in 480 Ruger for $599! Down boy....down! __________________ "Everyone speaks gun."--Robert O'Neill *I am NOT an expert--I do not have any formal experience or certification in firearms use or testing; use any information I post at your own risk!*

July 30, 2015, 04:46 PM	#25
Dragline45 Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Posts: 3,513	You will easily be able to find someone to trade their LC9 for your LC9s. Not sure if you have facebook, but their are tons of buy, sell, trade facebook groups for every state. I have sold, bought, and traded a few guns through them, also try Armslist.com and list it in your state for trade.