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December 16, 2012, 05:44 PM | #1 |
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I'm looking for a better trigger on my Vanguard
I currently own a Weatherby Vanguard (not the V2) chambered in 30-06 and I LOVE it. A ton of fun to shoot and is just plain accurate. The only thing that bothers me about this gun is the trigger. I recently bought a .308 remington 700 sps for my dad and I have to say I'm slightly jealous of the trigger. To me it just seems to have that slight upper edge, its very smooth and crisp. I was just wondering what a good replacement trigger for my vanguard would be if ANY at all.
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December 16, 2012, 06:04 PM | #2 |
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Timney makes a Weatherby Vanguard trigger that has excellent reviews. Adjustable between 1.5-4lbs.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/552...2-to-4-lb-blue |
December 16, 2012, 08:47 PM | #3 |
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+2 on the timney
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December 17, 2012, 07:32 AM | #4 |
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+ 1000 on the timney, mine is set at 2.5 lbs. beutiful trigger!!
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December 17, 2012, 04:32 PM | #5 |
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so far the timney has the lead lol
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December 17, 2012, 11:06 PM | #6 |
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I put a Timney on my 257Wby Vanguard. It made a considerable improvement in trigger feel. Also adds a 3 position safety allowing opening the bolt with safety on.
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December 17, 2012, 11:18 PM | #7 |
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Follow these simple instructions, save some money, and get to know your rifle a little better. Mine is simply awesome after this adjustment.
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December 18, 2012, 06:59 PM | #8 |
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I know what you mean by the Vanguard (1) trigger. I tried one in the store and it was gritty, creepy, and just horrid. The new version 2 is supposed to have a much better trigger. Timney makes a great trigger.
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December 19, 2012, 09:58 PM | #9 |
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The V1 trigger is an awesome trigger with just a little stone work and adjusting.
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