I have a Voere 30-06 and I would like to learn how to adjust the trigger pull weight. When I break the gun down, there are 2 nuts on springs, one on each side of the trigger. I am assuming these are to adjust the trigger pull, but I don't wanna touch them without some knowledge first. I have found the manual online, but it doesn't say how to or anything even close. Anyone have any knowledge that they can pass on to me?
Adjusting Trigger pull weight
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I can't speak to that particular model, but in general, there are three things that dictacte the trigger pull weight and two things that dictate the amount of 'creep'.
Weight:
engagement pressure (typically the hammer spring weight sometimes also includes any trigger return spring pressure),
sear polish quality - a rough engagement surface will require more force.
sear angle - a steep positive engagement (hammer moves back when you pull the trigger) will require more force than a neutral engagement or slight positive angle.
creep - sear contact surface area and sear contact depth. Sometimes sears are back cut so the hammer slips off an area of negative sear engagement - this reduces creep but can increase the pull weight if your surfaces aren't polished well enough.
Take a look at how the trigger group operates and see if you can figure it out. A set of adjustable calipers can help you determine if you have creep and/or positive engagement - set the calipers to sit on the trigger and screw them open until the sear releases. Subtract the two readings. The difference is the amount of creep. Watching the hammer will tell you if you have positive or negative engagement. The hammer should move back ever so slightly.
This article may give you some insight into how your trigger adjusts:
http://www.surplusrifle.com/reviews/hubertrigger/index.asp
Weight:
engagement pressure (typically the hammer spring weight sometimes also includes any trigger return spring pressure),
sear polish quality - a rough engagement surface will require more force.
sear angle - a steep positive engagement (hammer moves back when you pull the trigger) will require more force than a neutral engagement or slight positive angle.
creep - sear contact surface area and sear contact depth. Sometimes sears are back cut so the hammer slips off an area of negative sear engagement - this reduces creep but can increase the pull weight if your surfaces aren't polished well enough.
Take a look at how the trigger group operates and see if you can figure it out. A set of adjustable calipers can help you determine if you have creep and/or positive engagement - set the calipers to sit on the trigger and screw them open until the sear releases. Subtract the two readings. The difference is the amount of creep. Watching the hammer will tell you if you have positive or negative engagement. The hammer should move back ever so slightly.
This article may give you some insight into how your trigger adjusts:
http://www.surplusrifle.com/reviews/hubertrigger/index.asp
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You first have to determine if you have a set trigger or an "ordinary" one.
To do so, push the trigger forward to the triggergard with your finger. If it linghtens the pull, you have a set trigger. I don't suggest playing too much with such a trigger.
If it's a standard adjustable trigger, you must make sure there will be still plenty of contact between the sear and the cocking piece. On any Mausers (M/9 1 through M98), the sear / coking piece mating surfaces should have at least .110" of contact.
Most Mauser aftermarket triggers are designed to offer around 3 1/2 lbs as a minimum trigger pull (for safety reasons).
The two screws usually are for sear engagement height and trigger (over)travel.
To do so, push the trigger forward to the triggergard with your finger. If it linghtens the pull, you have a set trigger. I don't suggest playing too much with such a trigger.
If it's a standard adjustable trigger, you must make sure there will be still plenty of contact between the sear and the cocking piece. On any Mausers (M/9 1 through M98), the sear / coking piece mating surfaces should have at least .110" of contact.
Most Mauser aftermarket triggers are designed to offer around 3 1/2 lbs as a minimum trigger pull (for safety reasons).
The two screws usually are for sear engagement height and trigger (over)travel.
Ive decided to just not touch it and seek personal professional assistance. The last thing I want to do is wreck something or unadjust something. I'll just take it in to a local shop, thats probably the smartest thing since everything you guys are saying is just confusing me lol!
