I bought a gun with a release trigger!!

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CRAP!!
I picked up a nice Ithaca single barrel trap gun ( Century Trap model) at an auction today for e good price .
HOWEVER, when I got it home I realized that it has a RELEASE TRIGGER!!:eek:
I never thought to check, and of course the auctioneer likely didn't know either.
Oh, well, I've never shot one , but I guess I'll learn!

Anybody use one?
let's try to keep the drift down on this thread, I'm not interested in comments form those who have heard, or read, or have seen one, I am looking for info from those who are successful shooting one - or not!:cool:
Cat
 
I shot trap for about 6 years before I tried one . Most of the top dogs shoot release. I put one in my Ljutic for 1 year and my scores didn't change much. For the most part I am a very good shooter when I put my brain into it. I did it when I had a 97% average in singles and a 91% in caps. Doubles is a whole nother story. Its fun to try but unless your going to go release on all your trap shooting its just a novelty.
 
I've tried several guns with release triggers, a Remington 1100, Beretta 390, a Ljutic and a couple of Perazzis. I like them. I don't own one because I shoot sporting primarily but if I shot more trap I'd go with a release. Let us know what you think of yours after you try it.
 
catnthehatt said:
CRAP!!
I picked up a nice Ithaca single barrel trap gun ( Century Trap model) at an auction today for e good price .
HOWEVER, when I got it home I realized that it has a RELEASE TRIGGER!!:eek:
I never thought to check, and of course the auctioneer likely didn't know either.
Oh, well, I've never shot one , but I guess I'll learn!

Anybody use one?
let's try to keep the drift down on this thread, I'm not interested in comments form those who have heard, or read, or have seen one, I am looking for info from those who are successful shooting one - or not!:cool:
Cat
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Seeing that you are recoil sensitive Cat. The release may work for you. I have used them in the past and they do serve a purpose. It's a bit of a learning curve though. Just give it a try. If you don't like it a Smith may be able to change it back for you.
 
BTW, all firearms with a release trigger must be so marked while at a range. (flag or orange paint) to prevent someone inadvertently taking your gun, and having an accidental discharge.

IIRC the actual section dealing with that is in the CFC Book.
 
Got Juice? said:
BTW, all firearms with a release trigger must be so marked while at a range. (flag or orange paint) to prevent someone inadvertently taking your gun, and having an accidental discharge.

IIRC the actual section dealing with that is in the CFC Book.
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Uh, right!:cool:
Somebody takes my gun off the rack and shoots it without my permission?
There'll be a discharge alright, but it will stop as soon as they put direct pressure on the contusion where i smacked 'em!:mad:
Cat
 
Win/64 said:
Seeing that you are recoil sensitive Cat. The release may work for you. I have used them in the past and they do serve a purpose. It's a bit of a learning curve though. Just give it a try. If you don't like it a Smith may be able to change it back for you.
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I was actually thinking the same thing.
I shot my Hammer Classic yesterday with some 1oz loads, and it was too bad, hardly sore at all, so i may give it a go next weekend!:)
Swinging it with a snap cap this evening in the basement was interesting, I found out that I can squeeze the trigger, but can open the action and and let go , un-setting the release.
That was a worry of mine!
I'm sure there must be standard parts around somewhere, it is an SKB afterall!:D
Cat
 
Claybuster said:
I've tried several guns with release triggers, a Remington 1100, Beretta 390, a Ljutic and a couple of Perazzis. I like them. I don't own one because I shoot sporting primarily but if I shot more trap I'd go with a release. Let us know what you think of yours after you try it.
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Yeah,, I shoot mostly skeet these days, but occasionally shoot trap but with a sub gauge gun.
However, doing a bunch of working out and physio on the shoulder this winter, and I think I may try some lighter 12 bore stuff this spring with that gun.
It will be an interesting experience!

Thanks for all the info, guys!:)
Cat
 
Good luck with that release trigger.
I tried one once and just could not get onto it at all. Sort of freaked me out and I could not get my concentration working in that direction at all. Ended up missing most of the birds.
My assumption is that if I spent time with it I may get used to it but it would ruin me for other shooting with normal triggers.
And just for the record, I saw a guy shoot the corner off a trap house as a result of using one. He had one for a number of years (he was an experienced trap shooter) and then he bought a new Perazzi with regular trigger and first time out he got ready to call for the bird and BANG shot the trap house at the roof line. That was a learning experience for him.
Sorry, but I will stick with regular pull triggers since I like to try and keep things simple in my otherwise complicated life.
CD
 
I bought a used Kolar a few years back and it had the release hammers as well as the pull hammers. I thought I would try the release and see what it was like. I now shoot double release. I really like how they work.

I know a number of folks that shoot release for trap, but pull trigger for everything else, the difference is shooting from a gun down position as opposed to a gun shouldered position.

There is a learning curve ... probably 4 or 500 targets.

I know many folks that shoot release in their clay target guns, some are marked and some aren't. Many use an orange release sticker that is usually mounted on the horn of the butt stock, which can be seen in the rack.

Most accidental discharges are related to mechanical failure of the trigger and that is usually from people dicking with the triggers and "adjusting" them.

Release triggers were originally invented for trap shooters who can no longer pull the trigger due to the effects of many years of accumulated recoil on the body.

Most release triggers can be disabled by disconnecting the hook. Have it checked by a trusted knowledgeable person. What ever you do, don't let someone loose in there with a file (LOL).
 
joe-nwt said:
While you are in the teaching mood, what happens if you squeeze the trigger and then decide not to shoot?
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Cat had already described this: "Swinging it with a snap cap this evening in the basement was interesting, I found out that I can squeeze the trigger, but can open the action and and let go , un-setting the release.
That was a worry of mine!
I'm sure there must be standard parts around somewhere, it is an SKB afterall!
Cat"
 
superd222 said:
Cat had already described this: "Swinging it with a snap cap this evening in the basement was interesting, I found out that I can squeeze the trigger, but can open the action and and let go , un-setting the release.
That was a worry of mine!
I'm sure there must be standard parts around somewhere, it is an SKB afterall!
Cat"
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Is it a "Century Trap" if so Cat should go to Trapshooters.com and look up user name VDT. He maybe able to help with parts or ideas. He is in Southern Ontario.
 
Try Ron Sharpe at RR #4 Dunnville, Ont. Phone no. <removed>

He has SKB Parts to no end, and might be able to help you out.....
 
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