[racer32]

Lots of good perspective above mixed with a good dose of preferences. 👍👍

Truth is a trigger is an interchangeable part, with some tweaking and fitting. Order what you are used to or try something new. If you don't like it change it.

For me, once I figured out my finger geometry was causing a push to the left on standard medium curved triggers it was a no brainer. Switching to a trigger that better matches my finger length helped me not push while pulling giving me better shot to shot consistency. Could I have trained out the push, probably. Could I have adjusted the sights to compensate for the push, yeah. Could I also fix the mechanical to make my training more efficient and have a better shot to shot consistency so my sight alignment matched my trigger pull more often, winner winner.

Grab one of your other 1911s, clear the gun, grip it as normal and natural, place your finger on the trigger, point it to the sky in front of your face, now look at your trigger finger. Your hand and the first joint of the finger should parallel the barrel. The last joint of the finger should be parallel with the face of the trigger. If your finger tip is pointing back towards you or away from you, you will be inducing movement in the pistol when pulling the trigger. Pick a trigger length that allows for a natural neutral resting finger, the shape is largely an anesthetic thing. Atlas Gunworks has a great video on YouTube explaining this and he gives a trigger size approximation based on finger length.

Enjoy!

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[OldCuz]

Either one as long as it's solid. Since it's an Alchemy it only comes in solid.

 

[Krimbo]

I have both and can switch between the two no problemo. The Alchemy’s curved is smooth and feels great. I’d go with a flat if I had a choice in it.

 

[Uncle Bob]

Why does the trigger being pulled straight to the rear matter?

If you have a curved trigger and don’t get perfect finger trigger placement, is it then more difficult and problematic then a flat trigger?


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Yes.

 

[Merton]

I shoot my 1911's at well over 100 and even 200 yards for fun. I shoot generally at old propane tanks, which are small enough to present quite a challenge while still being large enough to hit. With the straight trigger on my carry gun I feel like I am aided in slow fired shots and more likely to err while shooting faster than with a curved trigger. I do feel as though vertical stringing is easier to control with a flat trigger.

I think that there is something to using a flat trigger for precision and curved for defense/speed, but I also believe that is simplistic and subjective. Familiarity and other issues that make each of us individuals all factor in, but I think that there are general situations and uses where either could be considered more desirable than the other.

 

[Apollo99]

I like my curved triggers.

 

[TheLegoJoker]

My first flat trigger was on my Quantico and I wasn’t sure I liked it after the first two mags through it. Then I started noticing I was shooting it better than my guns with curved triggers. Now I have flat triggers on everything, even strikers.
Everyone is different though so it would be ideal if you could find a flat trigger to try out so you can see for yourself.

 

[SLG]

As I said, it is mostly a theoretical difference. I can shoot either just fine, but I shoot a fair bit.

For all the people who have a strong belief that they know something about issues like this, or for those of you who are trying to figure it out, I would encourage you to come shoot the monthly drills posted on this site. Purely the honor system and it is good fun. You can even win some fun prizes, and from what I can tell from reading here, some of you must be really good so it should add to the excitement. Right now, there are only a few of us shooting them.

 

[wheelyfun44]

As I said, it is mostly a theoretical difference. I can shoot either just fine, but I shoot a fair bit.

For all the people who have a strong belief that they know something about issues like this, or for those of you who are trying to figure it out, I would encourage you to come shoot the monthly drills posted on this site.

I recently revisited your site, and love it! Great articles, great drills, and a reminder that we are always able to push our shooting skills further, no matter who we are or how much experience we have!

 

[SLG]

I recently revisited your site, and love it! Great articles, great drills, and a reminder that we are always able to push our shooting skills further, no matter who we are or how much experience we have!

Thanks very much, I really appreciate that!

 

[Fred_G]

Love my flat triggers. I still have one 1911 with a curved one, I shoot it just fine, plan on fitting a flat trigger on it one day. I hated the look of the flat trigger at first, now curved triggers "trigger" me.

Honestly, if you are getting a gun built, why not get a flat and curved trigger fit by the maker? I can't imagine it would cost much in the grand scheme of things.

 

[dmattera5]

I have both, after shooting a flat trigger though, all of my new production 1911/2011s will end up with a flat trigger. All my classics will keep their curved triggers. I have no issue switching between the two, but I absolutely do prefer the flat faced setup now.

 

[Quack]

The Flat Trigger...

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[awmp]

I have tried flat triggers and they just did not do it for me so all of mine are curved. The curved trigger just looks better as well. Each to their own.

 

[Jsb1911]

Also prefer a curved trigger.

 

[Quack]

A friend & former regular on here hated on the flat trigger, until he shot it side by side with his curved trigger.

Both guns were Ed Brown Kobra Carry's. Same sights, only difference was the trigger.

His gun on the left, my gun on the right.

Ever since this, he has converted to flat triggers.

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[Quack]

This is a photo from 10-8. A long curved vs the flat.

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[Snapdragon]

I have tried a flat trigger but did not like it because it allowed my finger to rub on the bottom of the inside of the trigger guard. I switched back to a curved trigger.

 

[Native1]

Hey All,
I'm getting close to ordering an ACW Quantico and wanted to hear from y'all regarding triggers.
I have never owned a handgun with a flat trigger, so have no experience with them.
I am not a fan of the aesthetics of a flat trigger...
Question for those who shoot both flat and curved triggers: Do you have trouble transitioning from a gun with flat after shooting curved, or vise versa?
I'm considering ordering a Quantico with a medium length, curved trigger instead of the flat trigger that it comes with.
My Prime Compact has the medium length, curved trigger and I feel like having the same trigger on both guns would be best.
Thoughts? Experiences?
Thanks in advance!

Only time you will hear me say that I'll take flat over curves and yes I am a ass man so flat for me is not likely but when it comes to triggers, flat. Any where your finger lands, it will have the same pull and feeling. Just make sure you check out the Atlas gunworks trigger shoe measuring video so you get the correct size for your hand.