REM700 Trigger - adjust or replace w/Timney

altos

700PSS - the local gunsmith wants $65 for a trigger adjust job. As an alternative... a Timney trigger set-up can be had for about $75-80. I am not an expert at trigger adjustments, however, am reasonably mechanically inclined. It would appear that either trigger set-up would require adjustment to some degree. I just don't know if the Timney is a simple process. There appear to be many who advocate adjusting the original trigger to 2.5 pounds for benchrest (my use) with the belief that the adjustments hold and will work fine. Others would say buy the aftermarket. Of course, there is the Jewell alternative, but that is too pricey. Opinions on which way to go based on your experience ?
Thanks !

11echo

I had my .270 700 Rem trigger modified by my locate gunsmith to 3.5# pull, did a damn good job (not sure how tuff it was to do it). I use it for hunting, I'm still happy with the Remington trigger, that's been 7 yr.s ago. My 2 cents ...Mark

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JustC

The remington trigger will do exactly what you want it to do. I have mine at about 2lbs with zero creep. There are 3 screws on the trigger body. One on the back and two on the front, or vice versa. they are the ones which adjust it. There will be a clear, plastic/glue type coating on them that will pry away with the tiny screwdriver. Do a search, there are sights which have directions for doing it. It is simple, takes about 5 minutes. Adjust it, set it back in the stock, and look through the scope and dry fire. Keep doing this, until it breaks just right as you concentrate on your target. The factory trigger is one of the best production triggers made. I have several jewells, and they are well worth the money if you plan to shoot for groups or Loooonnngg distance. That's just my opinion, I am sure many members have had good luck with the timney.

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kimberkid

I dropped a Timmney in my 700, it had a 3.5 pound pull, vveerryy little creep ... That was good enough for me.

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groundhog devastation

JustC is right!! The Remington trigger will probably serve your needs just fine! The 3 screws are all shown on the sites he told you about. You can do the work yourself if you've got any mechanical abilities. Test the work after you do it and before sealing the screws by cycling the bolt several times in rapid succession to test for hammer fall!! Test with safety engaged and in fire position. After you are sure that the trigger is where you want it to be, apply a coat of clear fingernail polish over the screw top. Loc-tite is not needed and not recommended because you'll have to heat the mechanism to get it loose if further adjustment is needed!!! The last comment was meant to add some humor for all the other people who have ever used Loc-tite to seal a trigger screw!! GHD

bama55

The Remington 700 trigger will do fine. You have been given
some good advise on adjusting it. Mine has been adjusted at
about 3 pounds for the last 20 years. Remington used to have
the trigger adjustment instructions in the old pamplet that came
with the rifle, but they don't do it anymore. IMO 65 is high to
adjust a Remington 700 trigger, unless he was going to take it
apart and polish it.

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groundhog devastation

Just for reference, I have no less than 3 700 triggers adjusted to less than 2 lbs.!! It can be done safely without a custom drop in trigger! I also am not paying liability insurance for doing it!! GHD

MIKE WISKEY

SOUNDS LIKE YOUR GUNSMITH IS A RIP OFF, I CHARGE $20 + TAX FOR A REM. OR WIN. TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT ABOUT A TEN MIN. JOB IF YOU HAVE DONE IT BEFORE

mbrook

My local shop charges $25.00 to adjust the 700 trigger and to smooth works on the safety to make it almost silent. I have been extremely happy with the outcome. No need for replacement trigger on the 700 in my opinion.



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altos

Gentlemen,

A "thank you" to all that have replied. I have found a couple of sites with detailed adjustment instructions for the original 700 trigger. As noted by one poster, the second time (or beyond) it takes 10 minutes. The first time, 45 minutes. So be it. All I can do is learn (which is hardly a bad thing). The rifle is on a truck somewhere between Texas and Kalifornia. After the 10 day wait, a half day at the range for a methodical break-in and then... the trigger adjust.

Hey guys, really, thanks ! It's nice to have a resource where the rookies can ask questions and get constuctive replies.

enjoy in good health...