Single Stage, Double Stage

Nick_Burman · Post by **Nick_Burman** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 8:54 pm

My rifle (an Anschütz 2002) has its trigger set up for double stage. However I've been reading some shooters who claim that a single-stage trigger is better. So I would like to know what setup works best, single or double stage?

Cheers Nicholas

Richard H · Post by **Richard H** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 9:13 pm

If one was better than the other there most likely would only be one. It's a personal thing that is up to the shooter.

Nick_Burman · Post by **Nick_Burman** » Wed Jan 16, 2008 6:40 am

Thanks, I've posted this question because I've also heard a talk of folks picking up more points by switching to single stage. I've been shooting double stage ever since I've started and got used to it as it allows me to back off in case there is a mistake on the making.

Cheers NB

Richard H · Post by **Richard H** » Wed Jan 16, 2008 8:59 am

There's a thing called the Hawthorne effect which basically says that change in itself can bring temporary improvement. These improvements are short lived usually. Some peolpe will prefer a single stage and truly do better others will do the same with a two-stage trigger. The only way to actually find out which one works for you is to give them an honest try (not just a few times at the range) for a month or so.

isuguncoach · Post by **isuguncoach** » Thu Jan 17, 2008 10:53 am

Nick,

Having coached a lot of shooters, and finding a different preference for single vs. double, one trial to attempt is to change the length of your first stage. By making it shorter and practicing awhile you will get an idea if you will like a single stage trigger. Having a little space to "back off" the trigger pressure and still maintain you shot plan, is a good idea. Some of our 1st stages are very short, but still makes a difference to the shooter.

Joe