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January 2, 2019
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I'm trying to find out what is the normal trigger pull for model 15-2. In SA I managed to measure it at a constant 3.5 lbs but in DA it was beyond the max of my trigger scale which has a max of 8 lbs. It feel very hard to shoot DA so I'm wondering if that's the way it was designed.
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December 5, 2008
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There will likely be many different opinions on this issue. Note that the original mainspring is 9 lbs. Generally this will dictate a DA trigger weight of at least 9 lbs.; not always, but generally. The average I have seen on my 15-2's and 715's is 10 or 11 lbs. Cleaning and smoothing of internal parts will bring the number down. Mainly you want to see a very smooth, non sticky, non scratchy trigger pull. I shoot steel challenge with my Dans (9-11lbs DA) and I never even notice the weight of the trigger during competition. You will notice it most in static target shooting. Some folks like to put a lighter mainspring in, but you can experience light primer strikes if you do, and those are death in competition.
I think 3.5 in SA is very good. I generally see about 4 on mine.
Never try to do a "trigger job" or let a gunsmith do it on your Dans.
Check the Average Joe Method for tuning your gun, Here:
https://www.danwessonforum.com/forum/reloading/tuning-up-your-15-2-the-average-joe-method/
Your Dan will reward you for taking the time to smooth it out as described.
Good luck.
January 2, 2019
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The gun has been cleaned and lubed and the trigger is smooth...just the DA felt a little heavy...maybe because I'm not used to it...it's my first revolver so I did not know exactly what to expect, but sounds like it's normal...Thanks for the advice.
December 26, 2018
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Trigger pull is kind of a relative thing... what gun are you comparing it to when you say it seems a little heavy?
I have read that the Dan Wesson revolvers have a shorter double action trigger pull than most revolvers which does make the double action trigger feel a little heavier.
On my DW 744 the single action trigger pull is lighter and just as crisp as my tuned 1911's. The double action pull seems lighter than my Beretta 92 double action pull.
February 20, 2008
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…it’s my first revolver so I did not know exactly what to expect
Ahhhhh, a clue. Different animal. Start shooting your Dan and you'll get to understand it.
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March 25, 2013
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I think the single best thing you can do is put in Wolff reduced power springs. They come with an 8lb and a 7.5lb hammerspring. The 7.5 may result in light strikes. I always use the 8lb. The trigger return spring is the secret. That has more affect than the hammerspring. Of course, lightly polishing the inside frame , sideplate and where the lockwork rubs on the inside is necessary. If you polish it too slick the lubricant increases friction instead of reducing it. Never file the sear.
January 2, 2019
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Thank you all for your input and suggestions...I'm getting used to it and it's not that bad....the SA though it's sweet...love this revolver
August 8, 2016
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Ole Dog said
I think the single best thing you can do is put in Wolff reduced power springs. They come with an 8lb and a 7.5lb hammerspring. The 7.5 may result in light strikes. I always use the 8lb. The trigger return spring is the secret. That has more affect than the hammerspring. Of course, lightly polishing the inside frame , sideplate and where the lockwork rubs on the inside is necessary. If you polish it too slick the lubricant increases friction instead of reducing it. Never file the sear.
I just installed the 8# spring a couple hours ago as I was getting light strikes with the 7.5#. Now it works 100%.
I sent mine to Bob at DW for a trigger job last year and it’s pretty slick.
BUT I agree with what oughtsix says, my 744 SA trigger is ridiculously nice and better than my 715 with a trigger job. However the DA on the 744 is heavier than the DA on my 715.
January 2, 2019
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Ole Dog said
I think the single best thing you can do is put in Wolff reduced power springs. They come with an 8lb and a 7.5lb hammerspring. The 7.5 may result in light strikes. I always use the 8lb. The trigger return spring is the secret. That has more affect than the hammerspring. Of course, lightly polishing the inside frame , sideplate and where the lockwork rubs on the inside is necessary. If you polish it too slick the lubricant increases friction instead of reducing it. Never file the sear.
I reposed it as new thread
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