What's the best drop in Trigger for an AR under $200

jlangston8 · Oct 3, 2016

I'm looking to build my first AR, and I was looking for some feedback on what everybody thinks is the best trigger for the money. I'm open to suggestions.

Decoy · Oct 3, 2016

I bought a POF 4.5 pound on sale for $109 and I'm happy with it.

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Boom Boom · Oct 3, 2016

Depends on the application, desired pull weight, and whether you want single-stage or two-stage.

stu929 · Oct 3, 2016

Go to dmps and grab 2 of the G2S that they have for 40 bucks off right now.

Basically an SSA-E

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Speed3 · Oct 3, 2016

stu929 said:
Go to dmps and grab 2 of the G2S that they have for 40 bucks off right now.

Basically an SSA-E

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Gonna disagree, G2S is better than a milspec trigger, but DEF not a SSAE

Ski169 · Oct 3, 2016

I haven't been disappointed with Rock River Arms NM 2 stage trigger for the money. However, after upgrading my SCAR 17 with the Super SCAR trigger, I'm willing to spend the extra $ and try their other offerings in an AR.

clandestine · Oct 3, 2016

Larue is the best bang for the buck. You can get them for $100-$125 if you are willing to wait. Im not as fond of the flatter trigger face on the larues. Fantastic trigger though.

SSA-E geisseles when they are on sale run about $200

Dont get a pack trigger or single stage aftermarket unless its some paper plinker. They are not reliable for defensive use and when fouled heavily.

DutchV · Oct 3, 2016

Ski169 said:
I haven't been disappointed with Rock River Arms NM 2 stage trigger for the money.

Until recently this was one of the few trigger upgrade options. Still a great choice over a stock GI trigger, and the price is good.

Melnic · Oct 3, 2016

I have 3 Geisseles SSA and SSA-E
Unless its half the price on an AR that I won't frequently use, I would not go any other way. Unfortunately, I'm spoiled with it.

HOWEVER, i'm intrigued with the thread. Curious to see what is out there that is dual staged with a light secondary if I have to help a bud with a lower budget build.

teratos · Oct 3, 2016

I have a few Geissele triggers. I like my B-GRF trigger. You can find them at Brownell's.

Robert1955 · Oct 3, 2016

I put an The ALG Defense Advanced Combat Trigger (ACT) in my first AR. You can get them for $69. Here is a link to the trigger on their website http://algdefense.com/alg-combat-trigger-act.html My understanding is the company is a subset of Geissele and is in his wifes name. It is one of the best "mill-spec" triggers out there.

dist1646 · Oct 3, 2016

My recent experience with Rock River's NM triggers has been spotty. Some of them have needed a good deal of tuning to get them to where they should be. Pay a few extra dollars and get a Geissele. Buy once, cry only once.

DaemonAssassin · Oct 3, 2016

jlangston8 said:
I'm looking to build my first AR, and I was looking for some feedback on what everybody thinks is the best trigger for the money. I'm open to suggestions.

The following quoted post is all you need to know.

clandestine said:
Larue is the best bang for the buck. You can get them for $100-$125 if you are willing to wait. Im not as fond of the flatter trigger face on the larues. Fantastic trigger though.

SSA-E geisseles when they are on sale run about $200

Dont get a pack trigger or single stage aftermarket unless its some paper plinker. They are not reliable for defensive use and when fouled heavily.

^^^^ THIS!!!!!

Also I like the G2S and have one on a hunting rifle.

jlangston8 · Oct 3, 2016

Decoy said:
I bought a POF 4.5 pound on sale for $109 and I'm happy with it.

Link

That's the exact trigger I was looking at purchasing originally. Thanks for the input.

C&RTactical · Oct 3, 2016

Another one here for Geissele, I suggest the G2S for $120 I think they go for now. Also look at the ALG line, get the QMS for $49. Milspec trigger polished down to a nice 6 pound single stage trigger.

iH8DemLibz · Oct 3, 2016

I know many don't like them, but I have several Timney pack triggers.

Mausers and ARs.

Solid and reliable.

Kimber45 · Oct 3, 2016

I put a Ruger Elite 452 MSR Trigger in my last build and am happy with it. paid $114 and it came with a selector switch and pistol grip.

clandestine · Oct 3, 2016

99 out of 100 people who ask have already decided on what they are going to buy. They are not asking, they want confirmation of a decision they already made.

jimbobborg · Oct 3, 2016

clandestine said:
99 out of 100 people who ask have already decided on what they are going to buy. They are not asking, they want confirmation of a decision they already made.

I've noticed that, too.

dreadpirate · Oct 3, 2016

clandestine said:
99 out of 100 people who ask have already decided on what they are going to buy. They are not asking, they want confirmation of a decision they already made.

I have the opposite problem and can be swayed; I am actually thinking about getting one of these to replace my Timney trigger

If it's nearly as good as a Giessle SSA, then $125 is a bargain.

[EDIT I have an SSA and love it - but not the price]

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