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 ===== Trigger Pull =====
+While the trigger requires a certain amount of force to fire the handgun, this force is adjustable. And there are several online videos about adjusting the trigger - or even replacing the trigger. However, as a new shooter, you should leave the trigger alone.
+Remember that if the pistol has a "Fulcrum" or "Hinged" trigger, the force will depend on where you place your finger. So until you train enough to consistently place your finger in the same spot, the trigger pull force will vary.
+Instead, fire several different models of pistol with a goal of identifying a pistol that consistently surprises you when it fires. While you should avoid any pistol with the so-called "hair trigger", try to find a pistol that doesn't require excessive force to fire. Most trigger pulls should be in the 4 to 6 lbs / 1.36 to 1.81 kg range.
+As you train and practice, rather than trigger pull force, focus on learning to avoid "jerking" or "slapping" the trigger.
+The instruction provided in the video below, "Mastering the Glock trigger", are actually valid for any pistol.
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+===== Trigger Face Design (Straight or Curved) =====
+Generally speaking, there are two designs of triggers for handguns... Straight or Curved.
+Both the [[https://www.smith-wesson.com/firearms/mp-9-shield-0|Smith & Wesson M&P® Shield™]] (below left) and the [[https://www.ruger.com/products/lcp/models.html|Ruger LCP]] (below right) have curved triggers. And so does every Glock I've ever seen.
+{{:articles:sw_mp40_w_extended_magazine_for_full_grip.jpg?direct&300 |}} {{:articles:hogue_ruger_lcp_handall_grip_sleeve-rubber_pistol_grip_sleeve-black.jpeg?direct&400|Ruger LCP with a Hogue Handall Rubber Grip Sleeve}}
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+In contrast, several [[https://www.sigsauer.com/firearms/pistols.html|Sig Sauer pistols]] have straight, flat faced triggers, such as the [[https://www.sigsauer.com/p320-xfive-legion.html|P320 XFive Legion]] (below left) and the [[https://www.sigsauer.com/p365-xl-romeozero.html|P365 XL RomeoZero]] (below right).
+{{:articles:p320_xfive_legion.jpg?direct&400|Sig Sauer P320 XFive Legion }} {{:articles:p365_xl_romeozero.jpg?direct&400|P365 XL RomeoZero }}
+Remembering that all of these pistols are using a “Fulcrum” or “Hinged” trigger mechanism, the difference between curved vs straight triggers has to do with finger placement. The curved triggers are driving your trigger to a specific point, where the straight trigger allows you to place your finger here you feel most comfortable.
+For example, the [[https://www.smith-wesson.com/firearms/mp-9-shield-0|Smith & Wesson M&P® Shield™]] drives your finger toward the center of the trigger -  while the [[https://www.ruger.com/products/lcp/models.html|Ruger LCP]] trigger will drive your finger up to where it touches the frame.
+In contrast, as you pull the trigger on either of the Sig Sauer pistols described, the trigger will quickly reach a point where it is at a 90º angle to the top of the frame.
+Is one "better" than the other? This is arguable. And ultimately, decided by the shooter.