what is it about the trigger that you loathe so much as to not be able to shoot it?

Well, I CAN'T pull the trigger. Even with my fist bawled up around the thing, and squeezing with all of my might, it won't fire.

... from a quick google look up the trigger pull should be 6.3lb's or roughly what you expect in single action of the m9, whats the deal?

My finger just doesn't move back that far. I'm not sure why. We're going back out this weekend to try again. Maybe my hands are too little? That's what it feels like.

You are probably sticking your finger too far on to the trigger. Try no more than your first joint of your finger tip. You can unload the gun and practice dry firing. you don't need to go to the range to do this just make sure the gun is empty and practice away.

tom

Originally Posted by n8ies

You are probably sticking your finger too far on to the trigger. Try no more than your first joint of your finger tip. You can unload the gun and practice dry firing. you don't need to go to the range to do this just make sure the gun is empty and practice away.

tom

A good suggestion!

I'll agree 100%

Lateck,

My experience has been that if you stick with it, even the most uncomfortable weapons start to feel natural in your hands. The human body is very adaptable. As long as you can reach the controls after time you will conquer this beast. And the Ruger has gotten generally good reviews so I think it is worth sticking with for a few more months.

When I got my Glock 27, which does not allow a pinkie grip, it took 150 rounds over three sessions before I started to feel comfortable. I could have added an extension that allowed the pinkie grip, but that would have compromised the concealability. I can shoot it just fine now. And I think you will do fine with the Ruger too. I'll wager you will see an improvement with each range session.

The trigger sucks thats why I traded it on onther 1911.

Originally Posted by DogRanger

The trigger sucks thats why I traded it on onther 1911.

+1. I traded for a Stoeger Cougar.

Originally Posted by Holly

I hate the trigger... Wish I had fired one before I purchased it. Good news is my husband can shoot it, so it's not a complete waste.

What would you guess the pull weight is? My wife can't shoot a lot of my guns as well as me because of finger strength.

Rather than limit the number of weapons that are available to you, perhaps you could engage in a program of resistance exercises to improve grip strength. This will offer the added benefit of improved accuracy in shooting.

Originally Posted by Gunners_Mate

... from a quick google look up the trigger pull should be 6.3lb's or roughly what you expect in single action of the m9, whats the deal?

Originally Posted by berettatoter

What would you guess the pull weight is? My wife can't shoot a lot of my guns as well as me because of finger strength.

Originally Posted by Packard

Rather than limit the number of weapons that are available to you, perhaps you could engage in a program of resistance exercises to improve grip strength. This will offer the added benefit of improved accuracy in shooting.

Not a terrible idea. I use a rubber ring I purchased at a rock climbing gym I frequent to help out with building grip strength (and reducing stress/ refraining from strangling my colleagues), but something I've been intending to buy is the gripmaster, which on their website is even advertised as increasing grip strength to improve accuracy for firearm's shooting.

http://www.gripmaster.com.au/index1.htm

I had a LC9, liked the gun hated the trigger, its a very long pull, you almost have to wonder when its going to fire. I gave up on it and purchased a Kimber Solo. The trigger is awesome, its extremely easy to aim and hits your target, and when i finally got all the bumps worked out it has become my main carry gun. Does anyone know if there are any fixes to the LC9 trigger? (IE like the Ghost trigger for Glocks or from local gun smiths) I think I would purchase another one if the trigger could be worked on. Other then the trigger I liked the gun a lot.

Originally Posted by mesz13

I had a LC9, liked the gun hated the trigger, its a very long pull, you almost have to wonder when its going to fire. I gave up on it and purchased a Kimber Solo. The trigger is awesome, its extremely easy to aim and hits your target, and when i finally got all the bumps worked out it has become my main carry gun. Does anyone know if there are any fixes to the LC9 trigger? (IE like the Ghost trigger for Glocks or from local gun smiths) I think I would purchase another one if the trigger could be worked on. Other then the trigger I liked the gun a lot.

My S & W 340 PD has like a 14 pound trigger (according to the articles I've read). It is long an heavy. But I got used to it.

People seem to be making up their minds after the very first range session. You will adapt over time. Give the gun a chance.

Most small pistols trigger are the same, How the spring is in the handle. So the trigger has to be pulled all the way back,Befor it fires off. So the more you uses it,The better it will be come..

Or take it to a gun smith,And they can help you with the trigger. If you need it to be a light trigger pull...

Dry fire. Study your front sight while doing this. Adjust your finger position until you are happy with the dry firing. You should see an improvement with the very next range session.

Dry firing allows you to concentrate on your trigger pull without the distractions of those loud banging noises.

Packard that is a great suggestion!

RCG

I have owned a lot of simi autos, but this trigger is the worst! The pull is LONG, HEAVY, and rough. Additionally, I'm having failure to eject and feed problems, even with good ammo. Though I love the size and features, the gun will go if I don't find solutions. Anyone found solutions?

Originally Posted by daledoty

I have owned a lot of simi autos, but this trigger is the worst! The pull is LONG, HEAVY, and rough. Additionally, I'm having failure to eject and feed problems, even with good ammo. Though I love the size and features, the gun will go if I don't find solutions. Anyone found solutions?

Glock 26. It resolves almost all your complaints.

On some autos the way you hold it can make feed problems and failure to eject,think about you wrist and elbow and your grip.Lots of practise makes almost any gun feel better,but some guns just don't fit certain people.

You are probably sticking your finger too far on to the trigger. Try no more than your first joint of your finger tip. You can unload the gun and practice dry firing. you don't need to go to the range to do this just make sure the gun is empty and practice away.

You have completely lost me; and I've taught pistol shooting, now, for many years! I have no idea how this conclusion can be drawn from any of the OP's initial remarks? This said: Every woman I know who owns or carries an LC9, hates the trigger and has trouble shooting the gun - No exceptions!

(And one of these women is a local gun dealer's wife whom I'm positive is soon going to be carrying something else!)

i agree with you 100% holly! i had one and it was terrible and it is sold. what i did find in my case that my fingers were to long for the grip. if the back strap of the gun were longer or thicker the trigger is pretty decent. suggestion would be to try a sig p238

my lcp has a long trigger and i didnt like it at first but got used to it , after all it has no safety , the long pull is the only safety and is good for concel carry .
just my thoughts

LC9 has a safety.

I'm over it. I didn't like it, gave it away, looking for a new one.