[Skunkabilly]

OK someone mentioned this in the LEM thread, what's the skinny?

[tetchaje1]

Here you go, Skunk. :)

http://sigforum.com/6/ubb.x?q=Y&a=tpc&s=674608412&f=320601935&m=12360591&p=1

17 July 03

Latest from SIG:

I just got off the phone with friends at SIG. Their new "Glock-like" (self-decocking) trigger that I described after seeing it at the IALEFI Conference in Orlando, FL in June is now officially on the market. It is called the "K-Trigger," after its designer, who has an unpronounceable, German name that starts with a "K."

It will be offered as an option on the 226 and 229 (which will probably be called the 226K and the 229K). Single-column pistols, like the 239 will not be eligible for the new trigger for another year, as modifications need to be done to the inside of the frame. In addition, the new trigger will not be available as a retrofit, as, again, the frame needs to be modified.

The K-Trigger is short and a smooth, consistent 6.6lbs. Link is shallow, similar to a Glock trigger. Hammer spur is gone (along with the decocking lever), and the system can be used in conjunction with either a regular or a short trigger.

The traditional SIG self-decocking system featured a long trigger pull at a constant, eleven pounds. It was, and is, called (appropriately) a "flat revolver." That system will continue to be produced, although the "K" trigger, in my opinion, will quickly supersede it. In fact, the K-trigger will also supersede SIG's manually decocking system also.

SIG is now taking police department orders. The K-Trigger will be available to the general market in 2004.

I regard this new trigger as a genuine improvement, and I predict SIG, like H&K, will rapidly make this their new standard.

[Skunkabilly]

Very interesting....

Thanks!

Edited to add: Mechanically, how is this different from what Grock has been doing this whole time?

[10-Ring]

That does sound interesting. I wonder what I'll actually have available first, this new SIG trigger or HK's LEM in 9mm....

[varoadking]

...now I'll have to buy even more Sig's...:D

[tetchaje1]

Edited to add: Mechanically, how is this different from what Grock has been doing this whole time?

From the description listed, I would guess that it is mechanically in between the HK LEM trigger and the Gluck trigger.

The new SIG trigger has a spurless hammer that "decocks" when the trigger is let out all the way, similar to the HK, but it has a shallow link similar to Gluck. I also like the 6.6 lbs trigger weight as it is not too much to get consistent shots (especially if the trigger is smooooooth, and not spongy like the Gluck), yet not so light that you get NDs easily. The HK LEM that I shot had an 8lb trigger, but it was so smooth it really felt like it was a lot less -- more like 5.5-6lbs. This is where the LEM (and hopefully K-trigger) really shines over the Glock system.

[Skunkabilly]

Interesting......

But do I really need a two-tone Sig 229 in .357 Sig? :p

[10-Ring]

Skunk, why look at other calibers when you know you'll be sooooo much happier sticking w/ 9mm? :rolleyes: Besides, a 239 w/ this new trigger in 9mm would be kewl! :cool:

[varoadking]

...to check on a backordered item and asked about this as well. Victoria was not aware of the "229K", but after checking with some folks came back and confirmed that it's only available to law enforcement for now - no stock number to share with the general public yet...:banghead:

I'm looking forward to release of this model... :D

[Tecolote]

Skunk, my friend, you need to get yourself a P226.

[Drifting Fate]

Put me on the waiting list for a P220. Sounds like a great combo of Sig reliability and close enough to a SA trigger to make lapsed 1911 guys like me happy.