Installation instructions for a Wild West trigger and ejector in a Marlin 1894/95.

[MCMXI]

I completed the installation of three Wild West triggers and three Wild West "bear proof" ejectors in my Marlin lever action rifles this week ... two 1895s and one 1894. Before I started this project, I was surprised by how little information I could find on the internet regarding the installation of an aftermarket trigger in a Marlin therefore I decided to do a "How To" for any other Marlin owners considering this upgrade. I'd appreciate any feedback particularly if you have any suggestions or comments to improve the instructions.

Thanks.

 

[straight-shooter]

Very nice detailed write up on this 1858. I appreciate your time involved in doing this as it will make my installation of the Wild West Trigger very simple once I get one.

I saved a copy of the pdf to my harddrive.

Cheers!

 

[hungryhunter]

fantastic work, I plan on installing one on my 336w tonight : )

 

[Prepster]

I just bought an 1894 Cowboy. Since I haven't fired it yet (it isn't actually here yet, either ), I'm not sure if I'm going to want a wild west trigger, but thanks for the write up anyway! I've saved it to my hard drive in case I want a new trigger, opinions seem to be fairly split from what I hear.

 

[hungryhunter]

1858 You're a genius. I looked at your PDF and put the WWT in my 336w in about 10 minutes. Great work, I love the new trigger, can't wait to get to the range.

 

[MCMXI]

hungryhunter, well done and I'm sure you'll find the trigger a huge improvement over the stock one. Once you take these Marlins apart you realize how easy they are to work with and why they're such great rifles. I like the fact that they can be totally disassembled/reassembled for cleaning/maintenance in about 10 minutes (including removing the firing pin).

 

[MCMXI]

Here's a new link for the Wild West trigger installation ... the original link no longer works. My apologies to the folks that have been sending me PMs.

Wild West trigger installation.

 

[Strm27m]

Very nice! Thank you for taking the time to do the write-up.

 

[BlacklabelOP]

thank you

 

[Robert]

Out Standing. Thank you sir.

 

[Visible Intent]

Terrific job on these instructions! I've had a WW trigger for a couple of weeks, debating whether to try installing it myself or spend the money on a gunsmith. I owe you one. If you find your way down to Houston, let me know and I'll treat you to some BBQ and a beer.

 

[Visible Intent]

Oh, and darn fine photo work, too. Perfect exposures and focus, no shadows or glare. Guns aren't the only thing I shoot, and I know that work took some careful attention.

 

[tango2echo]

Very nice work. Thank you.

T2E

 

[Furncliff]

1858 - WELL DONE!

I was not planning a trigger mod for my 1894c because the trigger isn't too bad. That just changed.

 

[Furncliff]

I went shopping for the trigger and found Midway has them on sale... ~$79.00

 

[MCMXI]

Visible Intent, you're welcome and thanks for the kind words. The trigger makes such a difference so I'm happy to help anyone interested in this cheap and effective upgrade. I'm not much of a photo expert but I do try, so I appreciate the fact that you noticed the effort.

tango2echo & Furncliff, you're welcome too!

 

[Visible Intent]

Just a quick update. This afternoon I followed 1858's excellent instructions for installing the WW trigger on my Marlin 338 express. Installation went very smoothly, and I'm a complete newb when it comes to gunsmithing. At the range, today, that crisp, easy break made a huge difference. If you have one of this family of Marlin lever guns, you will love the result.

 

[craig228]

I completed the installation of three Wild West triggers and three Wild West "bear proof" ejectors in my Marlin lever action rifles this week ... two 1895s and one 1894. Before I started this project, I was surprised by how little information I could find on the internet regarding the installation of an aftermarket trigger in a Marlin therefore I decided to do a "How To" for any other Marlin owners considering this upgrade. I'd appreciate any feedback particularly if you have any suggestions or comments to improve the instructions.

Thanks.

Hi 1885, just to let you know I found the link to your instruction. They look great. Thank you for your effort.

Regards, craig228

 

[Dr T]

Are these instructions still available? Link in this thread is broken.

 

[MCMXI]

Dr T, sorry about that ... I was doing some file "housekeeping" recently and moved the file to a new folder. Here's the new link.

Wild West trigger installation instructions.

 

[Papa John]

1858: Thanks for posting the new link on the Wild West trigger installation. Wonderful job. much appreciated.
John

 

[Airborne Falcon]

Wow 1858 ... many thanks!

 

[Maverick223]

Tag for later, thank you for the great article.

 

[Shrinkmd]

Where is the pdf?

Uh the link isn't working anymore, could someone please repost the file. I want a happier marlin trigger as well!

Thanks!

 

[MCMXI]

Sorry about that ....

HERE'S THE LINK