Sig DAk Trigger

[razorback2003]

Why does the Sig DAK trigger get criticism? I looked at a Sig today with the DAK trigger and it is very smooth like a polished revolver trigger but not as heavy.

 

[fastbolt]

Just depends what you prefer and what you're experienced using, I suppose.

I remember trying the DAK (Enhanced DAO, as considered by Sig) when it was new and I went to a Sig pistol armorer class. The Sig people attending the class clearly favored the original TDA action (obviously having some experience with it).

I wasn't too enamored with it myself, although I could adjust to it if needed, such as in an issued duty weapon. I tend to prefer the TDA, myself.

I acclimated myself to the various triggers being offered in the field of assorted plastic-framed service weapons, after all.

It's just another pistol ...

 

[razorback2003]

I can see how with PD's and security guards the DAK has a safety advantage over Glocks and M&P's because there is a hammer you can put your thumb over when you holster.

For a gun that is simple to operate by point and shooting, it seems to be a great alternative to a Glock or M&P.

 

[9mmepiphany]

The advantage of the DAK is that it is an easy transition for revolver shooter and it give more tactile feedback during the trigger stroke (for folks who can't keep their finger off the trigger)

The DAK is really helpful when trying to cure shooter anticipation jerks and is a great tool for the Pushout Drill.

The only thing is that to shoot it at speed, 4 rounds/second, requires more of a revolver technique than a pistol technique...you aren't waiting for the sights, you're racing them

 

[fastbolt]

I remember the instructor in the armorer class remarking that the standard DAO trigger in the standard (classic) P-series was proof that even Sig could make a bad trigger. The new Enhanced DAO (DAK) was intended to try and keep their metal-framed guns in the running for LE/Gov sales of DAO service weapons.

As I recall, the weight of the original DAO in the P-series was over 9lbs.

The primary trigger stroke of the Enhanced Double Action Only (DAK) requires approx. 6.6 pounds of pressure to fire the trigger, and it's the 'full length' trigger stroke of the two.

The intermediate trigger stroke requires a partial reset of the trigger, and a heavier (approx 8.3 pounds) amount of pressure to fire the pistol.

Granted, the primary trigger stroke actually tends to 'feel' lighter to many folks, because of the excellent geometry of the design ... but it's long, too.

Even though I'm a long time DA revolver shooter, I find myself interested in neither the original S&W 3rd gen DAO, DAK or LEM actions.

Oddly, enough, I find the TDA of the major makers to be acceptable for service/defensive use, though. Go figure.