AR trigger "kit" vs "drop-in"?

[Gtscotty]

I went with the drop in Velocity trigger for my mid to long range AR project and have been quite happy. There are obviously lots of good reviews floating around about the LaRue trigger, which I also considered, might try one when I get around to my M5E1 build. On the other hand, I'm really digging my drop in, so why mess with success?

I have to say, I was getting bored of ARs before I put together my longer range copy, but there is something really satisfying about using a very accurate semi-auto at longer ranges.

 

[Caliper_Mi]

I guess the "drop in" style doesn't need to have the disconnector aligned with the pin and you'll not be fighting the hammer spring any. OTOH, if you have some measure of dexterity and can install/remove a GI trigger without swearing, you won't care about the install either way. Me, I'd go with whichever trigger you think you'll like the end product on. I've never had a problem putting in a GI trigger though.

I've been moving more to a single stage trigger, because I found myself just wasting too much time to take the shot with a two stage when shooting for precision. The Triggertech with such a light "first stage" sounds like it's really more of a single stage with a bit of initial slack (which I'm OK with) that they're trying to make sound fancy by calling it a two stage. The "like a 1911" description sounds good to me.

 

[Saggins]

OK so on a precision mid-long range build, assuming all other factors were equal (ease of install, quality, brand etc) if the only differences in the trigger were: the more expensive on has a lighter pull weight and adjustability (without swapping springs) is that worth the extra $100?

 

[coloradokevin]

Having a terribly hard time making up my mind. I have been looking extensively at AR triggers, 2 in particular. One of which is a "kit" style where you assemble and install. The other is a completely assembled "drop-in". Both get fantastic reviews and both are very close to what I'm looking for. However, the "drop-in" costs just over double what the "kit" costs. This is a precision AR build for mid-long range (but I don't have an unlimited budget according to my wife haha). Is a good "drop in" worth twice a good "kit"?

P.s. another slight difference between them (other than stated above) is the "drop in" has an adjustable pull weight, while with kit I would have to change springs.

In my mind almost all AR-15 triggers are "nearly drop-in". If you're worried about installation difficulties, I wouldn't sweat that too much.

In my precision AR I'm running a Geissele National Match trigger (a two-stage job). It's adjustable. It isn't drop in, and it takes less than 5 minutes and one punch to install it.

 

[Saggins]

I "pulled the trigger" and ordered the LaRue. The money I saved was more than enough to buy me the Luth-AR MBA 3 stock I wanted (couldn't believe I found one for 100 bucks).

 

[rskent]

Glad you found a trigger you liked. And at a great price.
Me, I have been spoiled by the Geissele “High Speed”. I haven’t pulled anything even close to it.

 

[LUCKYDAWG13]

Larue (I'd have to order)
https://www.larue.com/products/larue-tactical-mbt-2s-trigger/

Or

Trigger Tech (available in my local shop)
https://triggertech.com/collections/firearms/products/adaptable-ar-primary-trigger

Just get the Larue you will love it

 

[hoghunting]

I went with the drop in Velocity trigger for my mid to long range AR project and have been quite happy. There are obviously lots of good reviews floating around about the LaRue trigger, which I also considered, might try one when I get around to my M5E1 build. On the other hand, I'm really digging my drop in, so why mess with success?

I too am a fan of the Velocity trigger as the guy that started and runs the company worked for Timney designing and building triggers.