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I've been gathering components for a fast twist 243 since June. SA700 SS is enroute (thanks Raghorn), Micky Edge MR handle, Rock #2 1-8 twist, Ptg BM, and Holland RL. She will be topped with a VX3 2.5x8-36. Last part I need is a trigger. Timney for like $130 vs Jewell for like $230. Now I realize being cheap and custom rifles don't go together. That said, is the Jewell REALLY worth the extra 100 clams??

I've been spamming our classifieds for a "stainless" unit with bolt release and safety (RH) with no luck. Anyone have one they're willing to part with?

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Another vote for the Shilen, although I admit I have never owned a Jewell.


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I have all 3 (Timney,Shilen,Jewell) and they all work sweet. Honestly Woodson, if the trigger shoes were made identical and I closed my eyes to squeeze each trigger...I would not know the difference between the three I have.

Which ever trigger has the best price would be my choice.


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Have the smith tune up your 700 bang switch.

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I have Jewell, Shilen, Timney, and factory 700s tuned. I'm with Tanner. A well-done old-school 700 trigger is plenty for me. But to answer your question... I'm one of the weirdos that doesn't love Jewells tuned to sporting rifle poundages. I prefer Jewells in the 1-2 pound range (which I really have no need for), but at 3 pounds, they have creep, albeit a very smooth creep.


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I wouldn't recommend a tuned 700 as a blanket statement.
Fit and finish in some years was chit. Other years were good.
The Jewell is a beauty for under 2# weights.
I prefer a SS Shilen on a hunting rifle. It might require the additional purchase of a Rifle Basix safety kit if you don't have a safety to take off another trigger.


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Here ya go... http://www.greatscottshooters.com/trigger.htm
Get the Jewell HVR & be a happy camper.

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Another vote for Shilen...

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Jewel is my favorite of the three.

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Get the Shilen

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Have only used Rifle Basix and Jewell, and the Jewell is on a different planet. Have one set to 1.5lb on my 7-08AI, and it is something else. Got one coming for my 223AI. I have 5 Rifle Basix triggers, and I thought they were pretty good until I tried the Jewel. No experience with the Timney or Shilen.


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yeah i agree...i like lighter triggers and the jewell on my 308 @ 1.75 breaks pretty damn good...


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I guess a 2 pound pull on a Jewell wouldn't suck. May as well splurge some more. Why stop now?

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Of the two you mentioned, slamo dunk I'd go Jewell. And of all the triggers available I'd go Jewell.

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same here. i'd have a Jewell on every rifle i owned if i could afford it.


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me to and or if they made it for the rifle

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Well thanks guys. Jewell it is. I'll wait another week or so and try and get one off our classifieds then I'll buy one retail.

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I have used Factory Rem ,Rifle Basix and Jewell definately takes trigger pulls to a new level...cheapest place is Great scott shooters supply, plus they hold there value like no other trigger so if you think it's to over the top just sell it!

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