Timney Triggers

Timney for Bolt-Action Rifles: Remington 700, Savage & Winchester

Timney’s strongest product category is drop-in bolt-action triggers for hunting rifles. The Remington 700 replacement trigger is their most popular product — a direct drop-in that replaces the factory Walker trigger with a clean, adjustable single-stage pull typically set between 2.5 and 4 lbs. Timney also produces triggers for the Savage 110, Winchester Model 70, Tikka T3x, CZ 457 rimfire, and dozens of other platforms. For hunters and precision shooters who want a crisp, predictable trigger on a bolt gun without a full custom job, Timney is the benchmark at their price point.

Timney AR-15 Triggers: Competition and Drop-In Options

Timney produces several AR-15 trigger options including the Timney AR Competition trigger — a single-stage curved bow trigger with a 3 lb pull and short reset. For competition shooters who prefer a single-stage feel over the two-stage design of Geissele’s offerings, the Timney AR Competition is a strong alternative. Timney also produces a drop-in cassette design that installs in under 60 seconds without tools, making it one of the fastest trigger upgrades available for the AR-15 platform.

Timney Glock Triggers: The Alpha Competition Series

The Timney Alpha Competition trigger for Glock is a drop-in replacement connector and trigger bar that delivers a cleaner, lighter pull than the factory Glock connector while maintaining the safety systems that make Glock triggers reliable. Available for Glock Gen 3, 4, and 5 in multiple configurations, the Alpha Competition series is popular with USPSA Production and Carry Optics competitors who want a better trigger without custom gunsmithing. Pull weights typically run 3–4 lbs with a shorter, more tactile reset than the factory unit.

Timney vs. Geissele vs. LaRue: Which Trigger Brand Is Right for You?

Geissele is the military-validated standard for AR-15 triggers with the deepest product range and strongest duty/defensive credentials. Timney is the traditional benchmark for bolt-action rifle triggers and offers excellent value in the AR space. LaRue MBT-2S undercuts both on price for AR applications. The choice comes down to platform: for bolt-action rifles, Timney has the widest compatibility and a 78-year track record. For AR-15 duty and defensive use, Geissele. For budget AR upgrades, LaRue. For Glock handgun triggers, Timney’s Alpha is one of the cleanest options available.

Installing a Timney Trigger: What to Expect

Timney bolt-action triggers are true drop-in replacements — remove the barreled action from the stock, remove the factory trigger group, drop in the Timney unit, and reassemble. Most installations take 15–20 minutes with basic tools. The AR-15 cassette trigger installs even faster. All Timney triggers ship with pull weight factory-set and adjustment instructions if re-setting is desired. No gunsmithing or fitting is required. Always check for function — ensure the trigger does not fire on bolt closure or when the safety is engaged — before shooting.

Frequently Asked Questions: Timney Triggers

What is Timney known for?
Timney Triggers is a Phoenix, Arizona manufacturer producing replacement triggers for bolt-action rifles, AR-15 platforms, and semi-automatic rifles. Timney is the most widely installed aftermarket bolt-action trigger brand in the world — their Remington 700, Winchester Model 70, Savage, Tikka, and Ruger American triggers have been installed in millions of hunting and precision rifles. For bolt-action hunters and precision shooters who want a significant trigger improvement without gunsmithing, Timney is the standard first recommendation.

Is a Timney trigger a drop-in installation?
Yes — Timney triggers are designed as direct drop-in replacements for specific rifle models. The Remington 700 Timney, for example, replaces the factory trigger in approximately 30 minutes using basic tools with no gunsmithing or fitting required. Pull weight is factory-set (adjustable on some models) and is typically 3 lbs — a significant improvement over the Remington 700’s factory 4.5–6 lb trigger that may require additional adjustment.

What is the difference between Timney and Geissele for AR-15s?
Both produce quality AR-15 triggers. Geissele has broader product variety and is more widely specified for military and law enforcement use. Timney’s AR-15 triggers (Calvin Elite, Impact) are well-regarded competition options. For bolt-action rifles, Timney has more model-specific options and a longer track record than Geissele; for AR-15s, Geissele is more widely recommended.

Which Timney trigger fits my Remington 700?
Timney produces multiple 700 variants: the standard Timney 700 (drop-in, 3 lb), the Timney 700 with safety (adds a manual safety for hunters who want one), and the Impact (2-stage). All fit standard Remington 700 short and long action configurations. Verify your specific 700 variant (ADL, BDL, bottom metal type) before ordering — most standard 700s use the same drop-in, but some rare configurations differ.

See Also: Geissele Triggers • All Triggers • Remington 700 • Bolt-Action Rifles • AR-15 Parts