Do you occasionally get completely unexplained flyers, or have a shot land straight down at 6 O’Clock, right below your point of aim? That could be caused by poor or inconsistent trigger technique. How you pull the trigger can and does affect your accuracy.

Many gun enthusiasts start with pistols. When they later start shooting rifles they may carry over some not-so-good practices acquired from shooting handguns with heavy 4 to 6-pound trigger pulls. You may want to “re-learn” your trigger techniques to get better rifle results.

Shooting Sports USA has a good article on trigger technique that offers many useful tips. That article also has many helpful illustrations, including the one shown above. Another illustration shows different types of trigger shoes (straight vs. curved) and explains how each makes a difference: “With a lightly curved trigger, the shooter’s finger can contact the trigger either high or low according to preference. Higher contact will increase the resistance.” READ ARTICLE HERE.

The article analyzes common errors, such as pulling the trigger with the very tip of the finger rather than the pad of the index finger: “Using the tip of the finger can lead to lateral pressure on the trigger, which throws off the shot.”

The article also explains that you should check your trigger regularly to make sure it is functioning properly and is not out of adjustment: “Just like any other moving part, the trigger can suffer from wear. In such a precise mechanism, tiny amounts of wear can cause major problems.”

The ergonomics of the Eliseo Tubegun allow a nice, straight trigger pull.

Trigger Tips

Six Suggestions for Making your Trigger Control More Consistent.

1. If your triggers are adjustable, set the pull weight appropriate to the discipline. For a hunting rifle, you don’t want an ultra-light trigger pull. For High Power, you may want a two-stage pull, while on a Benchrest rifle you may prefer a very light trigger.

2. If you have a two-stage trigger, experiment with different combinations of First Stage and Second Stage.

3. Have a friend watch you as you pull the trigger, and maybe even take a close-up video as you pull the trigger. This can reveal a variety of flaws.

4. Practice dry-firing to see if flaws in trigger technique are causing gun movement.

5. As an experiment, try pulling the trigger with your middle finger. Ergonomically, the middle finger has a more straight alignment with the tendons in your hand. This exercise can help you identify alignment issues with your index finger.

6. For stocks with adjustable Length of Pull you may want to set the LOP differently for bench shooting vs. prone or F-Class shooting.

When Only the Best Will Do…
German-made Bix’N Andy triggers, available from BulletCentral.com, are among the very best you can buy.

Available in both single-stage and two-stage, Bix’N Andy triggers are extremely precise, repeatable and smooth. The unique internal, friction-reducing roller ball system allows for extremely low reset force, yielding an ultra-crisp let-off. Bix’N Andy triggers can be fitted with a variety of trigger shoes according to shooter preference.

Bix’N Andy triggers are available for a variety of actions and there are models for various competition disciplines. These triggers start at $210.00. We like the single-stage for benchrest rifles and the two-stage for Palma rifles and hard-hold competition disciplines.

Yesterday we featured nine major Black Friday Sales from leading vendors. With those sale programs you can save hundreds of dollars on firearms, gun safes, optics, reloading tools, ammo and more. Here are ten more Black Friday specials, many of which run through end of day on December 2, 2024, Cyber Monday. Benchrest and F-Class shooters check out the deals at Bullet Central and Precision Reloading. PRS/NRL shooters will like the MDT Black Friday sale, while hunters will find many great deals at Cabela’s and Sportsman’s Warehouse.

Sportsman’s Warehouse Black Friday Sale — Save Up to 60%

Sportsman’s Warehouse is running a major Black Friday Sale for just two days — 11/29/24 and 11/30/24. There are major savings on optics, firearms, ammo, hunting clothing, tents, outdoor supplies and more. Check out some of the best deals we found above, but there are hundreds of other bargains. If you need a new hunting rifle, this is a good time to buy.

Bullet Central Black Friday Sale

The Black Friday Sale at Bullet Central runs from Wednesday 11/27/2024 through Saturday 11/30/24. This is a great sale — there are significant savings on custom actions, stocks/chassis systems, pre-fit barrels, reloading dies, and optics.Top Deals include 25% Off Vortex products, 20% Off Bix’N Andy triggers, and 10% Off all actions. NOTE: We are not sure if the discounts have already been applied automatically to the listed prices. You should check with Bullet Central.

Black Friday Bargains at KYGUNCO

KYGUNCO is running a major Black Friday Sale. Shown above are some of the best deals we found, but there are dozens of other featured specials. Save on pistols, rifles, shotguns, ammo and more. CLICK HERE for full 2024 Black Friday Flyer PDF.

Precision Reloading — 12% Off Orders Over $49

Precision Reloading is running a notable Black Friday Sale with a 12% discount on nearly the entire selection of products. Use CODE SAVE12 to get 12% off orders of $49.00 or more. Click Here to see popular sale items including powder, primers, ammunition, cartridge brass, and reloading tools.

MDT Black Friday Sale — 10% to 40% Savings on Everything

MDT Sporting Goods (MDT) is a major player in the tactical and precision rifle segments. MDT makes high quality chassis systems, buttstocks, bipods, grips, brakes, and other accessories. This Black Friday Sale is MDT’s only major discount program of the year. Grab big 10-40% savings now while you can.

Cabela’s Black Friday Deals — Savings Up to 50%

Cabela’s has been running an extended Black Friday Week Sale. There are major discounts on optics, hunting gear, tripods, gun safes and more. One super deal is the Garmin Instinct Solar GPS Smartwatch, a great accessory for hunters and hikers in the backcountry. This is now just $199.98, a $200.01 discount off the normal $399.99 list price.

Primary Arms — Huge Black Friday Sale — 25% to 35% Savings

Black Friday for Black Rifles — that’s a key theme for the Primary Arms Black Friday Sale. Enjoy major savings on uppers, lowers, barrels, triggers, rails and handguards. In addition, there are 15% discounts on optics and suppressors are discounted.

MidwayUSA — Cyber Week Sale Discounts on Optics and Gear

MidwayUSA runs a major 8-day-long “Cyber Week” sale from 11/25/2024 through 12/2/2024 at 11:59 pm. Every day since Monday 11/25 there have been new deals. Some of the best bargains are featured in the graphic above. Bargains include 28-60% off Vortex optics, 50% off SIG Rangefinders, 33% off Tripod combos, and 76% off Browning sleeping bags. MidwayUSA is also running a Cyber Sweepstakes Contest with $1000 worth of prize gift certificates.

Big Black Friday Sale at H&H — Every Firearm on Sale

H&H Shooting Sports is running a massive Black Friday sale with every firearm in the store discounted. Direct price cuts range from $25 to $95 on new guns plus all used firearms are discounted 15%. Along with the gun deals, H&H is running a Black Friday Sale on Liberty Safes. These Black Friday discounts are in effect through 11:59 pm on Sunday December 1, 2024.

The Safe Keeper Black Friday Sale — Two Days Only — Save $100s

Need a new gun safe? This is a great opportunity to save big bucks on a quality Liberty, Superior, Browning, or Champion gun safe from The Safe Keeper. Many sizes are available with discounts up to $1000.00. But don’t hesitate — this sale runs for two days only, ending at 11:59 pm on November 30, 2024.

BONUS: Black Friday Give-Away Contest at Midsouth

Here’s chance to win big this weekend. Midsouth is running a noteworthy Black Friday Give-Away Contest now through Monday 12/2/2024. Midsouth will draw 13 Lucky WINNERS to win a Hornady Ammo Plant, Hornady AP Progressive Press, a Frankford Arsenal F1 Reloading Press, or a many other shooting and reloading items. All totaled there are 13 Prize Packs. You can visit every day for another chance to enter and win. Note: No purchase is necessary. You must be 21+ to enter and dealers are excluded.

Do you occasionally get completely unexplained flyers, or have a shot land straight down at 6 O’Clock, right below your point of aim? That could be caused by poor or inconsistent trigger technique. How you pull the trigger can and does affect your accuracy.

Many gun enthusiasts start with pistols. When they later start shooting rifles they may carry over some not-so-good practices acquired from shooting handguns with heavy 4 to 6-pound trigger pulls. You may want to “re-learn” your trigger techniques to get better rifle results.

Shooting Sports USA has a good article on trigger technique that offers many useful tips. That article also has many helpful illustrations, including the one shown above. Another illustration shows different types of trigger shoes (straight vs. curved) and explains how each makes a difference: “With a lightly curved trigger, the shooter’s finger can contact the trigger either high or low according to preference. Higher contact will increase the resistance.” READ ARTICLE HERE.

The article analyzes common errors, such as pulling the trigger with the very tip of the finger rather than the pad of the index finger: “Using the tip of the finger can lead to lateral pressure on the trigger, which throws off the shot.”

The article also explains that you should check your trigger regularly to make sure it is functioning properly and is not out of adjustment: “Just like any other moving part, the trigger can suffer from wear. In such a precise mechanism, tiny amounts of wear can cause major problems.”

The ergonomics of the Eliseo Tubegun allow a nice, straight trigger pull.

Trigger Tips

Six Suggestions for Making your Trigger Control More Consistent.

1. If your triggers are adjustable, set the pull weight appropriate to the discipline. For a hunting rifle, you don’t want an ultra-light trigger pull. For High Power, you may want a two-stage pull, while on a Benchrest rifle you may prefer a very light trigger.

2. If you have a two-stage trigger, experiment with different combinations of First Stage and Second Stage.

3. Have a friend watch you as you pull the trigger, and maybe even take a close-up video as you pull the trigger. This can reveal a variety of flaws.

4. Practice dry-firing to see if flaws in trigger technique are causing gun movement.

5. As an experiment, try pulling the trigger with your middle finger. Ergonomically, the middle finger has a more straight alignment with the tendons in your hand. This exercise can help you identify alignment issues with your index finger.

6. For stocks with adjustable Length of Pull you may want to set the LOP differently for bench shooting vs. prone or F-Class shooting.

When Only the Best Will Do…
German-made Bix’N Andy triggers, available from BulletCentral.com, are among the very best you can buy. Available in both single-stage and two-stage, Bix’N Andy triggers are extremely precise, repeatable and smooth. The unique internal, friction-reducing roller ball system allows for extremely low reset force, yielding an ultra-crisp let-off. Bix’N Andy triggers can be fitted with a variety of trigger shoes according to shooter preference.

Do you occasionally get completely unexplained flyers, or have a shot land straight down at 6 O’Clock, right below your point of aim? That could be caused by poor or inconsistent trigger technique. How you pull the trigger can and does affect your accuracy.

Many gun enthusiasts start with pistols. When they later start shooting rifles they may carry over some not-so-good practices acquired from shooting handguns with heavy 4 to 6-pound trigger pulls. You may want to “re-learn” your trigger techniques to get better rifle results.

Shooting Sports USA has a good article on trigger technique that offers many useful tips. That article also has many helpful illustrations, including the one shown above. Another illustration shows different types of trigger shoes (straight vs. curved) and explains how each makes a difference: “With a lightly curved trigger, the shooter’s finger can contact the trigger either high or low according to preference. Higher contact will increase the resistance.” READ ARTICLE HERE.

The article analyzes common errors, such as pulling the trigger with the very tip of the finger rather than the pad of the index finger: “Using the tip of the finger can lead to lateral pressure on the trigger, which throws off the shot.”

The article also explains that you should check your trigger regularly to make sure it is functioning properly and is not out of adjustment: “Just like any other moving part, the trigger can suffer from wear. In such a precise mechanism, tiny amounts of wear can cause major problems.”

The ergonomics of the Eliseo Tubegun allow a nice, straight trigger pull.

Trigger Tips

Six Suggestions for Making your Trigger Control More Consistent.

1. If your triggers are adjustable, set the pull weight appropriate to the discipline. For a hunting rifle, you don’t want an ultra-light trigger pull. For High Power, you may want a two-stage pull, while on a Benchrest rifle you may prefer a very light trigger.

2. If you have a two-stage trigger, experiment with different combinations of First Stage and Second Stage.

3. Have a friend watch you as you pull the trigger, and maybe even take a close-up video as you pull the trigger. This can reveal a variety of flaws.

4. Practice dry-firing to see if flaws in trigger technique are causing gun movement.

5. As an experiment, try pulling the trigger with your middle finger. Ergonomically, the middle finger has a more straight alignment with the tendons in your hand. This exercise can help you identify alignment issues with your index finger.

6. For stocks with adjustable Length of Pull you may want to set the LOP differently for bench shooting vs. prone or F-Class shooting.

When Only the Best Will Do…
German-made Bix’N Andy triggers, available from BulletCentral.com, are among the very best you can buy. Available in both single-stage and two-stage, Bix’N Andy triggers are extremely precise, repeatable and smooth. The unique internal, friction-reducing roller ball system allows for extremely low reset force, yielding an ultra-crisp let-off. Bix’N Andy triggers can be fitted with a variety of trigger shoes according to shooter preference.

For this Saturday Showcase, we feature some top-tier products that have set new standards for quality and effectiveness. First off is the impressive new NEXUS single-stage press from Short Action Customs. Then we feature Bix’N Andy triggers, which have found favor with competitors in many disciplines from short range Benchrest to ELR competition. Now that Jewell triggers are becoming harder to source, Bix’N Andy units will be seen on more rifles than ever. For those who turn case-necks, we feature the remarkable IDOD machine from F-Class Products — simply the best automated neck-turner ever created.

As a bonus we offer two very informative interviews from SHOT Show 2024. The first covers the product line at Bullet Central, while the second reviews the latest and greatest rifle actions from BAT Machine.

Short Action Customs NEXUS Press

One of the most notable new products at SHOT Show 2024 was an innovative single-stage press from Short Action Customs (SAC). The new $775 NEXUS press has impressive design features. The NEXUS Press boasts dual cam-over pucks, which precisely stop the movement of the floating die block. SAC explains: “We wanted to have the Nexus press cam-over independently of the shell holder. Every single cycle of the press, your hard cam-over pucks limits the travel, which gives you the same amount of cam over every single cycle.” The press can adapt to various diameter dies with floating inserts in the top section (see video). The NEXUS also has a floating shell holder system, which is quick change and tool-less. SAC states that this shell holder system “allows .010″ more sizing than all other shell holders on the market”.

Bix’N Andy Triggers

German-made Bix’N Andy triggers, available from BulletCentral.com, are among the very best you can buy. Available in both single-stage and two-stage designs, Bix’N Andy triggers are extremely precise, repeatable, and smooth. The unique internal, friction-reducing roller ball system allows for extremely low reset force, yielding an ultra-crisp let-off. Bix’N Andy triggers can be fitted with a variety of trigger shoes according to shooter preference. Bullet Central is currently the exclusive official USA importer for Bix’N Andy triggers.

F-Class Products AutoDod IDOD Neck-Turning Machine

Bryan Blake, a very clever machinist and gunsmith, has created an ultra-precise and speedy neck-turning machine. Bryan, who runs Blake Machine, Blake Barrel, and F-Class Products has created a system that uses twin precision cutter tips to turn case necks inside and out quickly and efficiently, with superior precision. This advanced IDOD Neck Turning Machine holds cases securely in a precision-machined spindle attached to an electric motor. Twin blades move precisely during the cutting process, milling the necks inside and out. The turned necks come out perfect every time, with the shoulders trimmed exactly (with doughnut removed) as well.

If you turn hundreds of cases during a shooting season, you may want to buy an IDOD from F-Class Products. The secret to the efficiency of the Blake IDOD is a vibration-free motor, high-mass case-holder, precision OD/ID-adjustable cutter, along with an advanced tracking system that moves the cutter heads towards the case neck (and back again) with absolute, 100% repeatable precision.

Interviews from SHOT Show 2024

Bullet Central — Major Product Lines

This F-Class John video features a lengthy interview with Bullet Central representative Zachery, covering the many products Bullet Central offers. Products featured include Bix’N Andy triggers (0:55 time-mark), Micron Dies (5:20); Dual-Ram Press (8:08); Custom Barrels (12:00); BAT Actions (14:57). During this video Zachery also explains the wide range of rimfire ammo Bullet Central carries.

BAT Machine Actions — Showcasing Different Sizes and Features

This video features the impressive, latest generation BAT Machine sctions. The video covers the full range of actions from the smaller SV/DS actions, to Model B, then Model M with integral lug and Picatinny Rail. The BAT representative then explains the features of BAT’s Nuevo actions (2:28 time-mark), which BAT builds for Bullet Central. For ELR and large Magnums BAT makes the model L and Model EXS. You can see all the current BAT actions at BatMachine.com/bat-actions. NOTE: From that page, scroll down and then select your particular discipline, such as Short-Range Benchrest, F-Class, Long-range Benchest. You can also select repeater actions for hunting and/or PRS/NRL.

At the request of our readers, we provide select “Deals of the Week”. Every Sunday afternoon or Monday morning we offer our Best Bargain selections. Here are some of the best deals on firearms, hardware, reloading components, optics, and shooting accessories. Be aware that sale prices are subject to change, and once clearance inventory is sold, it’s gone for good. You snooze you lose.

NOTE: All listed products are for sale to persons 18 years of age or older. No products are intended for use by minors.

1. Amazon — Frankford Arsenal Intellidropper, $149.90

⏺ Save 22% or more on excellent powder scale/dispenser

A good electronic powder scale/dispenser lets you more precisely with greater charge-weight consistency. The Frankford Arsenal Intellidropper delivers 0.10 (one-tenth) of a grain accuracy. This modern, easy-to-use machine also connects via Bluetooth to a very handy App on your phone that stores your loads for various cartridge and bullet types. Priced at just $149.90 on Amazon, this is an awesome deal. This same Intellidropper Platinum sells for $229.99 elsewhere — $80 more than the Amazon price.

2. Sportsman’s Warehouse — Optics Clearance Sale

⏺ Big savings on optics from Nikon, Leupold, Crimson Trace, Burris and more

Once a year Sportsman’s Warehouse has a giant End-of-Summer Optics Clearance Sale. With this major sale you’ll find big discounts on a wide range of optics from leading manufacturers including Nikon, Leupold, Crimson Trace, Bushnell, SIG Sauer, Meprolight, Burris, and more. Save on riflescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, laser rangefinders, and red dot sights.

3. Natchez — Lyman Labor Day Sale, Save up to 22%

⏺ Significant savings on Lyman tools and combo kits

Lyman makes quality products from brass tumblers to case trimmers. Check out the Lyman Sale over at Natchez. You can save on Lyman powder dispensers, case trimmers, Case Prep center, brass tumblers, trigger gauges, and more. In addition, the very complete Lyman Reloading Kit with Turret Press is discounted $72.50. This is a great opportunity to pick up some quality Lyman tools for your reloading room.

4. Natchez — Bushnell Optics Sale

⏺ Great fall deals on Bushnell scopes, LRFs, and binocs

Are you looking for a quality yet budget-priced scope for your hunting rifle, or perhaps a set of binoculars for that fall hunt? Check out this Bushnell Clearance Sale at Natchez. You’ll find Bushnell scopes, binoculars, and rangefinders at heavily discounted prices. For example the Bushnell 3-12x40mm Prime Multi-X scope is just $194.99, a $50 savings off the regular $244.99 price.

5. Palmetto State Armory — PSA Dagger 9mm Pistol Kit, $399.99

⏺ Excellent pistol plus Sierra ammo and 5 magazines

If you’re in the market for a good 9mm defensive pistol, check out the PSA Dagger Compact 9MM PistolCombo Kit. For under $400 you get the PSA Dagger pistol, five 15-rd PMAG Magazines, AND 100 rounds of Sierra Sports Master 9mm ammunition. This is a great combo for the money. NOTE: This pistol has an optics-ready slide and a threaded barrel for use with muzzle brake or suppressor.

6. Bullet Central — Bix’n Andy TacSport Pro-X Triggers

⏺ Big savings on excellent trigger for hunting and tactical rifles

Bix’n Andy makes some of the best competition triggers, much respected for their repeatability and reliability. The latest Bix’n Andy trigger is the TacSport PRO-X. This new model brings the feel of a Bix’n Andy Competition trigger to the TacSport family. This rugged trigger boasts an encapsulated housing that protects the stainless steel internals. The Pro-X will work very well for a variety of disciplines — precision (PRS/NRL) shooting, target shooting, and long-range hunting.

7. Amazon — HighWild Target Stand, $29.99

⏺ Use this sturdy metal stand with your wood target frame

At many ranges you need to set up your own rifle targets. A handy system combines a sturdy metal base with a wood frame. For under $30 you can get the Highwild Adjustable Target Stand Base. This adjustable metal stand base allows you to use wood frames of various sizes. This easy-to-transport metal stand adjusts from 8″ to 24″ in width, so it works with a variety of target frame sizes.

8. Amazon — Caldwell Front and Rear Filled Bag Set, $29.24

⏺ Good, inexpensive set-up for sighting-in hunting rifles

If you need an inexpensive set of bags to zero your hunting rifle this fall, consider the Caldwell DeadShot Front and Rear Bag Combo. The front bag can also be used in PRS/NRL matches for support. NOTE: Both front and rear bags come filled with corn cob media to allow for immediate use. These bags be used on virtually any surface, and are stable on wood, or concrete benches or rotating shooting stands.

9. Amazon — Outdoor Edge RazorLite Knife (6 Blades), $29.95

⏺ Nice knife (three color options) with six replaceable blades

For hunters, a sharp and sturdy knife is essential. A good, affordable option is the Outdoor Edge 3.5″ RazorLite EDC Knife which comes with six (6) replaceable blades. Each blade is securely seated in a black oxide-coated steel blade holder, allowing fast blade replacement at the push of a button. This is also a good choice for campers and boat owners who need a razor sharp knife with easily-changed blades. NOTE: This knife is offered with three handle colors for the same $29.95 price: Orange (as shown), Blue, and Gray.

10. Midsouth — RCBS Case Tumbler, $134.99 with RCBS Rebate

⏺ Great price plus $25 further savings with RCBS Rebate

Need a tumbler to clean a large load of brass? Grab one of these RCBS Rotary Tumblers while they are on sale and RCBS offers a $25 Rebate. This unit has a 2-gallon capacity and ships complete with 5 pounds of stainless steel media. User reviews have been very positive. Price-wise, this is a very good deal at $159.99. The very same RCBS Tumbler is currently $199.97 on Amazon. The $25 RCBS Rebate lowers your final net price to just $134.99!

Do you occasionally get completely unexplained flyers, or have a shot land straight down at 6 O’Clock, right below your point of aim? That could be caused by poor or inconsistent trigger technique. How you pull the trigger can and does affect your accuracy.

Many gun enthusiasts start with pistols. When they later start shooting rifles they may carry over some not-so-good practices acquired from shooting handguns with heavy 4 to 6-pound trigger pulls. You may want to “re-learn” your trigger techniques to get better rifle results.

Shooting Sports USA has a good article on trigger technique that offers many useful tips. That article also has many helpful illustrations, including the one shown above. Another illustration shows different types of trigger shoes (straight vs. curved) and explains how each makes a difference: “With a lightly curved trigger, the shooter’s finger can contact the trigger either high or low according to preference. Higher contact will increase the resistance.” READ ARTICLE HERE.

The article analyzes common errors, such as pulling the trigger with the very tip of the finger rather than the pad of the index finger: “Using the tip of the finger can lead to lateral pressure on the trigger, which throws off the shot.”

The article also explains that you should check your trigger regularly to make sure it is functioning properly and is not out of adjustment: “Just like any other moving part, the trigger can suffer from wear. In such a precise mechanism, tiny amounts of wear can cause major problems.”

The ergonomics of the Eliseo Tubegun allow a nice, straight trigger pull.

Trigger Tips

Six Suggestions for Making your Trigger Control More Consistent.

1. If your triggers are adjustable, set the pull weight appropriate to the discipline. For a hunting rifle, you don’t want an ultra-light trigger pull. For High Power, you may want a two-stage pull, while on a Benchrest rifle you may prefer a very light trigger.

2. If you have a two-stage trigger, experiment with different combinations of First Stage and Second Stage.

3. Have a friend watch you as you pull the trigger, and maybe even take a close-up video as you pull the trigger. This can reveal a variety of flaws.

4. Practice dry-firing to see if flaws in trigger technique are causing gun movement.

5. As an experiment, try pulling the trigger with your middle finger. Ergonomically, the middle finger has a more straight alignment with the tendons in your hand. This exercise can help you identify alignment issues with your index finger.

6. For stocks with adjustable Length of Pull you may want to set the LOP differently for bench shooting vs. prone or F-Class shooting.

When Only the Best Will Do…
German-made Bix’N Andy triggers, available from BulletCentral.com, are among the very best you can buy. Available in both single-stage and two-stage, Bix’N Andy triggers are extremely precise, repeatable and smooth. The unique internal, friction-reducing roller ball system allows for extremely low reset force, yielding an ultra-crisp let-off. Bix’N Andy triggers can be fitted with a variety of trigger shoes according to shooter preference.

Do you occasionally get completely unexplained flyers, or have a shot land straight down at 6 O’Clock, right below your point of aim? That could be caused by poor or inconsistent trigger technique. How you pull the trigger can and does affect your accuracy.

Many gun enthusiasts start with pistols. When they later start shooting rifles they may carry over some not-so-good practices acquired from shooting handguns with heavy 4 to 6-pound trigger pulls. You may want to “re-learn” your trigger techniques to get better rifle results.

Shooting Sports USA has a good article on trigger technique that offers many useful tips. That article also has many helpful illustrations, including the one shown above. Another illustration shows different types of trigger shoes (straight vs. curved) and explains how each makes a difference: “With a lightly curved trigger, the shooter’s finger can contact the trigger either high or low according to preference. Higher contact will increase the resistance.” READ ARTICLE HERE.

The article analyzes common errors, such as pulling the trigger with the very tip of the finger rather than the pad of the index finger: “Using the tip of the finger can lead to lateral pressure on the trigger, which throws off the shot.”

The article also explains that you should check your trigger regularly to make sure it is functioning properly and is not out of adjustment: “Just like any other moving part, the trigger can suffer from wear. In such a precise mechanism, tiny amounts of wear can cause major problems.”

The ergonomics of the Eliseo Tubegun allow a nice, straight trigger pull.

Trigger Tips

Six Suggestions for Making your Trigger Control More Consistent.

1. If your triggers are adjustable, set the pull weight appropriate to the discipline. For a hunting rifle, you don’t want an ultra-light trigger pull. For High Power, you may want a two-stage pull, while on a Benchrest rifle you may prefer a very light trigger.

2. If you have a two-stage trigger, experiment with different combinations of First Stage and Second Stage.

3. Have a friend watch you as you pull the trigger, and maybe even take a close-up video as you pull the trigger. This can reveal a variety of flaws.

4. Practice dry-firing to see if flaws in trigger technique are causing gun movement.

5. As an experiment, try pulling the trigger with your middle finger. Ergonomically, the middle finger has a more straight alignment with the tendons in your hand. This exercise can help you identify alignment issues with your index finger.

6. For stocks with adjustable Length of Pull you may want to set the LOP differently for bench shooting vs. prone or F-Class shooting.

When Only the Best Will Do…
German-made Bix’N Andy triggers, available from BulletCentral.com, are among the very best you can buy. Available in both single-stage and two-stage, Bix’N Andy triggers are extremely precise, repeatable and smooth. The unique internal, friction-reducing roller ball system allows for extremely low reset force, yielding an ultra-crisp let-off. Bix’N Andy triggers can be fitted with a variety of trigger shoes according to shooter preference.

At the request of our readers, we provide select “Deals of the Week”. Every Sunday afternoon or Monday morning we offer our Best Bargain selections. Here are some of the best deals on firearms, hardware, reloading components, optics, and shooting accessories. Be aware that sale prices are subject to change, and once clearance inventory is sold, it’s gone for good. You snooze you lose.

NOTE: All listed products are for sale to persons 18 years of age or older. No products are intended for use by minors.

1. Bullet Central — Premium Pre-Fit Barrels

⏺ Excellent Pre-fit chambered barrels in stock at good prices

No one wants to wait weeks or even months to get a top-quality custom barrel chambered by a gunsmith. Now you have a great alternative. Bullet Central has a large inventory of pre-fit, pre-chambered, cut-rifles barrels crafted with premium hand-lapped steel from Bartlein, Brux, and Krieger. A wide variety of calibers and contours are offered. Chamberings include: 6.5mm Creedmoor, 6.5×47 Lapua, 6mm BRA, 6mm BRX, 6mm Creedmoor, 6mm Dasher, and 6mm GT. If need a top-quality barrel for your Benchrest, varmint, or NRL22 rifle, this is a great option. Note: Pre-fits are also offered in .223 Rem, but are currently sold out.

2. Graf’s — Hornady L-N-L Classic Deluxe Reloading Kit, $450.00

⏺ Complete Package — everything you need to reload at 21% Off

Here’s an excellent reloading package with everything you need to start handloading cartridges. And right now you can save 21%. With this Hornady Lock N Load Deluxe Classic Reloading kit you get the Classic single-stage press, powder measure with stand, digital scale, hand priming tool, OAL gauge tool, calipers, loading block, bullet release “hammer”, powder trickler, funnel, chamfer/debur tool, shellholder pack, die bushings, lock rings, Hornady Reloading Manual and much more. Folks, this is a great bargain at $450.00! The same Hornady L-N-L Deluxe Kit is currently $599.00 on Amazon and $579.99 at MidwayUSA.

3. KYGUNCO — 12 Days of Christmas Rimfire Rifle Deals

⏺ Major bargains through 12/31/2022 — check out these rimfire rifles

As part of KYGUNCO’s 12 Deals of Christmas, you’ll find great bargains on rimfire rifles. Here are three that caught our eye. For NRL22, get the budget-priced Savage .22 LR model 64 Precision for just $229.95. For varmint hunting, we like the 17 HMR Ruger American Rimfire with 22″ blued barrel, on sale now for $325.24. And a great choice for a young family member is the Savage .22 LR Rascal. Complete with 4x32mm scope, this tan-stocked Rascal is just $274.99 after Savage $25 Mail-in Rebate.

4. Amazon — Tipton Best Gun Vise, $71.99

⏺ Versatile, stable, works with all rifles, including ARs

When cleaning long guns, you need a secure, stable platform. We recommend the Tipton Best Gun Vise, now $71.99 on Amazon. This vise was designed to accommodate the widest possible array of firearms for cleaning, maintenance, or gunsmithing. This vise is easily configurable to handle bolt-action rifles, break-open shotguns, AR-15s, and handguns. We’ve used this vise and can attest that it is very versatile and holds rifles securely.

5. EuroOptic — Free Extra Stock/Fore-end with Sako S20

⏺ Free factory stock and fore-end with Sako S20 Purchase

Here’s a great deal from Sako and EuroOptic. Purchase a new Sako S20 Hunter Rifle and receive a free S20 Precision Stock and S20 Precision Fore-end. OR purchase a new Sako S20 Precision Rifle and receive a free S20 Hunter Stock and S20 Hunter Fore-end. Note: The S20 Precision Stock is currently out of stock, it will ship when more arrive. Not valid with any other discount or offer.

6. Browning — $150-$300 Rebates on Browning Gun Safes

⏺ Big End-of-Year Rebate on quality Browning Prosteel Safes

Now’s a great time to purchase a new gun safe. You can save up to $300 with Browning’s Holiday Safe Rebate Program. Receive a money rebate of $150, $200, or $300 when you purchase a new, eligible Browning ProSteel safe at retail between November 23 and December 31, 2022. After purchasing the safe at a Browning dealer, submit your rebate application via the Browning Online Rebate Center.

7. Palmetto State Armory — Taurus 9mm Pistols $100-$125 Off

⏺ Major discounts plus Taurus Factory Rebates

You can get the Taurus G2C pistol for $224.99 on sale ($125 Off), and you qualify for an additional $25.00 Taurus Factory Rebate. That lowers your net cost to just $199.99 — a heck of a deal for an accurate, reliable 9mm carry pistol. If you want something smaller get the Taurus GX4 pistol for $299.99, $100 off. The GX4 also qualifies for a FIFTY dollar Taurus Rebate, lowering your net cost to $249.99. These Taurus Rebate programs are good for purchases made through 1/15/2023.

8. Midsouth — RCBS ChargeMaster SALE, $50 OFF and $30 OFF

⏺ Best ChargeMaster deals around — grab savings while you can

As part of Midsouth’s 2022 Christmas Sale, there are big savings on RCBS ChargeMaster powder scale/dispensers. Get the ChargeMaster Supreme for $379.99 ($50 OFF) or the ChargeMaster Link for $269.99 ($30 Off). Both machines are Bluetooth-capable for use with a mobile App. These are the best prices we’ve seen for these two ChargeMasters. And with either machine you get FREE Shipping! Sale prices end at 11:59 PM on 12/31/2022.

9. Amazon — Midland-EX37VP Radio Kit (Set of 2), $49.99

⏺ Quality Walkie-Talkies with good range and special Emergency functions

Having a good 2-way communication system is vital when hunting or wilderness hiking. And a pair of walkie-talkies really helps during shooting practices when a buddy goes downrange to set targets. A very good 2-Way radio system is the Midland-EX37VP E+Ready Emergency Two-Way Radio Kit. These walkie-talkies have a 26 mile range and feature 22 FRS (Family Radio Service) channels, along with channel scan. With this kit you get vital E+Ready Emergency functionality, plus NOAA weather alerts — important in the event of a natural disaster.

10. Cabela’s — Knife and Flashlight Combo, $10.00

⏺ Amazingly low price for decent folding knife and flashlight

This Cabela’s Knife and Flashlight Combo Kit makes a great gift, or a back-up to keep in a vehicle or travel kit. The rugged folding pocket knife features an aluminum handle with a 2.5″-long blade made of 420 stainless steel. The 3.5″-long flashlight has a durable aluminum body, and a 75-lumen output.

11. Midsouth — MTM Cleaning Rod Case, $21.99

⏺ Good product for transport of those important cleaning rods

Good cleaning rods are expensive and can be easily damaged if you’re not careful. To protect those valuable cleaning rods, we recommend the MTM cleaning rod case which holds four rods as well as cleaning supplies. This case protects your rods both at home and while traveling. With this handy, durable case you can stop worrying about bending or breaking those important cleaning rods.

BONUS — Get $25 Gift Card with $100 Gift Card Purchase

FREE MONEY: If you are looking for a gift for a shooting buddy, consider this Brownells deal. If you purchase $100 worth of Brownells gift cards you get bonus $25 Card for FREE.

Happy Thanksgiving folks. Many major manufacturers and online vendors are offering great bargains tomorrow, Black Friday. And many of the sales have already started and last through Cyber Monday. In fact, some of the best deals at leading vendors EuroOptic and Grafs.com continue well into December.

We are spotlighting vendors worth visiting because they offer a wide range of discounts on a large inventory selection — in some cases, everything in stock is discounted 10%, 15%, 25% even 40%. For other sellers, only specific items are on sale, so we’ve identified some of the best deals. In addition to these deals Brownells is offering big Discount Code savings. Get $45 OFF a $225+ order with Code BF45OFF or 15% OFF a $600+ order with Code BFSAVE15.

Come back tomorrow, as we will add some additional Black Friday promotions not yet announced.

21st Century Innovation 20% Off 4-Day Sale

21st Century Innovation makes some of the very best tools and hardware for precision handloaders. 21st Century’s Arbor Presses, Neck-turning lathes, Concentricity Gauges, and other tools rank at the very top. And now you can get these superb products at a huge 20% discount. Virtually all 21st Century hardware (except the Hybrid Shooting Rest) will be 20% OFF for four days, November 25 through November 29. Use Code BLKFRI during check-out to save 20%.

EuroOptic — Black Friday + December Extended Nightforce Sale

Now through December 31, 2022, EuroOptic is running a major sale on Nightforce Optics. Save 10% on most regularly priced Nightforce NXS and SHV riflescopes November 18th through December 31st, 2022. CLICK HERE to access Nightforce optics on sale.

Midsouth Shooters Supply Black Friday Sale

Midsouth is one of our favorite vendors. This company respects its customers and has maintained fair pricing even during the shortages. We will update this listing with specific hot deals as soon as they are posted. Special sale items with discounted prices should be revealed at 12:01 am ET 11/25/2022.

Bruno Shooters Supply — 10% Off Sitewide, with FREE Shipping

Bruno’s Black Friday Sale is underway already and runs through November 28. Bruno’s is offering “At Least 10% Off or more” for the vast majority of Bruno’s listed products. This includes optics, Kelbly actions, powder, primers, bullets, brass, dies, presses, tumblers, and more. There are extra big discounts on Norma brass. Plus you get FREE Shipping with most orders of $100 or more. These discounts are good now through Monday, November 28, 2022 at 8:00 am. NOTE: HazMat fees still apply.

Graf & Sons — Major Sale November 23 through December 9

Graf & Sons is running Extended Black Friday sale with discounts and special offers now through Friday December 9, 2022. For example, save 26% on a Lyman Case Prep Express, or get FREE shipping on your entire order when you buy a Forster Co-Ax press. CLICK HERE for featured deals.

Palmetto State Armory Black Friday Sale

If you’re in the market for an AR-type rifle or a handgun, head straight over to Palmetto State Armory (PSA). You’ll find incredibly low prices on stripped AR lowers, as well as fully assembled uppers and complete Black Rifles. In addition, PSA has a wide selection of quality pistols at very attractive prices, plus dozens of Black Friday Ammo Deals. You can CLICK HERE for all the Black Friday Specials.

Bullet Central Black Friday Sale

Bullet Central is a leading vendor for rifle accuracy fans. And right now you can get significant savings on prefit barrels (Krieger and other), airgun packages, triggers, and other products. CLICK HERE for Bullet Central Black Friday Sale items.

Area 419 — Black Nitride Friday Sale Through 11/29/2022

Area 419 is running a “Black Nitride Friday” promotion. There are major savings on a variety of great products including Hellfire muzzle brakes, Sidewinder muzzle brakes, suppressor mounts, thread protectors, and more. In addition, the outstanding Area 419 Zero Turret Reloading press is $100.00 off, marked down to $1175.00. CLICK HERE for all Area 419 sale items.

Bass Pro & Cabela’s Black Friday Sale Through November 27

You’ll find plenty of great deals at Bass Pro and Cabela’s stores and their respective web sites. Save big on firearms, ammo, and targets now through Sunday, November 27, 2022. There are also discounts on outdoor clothing, camping gear, optics and more. This Black Friday promotion also celebrates Bass Pro’s 50th year in business.

Tractor Supply Co. Black Friday Sale — Gun Safes

Tractor Supply Co. is a respected vendor with stores around the country. Right now Tractor Supply has dozens of Black Friday specials, but the deeply discounted gun safes caught our attention. You can save $200-$300 on Cannon, Liberty, and Winchester safes now through Saturday, November 26, 2022.

Springfield Armory Black Friday Sale

Springfield Armory has a storewide “Black Friday” 20% discount, running from Thursday, November 24th (Thanksgiving) through Monday, November 28th. This discount does not require a Promo Code and is automatically applied at checkout to make the purchasing process as simple and easy as possible. Recently updated, the online Springfield Armory Store has as a broad selection of products. If you want a new M1 air rifle, optic, holster, knife or other accessory, you’ll find it here. The 20% off does NOT apply to FFL sales of Springfield Armory centerfire rifles and pistols.

5.11 Tactical Store Black Friday Sale

Respected outdoor gear/clothing supplier 5.11 Tactical is running a major Black Friday Sale through Tuesday, 11/29/2022. Save 20-40% on backpacks, jackets, pants, and footwear. Other outdoor gear, including gun cases, belts, gloves, watches, and multi-tools are also on sale.