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Diagnosing trigger binding after finishing

Jim explained that if a trigger binds after finishing, the builder should determine whether the binding is due to lack of top-of-trigger clearance (file the top of the trigger) or wood swelling and finish-related corrosion (address that cause specifically), rather than assuming one fix applies.

Category: Building & FinishingTopics: Trigger, Tool, Jim Kibler, Building, FinishLast verified: 2026-07-25Also called: trigger, set trigger, building, assembly, putting together, finishing

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