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Positioning set triggers using the sear bar cross point

Jim explained that pulling the front trigger back slightly and pushing the rear trigger forward slightly causes the trigger bars (sear bars) to cross, and that cross point is approximately where the triggers should be positioned relative to the sear.

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

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