A single-stage trigger, the author installs and tests the unit in his Springfield Armory SAINT.
The trigger was provided to the author for review by Black Talon Tactical.
Iam not ashamed to admit my faults to anyone.
The Black Talon Tactical adjustable trigger for AR-15-style rifles is a single-stage design that is easy to install.
One of the easiest trigger systems to swap out is for the AR platform.
While browsing Instagram one night, I came across a build a good friend of mine did.
The build looked great, but one thing that stood out was the trigger shoe in the photos.
The Black Talon Tactical trigger is a contained unit that many shooters prefer due to its ease of installation and adjustment.
It wasnt like any other shoe I had ever seen, so naturally, I had to investigate.
Adjusting to the Trigger
While the name itself is undeniably awesome, is the trigger anything special?
Well, let me just answer that right now.
The Black Talon Tactical adjustable trigger installs in any AR-style rifle that is made to mil-spec standards. Shown is the trigger installed into the author’s Springfield Armory SAINT.
The Black Talon Tactical Calibrated Adjustable Drop in Single Stage Trigger is quite impressive.
up to 5 lbs.
Adjustments are guaranteed to be within 1 oz.
The Black Talon Tactical trigger reviewed by the author uses the company’s Improved Finger Position (IFP) bow. The author liked the feel of it.
pull force of whichever weight you choose.
It is that easy to customize your trigger.
Now, I know what you are probably thinking why wouldnt you just set it to 2 lbs.
Adjusting the trigger pull weight uses a straightforward process with a wrench. Weights are user-adjustable from 2.0 to 5.0 lbs.
and have the lightest pull possible?
Trust me, at 2 lbs.
it is extremely light.
Black Talon Tactical also offers the drop-in trigger in a fixed pull weight. These are available for $30 less, which may be a good option for many shooters.
This setting is not for the faint of heart.
This would be for a benched rifle and precision shooting.
I personally set my trigger at 2.75 lbs.
and absolutely love it, but I have a lot of time behind an AR trigger.
For others, I would recommend something over 3 lbs.
I would like to see a nice set of all-black hardware.
Although, this is not a deal breaker since you could just use your own pins.
The trigger also features a set of snug-down screws on the back of the housing by the safety selector.
These must be snugged down before using the new trigger because of the super high tolerances on this trigger.
A wrench is provided for those screws as well.
Black Talon features three different trigger shoe options on its website for this trigger system.
This is the trigger I chose to test because it is a bit unique in design.
I personally really like the feel of it.
The company took the stance of Henry Ford when they designed all the components and coated them.
you might choose any color trigger you want as long as its black.
I will tell you right now, this trigger performs well.
The reset is astounding.
The slightest break in pressure on your trigger finger, and the Black Talon trigger audibly resets.
You wouldnt know it reset if you couldnt hear it, thats how little movement there is.
The triggers are also backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.
It is also covered under their lifetime warranty.
The fixed model is pre-set at your choice of 2, 3, 4 or 5 lbs.
and cant be adjusted after they are set.
This trigger is truly a game changer.
