How to Set a Kimber Trigger Pull

Kimber is an American manufacturer of 1911-style handguns. A Kimber is considered to be a high-end product, with most of the company's pistols starting at more than $1,000. Almost all Kimber pistols contain a set screw within the trigger that allows the shooter to customize the trigger pull and take-up on the trigger. Setting the screw allows you to increase or decrease the amount of pressure required to pull the trigger before the hammer falls and sets off a round. Having less pressure can improve accuracy, while adding pressure can improve safety.

Things You'll Need

  • Gun mat
  • Small Allen wrench
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Instructions

    • 1

      Pull the slide all the way back until it locks into place, and remove the magazine.

    • 2

      Visually inspect the chamber to make sure there is no round inside the barrel.

    • 3

      Place the pistol on a solid working surface. Consider using a gun mat to prevent scuff marks on the finish of the pistol.

    • 4

      Insert a small Allen wrench in the hole on the front of the trigger.

    • 5

      Turn the wrench clockwise to decrease the amount of pressure required on the trigger. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to increase the amount of pressure needed on the trigger.

    • 6

      Pull the trigger on the gun to test the new setting; make further adjustments as desired.