Long Trigger Pull

[SteveJ]

I have owned 3 crossbows, all being lower end, but they have all had a long pull on the trigger before it finally fires. Is this a safety thing with all crossbows or is it just on lower end crossbows?

 

[Rakkin6]

Haven't noticed it really on either of my Tenpoints. What brand are you or have you used in the past? Now I will say they do have heavier triggers but not so much a long trigger pull.

 

[SteveJ]

I've used PSE, Centerpoint and Killer instinct. I've never shot a higher end crossbow so wasn't sure if those were like a rifle trigger or if all of them you had to pull a long ways. I saw where someone made a kit for the Centerpoint to shorten it up but it was an aftermarket modification that I wasn't too sure about

 

[TheLBLman]

Cutting corners on the trigger is but one way a crossbow can be offered at a lower initial price point.

Same is true with centerfire rifles --- the more expensive guns will usually have a better trigger assembly.

Many of the older crossbows had horrible trigger assemblies (very "rough" with long pulls).

I saw where someone made a kit for the Centerpoint to shorten it up but it was an aftermarket modification that I wasn't too sure about

Trigger assembly kits for various crossbows are widely available, and can be one of the best "upgrades' you can purchase, if your crossbow as a "rough" trigger.

 

[JR2]

My Tenpoint has a heavy trigger, but not a long trigger pull.

 

[nock]

Barnett has about as good a trigger as i have found.