A trigger!

After modeling the rough shell outline and adjusting the size somewhat, I started modeling the trigger. I began by taking the dimensions from the existing trigger.

After looking at how the stock trigger works (simple one axis motion) I realized it would take up too much space behind the trigger, limiting my grip. Since I really want the grip to start behind the trigger, I had to make some adjustments. I decided to make the trigger rotate instead of translate. This will make the motion curve upwards into the shell, instead of back towards the handle.

This required some simple redesign. I will have to relocate the trigger spring and put the finger space (term?) under and behind the pivot point. I may also have to move the pivot point location present on the stock shell.

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Next step is to put together an assembly of the shell and the trigger and see where it all sits.