Aftermarket thumb barrels

[Dirtbag]

Anyone have any good leads on aftermarket thumb barrels? I’m specifically looking for a thinner barrel for a Carter wise choice. Hoping for something metal rather than 3d printed.

 

[Billy Goat]

Why?

Not trying to be a dick, but either the release fits your hand or it doesn't.


Barrel should have enough adjustment it fits your process.

Or you want a giant one so you can punch it faster?

 

[Shooter Mike]

Why?

Not trying to be a dick, but either the release fits your hand or it doesn't.


Barrel should have enough adjustment it fits your process.

Or you want a giant one so you can punch it faster?

I 100% disagree with that.

Depending on where the barrel rests along the thumb, the size of the barrel is absolutely relevant, especially if you're not activating with a "Squeeze" and are using back tension as opposed to pulling through the shot. And not everyone holds the release in their hand the same way. A larger barrel increases surface area contact and therefore increases the potential for sensing any sort of movement. A small barrel can bury in the joint at the base of the thumb, and make solid contact with the bone. A larger barrel cannot achieve that, and that has nothing to do with the fitment of the release. Small barrel or large barrel has nothing to do with punching the trigger, either.

Perhaps you're not completely aware of the various methods for properly activating a thumb button release. If you actually believe barrels are a one-size-fits-all, you have a lot to learn - no two people are exactly alike, hence the reason there is a variety of thumb barrel sizes and adjustability in the releases themselves to fit an individuals hand. This is why Stan has for years, included different thumb peg lengths and barrel sizes with the Perfex and now the Onnex. This is why better quality releases offer adjustment in the thumb peg and barrel position. Using your logic, there isn't any need for adjustment of the release - it either fits or it doesn't. Its just not that simple.

@Dirtbag TruBall makes a 1/4" barrel that can be used on just about any release.

T.R.U. Ball 1/4" Barrel Trigger

• Primarily used for T.R.U. Ball hinge style releases, but will fit on thumb releases with a locking screw • Includes threaded stud • 1/4" diameter • TKTP-S

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