Description
The factory trigger is usually the first thing serious Remington 700 owners want to upgrade, and this is one of the cleanest ways to do it. Timney's Model 533 two-stage trigger gives you a defined first-stage take-up followed by a crisp, glass-rod second-stage break, which is exactly what you want for deliberate precision work. It ships hand-calibrated with a light first stage right around a pound, and the second stage is adjustable so you can dial it in from roughly 1.5 to 3.5 pounds to match how you shoot.
What Sets the Timney 533 Two-Stage Apart
The build quality is where this trigger earns its reputation. Timney machines the work surfaces from hardened A2 tool steel and coats all three sears with Teflon-nickel for smooth, slick engagement. The housing is CNC-machined anodized aluminum in that signature red, the sears are EDM cut from solid steel, and the trigger shoe and safety are carbon nitrided to shrug off wear and weather. Every unit is individually tested and calibrated by hand before it leaves the shop, so you're not gambling on quality control.
Dropping the 533 Into Your Remington 700
Installation is genuinely straightforward for anyone comfortable working on their own rifle. There's no drilling, tapping, or screws involved. You knock out the two existing trigger pins, set the Timney in place, reinsert the pins, and you're done. Most folks have it swapped in a matter of minutes. The integrated safety comes already fitted to the assembly, which keeps the whole job simple.
Where the Two-Stage Trigger Shines
This one is built for the crowd that appreciates knowing exactly where the wall is. Precision Rifle Series competitors, long-range target shooters, and hunters who want a clean, repeatable break all gravitate toward a good two-stage setup. That short first-stage travel lets you take up slack and settle before the crisp break sends the shot with no creep and no surprises. If you love the feel of a staged trigger and want your 700 to perform like a custom build, the 533 delivers.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Timney
- Model: 533 (2-Stage)
- Manufacturer Part Number: 533
- UPC: 081950533008
- Fitment: Remington 700 Right-Hand Actions
- Trigger Type: Two-Stage
- Trigger Shoe: Curved
- Hand: Right
- First Stage Pull: Approx. 1 lb
- Second Stage Adjustment: 1.5 to 3.5 lbs
- Housing: Anodized Aluminum (Red)
- Work Surfaces: A2 Tool Steel, Teflon-Nickel Coated Sears
- Shoe/Safety Finish: Carbon Nitrided, Black
- Safety: Integrated
- Length: 7.4 in
- Color: Black/Red
What’s Included
- Timney 533 Remington 700 two-stage trigger assembly with integrated safety
- Adjustment/installation instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Timney 533 fit my Remington 700?
Yes, this trigger is designed as a direct drop-in replacement for right-hand Remington 700 actions and 700-pattern rifles built on the same footprint. It uses your existing trigger pins, so there's no drilling, tapping, or permanent modification. If you're running a right-hand 700, you're good to go.
How adjustable is the two-stage trigger?
The first stage is factory hand-calibrated to a light pull around one pound, and the second stage is adjustable roughly from 1.5 to 3.5 pounds using the front set screws. Timney sets the sear engagement at the factory and recommends leaving that rear screw alone. That gives you plenty of room to tune the break to your preference without touching the safety-critical settings.
Do I need a gunsmith to install the Timney 533?
Most people install it themselves in a few minutes. You remove the two pins holding your factory trigger, drop the Timney in, and reinsert the pins. Basic mechanical ability and a punch are really all you need, though there's nothing wrong with having a gunsmith handle it if you'd rather.
What's the difference between the two-stage and a single-stage Timney?
With this two-stage design you take up a short, light first stage before hitting a defined wall, then a crisp second-stage break sends the shot. It gives you more feel and control at the moment of firing, which many precision and target shooters prefer. A single-stage trigger goes straight to the break with no take-up, which some hunters like for simplicity.






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