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EGW HD Ball Head Long 1911 Disconnector Blue Reviews

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Quick Check: Fits: 1911 (Series 70 & 80) & 2011 Pistols.Material: Solid Machined Tool Steel.Finish: Blued.Installation: Professional Gunsmith Fitting Required.
Product Overview
Achieve a truly perfect, custom trigger pull in your 1911 or 2011 with the EGW Heavy-Duty (HD) Ball Head Disconnector. Intentionally left "long" for a precise gunsmith fit, this disconnector is the ultimate starting point for a no-compromise trigger job. Our innovative ball head design drastically reduces friction in the trigger system, resulting in a smoother, lighter-feeling pull. Precision-machined from solid tool steel, our Long Disconnector is the professional's choice for building a world-class trigger.
Technical Specifications
Material: Solid American Tool Steel (Not MIM)
Finish: Blued
Compatibility: 1911 / 2011 (Series 70 & 80)
Fitting Requirements: Intentionally Long for Gunsmith Custom Fitting
Made In: USA (Quakertown, PA)
Firearm Compatibility
This Disconnector Fits:
1911 Pistols (All Series 70 & 80 Models)
2011 Pistols
What Sets EGW Disconnectors Apart From the Competition?
No Pin Drag: We intentionally leave our disconnector long so that it remains completely below the sear pin. Because of this extra geometry, it will not drag across the sear pin during the cycling process, creating an unhindered movement.
Anti-Catch Relieved Corner: The lower bottom corner of our disconnector features a specialized relief cut. This crucial design enhancement prevents the top round in the magazine from catching on the disconnector during high-speed reloads, ensuring smoother magazine seating and feeding.
The EGW Solution for Your Custom Trigger Job
The secret to a world-class trigger is using parts that are dimensionally perfect and machined from premium materials. Here’s why our heavy-duty disconnector is the superior choice for custom gunsmithing:
Ball Head for a Smoother Pull – The unique ball head design creates a single, low-friction point of contact with the sear spring, eliminating the gritty, dragging feel of a flat-faced disconnector. The result is a noticeably smoother and lighter trigger pull.
Extra Material for a Flawless Fit – By leaving this part intentionally long, a professional gunsmith has the maximum amount of material to work with. This allows for ultra-precise fitting to achieve the perfect trigger reset without any slop or play.
Machined from Solid Tool Steel – We don't use MIM (Metal Injection Molded) parts for critical fire control components. Our disconnectors are CNC-machined from solid American tool steel and heat-treated for exceptional, long-term durability.
Proudly Made in the USA – Every single disconnector is manufactured right here in our Quakertown, PA facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a disconnector do in a 1911?The disconnector has two primary jobs: it acts as a "connector" between the trigger and the sear to fire the gun, and it "disconnects" the trigger from the sear when the slide is out of battery, preventing the gun from firing. It is also responsible for resetting the trigger after each shot. The precise length of the disconnector is critical for a safe and reliable trigger reset.
Why is gunsmith fitting absolutely required?This part is specifically engineered for professional use. An improperly fitted disconnector can cause a range of dangerous malfunctions, from the trigger failing to reset to the gun firing out of battery. This is not a drop-in part; it MUST be installed and fitted by a qualified 1911 gunsmith who can precisely trim it to length for your specific firearm.
CRITICAL SAFETY WARNING: WE RECOMMEND THIS BE INSTALLED AND FITTED BY A QUALIFIED AND COMPETENT 1911 GUNSMITH.
Warning: This product may be alloyed with trace amounts of lead and other elements which are known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm and cancer. To prevent exposure, do not alter the product by welding, grinding, etc. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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I got the hard sear, the ball head disconnector, and a hammer for my Springfield Garrison. Everything dropped right in and fits well. Combined with a tweaked Evolved sear (three way) spring, it now has a very smooth and crisp 3 1/2 pound trigger. Perfect for my needs.
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Posted 3 years ago
Worked as drop in. Good stuff.
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Posted 3 years ago
Best disconnector for your 1911! Used with EGW spring, and have the best reset. Love these!
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Posted 3 years ago
After reading extensively about 1911 disconnector function and fitting I began to suspect my o.e.m. disconnector might be responsible for the slight "click" I was feeling right before reaching the final part of the trigger pull. After removing the slide I checked function and sure enough the factory disconnector fairly rattled around in the disconnector tunnel during the trigger pull, moving fore and aft noticeably. This is on a $3K semi-custom 1911 from a major maker! I installed the EGW extractor after carefully polishing the "ball" so that it cleared the tunnel; it was a little too tight to start with. Checked function again and observed almost no movement, except vertically, during the trigger pull. Dry-firing and live-firing revealed that the click was gone; totally solved my problem. I highly recommend this part.
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Posted 3 years ago
Perfect right out of the bag - 100% drop-in for my Colt CCU and Springfield EMP. The reset is amazing! I will always and only use these disconnectors.
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Posted 3 years ago
EGW makes excellent items.
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Posted 3 years ago
Works great. No smithing required
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Posted 3 years ago