I emailed the traditions company.They said that the earlier models did have a hard trigger. He said that they have resolved that problem. I am thinking of getting one I know they are cheap Spanish barrels and all. However they look and feel good. I wont ever use more than 90 grains of powder in one. I just cant afford a Knight or a TC. I have a wife and kids to think of. They and CVA make a nice lookin rifle, and for about 200 dollars.