It's an improvement but still not 100% terrific... IMO. If you want a 2.5 # trigger this won't be it. It could be smoothed up a bit though. BTW, mine is on a Hawkeye Compact in 7mm-08 that I just picked up for my wife. Also, the bolt and safety were rather stiff but they ease up considerably with use. +1 on your selection of the .35 Whelen. Keep us posted as to how you like it and how it does. I myself have been looking in that direction.