US Patent 10401107 Trigger mechanism for a firearm

A trigger mechanism according to various aspects of the present technology is configured to provide a more effective method of securing a hammer after a firearm is fired. Various embodiments of the trigger mechanism comprise a main sear and a sear link that are used to mechanically link a trigger body to the hammer. The main sear maintains engagement with the hammer throughout an actuation cycle and is configured to catch the hammer as it rotates after striking a round of ammunition.