The Volquartsen Target Hammer (Volquartsen part no. VCRTH) is a drop-in replacement hammer built specifically for the Remington 597, fitting every chambering in the line whether it’s 22 LR, 22 WMR, or 17 HMR. Wire EDM-cut for precision and hardened for durability, this hammer is designed to noticeably lighten trigger pull without touching the rest of the factory fire control group. It’s a favorite among 597 owners looking to tighten up groups for varmint hunting or plinking without sending the rifle out for a full trigger job.

Key Specifications

• Manufactured by wire EDM cutting for a fully machined, precisely toleranced hammer.
• Delivers approximately 50 percent lighter trigger pull compared to the factory hammer.
• Installs as a drop-in part in an unaltered factory trigger guard, with no modification required.
• Made from A2 tool steel, hardened to Rc 58-60 for long-term wear resistance.
• Fits all Remington 597 rifles chambered in 22 LR, 22 WMR, or 17 HMR.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this hammer require gunsmithing to install? No, it’s a drop-in part designed for an unaltered factory trigger guard.

What calibers does it fit? It fits all Remington 597 models, whether chambered in 22 LR, 22 WMR, or 17 HMR.

How much lighter is the trigger pull with this hammer installed? Approximately 50 percent lighter than the factory hammer.

Buy the Volquartsen Target Hammer for Remington 597

A heavy, gritty trigger is one of the easiest things to fix on a Remington 597, and this Volquartsen hammer does it without a trip to the gunsmith. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping, and check out our full selection of gun parts for more 597 upgrades.