I was recently looking at a Colt Gunsite 1911 in the local fun store. Although long triggers are the dominant fashion in 1911s, I've noticed disciples of Jeff Cooper and the gunsite school prefer short triggers. Putting aside hand size, what are the effects of trigger length on shooting performance?
I have XXL hands with proportionate fingers. Col. Cooper also had large hands but preferred short triggers. There are those who claim that short triggers provide a better interface between the finger and the trigger allowing pull straight to the rear regardless of hand size. They also claim the short trigger helps avoid "biceping" i.E.when the finger flexes against the frame of the gun affecting shot placement.
What are your thoughts and experiences on short versus long triggers for 1911?