Super Saftey Trigger

The Super Safety is a drop-in device for AR-pattern and certain other firearms that replaces the safety selector and uses the energy of the moving bolt carrier to help reset the trigger after each shot. With a Super Safety installed, the firearm still fires one round for each separate, complete function of the trigger — it is not automatic fire. This page describes how the device works and, importantly, the legal considerations you must understand before purchasing. Browse our broader trigger selection, including binary triggers and match triggers.

Legal note first — read before ordering: the regulatory status of forced-reset and reset-assist devices has been the subject of ATF action and ongoing litigation and has changed over time. You must verify the current federal guidance from the ATF and the laws of your state and locality before purchasing or installing one. These devices are prohibited in some states. Review our state restrictions page and confirm current law for your jurisdiction.

Tatted Tacticals stocks Super Safety devices and related components for compatible platforms.

How the Super Safety Works

A Super Safety installs in the safety-selector position of a compatible AR-15 or other firearm. Mechanically, it uses the rearward movement of the bolt carrier to assist in resetting the trigger after a round is fired, so the trigger returns forward more positively for the next shot. Each round still requires a separate, complete function of the trigger by the shooter — the device does not cause the firearm to fire continuously while the trigger is held, and it is not a machine gun component. Installation typically requires a compatible bolt carrier and proper fitting; follow the manufacturer’s instructions exactly.

Compliance and Responsibility

Because the legal status of reset-assist devices has shifted and remains subject to federal interpretation and litigation, the single most important step is to confirm the current law before you act. Verify federal guidance directly with the ATF and check your state and local laws, as some jurisdictions prohibit these devices. Never install or use any device in a manner contrary to current law, and never attempt to modify a firearm toward automatic fire. Follow the four rules of firearms safety, with additional guidance from the NSSF.

Super Safety — Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Super Safety do?

A Super Safety is a drop-in device that installs in the safety-selector position and uses bolt-carrier movement to help reset the trigger after each shot, so the trigger returns forward more positively for the next deliberate trigger function. The firearm still fires one round per separate, complete function of the trigger. It is not a machine gun part and does not produce automatic fire.

Is a Super Safety legal?

The legal status of reset-assist and forced-reset devices has changed over time and has been subject to ATF interpretation and litigation, and some states prohibit them. There is no simple universal answer. You must verify the current federal guidance from the ATF and your specific state and local laws before purchasing or installing one. It is your responsibility to confirm legality in your jurisdiction before acting.

Does a Super Safety make a gun automatic?

No. With a Super Safety installed, the firearm fires one round for each separate, complete function of the trigger by the shooter — it does not fire continuously while the trigger is held. The device assists trigger reset using bolt-carrier energy; it does not convert a firearm to automatic fire and is not a machine gun component. Each shot requires a distinct, deliberate trigger function.

Do you need a full-auto bolt carrier for a Super Safety?

Installation requirements, including bolt carrier compatibility, vary by product and platform, and a full-mass (commonly called full-auto profile) carrier is often specified for proper function — such a carrier is a legal semi-auto component defined only by its shape and mass. Always follow the manufacturer’s specific installation instructions and compatibility requirements, and confirm the device is legal in your jurisdiction before installing.

Should I verify the law before buying?

Absolutely. Because the legal status of these devices has changed and remains subject to federal interpretation, litigation, and varying state laws, verifying current federal guidance from the ATF and your state and local laws is essential before purchasing or installing one. Some states prohibit them entirely. Never proceed without confirming the current law in your jurisdiction — compliance is your responsibility.