Help with trigger on an 1887 ShotGun

[Sedalia Dave]

The back of the trigger on my 1887 has a sharp hook. This hook keeps catching the leather wrap I have to keep the pivot point between the trigger guard and lever from pinching my hand. I cannot see the purpose of the hook.

Does anyone know why it is there?

I want to round off the sharp corner but want to be sure it will not cause an issue with the function of the gun.

 

[The Original Lumpy Gritz]

Go to item #4.

http://coyotecap.com/gunsmithingsimplified.htm

 

I do not run the strap in the TG on any of our '87s.

OLG