Trigger pull

AR-tim · 10-22-2002, 11:16 PM

I have a Savage 110 Tactical (heavy barreled .308). I have heard about adjusting the trigger pull on Savages. How do you do this, and how hard is it? Or is there just another trigger assembly that I could buy, maybe a 2 stage????? What kind of accuracy should I expect with this gun with surplus ammo, and commercial ammo?? Thanks.....

Tony @ WCG · 10-23-2002, 09:12 AM

The pressure adjustment is an easy fix. The spring used for pressure is a leaf type wire spring and the adjustment screw is located at the rear of the trigger houseing. Back off this screw and you will notice the wire spring will be lowered thus reducing trigger pressure. Do not bottom out this spring on the housing, keep the screw above the housing by 1 full turn. Use a pull gauge to check the pull weight but you should end up at around 3-3/12 pounds. As far as the sear adjustment, I would recommend this left to a Gunsmith. If you do adjust the sear, make sure it will pass the "bump" test and you will also have to readjust the safety too as these are connected. The best aftermarket trigger is probably the Sharp Shooter.

AR-tim · 10-23-2002, 07:18 PM

Thats about all I need to know. Thanks

Jesse · 10-23-2002, 10:25 PM

Thanks Tony, good to hear from you...

AR-TIM, here is a link concerning 3 Savage rifles in the 110 series:

http://snipercountry.com/savage.htm

AR-tim · 10-23-2002, 10:47 PM

Hey Jesse, thanks for the link. The more info, the better.

B.C. Dandy · 06-26-2004, 12:09 AM

Tony;

Any tips or info for trigger improvement on the old Savage 99?
Thanks
B.C. Dandy

savparts · 06-26-2004, 02:47 AM

Adjustment of the Savage 110 Series Trigger

Before we begin, you should understand that the Savage Factory Trigger in 110 series rifles is a simple yet effective trigger capable of holding a setting to about three
pounds. It has adjustments for lightness of pull, trigger creep, over travel and safety engagement. The Savage trigger should not be stoned, or filed down at the sear
in order to reduce the pull weight. Lubricating the sear with a dry moly powder and dry firing the rifle 40-50 times will smooth out (break-in) the sear and provide
smoother function. Savage rifles can be dry-fired without any adverse effect on the rifles.
Those desiring a lighter trigger than three pounds should consider a good after market trigger like the Sharp Shooter’s Supply or Rifle-Basix triggers. Adjustment of
triggers should only be performed by mechanically inclined individuals who have a good understanding of mechanics and more than your average dose of common
sense. It is important to keep in mind that setting a trigger too lightly can and most often does result in accidental discharges and slam fires (round discharged from
closing the bolt on a live round) as well as safety induced discharges from improper trigger adjustments. Use caution in following these directions and never use live
ammunition to test the function of any rifle’s safely mechanism. I was lucky enough to attend the Savage Law Enforcement Armorer’s School and think these
directions are easy enough to follow safely. Use Lock-Tite thread locker in order to secure any adjustments made to your rifles trigger mechanism. Anyone who has
any reservations about making these adjustments should seek the assistance of a qualified gunsmith. The small amount of money you’ll pay a quality gunsmith for this
service is well worth the peace of mind in that you’ll have a safe rifle.

This is a small diagram of the Savage model 110 Series (which includes 10/12 type short action rifles and 110/112 long action rifles) trigger group.

Steps to follow:
1) Remove the rifle from the stock by removing the action screws in front of and behind the trigger guard.
2) Minor adjustments to weight of trigger pull can be made by adjusting the tension on the trigger spring with Screw #5. Remember to keep some pressure on this
spring in order to insure proper function. Setting the spring to lightly can prevent proper trigger recovery/re-engagement. Make sure the spring rests in one of the
opposing notches in the screw head to secure the adjustment.
3) Screw #1 is to adjust the smooth travel of the safety lever. The safety lever should have no up/down (play) movement. It is also important to understand that this
adjustment is usually not often necessary, but require the trigger be removed from the action in order to access the top of the screw.
4) Screw #2 should be loosened with the bolt cocked. Turn to loosen until the sear releases. To re-set the sear engagement, you must turn the screw back in a
minimum of 1/2 turn. The minimum safe sear engagement is .015”. Once this is achieved, re-cock the action and adjust the safety screw.
5) Adjustment of the safety screw should be done with the safety “ON”. Adjust the safety screw to slightly touch the safety bar but not interfere with it’s operation.
The rifle’s safety should be tested wile unloaded and while aggressively cocking the bolt handle and also bumping the rifle butt on the floor to attempt to make
the rifle dry fire. Perform this with the safety on and off. If the rifle does not pass this test, re-check your safety adjustment and sear engagement settings.
6) To set the trigger for overtravel, turn screw #4 with the bolt un-cocked.

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SET THE SAVAGE FACTORY TRIGGER BELOW THREE POUNDS. SLAM FIRES AND OTHER TYPES OF ACCIDENTAL
DISCHARGES ARE PROBABLE IF THIS GENERAL RULE IS IGNORED.

7) Use lock-tite to set all of the screws adjusted in your project. Use dry lube (moly-powder) on the sear for lubrication and dry fire the rifle to break in the setting
and get used to the new lighter pull weight. Never point a rifle towards anyone. treat all weapons as if they are loaded.

savparts · 06-26-2004, 02:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B.C. Dandy

Tony;

Any tips or info for trigger improvement on the old Savage 99?
Thanks
B.C. Dandy

This best left to a SAVAGE Gunsmith, you can get yourself into a lot of trouble if your not careful

10-23-2002, 07:18 PM	#3
AR-tim Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: WI Posts: 307	Thats about all I need to know. Thanks __________________ "Unfortunately, the Army has revealed no plans to develop an air-droppable, laser-guided, self-chilling keg of beer!" From "Airborne" by Tom Clancy

06-26-2004, 02:47 AM	#7
savparts Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Florida Posts: 91	Adjustment of the Savage 110 Series Trigger Before we begin, you should understand that the Savage Factory Trigger in 110 series rifles is a simple yet effective trigger capable of holding a setting to about three pounds. It has adjustments for lightness of pull, trigger creep, over travel and safety engagement. The Savage trigger should not be stoned, or filed down at the sear in order to reduce the pull weight. Lubricating the sear with a dry moly powder and dry firing the rifle 40-50 times will smooth out (break-in) the sear and provide smoother function. Savage rifles can be dry-fired without any adverse effect on the rifles. Those desiring a lighter trigger than three pounds should consider a good after market trigger like the Sharp Shooter’s Supply or Rifle-Basix triggers. Adjustment of triggers should only be performed by mechanically inclined individuals who have a good understanding of mechanics and more than your average dose of common sense. It is important to keep in mind that setting a trigger too lightly can and most often does result in accidental discharges and slam fires (round discharged from closing the bolt on a live round) as well as safety induced discharges from improper trigger adjustments. Use caution in following these directions and never use live ammunition to test the function of any rifle’s safely mechanism. I was lucky enough to attend the Savage Law Enforcement Armorer’s School and think these directions are easy enough to follow safely. Use Lock-Tite thread locker in order to secure any adjustments made to your rifles trigger mechanism. Anyone who has any reservations about making these adjustments should seek the assistance of a qualified gunsmith. The small amount of money you’ll pay a quality gunsmith for this service is well worth the peace of mind in that you’ll have a safe rifle. This is a small diagram of the Savage model 110 Series (which includes 10/12 type short action rifles and 110/112 long action rifles) trigger group. Steps to follow: 1) Remove the rifle from the stock by removing the action screws in front of and behind the trigger guard. 2) Minor adjustments to weight of trigger pull can be made by adjusting the tension on the trigger spring with Screw #5. Remember to keep some pressure on this spring in order to insure proper function. Setting the spring to lightly can prevent proper trigger recovery/re-engagement. Make sure the spring rests in one of the opposing notches in the screw head to secure the adjustment. 3) Screw #1 is to adjust the smooth travel of the safety lever. The safety lever should have no up/down (play) movement. It is also important to understand that this adjustment is usually not often necessary, but require the trigger be removed from the action in order to access the top of the screw. 4) Screw #2 should be loosened with the bolt cocked. Turn to loosen until the sear releases. To re-set the sear engagement, you must turn the screw back in a minimum of 1/2 turn. The minimum safe sear engagement is .015”. Once this is achieved, re-cock the action and adjust the safety screw. 5) Adjustment of the safety screw should be done with the safety “ON”. Adjust the safety screw to slightly touch the safety bar but not interfere with it’s operation. The rifle’s safety should be tested wile unloaded and while aggressively cocking the bolt handle and also bumping the rifle butt on the floor to attempt to make the rifle dry fire. Perform this with the safety on and off. If the rifle does not pass this test, re-check your safety adjustment and sear engagement settings. 6) To set the trigger for overtravel, turn screw #4 with the bolt un-cocked. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SET THE SAVAGE FACTORY TRIGGER BELOW THREE POUNDS. SLAM FIRES AND OTHER TYPES OF ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGES ARE PROBABLE IF THIS GENERAL RULE IS IGNORED. 7) Use lock-tite to set all of the screws adjusted in your project. Use dry lube (moly-powder) on the sear for lubrication and dry fire the rifle to break in the setting and get used to the new lighter pull weight. Never point a rifle towards anyone. treat all weapons as if they are loaded. __________________ [For those who have fought for it, Freedom has a meaning the protected will never know]

10-22-2002, 11:16 PM	#1
AR-tim Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: WI Posts: 307	Trigger pull I have a Savage 110 Tactical (heavy barreled .308). I have heard about adjusting the trigger pull on Savages. How do you do this, and how hard is it? Or is there just another trigger assembly that I could buy, maybe a 2 stage????? What kind of accuracy should I expect with this gun with surplus ammo, and commercial ammo?? Thanks.....

10-23-2002, 09:12 AM	#2
Tony @ WCG Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Ohio Posts: 56	The pressure adjustment is an easy fix. The spring used for pressure is a leaf type wire spring and the adjustment screw is located at the rear of the trigger houseing. Back off this screw and you will notice the wire spring will be lowered thus reducing trigger pressure. Do not bottom out this spring on the housing, keep the screw above the housing by 1 full turn. Use a pull gauge to check the pull weight but you should end up at around 3-3/12 pounds. As far as the sear adjustment, I would recommend this left to a Gunsmith. If you do adjust the sear, make sure it will pass the "bump" test and you will also have to readjust the safety too as these are connected. The best aftermarket trigger is probably the Sharp Shooter. __________________ former professional rifle gunsmith

10-23-2002, 10:25 PM	#4
Jesse Administrator Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,945 Images: 2	Thanks Tony, good to hear from you... AR-TIM, here is a link concerning 3 Savage rifles in the 110 series: http://snipercountry.com/savage.htm __________________ Jesse www.gunandgame.com

10-23-2002, 10:47 PM	#5
AR-tim Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: WI Posts: 307	Hey Jesse, thanks for the link. The more info, the better. __________________ "Unfortunately, the Army has revealed no plans to develop an air-droppable, laser-guided, self-chilling keg of beer!" From "Airborne" by Tom Clancy

06-26-2004, 12:09 AM	#6
B.C. Dandy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 2	Tony; Any tips or info for trigger improvement on the old Savage 99? Thanks B.C. Dandy