Savage 111 question(s)

[74superlead]

I am confused.... Several years ago I purchased a Savage 111 7mm Rem mag. After completing serial number search I determined that it was manufactured in 1990. Needless to say - no accutrigger.

The barrel is clearly marked 111, however it has a synthetic stock. All information I have seen states that the 111 has a wood stock, leading me to believe that the stock was changed prior to my purchasing. Would this be an accurate assumption?

I downloaded a manual, but it really pertains to the newer accutrigger models. Is the an older manual that is specific for my year model?

Also - can the trigger pull be adjusted for these older models.

Thank you all for your expertise,
John

[hawkeyesatx823]

I am confused.... Several years ago I purchased a Savage 111 7mm Rem mag. After completing serial number search I determined that it was manufactured in 1990. Needless to say - no accutrigger.

The barrel is clearly marked 111, however it has a synthetic stock. All information I have seen states that the 111 has a wood stock, leading me to believe that the stock was changed prior to my purchasing. Would this be an accurate assumption?

I downloaded a manual, but it really pertains to the newer accutrigger models. Is the an older manual that is specific for my year model?

Also - can the trigger pull be adjusted for these older models.

Thank you all for your expertise,
John

Hello and welcome to the forum.

I have a newer Savage 111 in .270 Win, with the accutrigger. Mine has the synthetic stock.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210814/ed86f6cd5af835759a882bed3f0f51ee.jpg
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I had an older Savage 110G that was in 7mm Rem Mag, and you can absolutely change the trigger pull.
Here is a diagram for you to adjust the trigger pull.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210814/c63596e58e036b7a9c1feaeeac5c271f.jpg
You will have to pull the barreled action out of the stock, and turn the #2 screw to adjust pull.
The #5 screw adjusts travel of the trigger.
Turning of the #2 screw a quarter to a half a turn adjusts the trigger to around 3 - 4 lbs. If I remember correctly, you have to turn the screws counterclockwise. But you’ll have to kinda play with it yourself to get what you feel is your correct trigger pull.


Hawk

[wbm]

The #5 screw adjusts travel of the trigger.

Corrections

#5 Adjusts trigger pull weight.
#2 Screw adjusts sear engagement

Many Savages do not have a #2 Screw aka (Three Screw Trigger)

[hawkeyesatx823]

Corrections

#5 Adjusts trigger pull weight.
#2 Screw adjusts sear engagement

Many Savages do not have a #2 Screw aka (Three Screw Trigger)

+1

I stand corrected.

Hawk


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[wbm]

Have you shot your 270 much? I just got 2lbs of IMR-4350 at a local shop and no longer have a 270. Wouldn't ya know it!

[Dave Hoback]

My first Savage was a 111 in 30-06. That was in 1996 when I turned 18. It also had a synthetic stock. Was one of the “package” rifles with the Simmons 3-9x40 scope. Not sure where you got that 111’s were only wood stocks, but not the case.

[74superlead]

Great information. Thank you for taking the time to respond.

[hawkeyesatx823]

Have you shot your 270 much? I just got 2lbs of IMR-4350 at a local shop and no longer have a 270. Wouldn't ya know it!

No, But I have my ‘06 that likes 4350.


Hawk

[Dave Hoback]

Corrections

#5 Adjusts trigger pull weight.
#2 Screw adjusts sear engagement

Many Savages do not have a #2 Screw aka (Three Screw Trigger)


WBM has it correct. Be careful with the #2. The screw is actually pushing against the bottom edge of the sear, which is DECREASING the amount of travel.(engagement) I recommend researching trigger systems thoroughly before adjusting & firing. Incorrect adjustment of the Sear engagement screw can lead to trigger actuation on closing the bolt with authority, bumping the rifle...even on closing the bolt lightly.
It’s wise to truly understand what’s going on before playing around with.

[GaCop]

I have a Model 111 I bought used in early 2020 and it was originally 270 and in a synthetic stock.