The first thing I do when I buy or obtain a savage rifle either new or used, for myself or someone else, and whether it's a rimfire, centerfire, 110 series, Axis or otherwise is clip the spring. On the Centerfire Accutrigger models I will sometimes replace the spring with a target accutrigger spring, but clipping a coil or two gives the almost exact same results. I'm sure the Apachee Trigger is better, but clipping the spring can make a HUGE difference. Just lighten up the adjustment as low as it will go and clip the spring about 1 full coil to start with, and then 1/4 to 1/2 coils at a time until desired results are reached. I usually get there with 1.5 to 2 coils snipped off. THe good thing is if you take a little too far, just stretch the spring a little and tighten up the adjustment screw and you will increase the weight back to wherever you need it to be.