110 trigger group

[backwoods blacksmith]

I have a pre 1966 110 that I used as a basis for a varmint rifle. In the process of trying to improve the trigger pull I have messed up the bolt release sear trip.
Does anyone know if the post 1966 adjustable group will replace the previous one? I could tig the part and rework it, but would prefer to have an adjustable trigger.
Thank you

[mnbogboy2]

It's been many years but I did replace all of the trigger parts including sear and safety parts with a post 66 set and then installed a timney.
The biggest hurdle is making the bolt release lever clearance on the side of the action. Don't try to bend it.....it may break...
It's best to machine it using a post 66 reciever for the dims.
Trouble is finding all the parts you need. I had several actions to scavenge from. But using another action might be easier than what you propose, unless you have all the parts.

[backwoods blacksmith]

changing actions is not an option. The bolt spacing will not match post 66. But I do have access to post trigger group. The pre 66 trigger group is terrible and there is no fix for it. Replacement is the only option. If it can be done. Savage will not verify. I saw the difference in the bolt release lever and I will be sure to machine it to fit.
Thank you.

[J.Baker]

The trigger group on the 1966 and earlier 110's was shorter in overall height, so if you try to replace it with one from a newer gun or an aftermarket trigger you will need to replace the stock as well as the trigger shoe will be about 1/4" or so too long and will bottom out on your trigger guard before the action seats into the stock.

[backwoods blacksmith]

Thank you for the information. Replacing the stock is not an option. Have done that already. I will have to work with what I have. I can make a new trigger guard if necessary. That being said. Does anyone have a post 1966 trigger for sale? Either non or accu trigger.

[sharpshooter]

The trigger, trigger bracket and sear from current production will work, the hard to find part is the safety.

[J.Baker]

Thank you for the information. Replacing the stock is not an option. Have done that already. I will have to work with what I have. I can make a new trigger guard if necessary. That being said. Does anyone have a post 1966 trigger for sale? Either non or accu trigger.

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