• Early Savage 110 Trigger Adjustment

    This information only applies to Savage Model 110's made between 1958 and 1965.
    I have a 1960 vintage 110 with the same trigger mechanism you are speaking of. I also have several post '66 vintage 110's that have the "new" trigger. After using both---my personal preference is the "old" trigger.
    I used to spend lots of time hunting running Jackrabbits with my '60 vintage 110---about 5K 25-06 rounds worth----with the trigger pull adjusted to a smooth, creepfree 2+- lbs. Never had a problem with the poundage varying---however---I usually cranked it up to 3+- lbs for deer season (cold fingers ya know!).

    The photos below are of trigger/sear parts from my '60 Savage 110----they are pretty much self explanatory. Just make sure that---when "smoothing" engagement surfaces you keep all planes straight---not rounded. I used Hard Arkansas stones---but a popsicle stick and fine (1000-1500 grit) wet-dry paper will do a nice job also---just keep the paper close against the stick, and the strokes straight. If you have further questions---please PM me. Hope this helps.

    Information and photo's provided by Craig Jeffs



    Exploded view of trigger/sear parts


    Closeup of trigger showing sear adjustment screw and sear engagement surface


    Closeup of trigger and sear relationships


    Poorly focused closeup of sear engagement surface


    Closeup of top of trigger/rear---where the safety button engages


    DISCLAIMER:
    The information contained in this article and the attached video are for educational purposes only. Should you choose to use this information to alter or modify your firearm you do so of your own accord. In doing so you accept full responsibility for any adverse affects, damages, injuries and/or death that may occur as a result.


    Comments 2 Comments
    1. shucheus's Avatar
      shucheus -
      Thanks for this post my son gun is this same trigger mech. can it be changed out to anything differant? the adj screw if under stand correct can be adj and not have to file sear engaugement. let me Dan
    1. bigballin's Avatar
      bigballin -
      Agreed...anyone have any information on the proper way to adjust the trigger screws? I read on here before one fella that was able to adjust to a perfect three pounds just adjusting the screws.