Hi Folks,
I just came across this on the Savage website. It should be an interesting innovation.

Good Shooting,
HBB

�THE DEFINITION OF ACCURACY�
SAVAGE ARMS SALES & MARKETING
118 Mountain Road
Suffield, CT 06078
Telephone: 800-235-1821
Fax: 860-668-2168
Web Site: www.savagearms.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AccuTrigger� Pull Adjustment
The AccuTrigger� pull is completely adjustable from a minimum of 1 1/2 lbs. to a maximum of 6 lbs.
and can be adjusted by the owner to suit his or her individual preference. To adjust the trigger pull, simply
remove the stock and turn the trigger return spring (A) with the special tool (B) as shown in figures 1 and
2. Insert the tool into the bottom of the trigger return spring as shown, to engage the spring-tail with the
slot on the tool. To adjust towards the higher range of pull, turn the tool clockwise. The maximum trigger
pull is at the point where the spring �clicks� when rotated (see figure 1). To adjust for a lower pull, turn the
tool counter-clockwise. The minimum pull is at the point when the large coil contacts the top surface of the
trigger and you detect resistance (see figure 2). The spring should not be forced beyond these limits.
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2
MAXIMUM TRIGGER PULL MINIMUM TRIGGER PULL
A
B
A
B
�THE DEFINITION OF ACCURACY�
SAVAGE ARMS SALES & MARKETING
118 Mountain Road
Suffield, CT 06078
Telephone: 800-235-1821
Fax: 860-668-2168
Web Site: www.savagearms.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AccuRelease�
The AccuTrigger� cannot accidentally discharge from being jarred or dropped even when the trigger pull
is set at its lowest setting of 1 1/2 lbs. The AccuTrigger� is designed with an integrated AccuRelease�
(see figure 3). The AccuRelease� must be completely depressed or the rifle cannot fire because the travel
of the sear (see figure 4) is blocked (see figure 5).
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5
TRIGGER
SEAR
AccuRelease�
SEAR
AccuRelease�
SEAR
AccuRelease�
�THE DEFINITION OF ACCURACY�
SAVAGE ARMS SALES & MARKETING
118 Mountain Road
Suffield, CT 06078
Telephone: 800-235-1821
Fax: 860-668-2168
Web Site: www.savagearms.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Savage Arms AccuTrigger�
Introducing the new Savage AccuTrigger�.... A revolutionary design that will forever change the way
shooters expect triggers to function.
Savage is constantly searching for new products or innovations that provide a true benefit to shooters. The
trigger is one significant area that captured Savage�s attention. Most triggers found in firearms produced
today have a very heavy pull. The reason is quite simple...liability. Manufacturers cannot afford to ship
firearms with triggers that could accidentally discharge; therefore, they design their firearms with heavy
trigger pulls.
Almost all triggers can be adjusted to some degree. Some triggers have a screw that can be adjusted in
order to reduce spring pressure on the sear mechanism, while others require a gunsmith to polish the mating
components to reduce sear engagement. Adjustments to a factory trigger can create an unsafe condition
and will usually void the factory warranty.
Savage is a unique company. Its managers, including the owner, are shooters and hunters. They listen to
other shooters to understand what they want (and don�t want) in a firearm. Most shooters are frustrated
with a legal system that mandates the design of heavy triggers. They don�t feel they should be required to
buy a firearm and then pay a gunsmith to have the trigger adjusted.
Savage challenged its engineering team to design a completely new trigger system that would give shooters
what they desired. The parameters of this new trigger system, as outlined below, were formidable:
* Infinitely adjustable
* Trigger pull between 1 1/2 lbs. and 6 lbs.
* Capable of being adjusted by the owner
* Completely safe � no danger of accidental discharge even at the lowest setting
* Crisp release with no creep
It took several years, but Savage�s new AccuTrigger� meets every objective.
continued
The AccuTrigger� can be adjusted from a minimum of 1 1/2 lbs. to a maximum of 6 lbs. The shooter is
able to set the trigger pull to suit his or her individual preference. There should be no need to take the rifle
to a gunsmith to have the trigger adjusted.
To adjust the trigger, you simply remove the stock and rotate the trigger return spring with the tool that is
supplied with the rifle. The AccuTrigger� has a single adjustment location and is designed so it cannot
be adjusted below 1 1/2 lbs.
The AccuTrigger� is completely safe and cannot accidentally discharge from being jarred or dropped
when adjusted as intended. The trigger is designed with an integrated AccuRelease� that must be completely
depressed or the rifle cannot fire. When the AccuRelease� is intentionally depressed while pulling
the trigger, the rifle will discharge because the sear is no longer blocked. You�ll find the AccuTrigger�
is extremely crisp and exhibits negligible creep.
Savage used sophisticated software to compare objective measurements of their new AccuTrigger� with
competitors� triggers. These comparisons confirmed there is a graphic and repeatable difference between
the AccuTrigger� and all other triggers tested. This objective method of testing demonstrated the new
Savage system has a lighter trigger pull than all the other major brands. In fact, the AccuTrigger� was
lighter than a top-of-the-line imported brand and a custom aftermarket trigger. Testing also revealed the
AccuTrigger� was much smoother, crisper, broke cleaner and demonstrated less creep than any other
factory-built trigger tested.
An additional advantage shooters will find on rifles with the new system is a newly designed teardrop safety
that provides better acquisition of the safety button. This new safety also operates smoother and quieter.
The new AccuTrigger� will be available on all Varmint, LE and heavy barrel long range rifles beginning
in January, 2003.
See and use the future of the industry � the Savage trigger system that makes all others obsolete.
# # #
Contact: Brian Herrick, Vice President of Marketing & Sales
Savage Arms, Inc.
Carl Hildebrandt, Technical Data
Savage Arms, Inc.
413-568-7001
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FINALLY!!!!!!

This has been state of the art in handguns for OVER a HUNDRED years!!

The part about heavy triggers caused by lawyers is bullshit. When was the last bad trigger you felt on an S&W, Colt, Ruger, or Don Wesson revolver?? They,re safer than a creepy, 8 1/2 lb Remington 700.

I've ask for prints. From the picture I can see how it works....it's an old design with a twist. I just hope it's made well enough to work well.

Congratulations to Savage. This is a LONG time coming.

SURE! Now that I worked my OLD Savage trigger and got it working decent NOW they come out with another that is adjustable.. Oh well! Thats probably what they were waiting for.. Sorry I took so long guys.

Can they be installed on Savages built in the last 10 years or so?

Ironic that Savage the "economy model" (and best quality, albeit simple design, IMO) of the gun industry responds to consumer wishes and makes a better trigger. Why can't can't the rest of them listen to consumers and make better products?

It was said on HA this morning by one who's seen one of these and has talked to the folks selling it that this new AccuTrigger is NOT retro-fittable to existing guns.

Good question Todd. I've been working towards that end for a decade.

Guys,

I wanted to respond earlier this morning on the new Savage trigger but had troubles logging on. I guess Saeed got the problem fixed as I tried it again and made it this time.

I was in Montana back in the summer on a prairie dog shoot and Savage brought along some of its rifles with the new trigger for us to try. It works wonderfully. That's the good news. The bad news is that it can't be fitted to guns that weren't made for it, according to Savage.

In answer to one of the posts, one of the reasons that Savage listens is that on the Montana shoot, the company President/COO and Vice President for Sales and Marketing were right there in the field with us. They were shooting, but they were also listening.

Tom

I just picked up a Savage 10FP a few months ago. Since this new trigger isn't retrofittable, what is the nest aftermarket replacement?

-M

Z,

There are three current options: Sharp Shooters Supply, Rifle Basix and Timney. Jewell is said to be coming out with a benchrest version in the next couple of months.

SSS and Rifle basix are the best ones, but make sure you get the model that is correct for your needs. Rifle Basix has a hunting and a 12 oz model. They are about $85. Savage uses the SSS on their current high end models. Do a google for contact info. HTH, Dutch.

Thanks Dutch.

I think I'll look for one that's adjustable from maybe 1-4 pounds or so. I have one rifle with a very light trigger pull and I don't care for it.