08 November 2002, 14:13
hillbillybearNEW SAVAGE TRIGGERS
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.comFOR 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.comFOR 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.comFOR 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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08 November 2002, 14:34
<JBelk> 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.
12 November 2002, 08:47
Russell E. TaylorTom, I'm glad Ron is still there. I met him in 1997. He liked the trigger job on my .22-250 AI (112 BVSS). He was amazed it was so light but that he couldn't get the trigger to fire, with the safety on, even though he damn near beat the shit out of my rifle trying to make that happen. Getting THAT kind of compliment from THAT man... well, I was pleased as all get out.
Bummer on the new triggers, though.
I love Savages, always have, always will. I just don't need anymore right at the moment -- I've pretty much got every shooting niche filled these days, if you know what I mean.
And yes, I think it's great how Savage has turned things around in their favor. I feel that's directly due to their leadership in recent years.
Take care.
Russ