A crisp, clean trigger minimizes the negative influence a shooter can have on accuracy. Traditionally, in most factory rifles, manufacturers set trigger pull weights excessively high due to safety concerns. When a trigger pull weight is too light, it increases the risk of accidental discharge if the gun is jarred or dropped. When a trigger pull weight is too heavy, it is difficult to place an accurate shot, especially at longer distances. The Savage AccuTrigger is different. It’s the first factory trigger design to have minimal sear engagement to safely allow a light, crisp trigger break. This lighter trigger pull weight can be accomplished by the addition of the AccuRelease blade to the trigger design.  The AccuRelease blade adds a level of safety by blocking the movement of the sear and not allowing the firing pin to move if the rifle is accidentally jarred or dropped, assuming the rifle has been properly serviced and maintained. Additionally, the AccuTrigger lets the shooter easily adjust the pull weight to suit their personal preferences without sacrificing safety or paying a gunsmith. Follow these steps to learn how to adjust the AccuTrigger on a Savage Axis II.

Models

• Axis II models

WARNING! Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Make sure your firearm is completely unloaded and ensure that your workspace is void of ammunition at all times. The safety should be set to the Full Safe position.

How to Adjust the AccuTrigger on Axis II

1. Place the safety selector into the full safe position. 
2. Remove the magazine and open the bolt.
3. With the firearm upside down use a 5/32” hex wrench to remove the two action screws.
4. Detach the stock from the barreled action.
5. Insert the slotted end of the AccuTrigger tool into the trigger return spring and rotate until you feel the slot engage the end of the spring.
6. To adjust the trigger weight higher, rotate the tool clockwise. You will feel a click when it is set to the maximum.
7. To adjust the trigger weight lower, rotate the tool counterclockwise. Stop when you feel the tension increase. The weight is now set to its minimum.
8. To check the trigger weight setting, close the bolt. Place the safety selector into the fire position and dry fire the firearm.
9. Open the bolt and place the safety in the full safe position.
10. Place the action into the stock, being sure to seat the recoil lug properly. 
11. Tighten both action screws to 38-40 in-lbs in synthetic stocks and 65 in-lbs in chassis systems.
12. Cycle the bolt several times to be sure that it functions properly.
13. Verify that all positions of the safety function properly. When the safety is in the full safe position, the trigger should have no movement when pressed.
14. Reinstall the magazine.

Safe firearm ownership is your responsibility. When something does not sound, feel, or look right, seek the advice of a professional gunsmith immediately.

If you have any questions about AccuTrigger adjustment, please refer to your owner’s manual and call our customer service team at 1-800-370-0708 (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm ET)