Congratulations on the purchase of your new firearm.
You are now part of the Savage Sports Corporation
family of quality firearms and archery equipment/
accessories, which includes Savage Arms, Inc.,
Savage Arms (Canada), Stevens, Fox, and BowTech
Archery. With reasonable care, your firearm should
deliver years of reliable service and perform to our
“definition of accuracy”.
THIS MANUAL IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT. IF IT IS
EVER LOST OR MISPLACED, CONTACT SAVAGE
ARMS FOR A NEW ONE AT NO CHARGE.
THE SAVAGE EDGE IS UNIQUE UNTO ITSELF AND
INCORPORATES FEATURES THAT YOU MAY NOT
BE FAMILIAR WITH. PLEASE BE SURE TO READ
THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY TO
UNDERSTAND HOW THIS MODEL DIFFERS FROM
OTHER SAVAGE MODELS.
The safety warnings and instructions in this manual are
very important. By understanding the dangers involved
in the use of any firearm and by taking the necessary
precautions, you can use your Savage firearm in
complete safety. However, failure to read, understand,
and obey any of the warnings may result in serious
injury or death to you or others, as well as severe
damage to the firearm or other property.
This manual should always accompany your firearm
and be transferred with it upon change of ownership.
This is your responsibility and may protect you from
future liability.
THE SAVAGE EDGE HAS A TWO POSITION SAFETY
– SAFETY ON AND SAFETY OFF. ALTHOUGH THE
SAFETY BUTTON AND POSITION MAY LOOK
SIMILAR TO SOME OTHER SAVAGE ARMS AND
STEVENS CENTERFIRE RIFLES, THERE IS NO
INTERMEDIATE ‘MID SAFE’POSITION.
For your convenience, this INSTRUCTION MANUAL
has been divided into 8 sections:
SECTION 1: Safety First – It’s Your Responsibility!
SECTION 2:
SECTION 3: Basic Functions
SECTION 4: Parts List and Diagram
SECTION 5: Ammunition Bullet Weights / Magazine
SECTION 6: Rings And Bases For Mounting A Scope
SECTION 7: Maintenance
SECTION 8: Statement Of Limited Warranty
Although considerable time and effort were put into
assuring the accuracy of the information contained
herein, human errors do occur. If an error is found,
please let us know. As a ‘customer driven’ company,
we appreciate and encourage feedback.
Two Position Safety
• Installing and Removing the
Bolt Assembly
• Cocking Indicator
• Removing/Installing the Stock
• Loading and Unloading
• Firing
Capacities
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SECTION 1
SAFETY FIRST – IT’S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY!
Above all – remember that a firearm is a mechanical
device. It can not think, it can not act on its own –
it only does what YOU MAKE IT DO. Amechanical
device has no way to know if your actions are safe or if
they will result in injury or death – THAT’S YOUR PART!
It only takes one careless second to result in a tragedy
that you will have to live with the rest of your life.
MAKE NO DOUBT ABOUT IT, owning and/or using
a firearm puts YOU in full control of its actions and
THEIR CONSEQUENCES!
10 COMMANDMENTS OF SHOOTING SAFETY
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEB
SITE AT: WWW.SAVAGEARMS.COM
(The following excerpts are from SAAMI bulletin #081
1MM 7/97 BP. The entire booklet can be obtained by
calling: NATIONAL SHOOTING SPORTS
FOUNDATION, 11 MILE HILL ROAD,
NEWINGTON, CT 06470; 203-426-4358)
FIREARMS SAFETY
FROM THE TIME YOU PICK UP A FIREARM, YOU
BECOME PART OFA SYSTEM OVER WHICH YOU
HAVE COMPLETE CONTROL. YOU ARE THE ONLY
PART OF THE SYSTEM THAT CAN MAKE A GUN
SAFE – OR UNSAFE.
You can help meet this responsibility by enrolling in
hunter safety or shooter safety courses, if you have not
already done so. You must constantly stress safety
DEPENDS ON YOU!
when handling firearms, especially to children and
non-shooters. Develop safe shooting habits and
remember, firearms safety is up to you. Make no
mistake about it.
ALCOHOL, DRUGS AND GUNS DON’T MIX
1. ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION
This is the most basic safety rule. If everyone handled
a firearm so carefully that the muzzle never pointed at
something they didn’t intend to shoot, there would be
virtually no firearm accidents. It’s as simple as that,
and it’s up to you
.
Never point your gun at anything you do not intend to
shoot. A safe direction means a direction in which a
bullet cannot possibly strike anyone, taking into account
possible ricochets and the fact that bullets can
penetrate walls and ceilings. Even when “dry firing” with
an unloaded gun, you should never point the gun at an
unintended target.
This is your responsibility
, and only you can control it.
2. FIREARMS SHOULD BE UNLOADED WHEN NOT
ACTUALLY IN USE
Firearms should be loaded only when you are in the
field or on the target range or shooting area, ready to
shoot. When not in use, firearms and ammunition
should be secured in a safe place, separate from each
other. It is your responsibility to prevent children and
inexperienced adults from gaining access to firearms or
ammunition. A loaded gun has no place in or near a
vehicle or building.
Whenever you handle a firearm or hand it to someone,
always open the action immediately, and visually check
the chamber, receiver and magazine to be certain they
do not contain any ammunition. Never assume a gun is
unloaded – check for yourself! While in the field, there
will be times when common sense and the basic rules
of firearms safety will require you to unload your gun for
maximum safety. When in doubt, unload your gun!
3. DON’T RELY ON YOUR GUN’S “SAFETY”
Treat every gun as though it can fire at any time,
regardless of pressure on the trigger. The “safety” on
any gun is a mechanical device, which, like any such
device, can become inoperable at the worst possible
time. The safety serves as a supplement to proper gun
handling but cannot possibly serve as a substitute for
common sense.
Never touch the trigger on a firearm until you actually
intend to shoot.
Your firearm is a precision instrument. Regardless of
the position of the safety, any bump strong enough to
actuate the firing mechanism of a gun can cause it to
fire. The only time you can be absolutely certain that
a gun cannot fire is when the action is open and it is
completely empty. You and the safe gun handling
procedures you have learned are your gun’s
primary safeties.
4. BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND
WHAT’S BEYOND IT
No one can call a bullet back. Don’t shoot unless you
know exactly what your bullet is going to strike. Be sure
that your bullet will not injure anyone or anything
beyond your target. You should keep in mind how far
a bullet will travel if it misses your intended target or
ricochets in another direction.
Be aware that even a .22 short bullet can travel over
1
/4 miles and a high velocity cartridge, such as a
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30-06, can project a bullet more than 3 miles. Shotgun
pellets can travel 500 yards, and shotgun slugs have a
range of over a half-mile.
5. USE CORRECT AMMUNITION
You must assume the serious responsibility of using
only the correct ammunition for your firearm. Read
and heed all warnings, including those that appear in
the gun’s instruction manual and on the ammunition
boxes. Using improper or incorrect ammunition can
destroy a gun and cause serious personal injury. It
only takes one cartridge of improper caliber or gauge
to wreck your gun, and only a second to check each
one as you load it. Be absolutely certain that the
ammunition you are using matches the specifications
that are contained within the gun’s instruction manual
and the manufacturer’s markings on the firearm barrel.
Hand loaded or reloaded ammunition deviating from
pressures generated by factory loads or from competent
recommendations specified in reputable hand loading
manuals can be dangerous, and can cause severe
damage to guns and serious injury to the shooter.
Ammunition that has become very wet or has been
submerged in water should be discarded in a safe
manner. Do not spray oil or solvents on ammunition
or place ammunition in excessively lubricated firearms.
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Form the habit of examining every cartridge you put in
your gun. Never use damaged, old or questionable
ammunition – the money you save is not worth the risk
of possible injury or a ruined gun.
DISCHARGING FIREARMS IN POORLY VENTILATED
AREAS, CLEANING FIREARMS OR HANDLING
AMMUNITION MAY RESULT IN EXPOSURE TO
LEAD AND OTHER SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO
CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS, REPRODUCTIVE HARM
AND OTHER SERIOUS PHYSICAL INJURY. HAVE
ADEQUATE VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES. WASH
HANDS THOROUGHLYAFTER EXPOSURE.
Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning
firearms or handling ammunition may result in exposure
to lead and other substances known to cause birth
defects, reproductive harm and other serious physical
injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash
hands thoroughly after exposure.
6. IF YOUR GUN FAILS TO FIRE WHEN THE
TRIGGER IS PULLED, HANDLE WITH CARE!
Occasionally, a loaded gun may not fire when the trigger
is pulled. If this occurs, keep the muzzle pointed in a
safe direction. Keep your face away from the breech.
Then, carefully open the action, unload the firearm and
dispose of the cartridge in a safe way.
Any time there is a cartridge in the chamber, your gun
is loaded and ready to fire - even if you’ve tried to shoot
and it did not go off. It could go off at any time, so
you must always remember
THAT MUZZLE!
RULE #1 and WATCH
7. ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION
WHEN SHOOTING
All shooters should wear protective shooting glasses
and some form of hearing protectors while shooting.
Exposure to shooting noise can damage hearing,
and adequate vision protection is essential. Wearing
eye protection when disassembling and cleaning any
gun will also help prevent the possibility of springs,
spring tensioned parts, solvents or other agents from
contacting your eyes. No target shooter, plinker or
hunter should ever be without them.
8. BE SURE THE BARREL IS CLEAR OF
OBSTRUCTIONS BEFORE SHOOTING
Before you load your firearm, open the action and
be certain that there is no cartridge in the chamber.
Then glance through the barrel to be sure it is clear
of any obstruction. Even a small bit of mud, snow,
excess lubricating oil or grease in the bore can cause
dangerously increased pressure, causing the barrel to
bulge or even burst when firing, which can cause injury
to the shooter and bystanders. Make it a habit to clean
the bore with a cleaning rod and patch to wipe away
anti-rust compounds in the gun each time immediately
before you shoot it. If the noise or recoil on firing
seems weak or doesn’t seem quite “right”, cease firing
immediately and be sure to check that no obstruction or
projectile has become lodged in the barrel.
9. DON’T ALTER OR MODIFY YOUR GUN,
AND HAVE GUNS SERVICED REGULARLY
Firearms are complicated mechanisms, which are
designed by experts to function properly in their
original condition. Any alteration or change (other
than adjusting the AccuTrigger ™) made to a firearm
after manufacture can make the gun dangerous and will
usually void any factory warranties. Do not jeopardize
your safety or the safety of others by altering the trigger,
safety or other mechanism of any firearm or allowing
unqualified person’s to repair or modify a gun.
Your gun is a mechanical device, which will not last
forever and is subject to wear. As such, it requires
periodic inspection, adjustment and service.
10. LEARN THE MECHANISM AND HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FIREARM YOU
ARE USING
Not all firearms are the same. Consequently, never
handle any firearm without first having thoroughly
familiarized yourself with the particular type of firearm
you are using, the safe gun handling rules for loading,
unloading, carrying and handling that firearm, and the
rules of safe gun handling in general. Locate the
firearm’s mechanical safety device and get familiar
with the feel and “on/off” positions.
You should always read and refer to the instruction
manual you received with your gun, or if you have
misplaced the manual, simply contact the manufacturer
for a free copy.
Having a gun in your possession is a full-time job.
You cannot guess; you cannot forget. You must know
how to use, handle, and store your firearm safely.
Do not use any firearm without having a complete
understanding of its particular characteristics and safe
use. There is no such thing as a foolproof gun.
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SECTION 2
TWO POSITION SAFETY
THE SAVAGE EDGE IS UNIQUE UNTO ITSELF
AND INCORPORATES FEATURES THAT YOU MAY
NOT BE FAMILIAR WITH. PLEASE BE SURE TO
READ THESE SECTIONS CAREFULLY TO
UNDERSTAND HOW THIS MODEL DIFFERS FROM
OTHER SAVAGE MODELS.
PRIOR TO LOADING OR OPERATING,
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF THOROUGHLY WITH
THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND THE
MAIN PARTS OF YOUR FIREARM.
YOUR GUN IS A MECHANICAL DEVICE WHICH
WILL NOT LAST FOREVER AND IS SUBJECT TO
WEAR. WHEN SOMETHING DOES NOT SOUND,
FEEL, OR LOOK RIGHT, SEEK THE ADVICE OF
A PROFESSIONAL GUNSMITH IMMEDIATELY.
NEVER TAKE A CHANCE.
FAILURE TO OBEYA SAFETY WARNING MAY
RESULT IN INJURY TO YOU OR OTHERS.
KNOW HOW TO LOCATE AND OPERATE THE
SAFETY MECHANISM.
THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE INSIDE OF THE
BARREL AND CHAMBER PRIOR TO LOADING
WITH AMMUNITION.
ALWAYS BE SURE THE FIREARM (ESPECIALLY
THE END OF THE BARREL) IS FREE AND CLEAR
OF ANY OBSTRUCTIONS THAT MAY RESTRICT
(OR SLOW DOWN) THE BULLET FROM LEAVING
THE MUZZLE AT ITS NORMAL RATE OF SPEED.
THIS INCLUDES SNOW, WATER, BRUSH, SHRUBS,
STICKS, LEAVES AND DEBRIS TO NAME A FEW.
NEVER PLACE THE END OF A BARREL OR
SUBMERGE A FIREARM UNDER WATER.
RESTRICTING, SLOWING, OR STOPPING THE
BULLET FROM LEAVING THE MUZZLE WILL
CREATE AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF PRESSURE
TO BUILD UP BEHIND IT AND MAY LEAD TO
EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FIREARM AND
PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SHOOTER AND/OR
BYSTANDERS. SAFE OPERATION IS YOUR
RESPONSIBILITY AND CAN ONLY BE
CONTROLLED BY YOU!
KNOW EXACTLY WHERE YOU ARE POINTING
THE BARREL OF A FIREARM AND WHY!
IT IS SO IMPORTANT TO STRESS THAT A FIREARM
IS NO MORE THAN AN ASSEMBLY OF MANY
DIFFERENT COMPONENTS – A MECHANICAL
DEVICE. AS SUCH, YOU
MECHANISM THAT CAN PREVENT AN ACCIDENT.
The safety on your Savage Arms Edge has 2 positions:
• FULL SAFE – Pull safety button towards shooter
•
SAFETY OFF – READY TO FIRE. Push safety button
ARE THE ONLY SAFETY
(trigger blocked – bolt can be opened).
away from shooter.
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FULL SAFE
1. The safety is in the FULL SAFE position when it
has been moved fully rearward, covering the red
“dot” (See FIGURE 1).
2. The safety should be moved into the FULL SAFE
position prior to closing the bolt when the firearm
is loaded.
3. In the FULL SAFE position, the trigger is blocked
from moving and the bolt can still be opened.
FIGURE 1
WHEN CARRYING A LOADED FIREARM, THE
SAFETY MUST ALWAYS BE IN THE FULL
SAFE POSITION.
THE ONLY TIME YOU CAN BE ABSOLUTELY
CERTAIN THAT A GUN CANNOT FIRE IS WHEN
THE ACTION IS OPEN AND IT IS COMPLETELY
EMPTY OF AMMUNITION.
SAFETY OFF – READY TO FIRE
1. The safety is in the OFF position when moved fully
forward, exposing the red “dot” (see FIGURE 2).
FIGURE 2
NEVER TRANSPORT/CARRY A LOADED FIREARM
WITH THE SAFETY OFF.
** REMEMBER - THERE IS NO MID-SAFE POSITION
IN THE SAVAGE EDGE **
SECTION 3 – BASIC FUNCTIONS
INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BOLT ASSEMBLY
BOLT ASSEMBLIES ARE SPECIFICALLY MATCHED
TO A FIREARM. USING ANY OTHER BOLT
ASSEMBLY MAY CAUSE EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO
THE FIREARM AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY TO THE
SHOOTER OR BYSTANDER.
FIREARMS ARE SHIPPED WITH THE BOLT
REMOVED AND PACKED IN A SEPARATE
COMPARTMENT WITHIN THE BOX. PLEASE BE
SURE TO LOCATE THE BOLT AND REMOVE IT
PRIOR TO THROWING THE BOX OUT. IF
MISPLACED OR LOST, THE COMPLETE FIREARM
MUST BE RETURNED TO SAVAGE TO ‘FIT’ A NEW
BOLT AT THE OWNER’S EXPENSE.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE BOLT, VERIFY THAT THE
4 DIGITS ENGRAVED BY THE EXTRACTOR MATCH
THE LAST 4 DIGITS OF THE SERIAL NUMBER ON
THE RECEIVER.
BE SURE THERE IS NO AMMUNITION IN EITHER
THE CHAMBER OR MAGAZINE.
BOLT INSTALLATION (SEE FIGURE 3)
1. Rotate the FRONT BAFFLE (1) to line-up the BOLT
UNDERCUT with the EXTRACTOR.
2. Pull the TRIGGER (2) fully rearward and hold it in
that position.
3. Press down on the top of the BOLT RELEASE (3) as
far as it will go.
WITH NO AMMUNITION IN THE FIREARM, insert
4.
the BOLT (4) into the firearm, pushing it forward.
5. Close the BOLT HANDLE (pushing downward)
and verify that the
operational as explained in SECTION 2 of this manual.
BOLT REMOVAL (see FIGURE 4)
1. With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, verify the
safety is in the FULL SAFE position (see FIGURE 1).
2. Lift the bolt handle and pull fully to the rear.
WITH NO AMMUNITION IN THE FIREARM, pull the
3.
TRIGGER (1) fully rearward and hold it in that position.
4. Press down on the top of the BOLT RELEASE (2) as
far as it will go.
5. Grasping the BOLT HANDLE, pull the bolt assembly
fully rearward until it clears the receiver. If it seems
to bind or stop, be sure that the trigger has been
pulled fully rearward first and then the BOLT
RELEASE pushed as far down as it will go.
TWO POSITION SAFETY is
FIGURE 3
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FIGURE 4
COCKING INDICATOR
SAVAGE ARMS HAS DESIGNED INTO THE
CENTERFIRE BOLT ACTION SERIES, A COCKING
INDICATOR. ITS MAIN PURPOSE IS TO VISUALLY
INDICATE WHEN THE FIREARM IS COCKED. THIS
IS NOT A LOADED CHAMBER INDICATOR NOR A
SAFETY DEVICE WHICH CAN BE RELIED ON T
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE – THAT
RESPONSIBILITY LIES SOLELY IN THE HANDS OF
THE SHOOTER!
1. Cocked – when the end of the ‘indicator’ is even with
the bolt assembly screw (see FIGURE 5).
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FIGURE 5
2. Uncocked – when the end of the ‘indicator’ is not
even (inside) with the bolt assembly screw
(see FIGURE 6).
FIGURE 6
REMOVING THE STOCK
ALWAYS REMOVE THE DETACHABLE BOX
MAGAZINE PRIOR TO REMOVING THE STOCK
(see FIGURE 7).
WITH THE DETACHABLE BOX MAGAZINE
REMOVED, BE SURE THE BOLT IS OPEN AND
THERE IS NO LIVE AMMUNITION IN THE
CHAMBER. LOOK
– THERE SHOULD BE NO DOUBT – THERE
SHOULD BE NO QUESTION – THERE MUST BE NO
AMMUNITION IN THE CHAMBER!
THE ONLY TIME YOU CAN BE ABSOLUTELY
CERTAIN THAT A GUN CANNOT FIRE IS WHEN THE
ACTION IS OPEN AND IT IS COMPLETELY EMPTY
OF AMMUNITION.
1. Push the magazine release tab on the bottom of the
stock rearward (see FIGURE 7), grasping and pulling
the magazine clear of the stock.
2. Check and recheck to be sure there is no
ammunition in the chamber.
3. Turn the firearm upside down, with the muzzle
pointed away from you.
4. Using a 5/32” Allen wrench, loosen and remove the
two action screws securing the stock (see FIGURE 8).
AND FEEL WITH YOUR FINGER
FIGURE 7
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FIGURE 8
5. Remove the trigger guard section by pulling
downward (see FIGURE 9).
FIGURE 9
6. Remove the stock.
BE SURE THE RECOIL LUG IS STILL POSITIONED
CORRECTLY IN THE STOCK (SEE FIGURE 11). IF
THE RECOIL LUG IS MISPLACED OR LOST – DO
NOT USE THE FIREARM UNTIL IT HAS BEEN
REPLACED (AVAILABLE THROUGH SAVAGE ARMS
PARTS DEPARTMENT (SEE SECTION 4).
INSTALLING THE STOCK
IT IS CRITICAL THAT THE RECOIL LUG IS
POSITIONED CORRECTLY IN THE STOCK TO
PREVENT THE ACTION FROM EXCESSIVE
REARWARD MOVEMENT DURING THE RECOIL OF
A SHOT.
1. Align the rear tab on the trigger guard with its mating
‘hole’ in the stock (see FIGURE 10).
FIGURE 10
2. Insert the tab end of the trigger guard section first
and then rotate the front section into position
(reverse of FIGURE 8).
3. Verify the RECOIL LUG is positioned correctly in the
stock channel (see FIGURE 11 and FIGURE 12).
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 12
4. Position the action above the stock so that the
recess in the receiver is perfectly aligned with the
recoil lug in the stock (see FIGURE 13).
NOTE: In FIGURE 13, the recoil lug has been
removed from the stock to clearly illustrate its correct
alignment with the receiver.
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FIGURE 13
5. Carefully place the action into the stock, aligning the
trigger with the trigger slot and the recoil lug with the
recoil lug slot in the receiver.
6. With one hand around the action/stock in the trigger
area and the other hand around the barrel/stock in
the forend region, be sure the action is bedded
solidly and does not rock. There should be no
movement either front to back or up and down.
7. Maintaining downward pressure on the receiver to be
sure the recoil lug remains engaged in the receiver
slot, install the action screws (longer screw is to the
rear and the shorter screw is to the front) into the
stock (see FIGURE 8) and turn the wrench clockwise
until the threads of the screws just engage into the
receiver. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN – the stock must
be loose at this step!
8. Repeat STEP 6 to assure the recoil lug is still
engaged correctly in the receiver slot prior to
tightening the action screws.
9. Maintaining downward pressure on the receiver,
tighten the front action screw first and then the rear
action screw securely to approximately 40 inch pounds.
KNOW YOUR GUN! IF ANYTHING ‘FEELS’ OR
SOUNDS DIFFERENT – STOP – AND HAVE A
QUALIFIED GUNSMITH TAKE A LOOK! NEVER
TAKE A CHANCE WITH SOMETHING THAT YOU ARE
UNSURE OF … ALWAYS ASK A PROFESSIONAL.
10. Cycle the bolt several times to be sure that it
functions properly. If you are unable to close the bolt
handle completely, the action screws are reversed.
AFTER REASSEMBLING THE STOCK, VERIFY THAT
THE SAFETY OPERATES CORRECTLY IN BOTH
POSITIONS AS DEFINED IN SECTION 2 – ‘TWO
POSITION SAFETY’ OF THIS MANUAL. SAFE
OWNERSHIP IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY!
LOADING
FIREARMS SHOULD BE LOADED ONLY WHEN YOU
ARE IN THE FIELD, ON THE TARGET RANGE, OR
AT A SHOOTING AREA READY TO SHOOT.
A LOADED GUN HAS NO PLACE IN OR NEAR A
VEHICLE OR BUILDING.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
USE ONLY THE CORRECT AMMUNITION THAT
IS INDICATED (STAMPED) ON THE SIDE OF
THE BARREL.
THOROUGHLY CLEAN THE INSIDE OF THE
BARREL AND CHAMBER PRIOR TO LOADING
WITH AMMUNITION.
ALWAYS BE SURE THE FIREARM (ESPECIALLY
THE BARREL) IS FREE AND CLEAR OF ANY
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DEBRIS TO NAME A FEW. NEVER PLACE THE END
OF A BARREL OR SUBMERGE A FIREARM UNDER
WATER. RESTRICTING, SLOWING, OR STOPPING
THE BULLET FROM LEAVING THE MUZZLE WILL
CREATE AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF PRESSURE
TO BUILD UP BEHIND IT AND MAY LEAD TO
EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FIREARM AND
PERSONAL INJURY TO THE SHOOTER AND/OR
BYSTANDERS. SAFE OPERATION IS YOUR
REPSONSIBILITY AND CAN ONLY BE CONTROLLED
BY YOU!
THE USE OF RELOADS, HANDLOADS, MILITARY
SURPLUS, OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL/
NONCOMMERCIAL AMMUNITION NOT
MANUFACTURED TO SAAMI (SPORTING ARMS
AND AMMUNITION MANUFACTURERS’ INSTITUTE,
INC.)/ANSI (AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS
INSTITUTE) SPECIFICATIONS WILL VOID
THE WARRANTY.
KNOW YOUR GUN! IF ANYTHING ‘FEELS’ OR
SOUNDS DIFFERENT – ST
QUALIFIED GUNSMITH TAKE A LOOK! NEVER
TAKE A CHANCE WITH SOMETHING THAT YOU ARE
UNSURE OF … ALWAYS ASK A PROFESSIONAL.
1. With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, move
the safety fully rearward to the FULL SAFE position
(see FIGURE 1).
2. Lift the bolt handle and pull fully rearward.
3. Push the magazine release tab on the bottom of the
stock rearward (see FIGURE 6), grasping and pulling
the magazine clear of the stock.
OP – AND HAVE A
FIGURE 14
4. As shown in FIGURE 14, load the correct caliber
cartridges into the detachable box magazine by
pressing downward, filling the magazine to capacity
(see SECTION 5 – AMMUNITION BULLET
WEIGHTS/MAGAZINE CAPACITIES).
5. Insert the detachable box magazine back into the
stock opening by engaging the
upward on the front until the latch is fully
pressing
engaged (see FIGURE 7).
6. Moving the bolt handle forward will push the first
cartridge from the detachable box magazine into
the chamber.
CLOSE THE BOLT SLOWLY TO BE SURE THE
CARTRIDGE IS ALIGNED WITH THE CHAMBER.
IF RESISTANCE IS FELT OR THE BOLT DOES NOT
CLOSE, PULL REARWARD ON THE BOLT HANDLE,
OPENING THE ACTION. CAREFULLY INSPECT THE
TIP OF THE BULLET AND THE CARTRIDGE CASE
TO BE SURE THAT THEY HAVE NOT BEEN DAMAGED, REINSERT IN THE MAGAZINE, AND CLOSE
THE BOLT. IF IT HAPPENS AGAIN, TRYA NEW
CARTRIDGE. IF THE PROBLEM PERSISTS, CALL
rear first and then
SAVAGE ARMS – CUSTOMER SERVICE.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
7. Push the bolt handle downward until it is firmly
seated in position.
WHEN THE BOLT IS FULLY CLOSED, A LIVE
CARTRIDGE WILL BE IN THE CHAMBER.
8. Verify the safety is still fully rearward in the FULL
SAFE position (see FIGURE 1).
TO LOAD
THE CHAMBER
1. With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, insert a
2. Depressing the cartridges in the magazine with one
3. Push the bolt handle downward until it is firmly
WHEN THE BOLT IS FULLY CLOSED, A LIVE
CARTRIDGE WILL BE IN THE CHAMBER.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
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DO NOT MOVE THE SAFETY FORWARD TO THE
SAFETY OFF – READY TO FIRE POSITION UNTIL
YOU ARE READY TO SHOOT.
THE ONLY TIME YOU CAN BE ABSOLUTELY
CERTAIN THAT A GUN CANNOT FIRE IS WHEN THE
A SINGLE CARTRIDGE INTO
cartridge into the chamber.
hand, slowly push the bolt forward allowing it to slide
over the top of the cartridges in the magazine.
seated in position.
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ACTION IS OPEN AND IT IS COMPLETELY EMPTY
OF AMMUNITION.
NEVER TOUCH THE TRIGGER ON A FIREARM
UNTIL YOU ACTUALLY INTEND TO SHOOT.
NEVER POINT YOUR GUN AT ANYTHING YOU DO
NOT INTEND TO SHOOT.
BE SURE TO WEAR ADEQUATE EYE AND HEARING
PROTECTION (CONSULT maNUFACTURER FOR
THEIR RECOMMENDATION) WHEN EVER YOU
INTEND TO SHOOT. HEARING LOSS AS WELL
AS IRREPARABLE EYE DAMAGE CAN OCCUR
UNLESS YOUR EYES AND EARS ARE
PROPERLY PROTECTED.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
1. Keep your finger off the trigger and out of the trigger
guard until you are ready to shoot.
2. Always look carefully around to be sure that no one
will cross in front of you when you are ready to shoot.
3. Place the firearm to your shoulder and move the
safety forward to the SAFETY OFF – READY TO
FIRE position and take aim.
4. Place your finger in the trigger guard and when you
are on target, squeeze the trigger slowly.
NO ONE CAN CALL A BULLET BACK.
5. Pull up and fully rearward on the bolt handle to open
the bolt and extract the fired case.
6. Moving the bolt handle forward will push the next
cartridge from the magazine into the chamber.
7. Push the bolt handle downward until it is firmly
seated in position.
8. Move the safety fully rearward to the FULL SAFE
position (see FIGURE 1).
IT IS A GOOD PRACTICE TO CHECK THE ACTION
SCREWS BEFORE AND AFTER FIRING TO VERIFY
THEY ARE SECURE. AT THE END OF EACH
SHOOTING SESSION, VERIFY THE SCREWS
ARE SECURE.
UNLOADING YOUR RIFLE
KEEP YOUR FINGERS AWAY FROM THE TRIGGER.
ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A
SAFE DIRECTION.
1. With the muzzle pointed in a safe direction, move
the safety fully rearward to the FULL SAFE position
(see FIGURE 1).
2. Lift the bolt handle and pull fully rearward, extracting
the cartridge from the chamber.
3. Push the magazine release tab on the bottom of the
stock rearward (see FIGURE 7), grasping and pulling
the magazine clear of the stock.
LOOK AND FEEL! BE SURE THE CHAMBER IS
EMPTY – DO NOT TRUST THE EXTRACTOR – DO
NOT ASSUME!
A LOADED GUN HAS NO PLACE IN OR NEAR A
VEHICLE OR BUILDING.
SECTION 4
PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAMS
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR
WEB SITE AT: WWW.SAVAGEARMS.COM
As a ‘customer driven’ company, parts may be ordered
directly from Savage Arms [413-568-7001] between the
hours of 9:00 and 4:00 (Eastern Time). There is a
minimum order and please allow 2 weeks for delivery.
Only the parts indicated may be purchased by an
individual. All other parts/subassemblies are either
‘factory fit’ or available to qualified gunsmiths only.
Please be advised that some parts may require fitting.
Savage Arms bears no responsibility for the function or
performance of any firearm that has been repaired or
modified by other than Savage Arms Service
Department. As such, Savage Arms accepts no
responsibility/liability for any direct and/or consequential
damage and/or injury resulting from the use of a firearm
repaired or modified by other than the Savage Arms
Service Department.
Description
Item #
10 Magazine
12C Bolt handle
12L Extractor
12M Extractor Spring
12N 1/8” steel ball
12O Ejector
12P Ejector spring
12Q Ejector Retaining Pin
12S Bolt assembly screw
18 Stock assembly
19A Trigger guard
19C Rear action screw
19D Front action screw
21 Recoil Lug
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SECTION 5 – AMMUNITION
AMMUNITION BULLET WEIGHTS AND
MAGAZINE CAPACITIES
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR
WEB SITE AT:
Bullet specifications and trajectories are available
directly from the ammunition manufacturer.
The following table lists the bullet weights used for
100 yard targeting evaluation at Savage Arms.
Performance may vary based on brand/type of
ammunition, individual characteristics of the firearm,
and/or shooting conditions.
USE ONLY THE CORRECT AMMUNITION THAT IS
STAMPED ON THE SIDE OF THE BARREL.
THE USE OF RELOADS, HANDLOADS, MILITARY
SURPLUS, OR ANY OTHER COMMERCIAL /
NONCOMMERCIAL AMMUNITION NOT
MANUFACTURED TO SAAMI (SPORTING ARMS AND
AMMUNITION MANUFACTURERS’ INSTITUTE, INC.)/
ANSI (AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS
INSTITUTE) SPECIFICATIONS WILL VOID
THE WARRANTY.
WWW.SAVAGEARMS.COM
Caliber Bullet Weight (Grains)
22-250 Remington Federal V Shock 40 grain Nosler Ballistic Tip
223 Remington Federal 69 grain Sierra Match King BTHP
243 Winchester Federal 70 grain Nosler Ballistic Tip
25-06 Remington Federal 100 grain Nosler Ballistic Tip
270 Winchester Federal 130 grain Nosler Ballistic Tip
30-06 Springfield Federal 168 grain Sierra Match King BTHP
308 Winchester Federal 168 grain Sierra Match King BTHP
7mm-08 Remington Winchester 140 grain Ballistic Silver Tip
Caliber Magazine Capacity
22-250 Remington 4
223 Remington 4
243 Winchester 4
25-06 Remington 4
270 Winchester 4
30-06 Springfield 4
308 Winchester 4
7mm-08 Remington 4
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SECTION 6 – SCOPE RINGS AND BASES
RINGS AND BASES FOR MOUNTING A SCOPE
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEB
SITE AT: WWW.SAVAGEARMS.COM
RINGS FOR MOUNTING A SCOPE
Bases supplied on some firearms at time of shipment*
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are ‘Weaver’ style. The following companies
manufacture
RINGS*2that may be used with this style
base or their own design.
The manufacturers listed below should be contacted for
specific part numbers and information.
WEAVER MOUNTS BURRIS
1-800-635-7656 970-356-1670
www.weaver-mounts.com www.burrisoptics.com
KWIK-SITE MILLETT
734-326-1500 800-645-5388
www.kwiksitecorp.com www.millettsights.com
B-SQUARE LEUPOLD
800-433-2909 503-526-1400
www.b-square.com www.leupold.com
LEATHERWOOD WARNE SCOPE
/HI-LUX OPTICS MOUNTS
310-257-8142 800-683-5990
www.leatherwoodoptics.com www.warnescopemounts.com
SECTION 7 – MAINTENANCE
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE:
YOUR GUN IS A MECHANICAL DEVICE WHICH WILL
NOT LAST FOREVER AND IS SUBJECT TO WEAR.
AS WITH ANY PRECISION TUNED MECHANICAL
DEVICE, PERIODIC INSPECTION/ MAINTENANCE IS
REQUIRED – AND
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY!
1. TIMEFRAMES: It is difficult to establish a time period
or number of rounds as the basis for when a firearm
should be examined, cleaned, and thoroughly
inspected. Different shooting conditions, weather
patterns, and types of ammunition, to list a few, all
play a significant role in answering the questions
‘when’ and ‘how often’. As a general rule, ‘more
often’ is much safer than ‘not enough’.
• As a start, the TWO POSITION SAFETY should
be checked prior to loading live ammunition. This
is an important step that should be done
every
time the firearm is prepared for use.
• Remove the bolt, look down the barrel to be sure
it is clear of any obstruction and that there are no
signs of damage (nicks, scratches, etc.), rust,
or pitting.
• Check the outer surface of the barrel, running
your fingers gently down its length, feeling for any
bulges or signs of damage.
• While the bolt is out, inspect the bolt head,
extractor, and ejector for signs for damage or
signs of excessive wear.
• With the stock removed, carefully inspect the
trigger assembly for damage or foreign debris
(twigs, grass, etc.).
• Carefully examine the stock and studs that secure
the carrying strap.
• Check the scope rings to be sure they have
not loosened.
• Verify the action screws are still tight.
2. WHO SHOULD DO THE CHECKING: As the owner
– or user – it is your primary responsibility to assure
the firearm is safe prior to using it. Although we
know its condition when it leaves the factory, we
have no control or insight as to what has or has not
been done once it leaves our hands.
After reading and understanding this INSTRUCTION
MANUAL – hopefully
prior to loading with live
ammunition - you should be very familiar and
capable of handling the items noted above. In depth
mechanical issues or questions as well as periodic
examinations should be referred to a qualified
gunsmith or Savage Arms Service Department.
Mechanical devices will by the nature of their design,
wear and as such may require very specific
adjustments. In the wrong hands, a ‘simple’
adjustment could result in serious damage to the
firearm or even worse, injury or death to the shooter
or bystander.
KNOW YOUR GUN! IF ANYTHING ‘FEELS’ OR
SOUNDS DIFFERENT – ST
OP – AND HAVE A
QUALIFIED GUNSMITH TAKE A LOOK! NEVER
TAKE A CHANCE WITH SOMETHING THAT YOU ARE
UNSURE OF … ALWAYS ASK A PROFESSIONAL.
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CLEANING AND CARE OF YOUR FIREARM
BOLT ASSEMBLIES ARE SPECIFICALLY MATCHED
TO A FIREARM. USING ANY OTHER BOLT
ASSEMBLY MAY CAUSE EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO
THE FIREARM AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY TO THE
SHOOTER OR BYSTANDER.
DISASSEMBLE ONLY ONE FIREARM AT A TIME TO
AVOID INTERCHANGING COMPONENTS.
LOOK AND FEEL! BE SURE THE CHAMBER
AND MAGAZINE ARE COMPLETELY EMPTY –
DO NOT ASSUME!!!
NEVER ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE, CLEAN, OR
OIL A LOADED FIREARM!
BE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS ON ALL SOLVENTS
AND CHEMICALS PRIOR TO USE. FOLLOW THE
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR BEST
CLEANING RESULTS.
1. Prepare an area for cleaning the firearm with a
suitable surface, adequate ventilation, correct caliber
cleaning rod, brush, patches, powder solvent, and oil.
2. Remove the bolt.
3. Lay the firearm horizontally with the ejection port
facing down.
ALWAYS STARTING FROM THE CHAMBER END,
PUSH THE CLEANING ROD THROUGH THE BORE
AND OUT THE MUZZLE END.
4. Using a small amount of powder solvent on the
brush, push the cleaning rod through the barrel
several times.
5. Unscrew the brush from the cleaning rod and replace
it with a patch tip.
6. Push a new patch through the bore starting from the
chamber end and out the muzzle.
7. Repeat the prior step (# 6) several times.
8. Push a new patch saturated with gun oil through
the bore.
9. Push a new dry patch through the bore to remove
the excess oil.
10. When done, always verify that the “TWO POSITION
SAFETY” is operational as explained in the
beginning of SECTION 2.
CHECK THE BORE CAREFULLY WHEN DONE
TO BE SURE THERE ARE NO OBSTRUCTIONS
(I.E. PIECES OF CLEANING PATCH, ETC.).
A VERY THIN FILM OF OIL IS SUFFICIENT
PROTECTION – DO NOT OVER OIL!!!
FAILURE TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN YOUR FIREARM
MAY LEAD TO DAMAGE AND/OR SERIOUS INJURY
TO THE SHOOTER OR BYSTANDER.
PROTECTING METAL SURFACES
1. In order to be able to reach all surfaces, remove the
bolt prior to cleaning and oiling.
2. With a soft cloth, remove any foreign matter
(i.e. mud, twigs, grass).
3. Apply a thin coat of gun oil on all cleaned metal
surfaces. Rubbing may be necessary to remove any
signs of rust.
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4. Where accessible, clean and lightly oil interior
metal surfaces.
5. When done, always verify that the “TWO POSITION
SAFETY” is operational as explained in the
beginning of SECTION 2.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE BOLT ASSEMBLY.
CHECK THE BORE CAREFULLY WHEN DONE
TO BE SURE THERE ARE NO OBSTRUCTIONS
(I.E. PIECES OF CLEANING PATCH, ETC.).
SECTION 8
STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR
WEB SITE AT: WWW.SAVAGEARMS.COM
STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY
Please complete the WARRANTY REGISTRATION
CARD and return it to Savage Arms, Inc. within ten (10)
days from the date of purchase.
WHO IS COVERED?
• The original owner (with proof of purchase).
WHAT IS COVERED?
• Any defect in materials or workmanship (performed by
Savage Arms) encountered during normal use.
HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY PERIOD?
• One (1) year from the date of purchase.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND/OR
DAMAGE TO THE FIREARM CAUSED BY:
• Improper maintenance or negligence to provide proper
care and maintenance.
• Alterations/modifications performed without the written
authorization of Savage Arms, Inc. Service Department.
• Normal wear; tear; and/or corrosion.
•
Accidental discharge, careless handling, and/or misuse.
• Barrel obstructions.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS:
This WARRANTY and the remedies set forth herein
are exclusive and take the place of all other expressed
or implied
WARRANTY of merchantability or fitness for any
particular purpose which are disclaimed). No other
representations or claims of any nature shall be binding
on or obligate Savage Arms, Inc.
Savage Arms, Inc. excludes any incidental and
consequential damages under this warranty. Some
states do not allow exclusions or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may
not apply to you.
This
You may have other rights, which will vary from state
to state.
RETURNING A FIREARM:
For WARRANTY claims, proof of purchase must
accompany the firearm.
It is a violation of Federal Law to ship a firearm with live
ammunition either in the box or in the firearm itself. If
received, The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms
must be notified!
Savage Arms, Inc, is not responsible for the loss or
damage to any accessories shipped with the firearm.
If there is a question whether the firearm should be
returned or parts could be purchased, please call
1-413-568-7001 between 9:00 am and 4:00 p.m.
Eastern Time and ask for the Service/Warranty Department.
WARRANTIES (including any implied
WARRANTY gives you specific legal rights.
All firearms are to be sent to Savage Arms, Inc. at the
owner’s expense. Warranty repairs will be returned to
the owner at Savage Arms’ expense.
1. Pack the firearm in its original box if possible. If a
similar suitable box is used, care should be taken to
protect the barrel/muzzle from breaking through.
Always pack with the assumption that the firearm will
undergo rough handling during transit to Savage Arms.
2. Enclose a brief note including:
• name, address and phone number of the sender
• serial number of the firearm
• description of the problem you are having
• bullet weight, bullet type, and manufacturer of the
ammunition you are using
any other information which you feel may be helpful.
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3. Return to:
Savage Arms, Inc.
100 Springdale Road
Westfield, MA 01085
Attn: Service Department
4. If there will be a charge involved for the repair, a
quote will be sent within fourteen (14) working days.
• If there is no response from the quote within thirty
(30) days, the firearm will be returned COD
($20.00 Shipping/Handling).
Firearms will be repaired typically 3 weeks after receipt
of payment in the order they were received.
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