SIG SAUER SHR 970 User Manual

WARNING

Please read and understand this owner’s manual before

taking your new SIGARMS

rifle out of the box. It is vital to your safety and to the safety of others that you accurately follow the information contained in this manual, as well as the information supplied by the ammunition manufacturer. If you have any questions, please call or write:

SIGARMS Inc.

Corporate Park

Exeter, NH 03833

(603) 772-2302

SHR 970

bolt-action rifle

OWNER’S MANUAL

Contents Page

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Important Rifle Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Principle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Ammunition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Operating the Three Position Safety Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Loading the Magazine and Rifle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Normal Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cleaning and Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Repair and Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Ordering Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Returning Your Rifle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Warranty Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Parts Diagram/Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Firearms Safety is Your Responsibility

Rifles are classified as FIREARMS and are sold by SIGARMS™with the specific

understanding that SIGARMS is not responsible in any manner whatsoever for

their improper handling, use, or resale under local laws and regulations. SIGARMS

shall not be responsible in any manner whatsoever for malfunctioning of the

firearm, for physical injury or for property damage resulting in whole or part

from (1) criminal or negligent discharge, (2) improper or careless handling,

(3) unauthorized modification, (4) defective, improper, hand-loaded, or re-loaded

ammunition, (5) corrosion, (6) neglect, or (7) other influences beyond our direct

and immediate control. This limitation applies regardless of whether liability is

asserted on the basis of contract, negligence or strict liability (including failure

to warn). Under no circumstances shall SIGARMS be liable for incidental or

consequential damages, such as loss of use of property, commercial loss and loss

of earnings and profits.

Carelessness and ignorance cannot be tolerated when handling a firearm. Treat

every firearm with respect and follow the safety rules outlined in this manual.

Specifications - SIGARMS®SHR 970 Rifle

Manually operated, short throw, 65° turn bolt-action with front locking lugs

engaging the barrel directly. Internal extractor and ejector.

Trigger: Single stage, adjustable only by factory technician.

Safety: Three (3) position sliding safety.

Standard Magnum

Calibers Calibers

Length, overall 41.9˝ 43.9˝

Height, overall 6.3˝ 6.3˝

Width, overall 2.7˝ 2.7˝

Barrel length 22˝ 24˝

Rifling twist 1:10˝ 1:10˝

Rifling grooves 4 4

Weight w/o Magazine 7.2 lbs. 7.4 lbs.

Trigger pull 4.4 lbs. 4.4 lbs.

Magazine Capacity 4 3

Calibers available

.25-06 Remington .270 Winchester .280 Remington* .308 Winchester .30-06 Springfield 7mm Remington* Magnum .300 Winchester Magnum

All weights and measurements are approximate.

Included with the SIGARMS®SHR 970: One rifle with magazine, one owner ’s manual, one

wrench, one hard carrying case. Optional Accessories: Extra magazines, extra barrels.

* Uses a different rifling twist

rate of 1:9.5˝

1 34600046.63 Barrel (.25-06 Remington) X 1 34600046.09 Barrel (.270 Winchester) X 1 34600046.45 Barrel (7mm Remington) X 1 34600046.57 Barrel (.280 Remington) X 1 34600046.51 Barrel (.308 Winchester) X 1 34600046.03 Barrel (30-06 Springfield) X 1 34600046.39 Barrel (.300 Winchester) X

34600070.03 Bolt Assembly Standard X X X X X

34600072.03 Bolt Assembly Magnum X X 47 34600203 Magazine Assembly Short X 47 34600200 Magazine Assembly Standard X X X X 47 34600202 Magazine Assembly Magnum XX

.25-06 Remington

.270 Winchester

7mm Remington Magnum

.280 Remington

.308 Winchester

.30-06 Springfield

.300 Winchester Magnum

Item# Part # Description

Caliber Compatibility

Chart

Important Safety Information

Congratulations, you are now the owner of one of the world’s finest precision made rifles. The SIGARMS®SHR 970 rifle combines traditional craftsmanship with the latest advances in modern production technology. Used with the proper ammunition, reasonable care and maintenance, your purchase of this high quality rifle is an investment that will bring you a lifetime of performance and dependability.

Safe Operation

To ensure the best performance and reliability from your firearm, please read

and follow the procedures and WARNINGS outlined in this manual. Always

remember that you, the owner, are ultimately responsible for firearms safety.

Please read and follow all the safety procedures outlined in this manual.

This manual contains information you need in order to operate your rifle safely

and effectively. If you have any questions or comments about this rifle, its use

and maintenance, or need more information about other SIGARMS™products

and accessories, please call or write SIGARMS Inc.

Receiver

Stock

Magazine Release

Trigger Guard

Detachable Magazine

Important Rifle Components

Trigger

Bolt

WARNING

Magnum Calibers require the following items

to function properly:

• Magnum Caliber specific Barrel(s)

• Magnum Caliber Bolt

• Magnum Caliber Magazine

Magnum Caliber bolts are marked. If you open the bolt and look in the groove on the left hand side of the bolt you will see the phrase “Magn um Caliber s” laser engraved

on the bottom of the groove.

Do not attempt to shoot a magnum Caliber cartridge unless you

have the Magnum Caliber Bolt installed in your rifle.

Muzzle

Barrel

Bolt Handle

Safety Mechanism

Important

The safest firearm is one that is fully unloaded. This means that the safety is in the center (load/unload) position, the action is open, and the chamber has been checked visually to insure that a cartridge is NOT present.

The Commandments of Firearms Safety

ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction. ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot. ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use. ALWAYS be sure the gun is safe to operate and the barrel is clear of any obstruction. ALWAYS use proper, factory-made ammunition for your particular gun. ALWAYS know your target and what is beyond it. ALWAYS wear eye and ear protection when shooting. ALWAYS store guns and ammunition in separate, locked containers so they are

secure and not accessible to children or unauthorized persons. ALWAYS treat every gun as if it were loaded, never rest a gun against a wall or fence. NEVER use alcohol or drugs before or during handling of a gun. NEVER bring a loaded firearm into a building. NEVER transport a loaded firearm.

Safety Mechanism

What you should know about manual safety mechanisms:

Never completely trust any manual safety mechanism. While your rifle is equipped with an effective, well-designed safety mechanism, NO SAFETY MECHANISM IS A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROPER GUN HANDLING. Any safety mechanism can break down or malfunction. Even when the manual safety is “ON”, your firearm could fire when dropped. YOU, AND YOU ALONE, ARE THE ULTIMATE SAFETY MECHANISM.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Teach other members of your family, especially children, safe gun handling. Ignorance and carelessness are the major causes of gun related accidents. Whenever possible attend a “Hunter Safety” course or “Firearms Safety” course in your area. This is an investment in your future. Encourage others to enroll with you.

SUMMARY INFORMATION

If a customer wants to convert from or to a Magnum Caliber they must also purchase a new bolt assembly, and a new magazine.

If a customer wants to convert to .308 Winchester they must purchase a short action magazine. If they currently have a Magnum caliber they would also require a standard bolt assembly.

General Description

Manufactured by advanced, state-of-the-art production processes, the SIGARMS

™

SHR 970 rifle is a modern, short throw, bolt-action rifle, with an internal extrac-

tor and ejector. The modern take-down design allows for quick and precise bar-

rel replacement and enables the user to perform routine maintenance

without special tools.

Principle Features

SIGARMS SHR 970

• Modern take-down design.

• Interchangeable barrel(s).

• 3 Position safety mechanism.

• 65° Short throw bolt.

• Bolt locks directly to the barrel.

Ammunition

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

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.

Your SIGARMS SHR 970 rifle will function safely and effectively with a wide

variety of commercial, factory-loaded ammunition of the correct caliber.

Follow the instructions below to assure trouble-free performance and prevent

ammunition related problems.

1. Use only ammunition of the correct caliber for which your rifle is chambered.

The correct caliber is permanently stamped on the left side of the barrel.

• High-density synthetic or walnut stock.

• Hammer-forged barrel and chamber.

• Detachable steel box magazine.

• Unique bedding block system.

• Hard carry case with each rifle.

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