SHR 970
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
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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.
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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
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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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