The Savage 110 Bolt-Action Rifle
Tuesday October 7, 2008
Savage makes good bolt-action rifles. I've known that personally since the early 1990s. Here's a little history of my "relationship" with the Savage 110 series of rifles, and some of the reasons why it's my favorite mass-made bolt-action rifle. Is it the best? I don't think so. But in many cases, it's still the best choice.
Read About Savage 110 Series Bolt Action Rifles
Comments
I too own a Savage 110 – 270 Win, inherited from my father. Do my own reloads, Speer GS 150 grain bullets. Have taken many deer and moose, one at 400yds [4x scope]one shot with the Savage. Love the rifle for it’s pracitcality and durability. Recommend it to anyone.
To bad this article it a repeat from last year are you for real? Russ there has got to be fresh things to write about, don’t you think.
Just bought one slightly used and really like it but need advice: can not remove the bolt even though I’m pressing the button for that. Any advice?
Jim, sure there’s fresh stuff to write about, but not three new pieces per week. And BTW the article was updated before it was promo’ed.
Todd, do this:
1) Make certain the rifle is completely unloaded;
2) Make sure the safety is in the Fire position (all the way forward);
3) With your right hand, support the gun, pull back on the trigger and then with your right thumb push down on the bolt release while pulling & holding the trigger back. ( BTW, the bolt release is also the sear and the cocking indicator.);
4) with your left hand, grab the bolt and slide it on out of the rifle.
When you want to put it back, again grip the gun the same way and pull trigger & mash the bolt release before you ease the bolt back in.
Thanks Russ! Bolt removes easily!
You’re welcome.
Ive got a savage 110-E I bought from a guy I work with that needed some cash for $100. It shoots well and all Ive read about the 110 models is good, but I’m wondering if anyone knows the difference between a 110 and a 110-E model, and what’s the worth of one of these guns? I know this particular gun is at the very least 20 years old, at least thats what the last owner tells me. Anyone able to help?
Man, what a deal! I wish I could find ‘em like that.
The “E” in your model number just indicates a certain combination of options in that model. Mechanically, it should be pretty much the same as any other 110 (except for small changes they made over the years).
My Blue Book says the 110-E included open sights, uncheckered wood stock, and a non-removable blind magazine. Says it was built 1963-1988.
For current value, visit GunsAmerica.com or Gunbroker.com and see what Savage 110s are selling for. My Blue Book is now 4 years old, and with today’s incredible demand for guns, it would be impossible for me to place a value on it.
I think you should be able to get $300 for most any good solid bolt-action deer rifle in good shape these days.
I’ll give you $120 right now!