Savage 110 Hunter .270 Winchester
Model: 57039
Savage 110 Hunter .270 Winchester
Model: 57039
Full Specifications
About This Firearm
The Savage 110 Hunter in .270 Winchester pairs the AccuTrigger's 2.5 lb pull with a cartridge that rewards precise shot placement at distance. The .270 Winchester shoots flat — a 130gr load at 3,000+ fps drops only about 6 inches at 300 yards with a 100-yard zero — and trigger quality matters more on that kind of trajectory than on a hard-kicking brush cartridge where you're working inside 100 yards. The AccuTrigger's clean break, combined with the AccuStock's bedded action, is a better long-range setup than the factory triggers on either the Ruger American (3.5 lb Marksman) or the Rem 700 ADL (~5 lb X-Mark Pro) at this price range.
The AccuFit system handles fit in the field without tools: comb height and LOP both adjust using included spacers, covering a range from 12.75" to 13.75". For hunters who share a rifle or who switch between standard and high-magnification scopes, a proper cheek weld matters more on a flat-shooting cartridge at 300 yards than on a brush gun at 80. The AccuStock embeds a rigid aluminum bedding block along the receiver and forearm — pre-stressed side rails wedge the action laterally and a steel block engages the recoil lug, which keeps point-of-impact consistent across temperature swings that bare polymer stocks handle poorly. At 120 oz (7.5 lbs), the rifle is heavier than the Ruger American by 20 oz, similar in mass to the Remington 700 ADL.
This specific 110 Hunter configuration (Model 57039) is listed as out of production by Savage — current inventory is dealer remainder stock. Savage announced the next-generation Model 110 line in January 2026 with redesigned AccuFit V2 and a refined AccuTrigger, so 110-platform .270 rifles will continue, just not this exact SKU. If you find this configuration at street price, the AccuTrigger and AccuFit system represent more engineering for the money than anything else at this price tier. For hunters who want a .270 Winchester rifle ready for deliberate shots past 300 yards without aftermarket trigger or stock work, this is the correct choice in the group.
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Strengths & Limitations
- The AccuTrigger at 2.5 lbs is the best factory trigger pull in this group. Owners consistently report it breaks cleanly without creep, which contributes to accurate shots without aftermarket trigger work.
- AccuFit LOP adjustment is included in the box — no aftermarket stock needed to fit most adult frames. Comparable fit-adjustment on competing rifles requires a $100+ stock swap.
- Out of production. New inventory is dealer remainder stock. Long-term parts sourcing is less certain than for rifles in active production, and warranty support on future issues may be harder to navigate.
- At $879 MSRP, this is the most expensive rifle in the .270 group by a meaningful margin. Street prices have dropped as inventory clears, but buyers should verify current pricing reflects that before committing.
- The 3-position tang safety adds a middle "safe, bolt can cycle" position that new hunters sometimes find confusing. The Ruger American's simpler 2-position tang safety is more intuitive for first-time bolt-gun users.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Savage 110 Hunter still covered by warranty if I buy remaining inventory?
Savage's limited warranty applies to new-in-box rifles purchased from a licensed dealer regardless of whether the model is in current production. The rifle is warranted against manufacturing defects for the original buyer. The practical concern with out-of-production models is parts availability over the long term, not immediate warranty coverage. If you're buying a new 110 Hunter from a licensed dealer, normal warranty protection applies.
What makes the AccuTrigger different from a standard factory trigger?
The AccuTrigger uses a blade-within-a-trigger design — a secondary blade that must be depressed by the finger before the main trigger releases. This lets Savage set the pull as low as 2.5 lbs without creating an unsafe rifle, because the safety blade blocks the sear unless the trigger is intentionally engaged. Most budget hunting rifles use heavier factory pulls (4-6 lbs) to provide the same safety margin without the mechanism. The result is that the 110 Hunter's 2.5 lb break is usable for precise shots at distance where a 5 lb trigger requires conscious muscle control to fire without disturbing the sight picture.
Does the Savage 110 Hunter .270 Winchester accept AICS-pattern magazines?
No. The 110 Hunter uses a Savage-proprietary detachable box magazine, not compatible with AICS patterns. Spare Savage 110 magazines in .270 are available through Savage's parts network and online retailers (typically $30-45). If AICS compatibility matters for a chassis stock or drop-in mag system, a purpose-built chassis rifle is a better starting point than modifying the 110 Hunter.
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