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big al hunter · July 8, 2013, 10:07 PM

I purchased a post 64 Winchester 70 a while back. Got a decent deal on it because the safety was acting up. After much studying and fiddling with the bolt and trigger I believe I know what is wrong. The cocking piece was filed down at the sear contact. I'm not sure if this was a bubba trigger job attempt or the result of installing an aftermarket trigger. The factory trigger is what is in it now, and I like it. 4 lbs and crisp. But the safety will not engage.

My question is, can I adjust the safety internally or do I need a new cocking piece.

July 8, 2013, 10:07 PM	#1
big al hunter Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2011 Location: Washington state Posts: 1,558	Winchester 70 safety adjustment I purchased a post 64 Winchester 70 a while back. Got a decent deal on it because the safety was acting up. After much studying and fiddling with the bolt and trigger I believe I know what is wrong. The cocking piece was filed down at the sear contact. I'm not sure if this was a bubba trigger job attempt or the result of installing an aftermarket trigger. The factory trigger is what is in it now, and I like it. 4 lbs and crisp. But the safety will not engage. My question is, can I adjust the safety internally or do I need a new cocking piece. __________________ You can't fix stupid....however ignorance can be cured through education!