kshunter,the savages i,m not sure about but the remington triggers have between 5 and 8 pounds of pull to fire,plus they have alot of creep or travel.first they need that travel taken out then the poundage needs to be lowered.2 to 3 pounds is a good point to put it at for hunting,much lower for target or compatition shooting.this of caurse should only be done by experienced gun smiths.had my ADL done for 45 bucks,its not that expencive and well worth it.