The Timney Winchester Model 70 Trigger is a drop-in replacement trigger with a curved shoe for Winchester Model 70 bolt actions.
The Rifleman's Rifle deserves a rifleman's trigger — Timney's Model 70 replacement honors the classic properly.
The Timney Winchester Model 70 Trigger (401) replaces the factory unit in one of the most storied American bolt actions with a hand-assembled, hand-tested trigger that breaks the way Model 70 owners always wished: crisp, clean and repeatable, through a traditional curved shoe that suits the rifle's character. Timney has been building triggers for classic actions since 1946 — the Model 70 is home ground.
Whether your 70 is a pre-64 heirloom, a Featherweight hunting rifle or a custom build on a modern action, the 401 modernizes the one component where age and wear show most — without altering the rifle's soul.
Key Features
- Crisp, repeatable break — the pull the classic always deserved
- Curved shoe — traditional feel matched to a traditional rifle
- Fits Winchester Model 70 actions — heirlooms to modern builds
- Hand-assembled since 1946 — heritage meeting heritage
Compatibility & Fitment
Fits Winchester Model 70 rifles as a direct drop-in replacement for the factory trigger. Bench installation with full safety verification before live fire. On collectible rifles, retain the original trigger for provenance. If your rifle is an early or unusual Model 70 variant, contact us with the details and we will confirm fitment before you order.
Technical Specifications
Platform | Winchester Model 70 |
Fits | Winchester Model 70 bolt-action rifles |
Type | Replacement trigger, curved shoe |
Finish | Black |
Made in | USA |
Brand | Timney Triggers |
US Shipping & Support
Shipped from D&R Sports Center in the USA with fast, tracked delivery. Questions on fit, mounting or which model suits your setup? Our team is glad to help before and after your purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which rifles does this trigger fit?
It is made for Winchester Model 70 rifles and drops in as a replacement for the factory trigger. Model 70s have been produced over a long period and in several variations, so if yours is an older or unusual example it is worth confirming first. Contact us with the rifle's details and we'll help you check.
Why replace the Model 70's original trigger?
A purpose-made replacement gives a cleaner, more consistent break than a worn or heavy factory unit, which is the single biggest thing you can do for practical accuracy on a bolt gun. This is Timney's model 401, finished in black and made in the USA. It replaces the trigger as a unit rather than tuning the original parts.
What shoe does it use, and is the pull adjustable?
It comes with a curved shoe, the traditional shape that suits the sporter stocks most Model 70s wear. Timney does not list an adjustment range for this model, so if a specific pull weight matters, ask us before you order rather than assuming. Any adjustment should be followed by a full safety and function check.
Is installation a job for a gunsmith?
It is designed as a drop-in replacement, so ordinary installation is within reach of a competent owner, but on a bolt gun the safety interaction matters and many people prefer to have it checked over. Nothing else needs buying alongside it.
