Anyone see the new Sig SBRs for 2012?

I noticed several new SBRs for 2012 on Sig's new products page here. The one that really caught my eye was the 551-A1SBR. Anyone know when these would be available? Also, anyone know a Sig dealer who is also a SOT so that I could place an order?



Thank you,
Little_Bo

I don't have answers to any of your questions... but that A1 is the bee's f'n knees.

The A1 is nice but I like the 12" .308 and SIG556xi 10". Just another reason to move to a free state.

Don't move. Make your state free.

Weve been trying. We got supressors last year. SBR/SBS is next.

Huh. Looks a lot like a 552.

Guess this is going on my "buy" list for this year, or next.

ETA:



One more edit: 1799 MSRP? This year's list, then.

I am getting one!! I have been on the fence on most models until I saw this.

Actual prices will come down toward $1,250 if they follow the normal pattern.

Yeah that 551 is pretty sexy. I'm really digging that 716 SBR.

Anyone notice what looks to be an enhanced/extended mag release on the 556xi?

Already have a 551-A1, now I need the 10". The 522 10" will also be mine just for shits and giggles.

Do they sell that flash hider separately? I wouldnt mind having one for the 556 Classic, but my bonus might go toward one of these SBR's............those are very nice

Anyone know if this has an adjustable gas system?

I would image it does, it has the "switch" above the barrel in front of the front sight in the picture.

Just called SIG........and got an affirmative No on the flash hider .......

And this is the reason I can't force myself to buy Sig.. They are missing out on a large amount of sales (complete rifles and parts) due to not selling simple spare parts. Truly upsetting as I would love to own one. Maybe someday Sig will get their head out of their ass.

I was very excited to see the introcduction of the xi model. I like the the 4 ounce weight savings over the SWAT model. I would love to buy the SBR, but unfortuantely my agency mandates a minimum barrel length of 10.5". I talked to our Sig rep yesterday about it. Looks like my only real option is going to be to purchase a 16" model, have the barrel cut down, and then register it. I need to start saving a few pennies I guess.

Stupid suggestion: Can you just pin the flash hider?

I can't wait to get my hands on their 556R SBR.
















Oh wait, for some reason they don't make that.

My local dealer emailed me, he put in orders for the 551-A1 and 522. He said SIG quoted him a summer release, leaves me time to save money

I want, no, I need this. This is the Sig I always wanted.

Anybody know if it will take a real 552 handguard? The cap dohickey looks the same as the real 552.

Also, I wonder why they went with a 10" barrel as opposed to the "real" 8.9".

That's why I suspect not.

Still nice, though.

Department policy requires that the barrel be a minimum of 10.5" NOT including any type of flash hider or muzzle brake.

One reason could be because most(if not all) suppressor companys will not warranty their 5.56 suppressors on a barrel less than 10 inches.

The 551A1 SBR is pretty slick looking and if prices are at or below $1400 I'll be buying my first Form 4 SBR.

CMS

No, it will not accept a 552 handguard. The 556 SBR, including the 551-A1 SBR, gas system is that of the 556 Pistol and Patrol Carbine, which is about 1/2 inch longer than that of the 552/553. The 556 SBR, pistol and patrol carbine gas piston is the same diameter as that of the 550/551/556, while the 552/553 uses a slightly smaller piston diameter.

They did not go with an 8.9 inch barrel because it would require use of the 552 or 553 gas system.

I wrote a review/comparison of 552 and 553 operating systems here:
http://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=76374

DO WANT, so badly.. Oh yes, I will have one!

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