Hi All,
I just recently returned from Mid County Gun Shop in the Preston area with a brand new second generation SIG 556R. First things first, I have to say that I had a great experience at Mid County Gun Shop. Top notch! It is a bit of a drive from Salisbury but the transfer went seamlessly and there is certainly plenty to look at! The MG-42 there had me drooling
Now onto the rifle:
I spent some time looking through reviews of these things and I must admit I was put off at first. I read some real horror stories about quality control and saw some videos that made me cringe. Fortunately it seems that all of these issues have been taken care of in the new second generation of rifles. I will admit I have not yet had the opportunity to fire this baby but hopefully I'll pick up some ammo and put some rounds through her tomorrow. With that said I have been presently surprised by this rifle so far. Everything just seems to be solid! Contrary to what I've heard some say on numerous internet ramblings, the fit and finish of this rifle is definitely high quality. I really am impressed so far.
I bought some Hungarian 20 round steel AK mags for it and they just lock right into place. No wobble to speak of.
The only thing that I am skeptical about is the sight that it came with. It seems to be fairly nice but I have an aimpoint pro on the way so I'm definitely going to replace it. There's nothing I can really point out about the sight that I don't like, it's just the fact that I can't imagine it's anywhere near top of the line.
So the moment you have been waiting for:
I just recently returned from Mid County Gun Shop in the Preston area with a brand new second generation SIG 556R. First things first, I have to say that I had a great experience at Mid County Gun Shop. Top notch! It is a bit of a drive from Salisbury but the transfer went seamlessly and there is certainly plenty to look at! The MG-42 there had me drooling
Now onto the rifle:
I spent some time looking through reviews of these things and I must admit I was put off at first. I read some real horror stories about quality control and saw some videos that made me cringe. Fortunately it seems that all of these issues have been taken care of in the new second generation of rifles. I will admit I have not yet had the opportunity to fire this baby but hopefully I'll pick up some ammo and put some rounds through her tomorrow. With that said I have been presently surprised by this rifle so far. Everything just seems to be solid! Contrary to what I've heard some say on numerous internet ramblings, the fit and finish of this rifle is definitely high quality. I really am impressed so far.
I bought some Hungarian 20 round steel AK mags for it and they just lock right into place. No wobble to speak of.
The only thing that I am skeptical about is the sight that it came with. It seems to be fairly nice but I have an aimpoint pro on the way so I'm definitely going to replace it. There's nothing I can really point out about the sight that I don't like, it's just the fact that I can't imagine it's anywhere near top of the line.
So the moment you have been waiting for:
Maybe can get me/it to the range next weekend.
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