Sig 516

Looking for people's experiences with the Sig 516. Does anybody have one? Do you like it?

Thanks

 

I havent gotten to shoot one, They seem to be a very solid rifle. I wanted one, but couldn't bring myself to dump the extra money for the piston since I would rarely shoot enough ammo to gum it up for the piston to be an advantage. Also Sig will not offer any extra parts (yet). It looks like a great design though. I've picked them up and the quad rail + piston mech. does make it a bit forward heavy but its a sweet gun. Dunno if you have seen this, but im sold (if I had the $):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFZ3yUMH5IA

 

Thanks RunnOr.

I keep going back and forth if I want to get an AR platform or not. If I do I want to get a piston setup, I just like the design. I've been able to fondle a 516 and 716 but haven't been able to shoot one yet. Hopefully some other member have been able to and will share their experiences.

 

No problemo. I did the same, but decided on a Colt due to the budget and use. I thought the Sig "tension device" that puts tension on the upper and lower was genius. I'd like to see what owners here say too. I've read a lot on the AR15.com reviews and no negative info seems to exist.

 

check the AR thread in this forum..with how many AR owners we have on the site, I'm sure one or two have a sig 516

 

I've heard it is difficult to get spare/extra Sig parts since they are always out of stock. Since it is an AR platform, I don't think it would be an issue unless you want spare piston parts.

If you are hard set on piston, I would got LWRC. Adams uppers I've heard are hit or miss.

If you got DI, you have a ton more options and a bit more cash saved since it is a cheaper option.

 

Thanks for the responses.

Aren't LWRC's like 2 - 3 grand?

 

I have one. This on in particular http://www.sigsauer.com/CatalogProductDetails/sig516-od-green.aspx

I love the rifle. I don't have many rounds through it but it works and feels awesome. You can't go wrong with a sig product.

 

Thanks himmy33

 

Yes, about 40% than a sig piston rifle.