More than a few have been used for home defense.
Its believed that there are about 25 million modern sporting rifles in the hands of American citizens.
The SAINT is available in various configurations and chambered for a number of different cartridges.
Springfield Armory recently announced three new SAINT rifle variations that use Magpul furniture.
Beyond Ordinary
The Springfield Armory SAINT Victor is an enhanced version of the SAINT rifle.
It ischambered for .223/5.56 NATOand offers features well beyond what you would expect at its reasonable price point.
Like all the variants in the SAINT line, the Victor is built on a rock-solid foundation.
The new SAINT rifles offer three new color options, including the gray shown above.
The Victor barrel measures 16 long and has a1:8 twist to stabilize the broadest range of bullet weights.
Springfield Armory uses a Melonite treatment process on the barrel.
The barrel is threaded and fitted with a company-designed brake to tame muzzle rise when shooting.
OD Green is another option for the SAINT rifle. The new guns are fitted with Magpul’s MOE buttstock, pistol grip and AFG.
Amid-length gas systemis used to ensure reliable operation and improved shooting characteristics.
The enhanced M16 bolt carrier group wears aMelonite finish.
Each bolt has been high-pressure tested (HPI) and gone through a magnetic particle inspection (MPI).
The colors may be new options, but the reliability is a standard feature. All SAINT Victor rifles have HPT/MPI tested bolts and nickel boron-coated flat triggers.
To keep things in check, a Carbine H heavy tungsten buffer is standard.
Unloaded, the Springfield Armory Victor package tips the scales at 6 pounds, 9 ounces.
Springfield uses a nickel-boron trigger on the Victor that is a bit slicker than most.
Springfield Armory equips these rifles with a 15″ free-floated handguard. It has numerous M-Lok attachment points for attaching a range of accessories.
This can contribute to greater accuracy and precision.
Speaking of accuracy, the company includes a set of spring-loaded, flip-up sights.
For most of the AR-15s lifespan, you would think Old Man Ford oversaw production.
These models all use Magpul stocks, grips and angled fore grip.
While the rest of the rifle remains matte black, the Magpul parts are color-matched.
The Magpul MOE buttstock represents a huge improvement over the original M4-style telescopic stocks.
An improved cheekweld with a sloped comb enhances both comfort and shooter function.
Rounding out the package is a Magpul MOE Handgrip and Magpul AFG.
The grip also contains a storage compartment for small items.
A 30-round Magpul PMAG Gen M3 is also included in the package.
The new color variations go well beyond aesthetics but rate very high in functionality as well.
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