The Sig 522. They were discontinued some time ago which is a shame because it was one of our favorite 22 LR ‘black rifles’ of all time! Unlike many other 22 variants the 522 has an alloy upper assembly giving the rifle a realistic weight – ideal for training at low cost.
Does Sig Sauer make a 22 rifle?
The Sig Sauer 22 SIGSCM has the look and feel of the Classic SIG556 in affordable . 22 Rifle SIG SAUER, Inc., the leading manufacturer of commercial, law enforcement, and military firearms fuels the demand for the legendary SIG556 performance but in an affordable . 22 LR caliber with the SIG522 semi-automatic rifle.
What is the difference between the SIG 522 and 556?
Known as the SIG 556, the American-friendly version utilized the STANAG magazines (much like the M16 and AR15) and a proprietary collapsable stock. While this upset purists and collectors, the new rifle proved reliable and robust. Hoping to expand upon its new rifle line, SIG released a .22 variant known as the SIG 522.
How much does a SIG Sauer 522 cost?
Although SIGs are never cheap, the 522 is surprisingly economical with an MSRP of $587 and street prices below $500. Originally, the 522 came with no iron-sights, optics or aiming device of any sort.
How accurate is the SIG 556 drum sight?
The SIG drum sight for its 556 series of rifles runs upwards of $200, when they can be found. At the range, the SIG 522 proved to be minute of squirrel accurate at 100 yards, grouping 3 1/2 inches with bulk Federal .22 LR ammo. Given that .22 LR losses most of its effectiveness past 100 yards, this accuracy is completely acceptable.
Is the SG 551 a good gun?
The SG 551 has the light recoil of the 5.56 M16 with the incredible reliability of the AK platform. Strangely, the U.S. imported only a handful before legislation made doing so impossible due to its cosmetic features.
