Springfield Armory 16" 5.56 NATO SAINT AR-15 Rifle with Free Float Handguard - $689.99

Description

A lightweight, custom-built AR-15 carbine with all the features you really want can set you back a lot of money... or you can just get the edge on the competition with the SAINT by Springfield Armory! Weighing in at just 5lbs and 9 oz, the SAINT is one of the lightest AR-15s on the market today, and features all the custom features you could want! From the nickel boron trigger, to the lightweight freefloat handguard and BCM collapsible carbine stock, it is every bit the custom gun you want at a price you won't believe!
The Springfield Armory SAINT AR-15 carbine is a fantastic choice for someone looking for compact firearm that's a step above the typical offerings. It’s chambered in 5.56 NATO, and the barrel’s 1:7 twist rate offers reliable performance with the flexibility to shoot any projectile you prefer.. The SAINT is built tough, made from Type III hard coat anodized aircraft grade aluminum, so it’s as lightweight as it is durable. The upper and lower receivers are mated together using Springfield’s proprietary Accu-Tite tension system, which means rattle-free functionality and better accuracy. The flat-top design features a set of compact folding backup iron sights with plenty of rail space in between for your favorite optics and accessories.
Features
- Chambered in 5.56 NATO with a 1:7 twist rate
- 16" Government contour 41V50 chrome moly vanadium steel barrel with a Melonite finish
- Mid-length gas system with adjustable gas block
- Aircraft Grade 7075-T6 aluminum upper and lower receivers
- Accu-Tite Tension System
- Standard safety selector
- Standard charging handle
- Hardcoat anodized finish
- Blast Diverter
- M16 Enhanced bolt carrier group with Melonite finish
- Nickel Boron Coated MIL-SPEC Trigger
- Heavy tungsten buffer for smooth cycling
- BCM Mod 3 carbine Grip
- Over-sized trigger guard
- BCM carbine stock
- Patent Pending full-length free float handguard with full length top rail
- M-LOK attachment system for your favorite accessories
- Low profile folding back up iron sights included
- Lightweight at 6 lbs 9 oz
Springfield Armory’s attention to detail results in a carbine that is reliable and trustworthy for home defense without sacrificing quality in the shooting experience. This carbine will stand up to the toughest challenge, whether that is protecting and defending what matters the most to you, or simply a torturous day on the range. Every detail is addressed with a specific purpose in mind.
The 41V50 chrome moly vanadium steel barrel is finished with Melonite, giving it the durability to last a lifetime. The receivers’ hardcoat finish is resistant to scratches and dings, even after years of use, keeping it looking great. The Accu-Tite tension system isn’t just about a snug fit between receivers, it means that you’ll shoot tighter groups at faster speeds. The bolt carrier group is an enhanced M16-cut featuring a low-friction Melonite finish. A mid-length gas system is coupled with a heavy-weight tungsten buffer, for smooth recoil and flawless reliability with thanks to the adjustable gas block.
The upgraded furniture doesn't hurt either! The SB Tactical SBX-K arm brace offers the same quality and performance you've come to expect with the smallest footprint to date. BCM's Gunfighter Mod3 carbine grip provides an optimized grip angle and comfortable all weather texture. To keep weight at a minimum, Springfield's proprietary free float M-LOK handguard uses an interrupted top rail, offering plenty of space for your favorite optics without the unnecessary weight of a full-length top rail. And of course, the Springfield Armory SAINT AR-15 carbine is 100% optics-ready. It even includes a set of low-profile folding back up iron sights
The SAINT is a fantastic choice for an all-purpose, high quality AR-15 carbine at a great value. For a carbine with all this attention to detail, it’s got a budget-friendly price you can feel great about. The Springfield Armory SAINT AR-15 is a carbine you can trust to perform over and over again for years to come.
Barrel Coating: Melonite
Barrel Contour: Government
Barrel Length: 16
Barrel Lining: Melonite
Barrel Material: 41V50 Chrome Moly Vanadium Steel
Brand: Springfield Armory
Caliber Gauge: 5.56 NATO
Gas System Length: Mid-Length
Gas System Type: Direct Impingement
Handguard: 12 in M-LOK Rail
Muzzle Device: A2 Flash Hider
Thread Pattern: 1/2 X 28
Twist Rate: 1:8
Weight: 6.56 lbs
NOTE: Limit 2 per household. Quantities exceeding 2 will not allow checkout.
MPN#: SPST916556BFFH