While I did run some rounds through the SIG Cross quite a while back at an LE shoot, and liked what I saw, I wanted to touch on some of the features of the rifle instead.
Instead of a separate action bolted into a chassis, in the Cross we have an action/chassis that is combined into a single unit, This should add strength, eliminate any fitment issues between the two, provide for a lower bore, and reduce bulk/weight. The Cross is very slim and light for what it is.
The current production Cross rifles have a 20MOA Picatinny rail for scope mounting.
The MLOK rail bolts to the receiver, and the barrel is installed similar to the manner used in an AR. It has a barrel extension that controls headspace. The bolt has a floating bolt head that is removable. This means that caliber change kits consisting of a barrel and bolt head should be an option soonish.
The pistol grip and ambi-safety are standard AR-style, so plenty of aftermarket options there.
I really dig the cheekpiece adjustment. There are springs that push the cheekpiece up when the single cam lever is disengaged. Disengage the lever, put your cheek on the stock, pushing down on the cheekpiece with your face until you get the exact height you want, hold that position, and engage the lever. Cake n’ pie.
Takes AICS-pattern mags.
The side-folding stock is simple to use, yet locks rigidly into place.
The bolt handle is removable and the word is that options will be available. The bolt itself has 3 large locking lugs for a short throw, runs very smoothly, and has a small roller bearing to reduce the amount of force needed to cock it.
The stainless steel barrels have the tapered shoulder at the muzzle that SIG likes, but come with a washer-like piece that converts it to a 90 degree shoulder if that’s what you want/need. 16.5” 1:10 for .308, 18” 1:8 for 6.5CM, and 16.5” 1:8.5” for .277 Fury.
Dry-firing, the trigger felt crisp and clean.
I wish SIG had kept the ejection port cover they had on the prototype. Oh well.
As soon as I get my hands on one in .308, it’ll go home with me.
6.5 Creedmoor
.308
.308
Instead of a separate action bolted into a chassis, in the Cross we have an action/chassis that is combined into a single unit, This should add strength, eliminate any fitment issues between the two, provide for a lower bore, and reduce bulk/weight. The Cross is very slim and light for what it is.
The current production Cross rifles have a 20MOA Picatinny rail for scope mounting.
The MLOK rail bolts to the receiver, and the barrel is installed similar to the manner used in an AR. It has a barrel extension that controls headspace. The bolt has a floating bolt head that is removable. This means that caliber change kits consisting of a barrel and bolt head should be an option soonish.
The pistol grip and ambi-safety are standard AR-style, so plenty of aftermarket options there.
I really dig the cheekpiece adjustment. There are springs that push the cheekpiece up when the single cam lever is disengaged. Disengage the lever, put your cheek on the stock, pushing down on the cheekpiece with your face until you get the exact height you want, hold that position, and engage the lever. Cake n’ pie.
Takes AICS-pattern mags.
The side-folding stock is simple to use, yet locks rigidly into place.
The bolt handle is removable and the word is that options will be available. The bolt itself has 3 large locking lugs for a short throw, runs very smoothly, and has a small roller bearing to reduce the amount of force needed to cock it.
The stainless steel barrels have the tapered shoulder at the muzzle that SIG likes, but come with a washer-like piece that converts it to a 90 degree shoulder if that’s what you want/need. 16.5” 1:10 for .308, 18” 1:8 for 6.5CM, and 16.5” 1:8.5” for .277 Fury.
Dry-firing, the trigger felt crisp and clean.
I wish SIG had kept the ejection port cover they had on the prototype. Oh well.
As soon as I get my hands on one in .308, it’ll go home with me.
6.5 Creedmoor
.308
.308
