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It seemed there was a time they submitted for multiple models, got disapproved for one or more, and had to resubmit (possibly with alterations) but I don't know all those details, as I obviously wasn't following their situation very closely. I didn't know they had accepted money for the 550. The last info I had heard was that they got approval for the 551, 553, and the 550 was rejected/denied (which didn't mean they weren't still working on it). I'm not the only person who heard the same info at that time either. I really didn't just make it up. I knew they had sold all the 551s but hadn't seen anything lately about the 550. I didn't realize my info was obsolete and superseded.
I apologize for not checking for an update before posting. I attempted to correct my mistake by quoting the JDI news page. I was not trying to rain on your 550 import parade. This is obviously a big deal for you. I'll try to do better next time. |
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The ATF had previously turned down "pistols" with over a 16 inch barrel and that was the hold up. However they have apparently changed their mind and will approve the pistols with over a 16 inch barrel now granted it meets the "test" requirements
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The ATF had previously turned down "pistols" with over a 16 inch barrel and that was the hold up. However they have apparently changed their mind and will approve the pistols with over a 16 inch barrel now granted it meets the "test" requirements View Quote |
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lol rough crowd. IM just happy theyre coming in. Childhood dreams and all.
DOes anyone remember if they will come with the built in bipod? |
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Well great news today...
551 LB and 751LB ATF approved looking at June still June is going to be a great month for anyone who got one or some of these! |
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anyone speak with Dave lately? i'm having a tough time getting a hold of him, and i'm wondering if he is overseas or something.
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Thanks for the feedback gents.
I'm sure the bipod sucks, more for the cool factor. now to find an el cheapo bayonet that fits :) |
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My 553 is built and currently awaiting export approval from the Swiss powers that be. I've got a deposit on a 751 LB (16") as well. I'll report back when both come in. Dave's been great about answering questions and keeping me in the loop on the whole process. The custom-order 553s do take quite a while (6 months or so on mine). I'll report back when they arrive.
For those asking about 922r parts, there is enough stuff out there to do it. I'm leaving the 553 a pistol with the SBT SOB brace, but will be putting a stock on the 751. I'm going to use a US 556 trigger (the trigger on these is just a stamped metal piece), Shooting Sight hammer and sear, modded MOE grip, 556 charging handle (there is debate as to whether or not this counts as an op-rod but swapping with the US one I have in a drawer is no big deal), muzzle device TBD, and will be getting some floorplates CNC machined for my mags. I know nobody checks for this stuff, but I figure having one of the 135 751s in the country might draw a few more interested eyeballs than most at the range, and I can make it compliant without any real sacrifice other than the cost of the CNC floorplates which should add a little durability. |
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You should only need one US floor plate, per the ATF letter that says swapping mags doesn't count as "assembly".
Is there a "how-to" for modding the MOE grips? |
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Question on the 553. I see it comes with up to a 13.6" barrel. Can they build this to a 16" rifle? Or is it pistol only?
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My 553 is built and currently awaiting export approval from the Swiss powers that be. I've got a deposit on a 751 LB (16") as well. I'll report back when both come in. Dave's been great about answering questions and keeping me in the loop on the whole process. The custom-order 553s do take quite a while (6 months or so on mine). I'll report back when they arrive. View Quote |
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Question on the 553. I see it comes with up to a 13.6" barrel. Can they build this to a 16" rifle? Or is it pistol only? View Quote |
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You should only need one US floor plate, per the ATF letter that says swapping mags doesn't count as "assembly". Is there a "how-to" for modding the MOE grips? View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
You should only need one US floor plate, per the ATF letter that says swapping mags doesn't count as "assembly". Is there a "how-to" for modding the MOE grips? I am not aware of a tutorial for modding the grip, but it looks like a fairly simple trim to fit sort of operation. I will be leaving my 553 grip alone since it's just getting the SBT brace, but will report back after I get it sorted on the 751 whenever it shows up. Quoted:
I have a 553 LB coming in that same shipment. Last I heard, they were supposed to ship out last Friday and be here in the States by today. Has this time-frame changed? Which options did you get on your LB? Mine is black, Rotex FH, aluminum swiss lower, diopter sights. Quoted:
Question on the 553. I see it comes with up to a 13.6" barrel. Can they build this to a 16" rifle? Or is it pistol only? |
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Quoted: Gorgeous. I love the low optic rail. And the T2 looks like an ideal height with that rail and mount height. An excellent setup. Congrats! View Quote |
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How spendy was it exactly, including shipping, if you don't mind?
That does look like the best low rail in existence. |
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How spendy was it exactly, including shipping, if you don't mind? That does look like the best low rail in existence. View Quote |
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FYI - CDNN also has mags for 550 series reasonable. On sale for $26.99.
https://www.cdnnsports.com/sig-sg-550-551-20rd-223-smoke-poly-factory-mag.html?___SID=U#.WvQZSaQvzIU |
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FYI - CDNN also has mags for 550 series reasonable. On sale for $26.99. https://www.cdnnsports.com/sig-sg-550-551-20rd-223-smoke-poly-factory-mag.html?___SID=U#.WvQZSaQvzIU https://m1naeh-sdnfhigt.lagrangesystems.net/qEYZMWAkR/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/600x600/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/s/i/asig34556201.jpg.pagespeed.ic.jdBIxZVR4f.webp View Quote |
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I wish I could still get my hands on a PE-57 preferably in 308....or at least even a parts kit I could rebuild. Pretty interesting, relatively unknown gun. Seems like only a few parts kits came to the country and the rest just disappeared. View Quote these ct-30 not super excellently reliable, but a neat lil 30 carbine in sig clothes be neat |
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Quoted: Generally when people say this, it is that the layout/location of controls for operation in relation to the human body (hands, fingers) are more ideal. The use on controls for an AR15 are indeed very well placed (safety/selector, mag release,) which make it faster to manipulate. Better ergonomics doesn't necessarily mean a gun is better in other aspects (quality of materials, fit of parts, durability, etc. etc) My Sig 556 layout for controls in my opinion is not as good as an AR15, (factory selector is not as good) but it is better than most and the guns are fairly well made and comfortable to shoot. LV's video on the Russian pistol 553 - love it! View Quote Look at Swiss rifles and a lot of the controls are big. The best example would be the "keg" bolt handle on the K31s. |
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Definitely need some affordable 30s. I got a butt ton of these 20s when 44mag had thme years ago.
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you guys getting your guns now - if you don't mind me asking - when did you order?
i've got a ways to go on mine, but i'm curious... |
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I'll play |
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Quoted: Wow, those look great! Two questions for you both- Do your braces fold to the side like a Swiss stock, or are they fixed? I checked the SB Tactical website and found the SOB, but not the adapter for the Swiss guns. Is it the one from JDI? View Quote |
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I have this setup. You can use a Shockwave blade brace and just cut a small square hole in the right spot and it will clip right onto the handguard.
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might be of interest
Swiss SAN SG553-SB, SG553-LB, & Arm Brace from Swiss Imports (JDI) |
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I'm looking to get a SAN gun in the future but debating between buying a 553 LB or waiting for the 551 LB or 551 conversion kit.
Is Dave accepting money to guarantee a spot for the 551 LB or 551 conversion kits? What is the thread pitch for the 55x rifles being imported? I'm contemplating a pin and weld for a 553 LB so I can get my hands on a SAN rifle sooner but I would feel kind of bad for having such work done lol Also, has Dave gotten any shipments of 553 Trigger housing Aluminum USA before? I keep checking but never seem to see it in stock. |
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I'm looking to get a SAN gun in the future but debating between buying a 553 LB or waiting for the 551 LB or 551 conversion kit. Is Dave accepting money to guarantee a spot for the 551 LB or 551 conversion kits? What is the thread pitch for the 55x rifles being imported? I'm contemplating a pin and weld for a 553 LB so I can get my hands on a SAN rifle sooner but I would feel kind of bad for having such work done lol Also, has Dave gotten any shipments of 553 Trigger housing Aluminum USA before? I keep checking but never seem to see it in stock. View Quote Re: 553 LB vs. 551 vs 551 LB, if a title-1 rifle is your goal, I would go with a 551 LB. |
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