SR-556E

[cagedodger]

I just found out about the new SR-556E. I've been interested in the SR-556 but the price has kept me away.

Then I see it sells for $620 less. On top of that, I like it better. Slimmer and lighter than all but one of the original models.

MSRP $1375.

Now I'm interested.

Does any body have any real world prices, gun shows, etc. Preferably in Texas?

Cage 8)

 

[deadduck357]

LGS has one for $1k so a gun show should be a little cheaper.

and Yes it is a nice set-up rifle, I prefer this new handguard.

 

[Goldstar225]

I just saw and handled one in the base BX the other day (priced at $1058.00, no sales tax). I really like the feel of the handguard and the full length top rail appeals to me. I haven't owned an AR in a few years and just recently started thinking about buying another for duty use.

How much of an issue is the lack of a chrome lined chamber and bore?

 

[rsi705]

They are on sale this month at GOG. Through my local FFL (DFW, Texas area) this month they come out to $1103 out the door.

Really, really tempting but I am still trying to really understand what I am losing for the lower cost. I get that I lose the sites and the hand guard but surely there has to be more not on the 556E to warrant the huge price difference versus the regular 556.

 

[cagedodger]

Thanks for the replies.

I'll try to make the Silver Spur Show in San Angelo, Jan 14-15.

I'll let you know what they're going for if I see any.

They'll be in Abilene, Feb 25-26.

Cage 8)

 

[deadduck357]

I just saw and handled one in the base BX the other day (priced at $1058.00, no sales tax). I really like the feel of the handguard and the full length top rail appeals to me. I haven't owned an AR in a few years and just recently started thinking about buying another for duty use.

How much of an issue is the lack of a chrome lined chamber and bore?

Well, it's mostly about cutting costs, and a lot of AR companies don't chrome line their bores for the same reason, they just don't tell you. But there is an advantage of a non-chromed bore vs chrome, accuracy tends to be a little better without the slippery chrome effects.

 

[mattsbox99]

Since .223/5.56 is not corrosive like the ComBloc cartridges, chrome lining isn't necessary. Most people don't use their AR15s in combat either, so lengthy periods between cleaning aren't a factor.