{"id":232,"date":"2022-09-08T23:02:34","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T23:02:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=232"},"modified":"2022-09-08T23:02:34","modified_gmt":"2022-09-08T23:02:34","slug":"throwback-thursday-springfield-saint-ar-15","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guncoupons.net\/?p=232","title":{"rendered":"Throwback Thursday: Springfield SAINT AR-15"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"article-image\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p>Among the most modern rifles and a great seller across the board, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/springfield-armory-saint-ar-15-.2235.56-nato-semi-auto-rifle-16-barrel-30-rounds-black\/FC-706397927066.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Springfield SAINT<\/a> is by any standard a pacesetter. The SAINT has been in service for around six years and has received quite a bit of attention. The SAINT has been very successful in a crowded market. <\/p>\n<p>There are less expensive AR rifles, more expensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/firearms\/tactical\/ar-15-rifles\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AR rifles<\/a>, some with a much longer history, but none that represent a better value. The SAINT is popular based on value and performance. The rifle has good features without stepping far off the beaten path. <\/p>\n<p>As an example, while the furniture, developed along with Bravo Company, is good kit with excellent performance, the standard specifications allow easy fitting of anything else you would like in place of the stock furniture.<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-2 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rdf_sep22_ad_mobile.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rdf_sep22_ad_mobile.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"227\" alt=\"Springfield SAINT AR-15\" class=\"wp-image-69804 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C363&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C106&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C272&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C544&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C726&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1266%2C449&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C53&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3.jpg?resize=640%2C227&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"227\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3.jpg?resize=640%2C227&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Springfield SAINT AR-15\" class=\"wp-image-69804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C363&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C106&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C272&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C544&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C726&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1266%2C449&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C53&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1-3-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption><em>The SAINT is a reliable and attractive AR rifle option.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Springfield SAINT Features<\/h2>\n<p>The trigger, safety, slide lock, barrel, and all internal parts are standard AR-15, interchangeable with a host of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/ar-15\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aftermarket parts<\/a>. The SAINT has been upgraded to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/springfield-armory-saint-victor-ar-15-5.56-semi-auto-rifle-16-barrel--m-lok-freefloat-bcm-grip-and-stock-black\/FC-706397925505.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Victor<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/springfield-saint-edge-5.56-nato-semi-auto-rifle-16-barrel-30-rounds-m-lok-hand-guard-black\/FC-706397913649.html?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edge<\/a> models, each offering excellent performance with the basic SAINT operating features. <\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-1 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--Mid Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rdf_sep22_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rdf_sep22_ad.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>The rifle isn\u2019t going to exhibit corrosion under most conditions, as the Melonite finish is proven durable and effective in combating the elements.<\/p>\n<h2>SAINT Gas System<\/h2>\n<p>The SAINT feels right in the hands, without anything that rattles or feels out of place. When you take the proper long forward grip that allows such good control with the AR-15, the forend is comfortable and offers an excellent gripping surface. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"AR sight\" class=\"wp-image-69807 jetpack-lazy-image\" width=\"640\" height=\"705\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=929%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 929w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=272%2C300&amp;ssl=1 272w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=768%2C846&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=835%2C920&amp;ssl=1 835w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=150%2C165&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?w=1088&amp;ssl=1 1088w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=640%2C705&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=640%2C705&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"AR sight\" class=\"wp-image-69807\" width=\"640\" height=\"705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=929%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 929w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=272%2C300&amp;ssl=1 272w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=768%2C846&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=835%2C920&amp;ssl=1 835w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?resize=150%2C165&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4-1.jpg?w=1088&amp;ssl=1 1088w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption><em>The SAINT features useful iron sights as issued.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>After much research, the rifle was designed with a mid-length <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/ar-15-gas-system-identification-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gas system<\/a>. This system is often used with a 16-inch carbine-length barrel, as this system operates with lower pressure than the carbine-length system. Springfield claims the mid-length system lowers recoil compared to a carbine-length gas system. I cannot detect much difference between recoil in any <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/only-have-one-ar-15-edition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AR rifle<\/a>, but just the same, control is excellent with the Springfield SAINT 5.56mm rifle. Custom makers with far more experience than I, tell me the advantage of the mid-length gas system is that lowered operating pressure isn\u2019t as hard on small parts and moving parts. <\/p>\n<p>The barrel is a good tight fit. The gas block is pinned, rather than screwed on. The gas block, then, isn\u2019t going to rotate or become loose.<\/p>\n<h2>Springfield SAINT Trigger<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/ar-15\/lower-parts\/triggers\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trigger<\/a> action on the four examples I have tested extensively, break consistently at 6.5 to seven pounds. There is some creep, and yet this is among the better factory AR triggers in overall feel. The parts are coated at Springfield and are high quality in fit and finish. There is no grit and excess creep. The good news is the trigger has smoothed up with use. <\/p>\n<p>The trigger is well-suited to a rifle intended as an everyday working rifle for those interested in performance and value. The rifle is ready to go out of the box with flip-up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/ar-15\/sights-and-scopes\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">iron sights<\/a>. These sights are easily adjusted and work well at typical personal defense ranges to 100 yards or a little more. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" alt=\"Springfield SAINT Closeup\" class=\"wp-image-69805 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C858&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1144&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=1266%2C707&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2.jpg?resize=640%2C358&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2.jpg?resize=640%2C358&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Springfield SAINT Closeup\" class=\"wp-image-69805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C572&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C168&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C429&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C858&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1144&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=1266%2C707&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption><em>The SAINT and TRUGLO optic make a fine combination.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The rifle accepts all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/ar-15\/magazines\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AR-15 magazines<\/a>. The stock is no surprise. The BCM Gunfighter from Bravo Company is a six-position telescoping stock. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/parts-by-gun-model\/ar-15\/stocks\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">stock<\/a> is high on possible sling mounting options. The pistol grip is well designed, a few steps above the GI unit, and allows good control in all firing stances and techniques. The handle is more arched than flat and comfortable for all hand sizes.<\/p>\n<h2>Accuracy and Reliability<\/h2>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/gun-care\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">clean and lubricated<\/a> AR-15 rifle is a model of reliability. All of the rifles I own have never failed to feed, chamber, fire, or eject. The Springfield SAINT is no exception. The rifle has proven reliable with a wide range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ammunition<\/a> from 36 to 80-grain bullets and ammunition from a dozen makers. <\/p>\n<p>I have fired the rifle in both slow fire and fast-paced, dynamic shooting drills. The Springfield SAINT as issued has delivered excellent results. The only change I have made with the rifle is to add a TRUGLO Omnia 6 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/parts-and-accessories\/scopes-and-optics\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scope<\/a>. This scope offers excellent value and accuracy potential. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"320\" alt=\"5.56 NATO Ammo\" class=\"wp-image-69806 jetpack-lazy-image\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C512&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C384&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1266%2C633&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C75&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3.jpg?resize=640%2C320&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3.jpg?resize=640%2C320&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"5.56 NATO Ammo\" class=\"wp-image-69806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C512&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C150&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C384&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1266%2C633&amp;ssl=1 1266w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C75&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/3-3-scaled.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption><em>The rifle is most accurate with 68 to 69-grain loads, particularly handloads.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>I have engaged in several range sessions devoted to absolute accuracy, firing from a solid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/range-gear\/shooting-rests\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">benchrest<\/a>, and attempting to achieve the best accuracy possible. Results have been interesting. <\/p>\n<p>The rifle hasn\u2019t been particularly accurate with 36 to 40-grain Varmint loads, no surprise there, but it is accurate enough for popping pests to perhaps 200 yards. With the general run of 55-grain FMJ generic loads, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/winchester\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winchester<\/a> white box loading, average accuracy is around 1.5 to 1.7 inches at 100 yards for a three-shot group. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/federal\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal<\/a> American Eagle is in the same category. The Federal 62-grain Green Tip is slightly more accurate. <\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-4 ai-viewport-2 ai-viewport-3\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Mobile and Tablet--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/contest.html?cid=contest?utm_source=CTD_Blog_AD&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=blog_range_day_friday_mobile&amp;utm_content=square\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rdf_sep22_ad_mobile.jpg?w=640&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rdf_sep22_ad_mobile.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3 ai-viewport-1\" style=\"margin: 8px auto; text-align: center; display: block; clear: both;\">\n<!--End of Article Ad for Desktop--><br \/>\n<a target=\"\u201d_blank\u201d\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/rebate-central.html\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"center\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/win_ts22_rebate.jpg?w=500&amp;is-pending-load=1#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\" jetpack-lazy-image\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/win_ts22_rebate.jpg?w=500&amp;ssl=1\" align=\"center\" px=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Among the best results are with 68-grain loads. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/hornady\/ammunition\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hornady<\/a> A-MAX has often grouped into less than one inch. The best-recorded group so far has been with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheaperthandirt.com\/reloading\/?utm_source=blog.cheaperthandirt&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">handload<\/a> and the Hornady GMX 50-grain bullet. This load slipped three bullets into .75 inches. <\/p>\n<p>With factory loads, the rifle seems to prefer bullets over 60 grains. I have a few of the Winchester 69-grain JSP load on hand, another brilliantly accurate loading. If I were to hunt deer-sized game with the .223 Remington, this is the load I would choose, based on my friend Roger\u2019s long string of one-shot drops with this load in his Ruger Mini 14. This loading will consistently group into .95 inches at 100 yards. In short, the rifle is plenty accurate enough for any foreseeable chore. <\/p>\n<p>The Springfield SAINT is a winner on every count, a rifle that compliments a careful shooter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What do you think of the Springfield SAINT? Let us know in the comments below!<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s note: This post was originally published in June of 2021. It has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and clarity.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span id=\"tve_leads_end_content\" style=\"display: block; visibility: hidden; border: 1px solid transparent;\"\/><!-- AI CONTENT END 1 -->\n\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.cheaperthandirt.com\/second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=second-look-springfield-saint-ar-15\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Among the most modern rifles and a great seller across the board, the Springfield SAINT is by any standard a pacesetter. The SAINT has been in service for around six years and has received quite a bit of attention. The SAINT has been very successful in a crowded market. 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