SIG Sauer 716 PATROL FDE 7.62 16” Semi-Auto Short Stroke Piston AR10 Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,425.00
LSB#: LSB260221TP029
Make: Sig Sauer Inc.
Model: SIG 716 PATROL
Serial Number: 22C006821
Year of Manufacture: 11-30-2012
Caliber: .308 Win / 7.62×51 NATO
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Short Stroke Gas piston operated, ambi lower, fed by AR10 pattern magazines.
Barrel Length: 16.5”, 18” with A2 flash hider, the flash hider is improperly timed.
Markings: The barrel is marked “7.62 NATO 1/10””. The Quad rail is marked “SIG SAUER”. The left side of the lower is marked “ SIG SAUER SIG 716 7.62 NATO SIG SAUER INC EXETER, NH, USA 22C006821”. The stock is marked “MAGPUL ACS”. The pistol grip is marked “MAGPUL MIAD”.
Sights / Optics: The top of the rifle has a 16.5” uninterrupted picatinny rail for the mounting of optics and accessories. Currently mounted to the top of the gas block is a flip up adjustable post back up iron sight. The rear sight is a flip up dual aperture rear sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set on this rifle includes a 7.5” quad rail forend with ladder rail covers, Magpul MIAD pistol grip with storage, and a Magpul ACS collapsible stock with dual storage tubes, rubber butt pad, a 16” LOP at full extension and sloped ambi cheek shelves. The rifle has 6 qd sling cups. The furniture shows some very minor handling and some minor discoloration from storage with no notable marks. Overall the furniture is in Excelent+-Like New condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle includes 5 x 20 round Magpul mags. Two sand colored ones in new in bag condition. One sand and one black both in Excellent condition and one black mag in New in bag condition.
Type of Finish: FDE
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. The feed ramps are smooth and shiny showing minor copper marks. The case deflector shows a few minor marks. The bolt face is mostly clean. If this rifle has been fired outside of factory testing it was very little. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains 99% of its metal finish. The rear edge of the upper shows some minor rub wear from the charging handle. As stated above the muzzle device is improperly timed. The barrel shows some surface level lines. The markings are clear and the pins are un-marred. Overall the rifle is in Excellent-Excellent+ condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes the serialized box, cable lock with keys, 5 magazines, MIAD box and accessories, manual, ladder style rail covers, and yellow chamber flag.
Our Assessment: The SIG SAUER 716 Patrol in .308 Winchester is a robust semi-automatic rifle designed for versatility and reliability in both tactical and sporting applications. Featuring a 16.5-inch barrel with an A2 flash hider, the rifle is optimized to balance manageable recoil with sufficient barrel length for effective .308 ballistics at medium to long ranges. The 716’s gas-piston operating system offers improved reliability over traditional direct impingement systems, reducing fouling in the action and making it ideal for harsher conditions.
Equipped with a quad-rail forend, the SIG 716 provides ample space for mounting accessories such as optics, grips, lights, and lasers, allowing users to customize the rifle to their specific needs. The MIAD pistol grip is ergonomically designed for comfort and control, while the ACS collapsible stock offers adjustability to tailor the length of pull, making it well-suited for various shooting positions and user preferences.
The 716 series, known for its durable construction, offers the stopping power of the .308 round in a semi-automatic platform, making it popular with law enforcement and recreational shooters alike. It is versatile enough to perform well in both close-quarters situations and at longer distances, bridging the gap between AR-15-style rifles and larger, traditional battle rifles. To better understand this rifle please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.