SIG Sauer SIG 716 PATROL 7.62 16” Semi-Auto Short Stroke Piston AR10 Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,026.01
LSB#: WY240910MM010
Make: Sig Sauer Inc.
Model: SIG 716 PATROL
Serial Number: 22C017621
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .308 Win / 7.62×51 NATO
Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Short Stroke Gas piston operated, with Bullet Button fed by AR10 pattern magazines.
Barrel Length: 16.5”, 18” with A2 flash hider.
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 22C017621”. The stock is marked “SIG SAUER”.
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, Sig pistol grip with storage, and a Sig Sopmod style collapsible stock with dual storage tubes, rubber butt pad, a 16” LOP at full extension and sloped ambi cheek shelves. The rifle has 8 qd sling cups. The lower has a left side safety, and bolt catch, with a right side Bullet Button magazine release. The furniture shows some mild handling wear, and some discoloration from age with no notable marks. Overall the furniture is in Very Good + condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: This rifle includes one 10 round magpul magazine in Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Anodized Black
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. There are minor visible lines from use with some carbon build up on the A2 flash hider, the feed ramps are smooth and shiny. The case deflector shows some minor brass fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The barrel and muzzle device show some minor handling wear, the gas block shows some verdigris near the gas adjustment and detent and near the ports. The finish shows a few minor marks where the finish has been chipped off on the left rail, the left side of the upper, the rear of the ejection port, and the bottom of the magazine well. The screw heads are sharp and the pins are unmarred. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle would rate in Very good + to Excellent condition if not for the mechanical issue please read below.
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. This rifle has a Bullet Button magazine release which requires a tool to remove the magazine. This part can be replaced with a regular magazine release. This rifle’s gas control is currently frozen in place. I was able to unstick the detent but not the gas adjustment itself. This should be easily repaired by properly lubricating the part. This should be repaired by a competent gunsmith prior to use.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes one magazine.
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 SIG pistol grip is ergonomically designed for comfort and control, while the SIG 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.
