716 DMR Gen 1 Questions
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Hello all, first post and I am glad to be on the Sig forum.
I purchased the DMR gen 1 right before the gen 2's came out, which was bad research on my part but I still have a 716, so I'll live
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I love my 716, a piston driven machine that has performed flawlessly. My original reason for purchase was dropping multiple hogs at one sitting, and if I am in a comfortable shooting position the bacon does not have a chance.
I love my DMR's accuracy and reliability, but its just too dang heavy. My question is does anyone have suggestions or previous experience shedding a few lbs off my DMR? I continuously search for a lighter quad rail but cannot find any for a DMR Gen 1.
I will post pictures if y'all would like to see.
I purchased the DMR gen 1 right before the gen 2's came out, which was bad research on my part but I still have a 716, so I'll live
. I love my 716, a piston driven machine that has performed flawlessly. My original reason for purchase was dropping multiple hogs at one sitting, and if I am in a comfortable shooting position the bacon does not have a chance.
I love my DMR's accuracy and reliability, but its just too dang heavy. My question is does anyone have suggestions or previous experience shedding a few lbs off my DMR? I continuously search for a lighter quad rail but cannot find any for a DMR Gen 1.
I will post pictures if y'all would like to see.
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Phillipl I would love to have that problem..hopefully soon
Here are a few pics. The glass I have on now Vortex Viper 4-16 x 44. Had to put the 25 rd mag in for those who like the mean look
Here are a few pics. The glass I have on now Vortex Viper 4-16 x 44. Had to put the 25 rd mag in for those who like the mean look
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Thanks guys, atleast the weight takes the recoil out a bit..lol
I have considered machining the quad rail out a little, but I sure wouldn't want to mess anything up. I've never attempted to take the rail off, would it be more that just a few hex key screws?
I have considered machining the quad rail out a little, but I sure wouldn't want to mess anything up. I've never attempted to take the rail off, would it be more that just a few hex key screws?
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Seriously it is a great gun. I have one and love it but it is quite heavy. I only hunt with mine when I won't have to walk too far (same for my Lapua).
I would not "chop mine up". I did get a good sling that helps somewhat. We're getting ready to go on our annual pig hunt. A 28 year old Army captain will be carrying my 716 and I a 45-70.
I would not "chop mine up". I did get a good sling that helps somewhat. We're getting ready to go on our annual pig hunt. A 28 year old Army captain will be carrying my 716 and I a 45-70.
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The weight of the 716 is actually good as it helps absorbs some of the recoil.
If you compare the Patrol to the DMR, the weight related main differences are:
DMR has
- thicker barrel
- longer Barrel
- longer handguard
- Magpul PRS instead of SIG/MOE/depends on version.
Now looking at the tech specs, the weight difference between the two is two pounds (patrol 9.2, dmr 11.2). Equals 32oz.
Magpul PRS = 27.8 oz
Magpul CTR = 8.8 oz
So 19 out of 32oz could be saved by just deciding whether or not you need the fully adjustable stock. Would affect weight - and balance of course. More nose heavy.
Let´s look at the remaining 13oz:
I don´t have access to hard data, but would assume that the difference due to a) barrel length and diameter vs. b) longer handguard is at least a 50-50 split between the two. So as you are unlikely to change the barrel, that leaves you with an estimated 6.5oz difference for the handguard. I´d say having a full or empty magazine easily eats that up, I wouldn´t bother.
However, for grip comfort, you may decide to get rif of the quadrail and get something smoother. I for myself like the quad design, as it gives really good grip even when wet, sweaty, muddy, you get the idea.
DMR has
- thicker barrel
- longer Barrel
- longer handguard
- Magpul PRS instead of SIG/MOE/depends on version.
Now looking at the tech specs, the weight difference between the two is two pounds (patrol 9.2, dmr 11.2). Equals 32oz.
Magpul PRS = 27.8 oz
Magpul CTR = 8.8 oz
So 19 out of 32oz could be saved by just deciding whether or not you need the fully adjustable stock. Would affect weight - and balance of course. More nose heavy.
Let´s look at the remaining 13oz:
I don´t have access to hard data, but would assume that the difference due to a) barrel length and diameter vs. b) longer handguard is at least a 50-50 split between the two. So as you are unlikely to change the barrel, that leaves you with an estimated 6.5oz difference for the handguard. I´d say having a full or empty magazine easily eats that up, I wouldn´t bother.
However, for grip comfort, you may decide to get rif of the quadrail and get something smoother. I for myself like the quad design, as it gives really good grip even when wet, sweaty, muddy, you get the idea.
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