[Thirsty Traveler]

Hello,

I’m new to this forum. I’ve been researching to purchase my first 5.56. I’ve narrowed it down to the Sig M400 Tread. What sold me was price and performance/reliability. I would like a rifle that’s very good out of the box, and under $1K. I am open to future upgrades, but want to be happy with a factory setup from the getgo!

I considered other brands, at a less expensive price, but I know I will only be disappointed and buy a ton of upgrades just to make it a decent shooter. (Like I did to my 9mm PCC)!

Any advice you guys/gals can give me would be greatly appreciated!

TT

 

[Lancer L5 AWM]

The m400 TREAD is a very good rifle, especially for the price.

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[GLD1980]

Are you able to take advantage of LE/MIL purchase programs?

 

[scgcorti95]

FFL here, and a personal Tread owner here.

The Tread is hands down the best DI 5.56 AR-15 for the price. Miles ahead of any AR to ever come from Ruger or Smith. 100% on par with FN. hundreds of rounds through mine, very accurate, mild recoil, excellent finish and quality components. Consistent rifle.

 

[Thirsty Traveler]

Are you able to take advantage of LE/MIL purchase programs?

not sure, I was LE for 8yrs then transferred to the fire department. What’s the criteria to qualify, and where can I apply?

thanks,

TT

 

[Oldrider]

not sure, I was LE for 8yrs then transferred to the fire department. What’s the criteria to qualify, and where can I apply?

thanks,

TT

I'm sure that you can qualify for a first responder discount. SIG has the SIG Professional Program, and many dealers also have LE/First Responders discounts. You'll have to check each one to determine eligibility.

I've had a Tread for about a year and the only thing I've done to it was put on a SIG MSR red-dot sight and changed the stock to a MFT Minimalist. Last fall I was at a corporate shooting event and my Tread outshot a number of custom ARs.

 

[Thirsty Traveler]

Are you able to take advantage of LE/MIL purchase programs?

I went on Sigs website and found LE inquiry page. I sent in my past employment history, waiting for a response.

thanks again!

TT

 

[Thirsty Traveler]

I'm sure that you can qualify for a first responder discount. SIG has the SIG Professional Program, and many dealers also have LE/First Responders discounts. You'll have to check each one to determine eligibility.

I've had a Tread for about a year and the only thing I've done to it was put on a SIG MSR red-dot sight and changed the stock to a MFT Minimalist. Last fall I was at a corporate shooting event and my Tread outshot a number of custom ARs.

I was just responding as this came up on my email! Thanks,

yea, leaning towards the SigM400 either way. It seems like the best value for the class that it’s in. I just poured so much money in to my Kel Tec Sub2K PCC, but I should’ve held off and purchased the Sig, but I’m super happy with it now, so it was worth the time and money spent, (just should’ve waited)

I’m in no rush to buy, just want to make the right decision. Wife doesn’t mind me spending money on firearms, she just doesn’t like when I make purchase after purchase, so I’ll wait a month or 2. Till then I’ll keep asking questions!

TT

 

[TacoJoe]

I went on Sigs website and found LE inquiry page. I sent in my past employment history, waiting for a response.

thanks again!

TT

You should be eligible for the Sig APP program with your years of service as law enforcement. Here’s are two links to great examples of an APP sites. If you can use the APP program I highly recommend you use it.

Sig Sauer Armed Professional Program

Register and obtain discounted pricing on Sig Sauer firearms through the Armed Professional Program.

thesigapp.com

Proven Arms and Outfitters | Formerly Quantico Tactical

We specialize in rifles, pistols, tactical gear and more. We have a large assortment of AR15 parts, AR15 accessories, AR15 grips, AR15 stocks, AR15 uppers, AR15 lowers, pistols, pistol grips, holsters, bags, packs, tactical apparel and more.

www.provenoutfitters.com

 

[Thirsty Traveler]

You should be eligible for the Sig APP program with your years of service as law enforcement. Here’s are two links to great examples of an APP sites. If you can use the APP program I highly recommend you use it.

Sig Sauer Armed Professional Program

Register and obtain discounted pricing on Sig Sauer firearms through the Armed Professional Program.

thesigapp.com

Proven Arms and Outfitters | Formerly Quantico Tactical

We specialize in rifles, pistols, tactical gear and more. We have a large assortment of AR15 parts, AR15 accessories, AR15 grips, AR15 stocks, AR15 uppers, AR15 lowers, pistols, pistol grips, holsters, bags, packs, tactical apparel and more.

www.provenoutfitters.com

WOW!, thanks Joe! Will look into it!

 

[TacoJoe]

WOW!, thanks Joe! Will look into it!

You should check your eligibility with each dealer. These websites will explain what is required for proof for them to sell you a firearm.

 

[Thirsty Traveler]

You should check your eligibility with each dealer. These websites will explain what is required for proof for them to sell you a firearm.

Thanks again, yeah, I get one at Kel Tech and my local BassPro also, (but not online orders at BP). I keep forgetting to ask!

TT

 

[Thirsty Traveler]

Thanks again, yeah, I get one at Kel Tech and my local BassPro also, (but not online orders at BP). I keep forgetting to ask!

TT

It’s usually 10% across the board with these LE /1st Rspd discounts

 

[GLD1980]

Thanks @TacoJoe for giving him the links....

@Thirsty Traveler
Joe is the main reason I own more SIG's😎!

 

[TacoJoe]

Thanks @TacoJoe for giving him the links....

@Thirsty Traveler
Joe is the main reason I own more SIG's😎!

I’m a bad influence I guess. 😂