First Look: SIG Sauer MCX-SPEAR 6.8X51

If you like to have civilian versions of military issue rifles, then SIG will you covered with their latest release. The new MCX-SPEAR is based on the U.S. Army’s Next Generation Squad Weapon, the XM7. It’s chambered in 6.8X51mm, also known as .277 SIG Fury on the civilian market, just like its military counterpart. Take … Read more

What A Deep Dive on China’s QBZ-191 Service Rifle Can Teach Us About the Army’s New XM5

In late April, the United States Army announced that they’ll be replacing the M4 and other M16-based rifles with the SIG Sauer MCX SPEAR, chambered for new ammunition, the 6.8x51mm Common Cartridge (AKA .277 SIG Fury). The change will be limited to close combat forces, defined as basically anyone who gets in line-of-sight with the … Read more