The Sig M400 Tread

[@locksmithdb5987]

Hey everyone! If you don't know, this guy REALLY knows what he's talking about. I trust him completely when it comes to honest firearm reviews.

[@pawngrabber226]

All my rifles are semiauto plactic hightec stuff like my LWRC IC enchanced,I was telling my wife months before Christmas. I could not believe it,after telling me for years that I had too many firearms,she surprised me this Christmas with a Henry bigboy in 44 mag,what a wonderful wife I have,love her so much! ps I got her pots and pans for Christmas.

[@gilbertcarmona4177]

Atta boy. I got mine the dust pan broom combo. Go ahead baby, sweep something!. Life is good boys life is good.

[@InfoBlox762]

I gave mine a brand new vacuum and had her use her built in vaccum on my snake.

[@jeff-ph9bc]

Excellent and informative video covering many perspectives of the Tread I wanted to know. Perhaps my favorite review of the Tread. Thanks very much!

[@Fast48-1]

Thanks for your excellent review! Love my Tread!!

[@locksmithdb5987]

I love how sig puts that plunger in the lower to keep the upper and lower tight!

[@1977Yakko]

It makes pulling the pin out for disassembly a bit tight but it's a welcome tradeoff to keep the upper and lower tight without any wobble.

[@charlesprice7608]

I pulled mine out just to check the fit, still no wobble or rattle. They spent god knows how much in research, it must be there for a reason. So I put it back! MAC thinks he knows better than Sig and threw it out 🤦‍♂️

[@AustinTXRealEstatebyFelix]

This, this is the Review i was searching for.

[@DEATH_TO_TYRANTS]

Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Bartocci. Happy New year.

[@mtn-endeavors67]

Most informational video on this firearm. Thank you

[@worddunlap]

I guess I'm glad I got my SIG AR before this reported QC issue. Mine is flawless. I absolutely went over it with a magnifier. It was one of the first M400 sold in the USA. My only complaint was the phosphate finished BCG. I love the ENHANCED aspects. The receiver tightener and enhancement to the extension that helps with extraction.

[@ballisticapex8138]

The BCG of TREAD is Nitride coated

[@worddunlap]

@@ballisticapex8138 How has it performed?

[@ballisticapex8138]

@@worddunlap its alright , But its an AR15 Bolt not a M16, I switched it with a Sharps Xtreme BCG S7 Steel in DLC Coating.

[@worddunlap]

@@ballisticapex8138 I changed the BCG with a BRO-BCG with a NiB coating. It wipes clean now, even the tail of the bolt.

[@ryanwaddell6278]

My TREAD been great going to get lwrc m6 ic di tomorrow. Hopefully it's still there if not IL get the ddm4v7

[@pescad0]

Finally something they probably won't have to recall

[@floridaplumber7512]

Thanks for best reviews on INTERNET

[@DEATH_TO_TYRANTS]

I agree. There are some other great channels that are small and need our support. Check out Mishaco and Kit Badger

[@TheDoorspook11c]

@@DEATH_TO_TYRANTS mishaco definitely!

[@DEATH_TO_TYRANTS]

@@TheDoorspook11c I found out about Mishaco thru Mr. Bartocci. I LOVE his channel. My top 5 KZbin channels (not in any order) are: Small Arms Solutions, Forgotten Weapons, Mishaco, Inrangetv, and Kit Badger. They all deserve the fame/success of the big channels like IV8888, Demolition ranch, etc.

[@justanotherinternetexpert7743]

Ohh man I totally agree they are by far the most technical and informative reviews great job SMALL ARMS!

[@frankdardano3182]

Get a 150.00 handguard, a cmc trigger, and radial charger, and a Sig red dot, and you are ready for for zombies of all kinds. This rifle is fantastic, I bought the original, had to get new handguard,new trigger, it was 9 lbs, no kiddin, now its 2 and a half lbs. The trigger is the lightest in a rifle I have ever fired,its as light as my springfield .45, and its tricked out in every way, plus a trigger job! So get ready to spend around 1200 bucks for a good one, or get a cheaper gun. Like .45s you can only do so much. I think the tread with maybe your personal upgrades, is a good way to go.

[@elitetrader5468]

Things that concern me about Sig these days and past several years: 1. Quality control 2. They try to make EVERYTHING. I mean, they are the Amazon of guns. How can you truly be excellent at one thing if you are making EVERYTHING? 3. Way, way, way too many products/guns. Especially guns. Did I mention they make too many models of guns? 4. Turnover of products is HIGH. I bought a MCX back in the day and now there is no product support for it. I wouldn't be surprised if the same thing happens to the Virtus in a couple of years. 5. As far as their rifles go, whatever format they make, there are far better options. DI? Go BCM, DD, KAC, LWRC. Piston AR? Go HK, LWRC, FN SCAR. 7.62 NATO? Go with KAC SR-25, LMT, HK. I do like the P320 FS and SC pistols and I own a P226 Legion and M11-A1. I have no issues with any of these pistols. But for rifles, I look to companies that specialize in them for the most part (HK and FN are obvious exceptions, but they have a much more sensible and streamlined product line not plagued with QC issues)

[@AudibleVisibIe]

Of course those companies are going to make better ARs, most of them are twice the price. Apples, oranges

[@ssharma1384]

@ audiblevisible , it does not matter, there are far better options in the price range the M400 line occupies. Oh, and btw, the high end Sig rifles like the Virtus cost a small fortune.

[@johnviera3884]

Whoever green lit that hand guard cost them a lot of sales.

[@jackd7494]

Well done. Earned my sub.

[@girishdevappa5562]

Thanks for detailed report. Best Regards Girish

[@glocktown21]

Is the Springfield Saint Victor or the Sig M400 a better rifle???! Opinions please......

M-Lok rail comes with the optional front sight.

[@KeanonGilliamSlang369]

I have the pistol version and I was very impressed.

[@mobiusone6154]

The rifle version is also pretty good too, been using it for a year now and it didn't require cleaning until 4000 rounds in

[@KeanonGilliamSlang369]

@@mobiusone6154 Nice! People under estimate how good this rifle is!

[@mobiusone6154]

@@KeanonGilliamSlang369 I should also mention that mud, sand and water tests had it's durability on par with the Daniel Defense rifle it compared with. for a budget rifle and pistol, a great choice if you have an LPVO and good mount beforehand like I did

[@madeintexas1213]

Is the bolt Carrier group nitride or phosphate coated?

[@KeanonGilliamSlang369]

@@madeintexas1213 Bolt carrier is phosphate coated.

[@Talex-jb8bp]

You say it’s a complete Sigg package yet I see you’re using a Magpul magazine and a Magpul stock gotcha. all in good spirit

[@gwpattrick]

Good review as always. Happy new year

[@jake45790]

Thanks for the outstanding review as usual! I'd really like to hear what you think about the FN15 Tactical FDE.

[@lr22same47]

Great review, thank you!

[@NateTheBrewer]

1:8 is definitely fine for 77 grain, I have one rifle with that and it shoots better than my 1:7’s. Wasn’t the 1:7 originally for heavy tracers or something?

Yes.

[@slipperysam1337]

Tread? Is that Sig's version of "no step on snake"? Look at the logo

[@xCRACKER46x]

yeah thats it m8

[@borkwoof696]

Wow, you got it

[@morelor6701]

Very educational

[@racer3212]

Chris, did you ever do a review of the SIG 556 Classic Swat? There is a used one at local gun shop I was interested in. Thank you

[@Foxyroxy-jh1bv]

Cool gun

[@rickkirkman6940]

It looks like you have the the original hand guard. How did you get the Tread yellow and and black logo emblems off and how are they attached?

[@max7209]

I know it's a year late but I noticed no one ever answered you. I own one. The logos on the handguard snap off and on. Simply pull hard. You won't break them.

[@phillewis1768]

Would like to pick this up.

[@regularguy1986]

review larue tactical rifles next

[@d911tru4]

This or the Ruger MPR or the Savage MSR Recon 2.0? Which do you prefer and why?

[@AKlover]

Sig of North America's QC has become a real concern in recent years, the furniture on their previous rifles was throw away garbage to the point you wonder why they even sold it with furniture since the end user is going to throw it away and replace it anyway. I'll just wait on the rifle version of CZ's BREN 2

[@raivkka4313]

I was just at the sig store in NH and was handling the 716 Gen 2 and that rifle was way nicer than the Gen 1. The P229 was a lot nicer than I expected it to be as well. I purchase one of their ambi charging handles for $39 and it pretty darn nice, as nice as my more expensive Aero Ambi that cost more.

[@DEATH_TO_TYRANTS]

Mr. Bartocci, have you heard of the round 8.6 creedmore/blackout? If so, I'd love to know your thoughts on it. Also, I'd love to know your thoughts on it's little brother, 300 blackout.

[@Iiniihelljumper]

Could I switch out the hand guard with a Midwest industries t series’s 15 inch hand guard or no?

[@K1NG4uStiN]

I'm debating between this and the Savage msr recon.

[@d911tru4]

Mee too. Did you decide yet? In my range I have the Ruger MPR also.

[@pd5156]

Whats about RDS/HOLO vs LVP vs ACOG style scope + little RDS on top?

[@jingq2]

Is the BCG semi auto profile?

[@jake45790]

Everything consumer made from SIG has a semi auto profile BCG. I called Sig and asked them.

[@jingq2]

Jake M well that’s a little bit disappointing thank for the information 👍

[@jake45790]

Yea you're telling me. I really don't get why SIG doesn't put full auto BCG's in thier AR's, but it's not my company. I have a feeling it has to do with importing to different countries.

[@justanotherinternetexpert7743]

I think Sig is missing the mark on there lower not being full ambi. It is a bit disappointing with all the competion in the AR market this needs to become standard on any AR that wants to be taken seriously.I am just not seeing the value in this rifle. Looks like a milspec, with a fancy hand guard. In my comsumer opinion! But i want to add that I am so impressed with your reviews when I want to know a technical spec on a rifle your videos are where i look first. You break down each rifle by part and in detail better then any other youtube channel. Thank you for that!!!

[@Deltaworks23]

What are you talking about? The lower has ambidextrous safety and bolt release.

[@justanotherinternetexpert7743]

@@Deltaworks23 nope it has a ambi safety, ambi mag release, but NO ambi bolt hold open or release, it also comes with no ambi charging handle, the lower its self is actually a pretty bone stock milspec lower, with a ambi safety and mag lease installed. But those are parts you can add to any ar rifle they dont require extra mill work like a ambi bolt release would. 👍😀

[@toledo152]

Who manufactures Sig Optics?

[@mauricemaurice123]

1099 Deus Vult Sig does

[@seankiphart]

Holosun

[@889976889]

Do you have the link to the sig back up sights 😯

[@charlesprice7608]

You can find them on sigs website, there $149. I put some UTG low profile flip up aluminum sights on mine for $60 I’m happy with them.

[@CaneCorsoZ]

Subbed

[@Adwrigh]

What length is the gas system?

[@cryalowicki]

Was wondering that myself.

[@indy82nd]

Mid length

Mid length

[@max7209]

His scope is hundreds more expensive than the gun itself.

[@leifhoklin2681]

It’s common for an lpvo to cost as much or more than the rifle it’s on. Good LPVOs aren’t cheap, though I am fond of the vortex crossfire II 1-4x24, and it’s pretty cheap at $200.

[@Tadicuslegion78]

I must admit I am skeptical, if only because Sig’s QC hasn’t been top notch lately. Plus, I will also admit the AR15 market is almost too flooded with options at this moment

[@max7209]

2 years late. But wanted to give my feedback. I own one. I have put 1130 rounds through it and have yet to have an issue. Granted I keep it well maintained and cleaned, but still it's yet to give me an issue. My only problem with it is the handguard heats up a little fast since there are no breather holes all the way down where all the heat is generated upon the bullet being struck. Beyond that it's been a phenomenal purchase

[@showme3143]

A year late but do u prefer the vtac or tread?

[@SmallArmsSolutions]

Showme 314 both good but I would go vtac

[@Michael_JH]

Is this gun worth buying?

[@SmallArmsSolutions]

Absolutely. Good buy. A lot for the price

[@junglejim7664]

Chris, after hearing you specify your preference for pinned gas blocks it got me wondering if any company has produced a barrel with an integral gas block?

[@muddyhotdog4103]

HM defense has their Monobloc barrel with an integral gas block machined onto the barrel.. www.wingtactical.com/firearm-parts/ar-15/barrels/5-56-223-barrels/hm-defense-16-5-56-monobloc-barrel/

[@robh2907]

Not a fan of there quality over the last few years..

[@borkwoof696]

Rob Holveck *their

[@robh2907]

@@borkwoof696 A Teacher ?..lol

[@mauricemaurice123]

Rob Holveck they seem to be winning a ton of contracts though..

[@colbywood7667]

@@mauricemaurice123 because they are offering THEIR stuff at a lower price, nothing to do with quality.

[@GenericBrandDan]

Stay firsty my friends....

[@gulfgunner9829]

I have lost faith in sig... the mcx was the last good gun they released... I hate all of their pistols...

[@raudi]

My MCX was a POS. Upper and lower rattle, horrible accuracy. Sent it back to sig for repairs and then sold it.

[@MatthewSmith-du5dy]

My MCX was grade A dog poop. I carry a German made 226. I’m very confident in its reliability.

[@J14ernandez]

Gulf Gunner I had a p220 carry, the pin that retained the firing pin broke in half only about 150 rounds into the first range trip with it. After that was fixed I was having problems with the hammer dropping when it would be lightly touched, then the decocking lever. I sold that pistol and wish I had just never bought it. Didn’t their slogan used to be hell and back reliability?

[@calebclark6739]

Is anyone really a Sig fan ? I mean, they release different guns every month, Ar’s have fell behind the rest cause they didn’t update them for years. I don’t understand their direction

@Dwayne Elizondo Mountain Dew Herbert Camacho _ that's the SIG Arms marketing people. Unfortunately, we're stuck with marketing people fucking up good products in every industry, not just firearms.

[@LoneWolfRanging]

Caleb Clark they abandoned their historic patrol rifle, for the ar looking platforms. Mehhh.

[@ortiz11039]

I'm a Sig Sauer fanboy but this rifle suck. I like the Sig M400 elite more

[@polaritypictures]

pfft, you can build your own flavor for less.

[@floridaplumber7512]

1st

[@DEATH_TO_TYRANTS]

Not today. Better luck next time amigo.

[@UnforgivingDemon]

The US Military selected the Nightforce Optic not the Sig Optic. I don't know where he got that idea from.

[@HAACKER45]

bearingarms.com/tom-k/2018/05/12/army-picks-sig-optic-designated-marksman-rifles/ It's almost like there are many branches of the military...

[@theduck17]

Nightforce was for a different program, US Army Squad DMR rifle is running this optic (Tango6 1-6x24)

[@UnforgivingDemon]

theduck17 I stand corrected

[@brookebear18B]

Yeah, conventional military chose sig. SOCOM chose the nightforce

[@colbywood7667]

Your obviously bought by sig

[@colbywood7667]

Paying 900 for an ambi lower stainless barrel and mid length gas system, no thanks! Smith and Wesson MnP for 400 less!

[@SmallArmsSolutions]

😂 guess I missed the check! We are bought by no one.

[@colbywood7667]

A back scratching then? 😁

[@SmallArmsSolutions]

Colby Wood nothing. We have never reviewed anything from Sig or anyone else.

[@halfdollar86]

my local store has this rifle for 799 and the MP15 sport 2 for $679 because of the current situation. With the current market we are in and M&p rifles increasing in price this rifles has a place. You are not going to find a M&P sport 2 for 500 bucks right now I don’t think. Also I personally have not seen a Tread for 900 locally.

[@ty.mi11er.]

This is a great review. Thanks!