Economy SIG: The MP48 at the Range

Published on April 16, 2022
Duration: 4:56

The SIG MP48 is an 'economy' submachine gun developed in the 1940s to reduce production costs. Despite its design goals, it features a surprisingly instinctive progressive trigger allowing for both single shots and full-auto fire. Its compact nature, lighter weight, and unique safety mechanism (folding the magazine forward) make it a controllable and soft-shooting firearm, though its wire stock is less comfortable than traditional wood.

Quick Summary

The SIG MP48 is a rare 'economy' submachine gun from the 1940s, featuring a unique progressive trigger for semi-auto and full-auto fire. Its safety mechanism involves folding the magazine forward, and despite its cost-saving design, it's noted for being soft-shooting and controllable.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The SIG MP48 History
  2. 00:43Design Features: Folding Mag Well & Rate of Fire
  3. 01:16Range Test: Progressive Trigger & Full Auto
  4. 02:16Controls: Safety Mechanism & Wire Stock
  5. 03:01Handling & Magazine Compatibility
  6. 04:06Conclusion: Soft Shooting Economy SMG

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SIG MP48?

The SIG MP48 is a rare, 'economy' model submachine gun developed by SIG in the 1940s. It aimed to reduce production costs while retaining functionality, featuring a unique progressive trigger and a folding magazine safety.

How does the SIG MP48's trigger work?

The MP48 has a progressive trigger. A short pull allows for single shots, while pulling the trigger fully engages the full-auto mode. This system was found to be surprisingly instinctive by the reviewer.

What is the safety mechanism on the SIG MP48?

The SIG MP48 lacks a manual safety lever. Instead, folding the magazine forward acts as the safety, preventing a round from being chambered. This unique design ensures the firearm is safe when not in use.

Is the SIG MP48 easy to control?

Yes, despite being an economy model and capable of full-auto fire, the SIG MP48 is described as soft-shooting, controllable, and comfortable to handle. Its lighter weight contributes to its manageable recoil.

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