Breaking in the Saint | Springfield Armory

Published on February 2, 2017
Duration: 1:58

This guide, presented by Stephanie Reed and Steve Horseman of Springfield Armory, outlines the recommended break-in procedure for the Saint rifle. The core recommendation is to shoot the rifle with approximately 100-200 rounds, focusing on function and avoiding mag dumps. After this initial period, using quality ammunition will reveal the rifle's inherent accuracy, which is expected to be around one minute of angle after a few hundred rounds.

Quick Summary

To best break in your Springfield Armory Saint rifle, apply lubricant to the bolt carrier group and shoot approximately 100-200 rounds. Focus on function, not precision, and avoid rapid fire. This process smooths the Melanite barrel's minor imperfections, and the rifle is expected to achieve around one minute of angle accuracy after a few hundred rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:02Introduction and Question
  2. 00:19Steve Horseman's Break-in Advice
  3. 00:25Melanite Barrel Explanation
  4. 00:46Personal Break-in Experience
  5. 00:56Accuracy Testing with PMC Ammo
  6. 01:11Expected Accuracy After Break-in
  7. 01:17Recommended Shooting Procedure
  8. 01:35Lubrication and Final Tips
  9. 01:43Focus on Marksmanship Basics
  10. 01:48Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended way to break in a new Springfield Armory Saint rifle?

The best way to break in a new Springfield Armory Saint rifle is to shoot it. Apply lubricant to the bolt carrier group, then go to the range and fire approximately 100-200 rounds, focusing on function rather than precision. Avoid rapid fire to prevent overheating the barrel.

Why is breaking in the barrel of a Springfield Armory Saint important?

The Saint rifle features a Melanite finished barrel. This finish can have minor surface imperfections that are not visible to the naked eye. Shooting the rifle helps to smooth out these imperfections, leading to improved accuracy and performance over time.

How much accuracy can I expect from a Springfield Armory Saint after breaking it in?

After a proper break-in period of around 100-200 rounds, the Springfield Armory Saint rifle is expected to achieve accuracy of approximately one minute of angle (MOA). Using quality ammunition after this period will help you assess its true potential.

Should I do mag dumps when breaking in my new Springfield Armory Saint?

No, it is not recommended to perform mag dumps when breaking in your new Springfield Armory Saint rifle. The advice is to shoot a moderate number of rounds, focusing on function, and avoid getting the barrel excessively hot through rapid, sustained fire.

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