Hooker,
You're pretty invested in Sig rifles. Anything interesting to report about the MCX or R556XI? I've had a number of Sig556 (in Original, Classic, and Patrol trim). The early guns had a lot of reliability issues with Wolf ammo (FTE).

50.00 FN FAL

Outstanding choice.

I should correct myself that the FAL is a IMBEL FAL built by AZ Expert Arms with a 18" barrel. Still sexy and one of my favorites as it has run flawlessly.
I'm so used to calling it a FN FAL, as in FUN FAL.

The Sig 716 Patrol was my first SIG rifle. It has had zero problems. Quite a bit more accurate than the FAL, especially since I put in a Hogan single stage trigger. Scoped it with a Vortex Viper PST 1-4x24.
The 556XI Russian is a second gen. Was looking to get a BMW of the AK's. The first 300 rounds, it had about a 10% FTF, FTE rate, regardless of magazine or ammo. Sent it back to Sig and got it back in about two weeks. The next 400 rounds had one FTE that I would attribute to 60's era Chinese surplus. Really like the gun but need to fire it some more. Long heavy trigger that will be replaced and will replace the safety selector also. Put a Viper Spitfire on it.
The MCX was my Christmas present to myself. Mounted a Burris 1-4x24 Fullfield TAC 30 on it. About 400 rounds of 55gr. reloads and British SS109. No problems except for, it did not like one H&K Mag, with failures to feed. May just need to adjust it a little but since it runs well in the M4 I just moved it over to its kit.Have never tried Wolf in .556 . Really like the ergos, but wrapped para cord on the top of the skeleton stock. Like the ability to side fold it and put in the Hazard 4 pack. Low profile but still too tactical looking. Just put in a ALG defense trigger to replace the 9lb. OEM.
Been wanting to try some different piston guns other than all the D.I. AR's that I built. Generally satisfied with the SIG's and like the sexy style.

Hey Hooker, how do you like the Vortex Spitfire? I put an Aimpoint on my CX4 carbine and didn't really like it. It was an OLD scope, one I've probably had for 15 years or better. Looking for something that will fit between front and rear sight (11 inches) of my rifle. I also really like the Lucid technologies HD7 Gen III.

Randy, the Aimpoint T-1 weighs 3.0 ounces and is about 3" long. Battery life is 5 years on setting 8 of 10.

Dang Gary, Wish I was a safe cracker!

Just looked it up OUCH! The Vortex and Lucid offerings are more in my working man's price range. Think I might hold out for the Lucid HD7 Gen III. My birthday is not much over a month away, I might have to start dropping "Hints".

They're really not worth getting shot or thrown in prison over.

Trijicon

I've always found that Trijicon NS dim quicker. I think their "window" is smaller and makes dimming more noticeable.

P225 is a great gun.

I have problems getting even light on each side of the front sight and the elevation (Unless it's all black) gives me fits. I had a Ruger Redhawk back in the 80's I put a gold bead and shallow V on and LOVED IT. Wish I still had that gun.

First Sig I ever owned and it's my most favorite handgun. USED to have a P229 in 40 cal but sold it to a guy at church about 6 years ago.

My P229 40s were unreliable.

Siglite Night Sights from that time period are Trijicon made.

After professing my love for a bead/Shallow V sight, you think the XS sights are OK?

I can't remember what they are stamped but I still think they are Trijicon or meprolite.

That's why we are always pestering you for your thoughts on things. You HAVE BEEN THERE AND DONE THAT.

What specifically did you NOT like about the XS "Dot the I" sights?

They might be, but that wasn't OEM. Someone added them. Nothing wrong with this.

I'd rather have just a front dot. The post rear is slow for me. This could be because I've been shooting 3 dots for 20+ years.

XS big dot front sights WILL crack on the white area. Trust me. Don't bang your gun around.

Oh yeah, they were added when Quintrall worked on the gun for me. Sorry, I forgot to say that.

Well Crap! I shoot a bead shallow V REAL well. Wonder how durable the standard dot would be?

I always had a difficult time getting POI-Elevation correct with post dot sights when firing under pressure. Three dots are an align, squeeze deal. Post dot is align, muzzle tilt deal.

Seconds count when Bubba is charging you with his broken crack pipe.

It's okay. We make exceptions for old timers.

Dang Gary, Wish I was a safe cracker!

Just looked it up OUCH! The Vortex and Lucid offerings are more in my working man's price range. Think I might hold out for the Lucid HD7 Gen III. My birthday is not much over a month away, I might have to start dropping "Hints".

Been looking at the Leupold 1.25-4x20 VX-R patrol, about $600, but way less expensive than the mark 4,6,&8
Currently have 1X4's by Vortex and Burris, not bad But I like my Leupolds better.

I have 45Acp HK handguns, but don't really use them for anything. I've given up on the 9 vs 45 debate. I shoot 9mm better; they're easier to carry and conceal, and the ammo is lighter and cheaper...plus higher capacity mags.

For me the debate is over. I have 9 and 45, but I use 9.