Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this ULTRA RARE HOLY GRAIL semiautomatic rifle today for a penny start auction, this is the Sigarms SIG AMT!
*ONLY ABOUT 3,000 OF THESE RIFLES WERE EVER IMPORTED INTO THE UNITED STATES*
*ONLY ABOUT 3,000 OF THESE RIFLES WERE EVER IMPORTED INTO THE UNITED STATES*
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Schweizerische Industrie Gessellschaft (SIG) (Imported by Sigarms)
Model: AMT (American Match Target)
Serial: 0334
Date of Manufacture: 1969-1989
Caliber: .308 Win.
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 19.9"
Optics/Sights: Adjustable Rear, Fixed Front
Stock/Grips: French Walnut Stock & Handguard
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Left side of receiver "0334, SIGARMS INC., TYSONS CORNER VA., MADE IN SWITZERLAND"
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
During the period 1954-1957 the Swiss firm of Schweizerische Industrie Gessellschaft (SIG) designed an assault rifle which ultimately became the Sturmgewehr (StGw) 57. The StGw57 was in the 7.5mm Swiss caliber and borrowed ideas from the earlier Spanish CETME Model L and Mauser StG45 rifles. Chief among theses ideas was using a receiver of stamped steel along with delayed-blowback operating system comprised of a bolt assembly utilizing twin locking rollers. These locking rollers are most commonly seen today in H&K rifles.
The Swiss military used the StGw57 from 1957-1986 at which time it was phased out in favor of the newer StGw90 in 5.6 GP90 caliber. However throughout the distinguished 30-year service life of the StGw57 several updates of the basic design took place. These were done to increase its suitability for export purposes onto the global arms market. The updated StGw57, when exported out of Switzerland, then became known as the StGw510. Options available within the 510 series included differing calibers, weight reductions, ergonomic refinements and simplified sighting equipment. There were five versions of the 510. These included:
510-1 Same as the StGw57 but renamed for export purposes
510-2 Lightweight version of the 510-1
510-3 Same as the 510-1 but in 7.62x39 caliber
510-4 Same as the 510-1 but in 7.62mm NATO caliber
510-5 Same as the 510-1 : Mexican Army prototype in the 30-06 caliber
Throughout the period 1969-1989, SIG exported two versions of the 510 into the US. One was the 510-1 which was renamed for sales purposes as the PE57 and remained chambered in 7.5mm Swiss. The other was the 510-4. The remainder of this article will touch on the 510-4 and then detail its refined brother - the superb SIG American Match Target (AMT).
In 1969 several SIG 510-4's, perhaps less than a dozen, were imported into the US. These were legally parallel to the FN "G" series rifle in that they were built around full automatic receivers with semi automatic internals. However, BATF approved these rifles as semi-automatics and therefore not falling under the restrictions of the NFA.
Later in 1969 SIG responded to emerging gun regulations in other countries (notably England and Italy) by slightly modifying the 5 10-4 to make it more "sporting". This included deleting the bayonet mount and rifle grenade rings on the barrel. When imported into the United States this now became the SIG AMT. Benet Arms, SARCO. Osborne Brothers (import marking of "OSS"), Mandall. SIGARMS and Golden State Arms all were AMT importers. It is known that 1,440 AMT's were imported during the period 1969-1978. From 1979-1989 more AMT's were imported although they were reportedly made up of parts which had been manufactured earlier. Total import of the AMT is estimated at 3,000 rifles for the years 1969-89. Even SIG does not know the exact number.
With a high retail price ($348 in the early 1970's and $1700 in 1978) it was very expensive. Colt AR15"s and H&K 91's were selling for well over a thousand dollars less during this same period. For these reasons - small supply and very high cost - the AMT is now one of the rarest military-style rifles in the United States. Market trends indicate that it is now one of the most desired.
Contents:
As can be seen in the many highly detailed pictures above, this example comes in the original styrofoam from its original factory box. It also includes 3 magazines as well as the original cleaning kit and sling!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: AMT (American Match Target)
Serial: 0334
Date of Manufacture: 1969-1989
Caliber: .308 Win.
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 19.9"
Optics/Sights: Adjustable Rear, Fixed Front
Stock/Grips: French Walnut Stock & Handguard
Action: Semi-Auto
Markings: Left side of receiver "0334, SIGARMS INC., TYSONS CORNER VA., MADE IN SWITZERLAND"
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
During the period 1954-1957 the Swiss firm of Schweizerische Industrie Gessellschaft (SIG) designed an assault rifle which ultimately became the Sturmgewehr (StGw) 57. The StGw57 was in the 7.5mm Swiss caliber and borrowed ideas from the earlier Spanish CETME Model L and Mauser StG45 rifles. Chief among theses ideas was using a receiver of stamped steel along with delayed-blowback operating system comprised of a bolt assembly utilizing twin locking rollers. These locking rollers are most commonly seen today in H&K rifles.
The Swiss military used the StGw57 from 1957-1986 at which time it was phased out in favor of the newer StGw90 in 5.6 GP90 caliber. However throughout the distinguished 30-year service life of the StGw57 several updates of the basic design took place. These were done to increase its suitability for export purposes onto the global arms market. The updated StGw57, when exported out of Switzerland, then became known as the StGw510. Options available within the 510 series included differing calibers, weight reductions, ergonomic refinements and simplified sighting equipment. There were five versions of the 510. These included:
510-1 Same as the StGw57 but renamed for export purposes
510-2 Lightweight version of the 510-1
510-3 Same as the 510-1 but in 7.62x39 caliber
510-4 Same as the 510-1 but in 7.62mm NATO caliber
510-5 Same as the 510-1 : Mexican Army prototype in the 30-06 caliber
Throughout the period 1969-1989, SIG exported two versions of the 510 into the US. One was the 510-1 which was renamed for sales purposes as the PE57 and remained chambered in 7.5mm Swiss. The other was the 510-4. The remainder of this article will touch on the 510-4 and then detail its refined brother - the superb SIG American Match Target (AMT).
In 1969 several SIG 510-4's, perhaps less than a dozen, were imported into the US. These were legally parallel to the FN "G" series rifle in that they were built around full automatic receivers with semi automatic internals. However, BATF approved these rifles as semi-automatics and therefore not falling under the restrictions of the NFA.
Later in 1969 SIG responded to emerging gun regulations in other countries (notably England and Italy) by slightly modifying the 5 10-4 to make it more "sporting". This included deleting the bayonet mount and rifle grenade rings on the barrel. When imported into the United States this now became the SIG AMT. Benet Arms, SARCO. Osborne Brothers (import marking of "OSS"), Mandall. SIGARMS and Golden State Arms all were AMT importers. It is known that 1,440 AMT's were imported during the period 1969-1978. From 1979-1989 more AMT's were imported although they were reportedly made up of parts which had been manufactured earlier. Total import of the AMT is estimated at 3,000 rifles for the years 1969-89. Even SIG does not know the exact number.
With a high retail price ($348 in the early 1970's and $1700 in 1978) it was very expensive. Colt AR15"s and H&K 91's were selling for well over a thousand dollars less during this same period. For these reasons - small supply and very high cost - the AMT is now one of the rarest military-style rifles in the United States. Market trends indicate that it is now one of the most desired.
Contents:
As can be seen in the many highly detailed pictures above, this example comes in the original styrofoam from its original factory box. It also includes 3 magazines as well as the original cleaning kit and sling!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
Handgun Standard Shipping $50.00
Long Gun Standard Shipping $70.00
Any orders placed with magazines that are not compliant with your state, county, or city regulations will not ship with your order.
