SIG’s CROSS SAWTOOTH has always been about field-ready precision. Even beyond the field the rifle has found fans dedicated simply to precision shooting. They now offer this great rifle in 6.5 PRC. The new 6.5 PRC model keeps that precision theme and adds true magnum-like reach in a package that still packs light. Built around a 22-inch PROOF Research carbon-fiber barrel, a folding precision-adjustable stock, and a 20-MOA top rail, the SAWTOOTH in 6.5 PRC weighs in at just 6.9 pounds and ships with SIG’s Sub-1-MOA accuracy certification.
Adding Long Range Punch – The SIG SAWTOOTH in 6.5 PRC
SIG’s CROSS SAWTOOTH has always been about field-ready precision. Even beyond the field the rifle has found fans dedicated simply to precision shooting. They now offer this great rifle in 6.5 PRC. The new 6.5 PRC model keeps that precision theme and adds true magnum-like reach in a package that still packs light. Built around a 22-inch PROOF Research carbon-fiber barrel, a folding precision-adjustable stock, and a 20-MOA top rail, the SAWTOOTH in 6.5 PRC weighs in at just 6.9 pounds and ships with SIG’s Sub-1-MOA accuracy certification.
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Details Matter
Hornady’s 6.5 PRC earned its reputation for flat flight, strong energy retention, and predictable wind behavior. Factory 143-grain ELD-X Precision Hunter loads are published at about 2,960 fps from a 24-inch test barrel. Thnumbers that translate to confident shot placement at extended distances. With the SAWTOOTH’s 22-inch barrel, shooters can expect slightly lower muzzle speeds than 24-inch data, but the cartridge’s long-range manners remain a key draw.
The SAWTOOTH’s PROOF carbon barrel keeps weight down without giving up stiffness or heat management. SIG pairs it with their stainless heavy-profile radial brake, which the company notes can cut felt recoil significantly, helping you spot impacts and run the bolt without breaking position. A two-stage adjustable match trigger (2.5–4 lb) supports clean breaks when you’re shooting from awkward natural rests.
The folding precision-adjustable stock lets you tune comb height and length of pull, then lock it down for repeatability. Folded, the rifle shrinks to 33 inches—easy to lash to a pack or slide into a short case. The overall length with the pad extended is 43.8 inches. The rifle uses AICS-pattern magazines and ships with a 4-round steel MDT mag.
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Lightweight Hitter
Up front, the free-floating alloy forend is lightened and cut for both M-LOK and ARCA. That dual-standard approach means you can clip directly to a tripod or ARCA-equipped bipod for rock-solid improvised positions, or run lightweight M-LOK accessories without extra adapters. The action and handguard have SIG’s Moss Cerakote for a subdued finish.
SIG builds the 6.5 PRC SAWTOOTH with a 1:8 twist. This is ideal for stabilizing modern high-BC 140–147-grain bullets. Muzzle threads are the standard 5/8×24 with a 90-degree shoulder, opening the door to brakes, suppressors, and tuners without gunsmithing. Up top, the integral 20-MOA Picatinny rail gives you extra elevation for dialing past mid-range while keeping your scope toward the middle of its internal travel.
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Under Seven Pounds
At 6.9 pounds bare, the SAWTOOTH is an easy carry. The reduced-angle AR-compatible grip promotes a neutral wrist in prone or seated tripod positions. The minimalist stock geometry makes it easy to load a bipod or bag without fighting the rifle. SIG backs each rifle with a sub-MOA guarantee and includes the test target in the box.
“The CROSS Sawtooth in 6.5 PRC is a natural extension of our precision hunting rifle line,” said Robby Johnson, Chief Marketing Officer. “As demand grows for new high-performance, flat-shooting cartridges, we will continue to evolve the CROSS line to accommodate the ballistic performance hunters and marksmen are looking for. This rifle offers the ideal balance of power, precision, and packability. It delivers on the promise of the SAWTOOTH platform in every way.”
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SAWTOOTH in 6.5 PRC
The CROSS SAWTOOTH in 6.5 PRC is purpose-built for hunters who want lightweight carry, modern chassis ergonomics, and repeatable sub-MOA accuracy with a cartridge that stays honest past normal field distances. Add the smart feature set that include an adjustable two-stage trigger, ARCA/M-LOK handguard, 20-MOA rail, AICS magazine compatibility, and suppressor-friendly threading, and you have a mountain rifle that’s just as at home on a tripod over a windy basin as it is on a ridge-top prone. For backcountry and range shots that count, this is the perfect blend of portability and performance.
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