{"id":93858,"date":"2018-07-14T13:36:58","date_gmt":"2018-07-14T17:36:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/?p=93858"},"modified":"2018-07-14T13:36:58","modified_gmt":"2023-08-30T21:46:11","slug":"saint-pistol-300-blackout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/saint-pistol-300-blackout\/","title":{"rendered":"Springfield\u2019s NEW Saint Pistol in 300 Blackout (Full Review)"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

The Springfield Saint is a great out-of-the-box option if you’re looking for a 300 BLK AR pistol.<\/p><\/div>\n

Size matters, but when it comes to combat-ready firearms, smaller is often better. Compact weapons allow for easy maneuvering in tight spaces, which is an especially useful attribute in a home-defense firearm. Now, thanks to a favorable ruling from the ATF, Springfield has introduced two pistol-length versions of their popular Saint AR-15: the .556<\/a> and, more recently, a 300 Blackout model.<\/p>\n

I got a chance to test the 300 Blackout soon after it was released, and I have to say, I was impressed.<\/p>\n

First, for those who haven\u2019t been keeping up with the ATF\u2019s schizophrenic decrees\u2026<\/p>\n

How Is This Legal? Don\u2019t Short-Barreled Rifles Require a Tax Stamp?<\/strong><\/h1>\n

I\u2019m not a lawyer, but that\u2019s never stopped me from offering legal advice, so here goes.<\/p>\n

(Just kidding, please don\u2019t sue me).<\/p>\n

The ATF released in 2015 an open letter<\/a> stating that the use of a pistol brace (like the one affixed to the Saint) to shoulder a firearm constitutes a \u201credesign\u201d and is therefore illegal unless the user has purchased a $200 tax stamp. Then, to the great rejoicing of 300 Blackout fans everywhere, the feds reversed their position, stating in another letter<\/a> that \u201can NFA firearm has not necessarily been made \u2026 even if the attached firearm happens to be fired from the shoulder.\u201d<\/p>\n

So, yes, right now the Saint Pistol is perfectly legal, as long as you don\u2019t \u201ctake affirmative steps to configure the device for use as a shoulder-stock\u201d (e.g., permanently affix the brace to the end of a buffer tube, remove the arm-strap, or otherwise undermine its ability to be used as a brace). The ATF might (re)reverse their decision at some point down the line, but if that happens you\u2019ll just have to bite the bullet and apply for the tax stamp or shoot the pistol like an actual pistol.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

The Saint’s pistol brace makes it legal to shoulder without a tax stamp, according to the ATF.<\/p><\/div>\n

The Springfield Saint uses the low-profile SB Tactical SBX-K brace, a shorter version of the original SBX. The rubber flaps provide decent recoil control, and they\u2019re stiff enough to keep from folding during use. The Velcro strap is somewhat abrasive, but using a raised red dot doesn\u2019t require the kind of low cheek weld necessary on a hunting rifle, for example. I generally run my AR\u2019s with a longer length of pull, but the fixed brace is in keeping with the Saint\u2019s compact design, and it didn\u2019t present any real usage issues.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

The SB Tactical brace is a great, high-quality option that doesn’t warp or bend while in use.<\/p><\/div>\n

300 Blackout?<\/strong><\/h1>\n

I won\u2019t get into the weeds, but if you\u2019re still unfamiliar with this adaptable little round, you should know a few things. The 300 Blackout uses a shortened and necked-up 5.56 case and a .30 caliber bullet. AR-15 junkies like this round because converting from 5.56 to 300 Blackout just requires a barrel swap\u2014bolt, mag, upper, and lower can all stay the same.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

Hornady sent three rounds for use in this review — two subsonic (left, middle) and one supersonic (right).<\/p><\/div>\n

300 Blackout is also one of the most versatile cartridges on the market. You can find supersonic loads using 110 grain bullets (> 2400 fps) as well as subsonic loads using 225 grain bullets (< 1000 fps). Users can match bullet weight to the application and tailor their rounds to hunt pigs in the brush or reach out to targets at 200+ yards. If you reload, the options are almost literally endless<\/a>.<\/p>\n

With so much variation in bullet weight and muzzle velocity, reliable cycling can sometimes be an issue, especially when using a suppressor. That\u2019s why Springfield included in the Saint Pistol an adjustable gas block, which can be used to tune the rifle to your load\/suppressor and ensure reliable cycling. I never had any issues shooting suppressed with either subsonic or supersonic loads, but it\u2019s nice to know that the Saint can be tuned without altering the buffer, spring, or barrel.<\/p>\n

Speaking of barrels, 300 Blackout is also ideal for shorter barrels, especially compared to the 5.56. As Clay has explained<\/a>, 5.56 isn\u2019t the ideal SBR chambering because the tiny round can\u2019t reach maximum, trauma-inducing velocity in barrels under 10 inches. The 300 Blackout, on the other hand, can hit max speeds in 9-inch barrels like the Saint\u2019s.<\/p>\n

To test this, I shot three different loads\u2014two subsonic and one supersonic\u2014with the Saint and with a 14.5\u201d AR I built last year. You can see from the table that while the 14.5\u201d produced an extra 100fps with each load, the velocity differences weren\u2019t significant in terms of a percentage of total velocity. Considering the Saint barrel is over 60 percent shorter than my AR, a 7 percent velocity difference isn\u2019t a huge deal.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

A 300 Blackout barrel over 9 inches doesn’t provide a significant performance advantage.<\/p><\/div>\n

14.5 Inch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Brand<\/strong><\/td>\nBullet<\/strong><\/td>\nAverage Velocity<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n125g HP<\/td>\n2186<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n190g Sub-X<\/td>\n1095<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n208g AMAX<\/td>\n1075<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n

Saint 9 Inch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Brand<\/strong><\/td>\nBullet<\/strong><\/td>\nAverage Velocity<\/strong><\/td>\nPercent Difference<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n125g HP<\/td>\n2018<\/td>\n-7.7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n190g Sub-X<\/td>\n1008<\/td>\n-7.9%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n208g AMAX<\/td>\n990<\/td>\n-7.7%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n

In short, if you\u2019ve been holding out on purchasing a 300 Blackout because like microwaves and the Internet, \u201cit\u2019ll never catch on,\u201d there are lots of good reasons to make the Saint your first firearm in this unique caliber.<\/p>\n

Features<\/strong><\/h1>\n
\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

The first “feature” you’ll notice is the included soft rifle case.<\/p><\/div>\n

I am neither a production specialist nor a gunsmith, so I reached out to Springfield to help explain some of the Saint\u2019s more unique features. Before I jump in, here\u2019s the full list:<\/p>\n

CALIBER<\/strong>: 300 AAC Blackout
\nLENGTH: <\/strong>27.75″
\nWEIGHT: <\/strong>5 lbs 9 oz
\nUPPER RECEIVER: <\/strong>SA Forged Type III Hard Coat Anodized Aircraft Grade 7075 T6 Aluminum w\/ Forward Assist
\nLOWER RECEIVER: <\/strong>SA Forged Type III Hard Coat Anodized Aircraft Grade 7075 T6 Aluminum w\/ Accu-Tite\u2122 Tension System
\nBARREL: <\/strong>9″ CMV 300BO w\/ Melonite\u00ae Treatment, 1:7 Twist
\nGAS SYSTEM: <\/strong>Direct Impingement Pistol-Length Gas Port w\/ Adjustable Gas Block
\nTRIGGER<\/strong>S: A Proprietary, Nickel Boron Coated GI Style
\nSIGHTS: <\/strong>Not Included
\nTRIGGER GUARD: <\/strong>Bravo Company
\nPISTOL GRIP: <\/strong>Bravo Company Mod.3
\nHANDGUARD: <\/strong>M-Lok Aluminum SA Proprietary T6 Type III Hard Anodized Aluminum
\nFOREARM BRACE: <\/strong>SB Tactical SBX-K
\nBUFFER ASSEMBLY: <\/strong>Carbine “H” Heavy Tungsten Buffer
\nRECEIVER EXTENSION: <\/strong>SA Pistol T6 Type III Hard Coat Anodized Aluminum
\nCHARGING HANDLE: <\/strong>GI Style
\nBOLT CARRIER GROUP: <\/strong>Enhanced M16 Melonite\u00ae Finish, MPT, 9310 Steel Bolt
\nMAGAZINE: <\/strong>1 – 30 Round Magpul PMAG
\nCASE: <\/strong>Soft Pistol Case
\nMSRP<\/strong>$989.00<\/p>\n

I won\u2019t waste your time re-stating the spec sheet, but I did want to get more details on the propriety features Springfield includes in their pistol. First, the trigger. The trigger group is in a standard GI configuration, but it\u2019s coated in nickel boron.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

The trigger is a nice step above a standard GI trigger, though it will still feel familiar.<\/p><\/div>\n

I spoke with Dave Williams, Springfield’s Research and Development Manager, who explained that nickel boron is a hard, low-friction coating as well as a corrosion inhibitor.\u00a0The hardness and lubricity make for a smoother and lighter trigger pull while still maintaining GI geometry and spring rates. The trigger on the model I received included the slightest bit of take-up before breaking cleanly at 6-6.5lbs. For a GI trigger, it\u2019s not bad.<\/p>\n

The handguard is also notable. Springfield developed the Saint\u2019s M-Lok handguard in-house at the beginning of the Saint rifle project to \u201cprovide a more projectionless and rigid handguard anchoring system.\u201d Most handguards use an anchoring system that interferes with the user’s grip at some point along the handguard. Springfield\u2019s version reduces this interference, Williams pointed out, and allows for precise alignment of the Picatinny rails.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

Springfield developed this sturdy, all-metal handguard in-house.<\/p><\/div>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

The Bravo Company grip features great texturing. It also includes a storage compartment.<\/p><\/div>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

The rail on the receiver integrates almost seamlessly into the rail on the handguard.<\/p><\/div>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

Springfield even throws in a PMAG designed specifically for 300 Blackout (though standard AR mags work as well).<\/p><\/div>\n

Finally, the Saint Pistol features the \u201cAccu-Tite\u201d system, which allows users to tighten the inevitable play between the upper and lower receiver. While loose-fitting receivers don\u2019t totally inhibit accuracy, Williams said that \u201cif the upper shifts during firing it can\u2019t be as accurate as a tighter fitting system, everything else being equal.\u201d The Accu-Tite system uses a tensioning screw between the upper and lower that can be accessed by removing the pistol grip. Springfield isn\u2019t the first to develop this idea, but it\u2019s a nice addition to an already feature-heavy firearm.<\/p>\n

Performance<\/strong><\/h1>\n
\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

I topped the Saint with a Primary Arms Advanced Micro Red Dot.<\/p><\/div>\n

For a firearm like the Saint, dependability is far more crucial than accuracy. Accuracy is important (see below), but a 300 Blackout in a 9-inch barrel isn\u2019t going to be winning any long-range rifle competitions. Springfield designed this rifle (as they mention once or twice in their promo video<\/a>) for close-quarters gunfighting. It needs to cycle reliably when the burglars break down the front door, not take down a bad guy<\/a> from 600 yards.<\/p>\n

Towards that end, Hornady sent me 400 rounds in three different loads to do everything I could to produce a malfunction. I shot suppressed and non-suppressed. I dumped a few mags and shot for accuracy. I also didn\u2019t clean the gun after taking it out of the included soft case. I just lubed it up and went to work.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

I used a Dead Air Sandman K during portions of testing.<\/p><\/div>\n

The gun jammed once while shooting suppressed, but it occurred the first time I switched from subsonic to supersonic loads. After that, I never experienced any issues with any of the three loads. I was expecting more trouble with the subsonic rounds, as I\u2019ve seen other AR pistols struggle to cycle the super-heavy bullets. But the Saint ate everything I fed it. You\u2019ll want to do more extensive testing with your load of choice if you tap the Saint for home defense, but Springfield\u2019s new offering shows promise.<\/p>\n

Shooting the Saint is a blast (*rimshot*). The pistol\u2019s lightweight and compact size allow for quick, easy handling in the standing position. The handguard features a front stop to keep the shooter\u2019s hand from contacting the muzzle device or suppressor, and the Bravo company pistol grip is nicely textured. Subsonic rounds are especially fun. The recoil is minimal, and the report is nearly hearing safe, even with the Dead Air Sandman K I was using. With a larger suppressor, 300 Blackout subs are quiet enough to hear the action cycle.<\/p>\n

The handguard heats up after extended shooting sessions, especially with a suppressor. A glove would have solved this problem, but it\u2019s something to keep in mind. And while I wouldn\u2019t say the supersonic rounds are uncomfortable<\/em> to shoot, the brace\u2019s abrasive strap is most noticeable while firing the 125g. loads.<\/p>\n

Accuracy \u2013 From 100 Yards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Brand<\/strong><\/td>\nBullet<\/strong><\/td>\nAverage Velocity<\/strong><\/td>\nSmallest Group<\/strong><\/td>\nAverage Group<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n125g HP<\/td>\n2018<\/td>\n1.37\u201d<\/td>\n2.23\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n190g Sub-X<\/td>\n1008<\/td>\n1.59\u201d<\/td>\n2.49<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hornady<\/td>\n208g AMAX<\/td>\n990<\/td>\n2.39\u201d<\/td>\n3.07\u201d<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

Supersonic, Hornady American Gunner 125g HP<\/p><\/div>\n

<\/div>\n
\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

Subsonic, Hornady Subsonic 190g Sub-X<\/p><\/div>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

Subsonic, Hornady Black 208g AMAX<\/p><\/div>\n

You can interpret the accuracy chart for yourself, but I was more than satisfied with the Saint\u2019s performance. One hundred yards is the limit for the subsonic rounds, and they\u2019re still hitting center mass with those group sizes. For supersonic loads, two-inch groups are standard.<\/p>\n

One of the marks of a high-quality barrel is its ability to retain accuracy even when it begins to heat up. I dumped a few mags to get the barrel good \u2018n hot (the technical term) and reshot a group with the 125g. supersonic rounds. The results were excellent.<\/p>\n

\"Springfield\u2019s<\/a>

Group size after heating up the barrel stayed in the 2-2.5″ range.<\/p><\/div>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Compact, reliable, and accurate, the Springfield Saint Pistol in 300 Blackout would make an excellent home defense weapon or truck\/car gun. Its diminutive size lets it fit almost anywhere you need it, and its high-quality components mean you can count on it to get the job done. Plus, it\u2019s fun to shoot, so you\u2019ll be much more likely to throw it in your range bag and get some practice.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re in the market for an AR pistol, there\u2019s never been a better time to buy or a better out-of-the-box option than the Springfield Saint.<\/p>\n

***Shop GunsAmerica for a Springfield Saint Pistol of your own.***\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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