SIG SAUER Cross Magnum Sawtooth .300 Win Mag 24in, 6rd

About this product

The SIG SAUER Cross Magnum Sawtooth .300 Win Mag 24in is a purpose-built, folding bolt-action precision rifle certified to deliver sub-minute-of-angle accuracy out of the box, primarily designed for the mobile long-range hunter confronting extreme elevation and punishing backcountry conditions. It achieves this performance through the strategic integration of a proprietary one-piece receiver, a carbon-fiber-wrapped barrel for significant weight reduction, and a modular, adjustable stock system engineered for transport and immediate deployment. This isn't a range plinker; it's a tool optimized for a specific, demanding mission where every ounce and inch matters.

What is the SIG SAUER Cross Magnum Sawtooth used for?

This rifle is engineered for high-angle hunting of large, wary game at terminal distances, where a shooter may be traversing miles of steep, rugged terrain before establishing a stable firing position on a single animal. Its folding stock and lightweight carbon-fiber barrel reduce its carried profile significantly, a critical advantage over a Stevens 334 Rifle in .308 Win, allowing it to be packed into a scabbard or compact case more easily. The .300 Winchester Magnum cartridge provides the necessary retained energy and flat trajectory for ethical shots on elk, moose, or bear at ranges exceeding 500 yards, assuming the shooter possesses the requisite skill.

How does the Cross Magnum compare to a rifle like the Bergara B-14 HMR?

Directly comparing the Cross Magnum Sawtooth to the popular Bergara B-14 HMR Wilderness reveals a fundamental design divergence: the Bergara is a heavier, more traditional precision rifle built around the Remington 700 footprint and is an excellent tool for long-range target shooting and static hunting setups. The SIG, at approximately 7.5 pounds unloaded, sacrifices some of the Bergara’s inherent stability for a nearly 3-pound weight advantage and a 5.5-inch shorter overall length when folded, making it decisively superior for any hunting scenario that involves serious humping of gear. You’re trading pure benchrest pedigree for backcountry mobility—choose based on your primary intended use.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

With the folded stock configuration, total length drops to a highly transportable 34.5 inches from a standard length of 43.5 inches with the stock deployed, directly addressing the challenge of fitting a full-power magnum rifle into compact aircraft luggage or a saddle scabbard. The rifle weighs in at an honest 7.5 pounds (120 ounces) without optics or magazine, a figure made possible by the 24-inch Proof Research carbon fiber-wrapped barrel and minimalist receiver design. This weight places it in a distinctly different class from most .300 Win Mag options, though adding a heavy optic, mount, and suppressor will push the total system weight back over the 10-pound mark.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is a poor choice for the first-time shooter, the budget-conscious plinker seeking inexpensive trigger time, or anyone primarily interested in high-volume target shooting at a formal range. The .300 Winchester Magnum is a high-recoil, expensive cartridge, and the rifle’s lightweight design amplifies its felt recoil even with its effective muzzle brake. If you do not have a specific need for its folding, lightweight, long-range capabilities—such as western elk hunting or alpine sheep guiding—your money is better spent on a more conventional, heavier rifle in a milder caliber like the .308 Winchester, which will be cheaper to feed and more pleasant to practice with for extended sessions.

What's in the box?

From the factory, SIG includes the certified, zero-rifle-only target proving its SUB-MOA capability, a single 6-round steel AICS-pattern magazine, a set of Allen keys for modular adjustments, and the rifle itself with its 5/8-24-threaded muzzle brake installed. Notably absent is a scope mount, rings, or any form of optic, which must be sourced separately and represent a significant additional investment, often several hundred dollars for quality components. Unlike some factory offerings, no soft case is included, so factor in the cost of a high-quality, properly fitted hard or padded case for transport and storage immediately.

Is the Cross Magnum Sawtooth worth it at $2,852.99?

At this price point, you are buying into a specific engineering solution that offers measurable advantages in weight, compactness, and modularity over nearly any competitor. It represents fair value for a hunter who regularly faces a multi-day, high-elevation pack-in where shaving pounds and inches directly translates to less fatigue and a higher probability of success. However, if your hunting consists of shooting from a fixed blind or your range sessions are the priority, a more conventional Stevens 334 Rifle in .243 Win at a fraction of the cost will be more than sufficient for whitetail and varmints, leaving you substantial budget for ammunition and optics.