Description
Sig 550/551 5.56mm Armourer’s Instructions- Manual
135 pages, about 11″ x 8″, glossy soft-cover in full color. New re-print restored and digitally enhanced from a nice original. Printed on high quality 20# 97 bright acid free paper. Fully Illustrated.
p>This reprint of SIG’s 550/551 armourer’s manual offers in-depth technical guidance intended for armament maintenance, repair, and inspection of these 5.56mm automatic rifles. Based on original Swiss military documentation and digitally restored for clarity, it serves as a reliable reference for collectors, military firearm technicians, and SIG enthusiasts.
Core Technical Coverage
- Detailed disassembly and reassembly procedures for the SIG 550/551 series
- Cleaning, lubrication, and preventative maintenance schedules
- Identification of components and parts nomenclature
- Troubleshooting common malfunctions and diagnostic procedures
- Inspection and repair guidance for the gas system, bolt assembly, and receiver
- Procedures for parts replacement, alignment, and tolerance checks
Highly useful for armourers, gunsmiths, and technical historians working with the SIG 550/551 or studying mid‑20th‑century Swiss small arms systems.
We are not affiliated with any arms or gun manufacturer.
CONTENTS INCLUDE:
- Safety Rules
- Weapon Theory
- Handling
- Maintenance
- Function
- Repairs
- Appendix

