Helix 6 Precision from Vancouver in southern Washington state is known for its carbon-fiber barrels. The company is now offering factory configuration pre-fit barrels for the SIG Sauer Cross bolt-action family of rifles. The SIG Cross line is made of up modern bolt-action rifles designed with modularity and portability in mind that offer something to both precision rifle competition shooters as well as hunters. The rifles are chambered in today’s most popular and versatile centerfire rifle cartridges including both 6 and 6.5mm Creedmoor and the venerable .308 Winchester round.
Carbon-fiber barrels themselves are not made from carbon-fiber alone. Rather, they feature a thinner barrel with rifling that is then wrapped in a carbon-fiber weave pattern. This approach to rifle barrels is useful because it the weight of a rifle without sacrificing barrel performance, as carbon fiber is a material that is recognized for both its light weight and strength. Similarly, it is a staple in automotive racing, where lighter weight makes cars more competitive but with parts that must remain sturdy.
Helix 6 pre-fit barrels are designed with convenience in mind. All the end user needs to do is to simply install the barrel and double check for correct headspacing prior to heading out to the rifle range. Helix 6 precision rifle barrels for SIG Cross bolt action rifles are manufactured from hand lapped button rifled 416R stainless steel barrel cores that are then wrapped in a protective layer of carbon fiber using their proprietary attachment and fastening methods.
Helix 6 is offering their SIG Cross barrels for the following calibers:
- .308 Winchester
- Length: 16 inches
- Rifling Twist: 1:10-inch
- Weight: 31 ounces
- 6mm Creedmoor
- Length: 20 inches
- Rifling Twist: 1:8-inch
- Weight: 37 ounces
- 6.5 Creedmoor
- Length: 18 inches
- Rifling Twist: 1:8-inch
- Weight: 34 ounces
Helix 6 pre-fit carbon fiber barrels for the SIG Cross bolt action rifle family have a starting retail price of $1,449. For more information, please visit helix6precision.com.
