Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 5.56 NATO
Model: STV916556B
Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 5.56 NATO
Model: STV916556B
Full Specifications
About This Firearm
The SAINT Victor is Springfield Armory's mid-tier step up from the standard SAINT, built on the same forged 7075-T6 receiver platform but upgraded in several places that matter during fast shooting. The most notable change is the nickel boron coated flat single-stage trigger, which gives a crisper break and a shorter reset compared to the curved trigger in the base SAINT. Springfield also swaps in a proprietary muzzle brake in place of the A2 flash hider, spring-loaded flip-up sights on both ends, and a 9310 steel bolt.
The 16-inch chrome moly vanadium barrel with Melonite finish and 1:8" twist matches the base SAINT's barrel spec, and the BCM Gunfighter Mod 3 grip carries over as well. At 105 oz, the Victor trims 2 oz from the standard SAINT while adding the muzzle brake — a modest but real difference during a full day of shooting. The M-LOK free-float handguard and flat-top upper rail give the same accessory flexibility as the rest of the SAINT lineup.
Springfield introduced the SAINT lineup in 2016, and the Victor arrived shortly after as the variant for shooters who wanted factory upgrades without building a custom rifle. The SAINT Edge sits above the Victor with a Geissele trigger and more aggressive weight cuts, but the Victor occupies a practical middle ground: better trigger and muzzle device than a base-model AR, without the added expense of the Edge's premium components.
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Strengths & Limitations
- The nickel boron coated flat single-stage trigger provides a noticeably crisper break and shorter reset than the curved trigger in the standard SAINT, making the Victor better suited for fast or precision shooting.
- Ships with spring-loaded flip-up sights on both ends and a factory muzzle brake — accessories that would cost an additional purchase on most competitors in this bracket.
- Forged 7075-T6 receivers with Type III hardcoat anodizing and a 9310 steel bolt give the Victor the same structural foundation as rifles that sell for significantly more.
- The SA muzzle brake reduces felt recoil but produces more concussion and flash than the A2 flash hider on the base SAINT — indoor range neighbors and low-light shooters will notice the difference.
- The single-side safety selector carries over from the base SAINT, requiring left-handed shooters to add an aftermarket ambidextrous selector.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the SAINT Victor compare to the SAINT Edge?
The SAINT Edge sits one tier above the Victor in Springfield's lineup. The Edge adds a Geissele SSA two-stage trigger, an Accu-Tite tension system that removes play between the upper and lower receivers, and a lightened barrel profile. The Victor uses a nickel boron coated flat single-stage trigger and a standard barrel profile. For shooters who want a better trigger and tighter receiver fit, the Edge is the logical step up. The Victor's flat trigger and muzzle brake are already a meaningful improvement over the base SAINT for most range and competition use.
Does the SAINT Victor's muzzle brake make the rifle louder than an A2 flash hider?
Yes, noticeably. Muzzle brakes redirect gas to the sides and rear to reduce felt recoil, but that redirected gas increases perceived noise and concussion for the shooter and anyone standing nearby. At an indoor range, this is particularly noticeable. Shooters who primarily use indoor ranges or shoot in low light may prefer to swap the brake for an A2 flash hider or a suppressor mount.