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SIG Spear MCX compliance

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Asking this information for a friend who wants to purchase a sig spear 556 mcx as a pistol.
1. If anyone can provide some detailed information on how this gun is even compliant without the buffer and spring, etc.
2. If registered as a pistol what are the major parts needed to be compliant with CA law. Please list below with options.

Thank you
 
Asking this information for a friend who wants to purchase a sig spear 556 mcx as a pistol.
1. If anyone can provide some detailed information on how this gun is even compliant without the buffer and spring, etc.
2. If registered as a pistol what are the major parts needed to be compliant with CA law. Please list below with options.

Thank you
Semi-auto centerfire pistols with a magazine well outside of the pistol grip must have a fixed magazine that requires "disassembly of the action" in order to change magazines.
Also, they can only be used with magazines that hold 10 or less rounds.

relevant PC:

30515. ​

(a) Notwithstanding Section 30510, “assault weapon” also means any of the following:
(4) A semiautomatic pistol that does not have a fixed magazine but has any one of the following:
(A) A threaded barrel, capable of accepting a flash suppressor, forward handgrip, or silencer.
(B) A second handgrip.
(C) A shroud that is attached to, or partially or completely encircles, the barrel that allows the bearer to fire the weapon without burning the bearer’s hand, except a slide that encloses the barrel.
(D) The capacity to accept a detachable magazine at some location outside of the pistol grip.

(5) A semiautomatic pistol with a fixed magazine that has the capacity to accept more than 10 rounds.

(b) For purposes of this section, “fixed magazine” means an ammunition feeding device contained in, or permanently attached to, a firearm in such a manner that the device cannot be removed without disassembly of the firearm action.
 
A follow up question.. what would be the fastest detach system to use for it... juggernaut?
 
A follow up question.. what would be the fastest detach system to use for it... juggernaut?
Im pretty sure all of the options to drop the mags by cracking the action don't fit on the mcx, and if thats the case it would be the worst option for an AR pistol in CA. Th juggernaut and similar kits work on mil spec lowers
 
The easiest solution is just get a Compmag. Apparently there are more solutions that I was not aware of:

1. MagLatch F.N.G.R. Kit
  • Status: In active production.
  • Availability: MagLatch still manufactures their platform-specific Sig Sauer MCX/Spear LT Fixed Magazine Kit. It remains a highly sought-after solution because it preserves the rifle's clean exterior aesthetic by hiding the locking mechanism entirely inside the receiver. [1, 2]

2. CompMag (Gen 3 AR-15)
  • Status: In active production.
  • Availability: CompMag continues to mass-produce the AR-15 CompMag Gen 3. It is a staple for California and New York compliance. It remains widely available across major online compliance distributors and directly from their website. [1, 2, 3]

3. Patriot Mag Release (PMR) & Bullet Button Adaptations [1]
  • Status: In active production / widely distributed.
  • Availability: Various manufacturers still produce Patriot Mag Release Kits and modified legal magazine locks. Specialty compliance retailers rely heavily on these components to convert factory-standard Spear LTs into state-legal configurations before shipping them to restricted areas. [1]

4. Jerry's Firearms JFS Systems
  • Status: In active production.
  • Availability: Jerry’s Firearms Warehouse actively builds and sells complete, modified NY/CA Compliant Fixed Mag Sig Spear 5.56 and large-frame .308/6.8 Spear variants. They use their proprietary, precision-machined internal components to facilitate top-loading when the action is broken open. [1, 2, 3]
Apparently you can even use a Gen 4 AR Maglock & Kingpin:

The absolute best "fast-detach" system for the MCX Spear LT is a modified AR Maglock Gen 4 paired with an AR Maglock KingPin.
This combination allows you to drop the magazine instantly by pushing a button to split the action a mere fraction of an inch, bypassing the cumbersome top-loading or side-loading processes. [1]

Why the Gen 4 + KingPin Setup Rules the Spear LT
  • Maintains "Normal" Reloading: Pushing the KingPin rear takedown pin separates the receivers slightly. This frees the AR Maglock (arm) to clear the upper, letting you drop the magazine using your standard mag release button. Pushing the receivers shut automatically locks it back up.
  • Fixes the Ambi-Control Clearance Issue: Unlike older versions, the AR Maglock Gen 4 features an adjustable arm set screw. This allows you to space the locking arm outward to clear the wider, non-mil-spec ambidextrous lower receiver and bolt-catch fencing unique to the Sig Spear LT platform.
  • Clears Double Feeds Instantly: Because the system allows the magazine to drop even when the bolt is locked back (a critical flaw in many other fixed-mag designs), you can safely and quickly clear complex ammunition malfunctions. [1, 2, 3]

Critical Installation Note for the Spear LT
Even though the AR Maglock Gen 4 is highly adjustable, the Spear LT upper receiver flares out wider than a standard AR-15. To achieve flawless operation, you or a gunsmith will typically need to lightly file or shave down the back of the Maglock arm. This ensures it sits perfectly flush in the gap between the upper and lower receiver without marring your rifle's finish. [1, 2]

The Best "No-Modification" Detach Alternative
If you refuse to file down a mechanical arm, the next best option is the MagLatch F.N.G.R. Kit paired with an AR Maglock KingPin. [1, 2]
  • The Workflow: You pull the KingPin to crack the action open, manually pull the magazine out from the bottom, and push a new one in.
  • The Advantage: It requires zero physical modification or filing to the rifle, keeping the Spear LT's exterior completely stock. [, 2]
What caliber it it?
 
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The easiest solution is just get a Compmag. Apparently there are more solutions that I was not aware of:

1. MagLatch F.N.G.R. Kit
  • Status: In active production.
  • Availability: MagLatch still manufactures their platform-specific Sig Sauer MCX/Spear LT Fixed Magazine Kit. It remains a highly sought-after solution because it preserves the rifle's clean exterior aesthetic by hiding the locking mechanism entirely inside the receiver. [1, 2]

2. CompMag (Gen 3 AR-15)
  • Status: In active production.
  • Availability: CompMag continues to mass-produce the AR-15 CompMag Gen 3. It is a staple for California and New York compliance. It remains widely available across major online compliance distributors and directly from their website. [1, 2, 3]

3. Patriot Mag Release (PMR) & Bullet Button Adaptations [1]
  • Status: In active production / widely distributed.
  • Availability: Various manufacturers still produce Patriot Mag Release Kits and modified legal magazine locks. Specialty compliance retailers rely heavily on these components to convert factory-standard Spear LTs into state-legal configurations before shipping them to restricted areas. [1]

4. Jerry's Firearms JFS Systems
  • Status: In active production.
  • Availability: Jerry’s Firearms Warehouse actively builds and sells complete, modified NY/CA Compliant Fixed Mag Sig Spear 5.56 and large-frame .308/6.8 Spear variants. They use their proprietary, precision-machined internal components to facilitate top-loading when the action is broken open. [1, 2, 3]
Apparently you can even use a Gen 4 AR Maglock & Kingpin:

The absolute best "fast-detach" system for the MCX Spear LT is a modified AR Maglock Gen 4 paired with an AR Maglock KingPin.
This combination allows you to drop the magazine instantly by pushing a button to split the action a mere fraction of an inch, bypassing the cumbersome top-loading or side-loading processes. [1]

Why the Gen 4 + KingPin Setup Rules the Spear LT
  • Maintains "Normal" Reloading: Pushing the KingPin rear takedown pin separates the receivers slightly. This frees the AR Maglock (arm) to clear the upper, letting you drop the magazine using your standard mag release button. Pushing the receivers shut automatically locks it back up.
  • Fixes the Ambi-Control Clearance Issue: Unlike older versions, the AR Maglock Gen 4 features an adjustable arm set screw. This allows you to space the locking arm outward to clear the wider, non-mil-spec ambidextrous lower receiver and bolt-catch fencing unique to the Sig Spear LT platform.
  • Clears Double Feeds Instantly: Because the system allows the magazine to drop even when the bolt is locked back (a critical flaw in many other fixed-mag designs), you can safely and quickly clear complex ammunition malfunctions. [1, 2, 3]

Critical Installation Note for the Spear LT
Even though the AR Maglock Gen 4 is highly adjustable, the Spear LT upper receiver flares out wider than a standard AR-15. To achieve flawless operation, you or a gunsmith will typically need to lightly file or shave down the back of the Maglock arm. This ensures it sits perfectly flush in the gap between the upper and lower receiver without marring your rifle's finish. [1, 2]

The Best "No-Modification" Detach Alternative
If you refuse to file down a mechanical arm, the next best option is the MagLatch F.N.G.R. Kit paired with an AR Maglock KingPin. [1, 2]
  • The Workflow: You pull the KingPin to crack the action open, manually pull the magazine out from the bottom, and push a new one in.
  • The Advantage: It requires zero physical modification or filing to the rifle, keeping the Spear LT's exterior completely stock. [, 2]
What caliber it it?
he will be buying it in 556
 
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