I prefer the P228 to the P226 but I wouldn't be ashamed to field either. I like the factory grips just fine. I think SIG knows what it is doing when it comes to grips. I gave my P226 grips to a friend and replaced them with wood grips from Eagle. I used them for a long time but had the chance to go back to the factory grips and that is what is now on my P226. Regards, Richard.