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sks

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I am looking into the P228 as my next acquisition and wanted to poll some members here to see what the opinions were on the 228.

Do they still make this model new or can you only get them used? Is it as accurate as the 226? Is it more concealable?

Thanks ahead of time for any input and information.

sks
 
I made the mistake of trading away my first Sig 228.... It didn't take long for me to buy another one.....it will be staying with me. The 228 fits "MY" hand perfect, it has a good trigger, good sights..... better balance than the 226... I am always working on my 1911 Colts, Para Ordnance, Springfield Arms, ect.... The Sig is perfection right out of the box. I bought mine on an auction for $405 and it was like new!
 
The SIG Sauer P228 is a great pistol. They are still available new, but they can be hard to find sometimes. I would say the the P228 is as accurate as the P226 if you do your part right. The P228 is about a half inch shorter at the muzzle and grip area making it a little more concealable for most folks.
 
I am told the Sig228 is not being made for the civilian market anymore. I was told it will only be made in government contract runs. It was implied to me that Sig had too many models in .9mm.
I was led to uinderstand that there are a few new ones still floating around out there. Buy one if you find it. I own one and am extremely happy with it!
 
I currently have a 228 as my carry gun. In my opinion the P228 is one of the finest firearms ever made. Compact,Accurate,Reliable and Good Looking. It is as accurate as the 226 and is one of the most accurate 9mm's right out of the box. Finding a new one can be difficult but there are plenty of used ones. You won't be disappointed.
 
Guys, I have a P-239. I find it top heavy. Is it the same for the P-228? I find the trigger guard just above the middle finger uncomfortable, do you on the 228?
 
Thanks for the info guys. I've only handled one P228 and it felt nice. Does anyone know what the magazine capacity is on these? Correct me if I'm wrong but it is a single stack mag right?

I'm in a quandry because tomorrow there is a gun show in my home town in LA and I'm in Memphis. Lo and behold there is a gun show in Memphis but I can't purchase a handgun because I'm out of state!:(

Such is life. I will keep looking for the P228. Thanks for all of the info. The consensus seems that the P228 is a fine pistol.

sks
 
SKS,

I believe the p228 is a double stack 13rd mag. I don't know if they still make them but if they do, be prepared for the PC 10 rd mags. Great gun, best trigger of the sigs that I own.

:)
 
sks - The P228 is a double stack; 13 round magazines before the ban, 10 round after. The P225 is the single stack. There are many rumors being passed around that the P228 and P225 are no longer being made. These rumors are false. I have a P225 that was made in Germany in 2000 and a friend of mine just bought a P228 that was made in Germany in 2001. Not bad for a couple of guns that haven't been made for over four years. (If you believe the rumors that is.:rolleyes: )
 
Just purchased a P228 for my female companion. It is slightly more concealable than the P226 yet handles about the same overall (have 3 P226's). Capacity for normal magazines is 13 rounds. It is an older model (1990?) with less than 500 rounds through it, but they are still being made. The problem is that the bulk of the production is going to meet law enforcement and military contracts at present. Some are making their way into the retail stream and they are available. If you are inclined to get one, they can be found.

I have not fired it enough to say it is as accurate as my P226's, but it likely will be.

Note: 13 round factory magazine costs are prohibitive.
 
The 228's are a superior weapon. Many LE agencies use this gun and it has been on the apoproved carry list for the FBI for many years now.

It has not been discontinued by SIG. The 228 is still manufactured in limited runs, just not a steady production. The 228 has seen a recent production and a few new guns are surfacing.

You will not go wrong in purchasing this gun!
 
I have a two-tone 228 that is just great. They are one of the best handguns out today and I dont think you can go wrong by buying one.:cool:
 
Sig-Sauer P228?

Well Guy's and/or Gal's let me tell you, the
Sig P228 is a true firearm relic. As most of
you know, I favor Sig-Sauer firearms over most
any of the other's that are currently available.
I agree, the P228 has better balance than either
a P226 or a P229 for that matter; with the latter
just seeming too top heavy. You asked about accuracy from the P228? Very accurate, right from
the box; so much so that I ended up getting rid
of my very nice NIB two-tone P226 in 9m/m. You see, their wasn't much need for a 10-round, large
frame 9m/m; when my P228 hold's 13 rounds, and hi-
cap's for the P226 are expensive. So, I used the
proceeds to purchase a NIB Smith & Wesson 629-5 and a NIB 686-5. My P229 had long since been gone;
as I am not a big fan of .40 caliber. Anyway, to
sum up, left standing in my Sig collection are my
famed P220A in .45ACP and my P228 9m/m; both of
West German manufacter. And folk's they ain't about to go no-where!!!

As a footnote: in looking through the Birmingham News classified ad's yesterday 10-26-01, there
was a LNIB Sig P228 with 2-13 round magazines
in the lockable plastic case with all paperwork
for a cool $650.00.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
 
Wow! I almost feel like I've got to get one today! Thanks for the clarification on the single stack P225. The only Sig that I own is the P220 .45 and I love it. My cousin, who is a Marine Corps Captain, was an H&K man until he shot my P220. That same day he went and got a brand new one. :)

One further clarification from some of you that know. I've read many posts about the difference between the US made and German made SIGs. And the stamped and milled guns. What is exactly the scoop on this issue. Again, thanks to the posters of TFL for the good info.

SKS
 
sks;

Thanks for inquiring about Sig-Sauer firearms.
The stamped, or sheet metal slide's are mainly
found on firearms coming out of Germany; and the
stainless milled slides orginate out of the SigArms plant located in Exeter, New Hampshire.
Really, there is nothing wrong with either concept; just a matter of which you prefer. As
I mentioned, the stamped or sheet metal slide's
on Sig's seem to make an arguement for better
balance; ie: P220, P225, P226, P228, etc. On the
other hand, some people suggest the stainless
slides found on the P226 (.40S&W/.357Sig) and
on the P229 (9m/m, .40S&W, .357Sig) makes the
firearm last longer. It is true, that the
stainless slide's will tolerate more natural
abuse; in particular in caliber's .40S&W and
.357 Sig. But, for practical purpose's of CCW
and home defense as well as general shooting;
I prefer the .45 caliber P220 and the P228 9m/m.
All said and done, if I could only afford one
Sig I probably would choose the P228 9m/m due to
the availability of 9m/m ammunition virtually
world-wide; even in some third world countries,
maybe even Afaganistan?

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member

Footnote: Before the Berlin wall came down all
Sig-Sauer handguns were stamped "West Germany"
or W. Germany. Since then, firearms coming from
Germany are simply stamped Germany. All carry
the German proof mark's; that will identify
the year of manufacture, as well as what proof
house did the proofing.
 
Ala Dan, thanks for the information. That is very helpful. As I mentioned, I own the P220 in .45 and love the weapon. When I bought it I didn't know anything about the different slides and still don't know which one I have. Really I don't care because the P220 has been flawless in every respect.

Thanks again for the info.

sks
 
Spackler,

Yes, there is a web site for information regarding
Sig's; I don't currently have it due to a brief
computer crash. As soon as I get my files up to
snuf, I will relay that info to you.

Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, Life Member N.R.A.
 
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