Q re: West German Sig P226

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Kermit

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I have an opportunity to purchase a used P226 in really good condition. But, I've already got a P7M8, 92fs, and a Glock 17 and I see the P226 as just another 9mm. What am I missing? Do I need this gun? Please educate me on the ways of the Sig :)
 
The main reason I bought my P-226 (other than the fact that it was a screaming deal) is that every well-rounded pistol collection needs a P-series SIG. They're accurate and have probably the best ergonomics of any of the service-size double stack autos. Why wouldn't you want one?

(I also have a P7M8, a 96D, a Glock 23C, and my P-226 is a .40; our tastes appear similar, so just take my word and be happy. ;) )
 
The SigSauers are very nice guns. I had one for a while, ran great, didn't actually like it so much for some reason. Make sure the shape/feel of the thing suit you before buying it just because it is a good gun for other people.

Now a SIG P210 is a whole different animal. I like it alot better, but of course it is a $2,000 custom job in all but name, so I should like it better. :D
 
The SIG fits my hand the best, better than any of the other guns you have listed. It is a bit different in its action and hnadling than the other guns. The P7 being gas retarded and front grip strap cocking/safety. The 92/96D with the tilting block for lockup and double action only. The Glock being modified Browning and an internal striker with a safety trigger. The SIG also a modified Browning but external hammer with the regular DA/SA and a decocker.

If anything, get it just for the variety of a different action and manual of arms.
 
Great, so he can buy another:)

Seriously though buy the Sig 226 after all they are called 'Classics'.
Last of a dying breed????: :D
 
defox...actually, I've got 2; a 92 Centurion and a 92fs inox...both Italian and both great performers ;) If I got a 3rd, it would probably be an Elite II.

PS...I went back to the shop to take another look at that 226. It already had $$ money down on it. :( I guess if I really wanted one, I'd a bought it when I saw it.
 
Kermit, be careful. Those SIG's are like chips...can't stop at one. I started with a pre-owned West German 226 (9mm) circa 1988 and liked it so much I kept going..a K-kote 225, then a two tone 225, now eyeballing a 228...
 
Kermit,

I went through the Beretta phase after the first P226. I sold the Beretta Centurion and got a second P226. NOTE: I would carry a Beretta if I couldn't have a Sig-Sauer.

I didn't like the P226 at first because I saw them as "cheap" in their stamped construction and controls. Then I finally broke down and took one on a trade for Colt Series 70 MK IV and got to fire it more than the few examples I had sporadically fired through the years. The targets and the times tell the story for me.

Better get one before guys like me get them all.

(I've got three.) :D

It had money down on it for a reason... :p
 
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