Should I sell my Sig P220 and buy a Sig P210??? HELP

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Fusternc

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I am really wanting another SIG, but unfortunately the purchase of a SIG P-210 9mm would be cost-prohibitive UNLESS I were to sell my Sig P-220 45. This is one super nice handgun in all respects, and I'm not sure if I am crazy for even considering selling it to purchase a new SIG. I strictly use my guns for target practice and plinking at the range. I have heard so many good things bout the P-210 that I would love to own one, but coughing up $1300 for one is quite tough.

If I were to sell my P-220 what would should I expect to get $$ wise?
It is in EXCELLENT condition (98%)+
comes with matching hardcase, all paperwork, manual, and the lovely trigger lock. 2 7rd factory mags, original grips, and a set of hogue rubber grips.
The only finish wear is on the barrel end and also the normal wear on the barrel at the ejection port area. The frame is absolutely immaculate.

The mags have 99.5% of their finish left.

Thanks for any help.

Nathan...
 
Used P220's are $379 to $449 from Keisler's, K-Y Imports, CDNN, and others who turn up with them. At $379 they are VG cond for $429-$449 I would expect better. Some of the turn ins are near new guns that get turned in before being issued or only went through testing or the academy when there is a caliber change. A NIB P220 is around $539-$549, I think, and is sold with 2-8rd mags.
 
Never sell a SIG! I can understand the urge to turn over one piece for another, considering limited funds, but I have regretted selling every fine firearm that I have ever sold. Especially in these times, I am only buying, not selling. Besides the fact that I love firearms and they are an excellent investment/store of value, the best benefits of all are that you are supporting a noble and honorable industry (except for S&W mgmt.) and YOU GET TO PISS OFF A LIBERAL!!!

pojim
 
I can't believe that I'm saying this, because SIGs are THE best production handguns on earth in my biased, yet true opinion :) . I would keep the 220. The 210 would be an awesome firearm to own, but if you are counting dimes and have to have one OR the other, I'd suggest looking into another option. Recently I looked into a new barrel on the market, (7 years developing), that is supposed to give groups far superior to the other production barrels in 1911. In all honesty, I have not shot one yet. I plan to though. Its called, "Gas Gun" and is put out by Network Custom Guns. ncggasgun.com If you happen to have a 1911 or wish to buy a used one and have one of these installed, you might be able to save some money and get accuracy that surpasses that of the 210. The 1911's grip angle is very close to the SIG P series. If you're used to shooting the P220, you should feel comfortable with a Government model. I will post my results later after trying out some Government models set up with this gas system. The non-ramp gas barrel system is $450 plus your own gun. If you don't own a 1911, you could shop around and maybe find a good used one for a few hundred dollars. I don't get paid for saying this. Its just a thought from one SIG fan to another. If you decide that you might want more information on this call (740)374-9538. Ask for the same information that was given to Equalizer. You can talk directly to the guy who developed it. It sounds to me like a major breakthrough in terms of accuracy and reliability.

Best wishes on whatever you decide on, Nathan.


[This message has been edited by EQUALIZER (edited March 27, 2000).]
 
I can't understand departing with a fine
firearm like the 220, for anything else;
even a fine Sig P210. Why not save up the
cash, and purchase the 210? :) For me, it
would be, let's see; Do I sell the 220,
226 (9m/m w/two-tone & Siglite's), the
228, or the 229 (.40S&W w/Siglite's)????
Nope, I don't think so!!!!!! :D

Regards,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
 
Well if you want a super accurate gun, try the P88 Walther. Supposedly it's one of the most accurate guns around. I know it's not a Sig(love those things), but Walther's aren't trash. They are also lower priced. I wouldn't sell that 220, IMO it's the best stock 45. Hell it's one of the BEST of any 45.
 
Keep an eye out for SIG M-49s, the military version of the P-210. (Its technically, I think, still a P-210, but the finish is different.) They generally sell for around $600-$800 in G-VG condition, and $800-$900 after factory refinishing.

If you've happy with the P-220 keep it. I had one and sold it, as I never really got all that comfortable with it.

I have a P-210 and its a marvelous gun, but there are some drawbacks:

1) Holsters are hard to come by. (The new Fobus Beretta holster work well, though.)

2) SIG P-210 sights aren't great and you won't find a replacement (or a night sight) for it.

3) No aftermarket parts or grips.

4) They badly need to be dehorned. Its not unusual to find yourself bleeding after rapid mag exchanges (or attempts at rapid mag exchanges) as in IDPA drills. The sights will slice you.

5) the European mag release is a bear to deal with if you're trying to do anything fast.

I shot mine in an IDPA match several months back and came in second -- but can shoot much, much better and faster in IDPA matches with my CZ-75b.

Incidentally, I don't think a Walther P-88 will come close to matching a P-210 for accuracy, but it will be much easier to shoot well for anything but serious target shooting. The H&K P7 might give it a run for accuracy.



[This message has been edited by Walt Sherrill (edited March 27, 2000).]
 
Why get rid of a pistol you know you like in hopes of getting one you heard you'll like? Best case you'll absolutely love the P210, but you still miss the P220 for various reasons (caliber, ergonomics, size effeciency). Worst case the P210 does not live up to it's billing and you really miss your P220. Either way you will miss your P220. Never get rid of a gun you really like.
I've done it. I still regret it.

jjc2
 
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