Sig 225 or 239

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I know, I hate these threads too, but I need some help. I've decided that unless something really amazing comes out, I'm going exclusively with Sig. I have had problems with everything else Ive tried (except Glock which just isn't my cup of tea) and I'm TIRED of it. I have a 229 and a 232 now, and have on the past owned a 228, another 229, a 229 Sport, a 230, and the 239 in all available calibers, and ALL have been perfectly reliable. I have let the 239 go for various reasons, but keep going back because I really like it. My only problem is that I cannot seem to keep my thumb off the slide release, and it often doesn't lock back as a result. So I've started thinking about the 225 to fill my midsized compact 9mm niche.

225 pros:
Classic styling
Excellent grip
Good reputation
Mags and parts still available

Cons:
Corrosion issues
Not alot of aftermarket support
Classic styling :p
Limited availability

239 pros:
Stainless slide
Good reputation
Endless availability
Modern styling

Cons:
Requires addition of Hogue grip to be right in my hand
Slide release problem

I'm guessing that accuracy and reliability will be negligible. I guess it comes down to the 225 having a slight ergonomic edge, and the 239 having a slight aesthetic and finish edge.

I'd especially like to hear from 225 owners, as I have no experience with it other than handling a rough used one in a store. Thanks.
 
I love my P225.
Its extremely accurate, slim enough to conceal easily, it has been completely reliable. While its true there isn't a lot of gadget support for the Sig P225, but all you need is a set of Trijicon NS, and a coupla spare mags and your set. There are plenty of good leather and kydex holsters out there as well.
My P225 is my second favorite carry pistol, right behind my Walther P99.
 
Here's a strategy for you...

P225's are end of lifed, but can be had for about $450-$470 all day.

Buy the P225 and , if you decide it doesn't fit your needs, sell it and buy the p239

That way, you'll be sure you haven't 'missed out'. The P239s will be in abundant supply for quite some time to come.

Have you shot the P239 yet? I have one in 9mm with the stock grips. The gun felt awkward in my hand until the first time I fired it. It almost seems to 'fit better' while you're shooting it... at least for me, it does... I wouldn't trade mine for anything.
 
As a multiple 225 owner, I can't say enough about them. It is without a doubt, the best shooting pistol I have had the pleasure to own and shoot.

I am a self-confessed sig-aholic and strongly endorse the 225. The 239 is being pushed as it is American made. The 225 is not discontinued, but production runs into the US will be limited in the future - the last number I heard was 2500 per year into the US.

As for aftermarket items...why? All I have on them is night sights...two of them have SIGlights, and one has Meprolights. That's it. Doesn't need anymore than that.

Add on a Highnoon leather hoslter (www.highnoonholsters.com) or a Ky-tac (from www.skdtac.com) and you are set!
 
YES!

Like teombe said, get the P225. If you don't like it somebody on this forum would gladly take it off your hands.:D They're both great, but I think you'll like the P225 better than the P239. (I do.:))
 
Thanks

Teombe,
I have fired the 239. As stated in my original post, I owned several in the past. The Hogue made it for me. I adored the .40, found the .357 a handful, and the 9mm I had was when they first hit the shelf, the Hogue didn't yet exist, and it had that crappy short trigger...

I think you may be on to something with trying the 225 first... But I did want to avoid the loss of a couple hundred bucks on the trade-in though, I lose more money that way...

Get this though: I saw two brand new 225's at the indoor range I shoot at last Friday, but didn't note the price. Called them today to see what they were asking, and he told me "$725"! And that's with plain bar-dots.

Vluc,

I was thinking mostly of grips I guess... I know Hogue doesn't make anything, and I'm not aware of any other companies offering anything either. I find the stock plastic to be perfectly fine, but a set of classy wood grips might do nicely.

I too am a big Sig guy. Aside from a Seecamp .32 that I can't seem to let go, I'll only do Sigs now. Nothing against other manufacturers, I just either have functioning problems, or ergonomic isssues... Thanks for your input.

Blades,
If it happens that way, I'll keep you in mind. How's $725 sound.:)
 
Vluc:

Glad to hear that that third 225 of yours is living up to your expectations... ;) By the way, I decided I really didn't like my SIG stable being devoid of a 225, so I picked up another one. Also, a KH code, just like the last one. I'll have to e-mail you a picture of the test target. Very impressive.

Oh, and I finally decided on a 1911 -- put money down on a Wilson Combat Protector Compact. We'll have to meet up again soon to do some shooting.

Take care. Marko
 
It depends on which one you shoot better and which one feels better to you. I like the P225, I like it so much I bought a second one. OTOH my son has a smaller hand and carries a P239 in 9mm. Go with what fits.
 
Get the 225. That isn't a suggestion, it's close to the word from on high. What the finger REALLY wrote on the wall was "Get the 225".
 
I have both. The 225 out of the box is a perfect fit and shoots very well. MY 239 seems a bit more accruate than MY 225. Please note that every gun is a law unto itself. I did not like the feel of the 239. It is probably the only gun made with grips too small for my hands. Then I bought a set of Hogue wood grips. This increased the girth of the grip enought to make it more comfortable. Otherwise I have only installed Trijicons on both.

Choosing one over the other would be very difficult for me. Both are accurate and I cannot discern the difference between the two in recoil or muzzle flip. Both lend themselves to CCW.

However, all of the above are moot points because I carry a 228 for 8-10 hours six days a week and out of the box, MY 228 is more accurate that either of the single stacks or my 226. Again each gun is a law unto itself. A friend's 1988 YOM 226 is box stock more accurate than any of my Sigs or 1911's. Go figure.

Jay
 
Thanks again

That's 6 for the 225, 0 for the 239, and 3 that could go either way. Thanks for the input. I was tending toward the 225, and I think I'm going to persue it. I have sent an e-mail to KYimports inquiring about the 225's. I'm looking at the new ones they have with K-Kote. If they actually gave a % for the used ones, I'd feel better about going that way, but "very good" isn't enough to go on. I've not ordered online before or out of state, so any words on that would be appreciated.
 
225

Get the 225 you will not be unhappy. I enjoy mine it feels like it was made just for me. Like was stated before the 239 is plentiful. You can always get it.
 
No doubt, P-225

The P225 is to pistols what Excalibur was to King Arthur--the perfect fit.

No other handgun I have picked up ever felt as good as the Sig 225; it's a natural point and shoot weapon.

No doubts about it in my mind; I've shot both guns and I'd take the P225 without a second's thought in the matter.

I gave $500 for mine two years ago with 2 spare magazines.

I wouldn't take $1,000 for it if I wasn't certain I could lay my hands on another one...
 
Well, I can see I have the dissenting opinion on the 225.

I owned on for a while. It was accurate enough, and totally reliable. No complaints at all in that regard.

But, I found it was no more easy to conceal for me than a full sized gun with a double stack mag. Its also no easier to conceal than a 220.

If you want one, its not going to let you down if you need it. But I dont think its a very good choice for concealment.
 
Decisions, decisions

Well, I handled a very used 225 at a store the other night, and I liked it. This particular example would have needed alot of work, so I didn't bite (especially at $500!) But I have decided however, to delay a decision until I put my hands on the other must-have for my SIG collection, which is a 220ST (yeah, who isn't looking for one, I know). I'm pretty surprised that the 239 got no whole-hearted endorsements. I liked the ones I owned alot, and it pulls me in that direction... Nobody?
 
In 9mm, I cannot argue with the P225 recommendations. However, when I came time to buy my very first Sig, it had to be in .357 Sig. It's one of my favorite rounds. I chose the P239.
 
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