DrStrangelove
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Can you see the shell?
Bullseye!
Have a nice day!
Bare necessities!
Some pictures of my baby!
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Can you see the shell?
Bullseye!
Have a nice day!
Bare necessities!
DrStrangelove
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Thanks
Thanks for the kind words. Yes, that is a factory satin nickel finish on that there .40 P229. It also has factory installed nitesights.
Best purchase I think I've ever made aside from my Road King (which was stolen a few months back
).
Thanks for the kind words. Yes, that is a factory satin nickel finish on that there .40 P229. It also has factory installed nitesights.
Best purchase I think I've ever made aside from my Road King (which was stolen a few months back
).DrStrangelove, you did outstanding. Thanks for the pic's of
a mighty nice looking weapon. I'm sure you will enjoy that
"piece" immensley.
However, I'm not a .40 caliber type
person; give me the .45 caliber P220, when one is going
out for "serious business". With that said, I would also
have opted for the blued finish on any auto loader;
and I would have left those SigLite night sight's off, as
well. Reason #1, I'm NOT a fan of "nickel plated
sissy pistol's", of any kind, and #2, SigLite's are
very hard for me too see in daylight hour's.
I'm not trying to be critical of your purchase, as the Sig
P229 is a very fine weapon. I am simply stating my likes
and/or in some cases, my dislike's of the P229. But, as
they say "whatever float's you boat" pal; then that's
O.K. by me.
Stay Safe, Shoot Straight, and May All Your Bullets Fall
Into The X-Ring-
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
a mighty nice looking weapon. I'm sure you will enjoy that
"piece" immensley.
However, I'm not a .40 caliber typeperson; give me the .45 caliber P220, when one is going
out for "serious business". With that said, I would also
have opted for the blued finish on any auto loader;
and I would have left those SigLite night sight's off, as
well. Reason #1, I'm NOT a fan of "nickel plated
sissy pistol's", of any kind, and #2, SigLite's are
very hard for me too see in daylight hour's.
I'm not trying to be critical of your purchase, as the Sig
P229 is a very fine weapon. I am simply stating my likes
and/or in some cases, my dislike's of the P229. But, as
they say "whatever float's you boat" pal; then that's
O.K. by me.
Stay Safe, Shoot Straight, and May All Your Bullets Fall
Into The X-Ring-
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
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I'll take that "sissy pistol" with night sites over almost any pistol on the planet.
I have a Sig Factory Nickel P226 in 9mm and it is one sweet shooter.
As for night sites, it depends on what kind you get - yeah the Sig sites are hard to see, but other brands make ones that are quite easy to see in the daylight.
Anyway - beautiful gun there man - wish I had one just like it.
I have a Sig Factory Nickel P226 in 9mm and it is one sweet shooter.
As for night sites, it depends on what kind you get - yeah the Sig sites are hard to see, but other brands make ones that are quite easy to see in the daylight.
Anyway - beautiful gun there man - wish I had one just like it.
DrStrangelove
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Ala said:
I don't understand Ala at all. First he compliments my gun and then negates everything he said: he doesn't like .40s, doens't like the P229 for that matter, doesn't like "sissy nickel," doesn't like Siglites. Heheh, I don't know if he was being (initially) faceous or not.
Anyway, I love my gun. My .45 WILL NOT BE A P220 (although I *DO* love the gun). Actually I would probably choose a 220 as my second .45. I plan on purchasing either a Springfield TRP or Les Baer Custom as my .45.
Oh, heheheheh, and I'm SO glad that my choice is...
Ala said:
I would hate to disappoint him. 
I don't understand Ala at all. First he compliments my gun and then negates everything he said: he doesn't like .40s, doens't like the P229 for that matter, doesn't like "sissy nickel," doesn't like Siglites. Heheh, I don't know if he was being (initially) faceous or not.
Anyway, I love my gun. My .45 WILL NOT BE A P220 (although I *DO* love the gun). Actually I would probably choose a 220 as my second .45. I plan on purchasing either a Springfield TRP or Les Baer Custom as my .45.
Oh, heheheheh, and I'm SO glad that my choice is...
Ala said:
I would hate to disappoint him.
Greeting's Again, Dr Strangelove-
You apparently have missed some very important point's.
First off, most everyone on these forums know good
and well that I'm addicted to SIG'S; any model,
of the "Classic" P-series: P220, P225, P226, P228, P229,
P230, P232, and yes the P239. All of these are really
excellent firearms.
#2, Being a 20 year veteran of law enforcement, I do not
care for shiney object's; particulary handguns. I
feel as though they can draw a lot of unnecessary type
of attention. If you ever saw the movie, U.S. Marhal's
one of the actor's refers to nickel plating as a "nickel plated
sissy pistol". I'm very sorry if you can't take a joke, friend.
I certainly do apologize for making that mistake.
#3, As to caliber of the P229. I have tested the .40 S&W
round extensively, in these particular handguns: Sig P229,
Glock 23, and a Glock 27. Two, thing's standout. The .40
caliber has a tremendous amount of recoil and muzzle
blast, as fired from any of these weapons; when using
factory ammunition. The P229, is no exception;
with it's very short grip it makes for a very troublesome
day at the range. In my test, I found that the GLOCK 27
handled the felt recoil and muzzle blast much better; and
was actually easier to shoot accurately.
Next, a fact
I didn't even mention- with the Sig incorporating the use
of a solid block of stainless steel for the slide; it seems
to make the weapon top heavy, as compared to
the 9m/m Sig P228. Personal opinion- I think the .40 S&W
round would be best suited in the larger frame P226. All
persons who frequent these forums know also that I
prefer the .45 caliber Sig P220; as it was my L.E.O.
weapon of choice.
#4, Now on to SigLite night sight's; as manufactuered by
Trijicon. As I explained, these sight's are very hard to see
during daylight hours; at least for all that are in the "over
40"crowd, without the use of special optics such as glass'es
with Varilux bifocal lens. I never used them in my 20 years
(1977-1997) as a LEO. I see NO need for them; and I feel
the same way about laser equipped handgun's.
And as to the phrase, "Whatever float's your boat"; well
that is kind'a self explanatory for most folk's, meaning
very simply "if you are happy with your purchase, then I'm proud for you". That's my spin there pal on my quote's-
Good Day,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
You apparently have missed some very important point's.
First off, most everyone on these forums know good
and well that I'm addicted to SIG'S; any model,
of the "Classic" P-series: P220, P225, P226, P228, P229,
P230, P232, and yes the P239.
All of these are reallyexcellent firearms.
#2, Being a 20 year veteran of law enforcement, I do not
care for shiney object's; particulary handguns. I
feel as though they can draw a lot of unnecessary type
of attention. If you ever saw the movie, U.S. Marhal's
one of the actor's refers to nickel plating as a "nickel plated
sissy pistol". I'm very sorry if you can't take a joke, friend.
I certainly do apologize for making that mistake.
#3, As to caliber of the P229. I have tested the .40 S&W
round extensively, in these particular handguns: Sig P229,
Glock 23, and a Glock 27. Two, thing's standout. The .40
caliber has a tremendous amount of recoil and muzzle
blast, as fired from any of these weapons; when using
factory ammunition. The P229, is no exception;
with it's very short grip it makes for a very troublesome
day at the range. In my test, I found that the GLOCK 27
handled the felt recoil and muzzle blast much better; and
was actually easier to shoot accurately.
Next, a factI didn't even mention- with the Sig incorporating the use
of a solid block of stainless steel for the slide; it seems
to make the weapon top heavy, as compared to
the 9m/m Sig P228. Personal opinion- I think the .40 S&W
round would be best suited in the larger frame P226. All
persons who frequent these forums know also that I
prefer the .45 caliber Sig P220; as it was my L.E.O.
weapon of choice.
#4, Now on to SigLite night sight's; as manufactuered by
Trijicon. As I explained, these sight's are very hard to see
during daylight hours; at least for all that are in the "over
40"crowd, without the use of special optics such as glass'es
with Varilux bifocal lens. I never used them in my 20 years
(1977-1997) as a LEO. I see NO need for them; and I feel
the same way about laser equipped handgun's.
And as to the phrase, "Whatever float's your boat"; well
that is kind'a self explanatory for most folk's, meaning
very simply "if you are happy with your purchase, then I'm proud for you". That's my spin there pal on my quote's-
Good Day,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
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DrStrangelove,
There are alot of us here who really like the nickel plated "shiney" guns. I have several and love every one. I didn't think I would like a SIG but your post has sure changed my mind. As Ala Dan says, "whatever floats your boat". Nickel and stainless float mine. I want to adopt!
There are alot of us here who really like the nickel plated "shiney" guns. I have several and love every one. I didn't think I would like a SIG but your post has sure changed my mind. As Ala Dan says, "whatever floats your boat". Nickel and stainless float mine. I want to adopt!
DrStrangelove
New member
Ala
No need to defend your point-- all that you just said is about exactly what I took from your INITIAL post.
And I didn't take offense-- just didn't understand. At first you were like "congrats, nice choice" (paraphrasing) and then you went on to describe EVERYTHING that you hated.
Just doesn't follow the normal course of rhetoric when discussing something-- your initial post (you must admit) was paradoxical, if not, simply "conflicted" in its message.
Anyway, in all seriousness, I honestly took no offense. You seem like a good guy-- knowledgeable, too. I *DID* take the "sissy" remark as a joke (I knew the reference) and wanted to joke back when I said that I was glad my choice was "ok by [you]."
Pax,
Brad
P.S.
I don't have 20 years-- don't even have 20 mins, but I *am* about 3/4s or the way through the application process for my local police department. And, I, too, will not carry a nickel plated gun as a service pistol. But they sure are pretty at the range and on display in my cabinet.
No need to defend your point-- all that you just said is about exactly what I took from your INITIAL post.
And I didn't take offense-- just didn't understand. At first you were like "congrats, nice choice" (paraphrasing) and then you went on to describe EVERYTHING that you hated.
Just doesn't follow the normal course of rhetoric when discussing something-- your initial post (you must admit) was paradoxical, if not, simply "conflicted" in its message.
Anyway, in all seriousness, I honestly took no offense. You seem like a good guy-- knowledgeable, too. I *DID* take the "sissy" remark as a joke (I knew the reference) and wanted to joke back when I said that I was glad my choice was "ok by [you]."
Pax,
Brad
P.S.
I don't have 20 years-- don't even have 20 mins, but I *am* about 3/4s or the way through the application process for my local police department. And, I, too, will not carry a nickel plated gun as a service pistol. But they sure are pretty at the range and on display in my cabinet.
GeneralChang
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No flames just a suggestion. Check out this website:
http://www.sportshooter.com/improving/index.htm
I am referring to the way you grip your firearm. Again, just a suggestion.
http://www.sportshooter.com/improving/index.htm
I am referring to the way you grip your firearm. Again, just a suggestion.
Dr. Strangelove,
There are a lot of people who think all guns should be serious, black and only decked out for its express purpose. All business. Guns that look too fancy seem too "precious" for any serious use. I guess you could include me in that boat being a Glock devotee.
But there's also a part of me that appreciate them for their craftmanship and yeah, their aesthetics. Esp. a pistol that looks as classy and not overdone like yours. Lets also not forget gunslingers in the Old West liked to embellish and customize their pistols. Why? Because it showed how much their guns meant to them.
By the way I used to own "blued" P229s in .40 and 9mm and I too were attracted to their aesthetics. They never hiccuped on me while they were under my care.
There are a lot of people who think all guns should be serious, black and only decked out for its express purpose. All business. Guns that look too fancy seem too "precious" for any serious use. I guess you could include me in that boat being a Glock devotee.
But there's also a part of me that appreciate them for their craftmanship and yeah, their aesthetics. Esp. a pistol that looks as classy and not overdone like yours. Lets also not forget gunslingers in the Old West liked to embellish and customize their pistols. Why? Because it showed how much their guns meant to them.
By the way I used to own "blued" P229s in .40 and 9mm and I too were attracted to their aesthetics. They never hiccuped on me while they were under my care.
Att: DrStrangelove,
Here is something else that I forgot to mention in our
previous discussion. After owning a total of five Sig's,
yes, thats right: 2X P220's, P226, P228, and a P229;
I finally decided to sell the P226 and the P229. The
P226's "European" grip angle just didn't suit me, as
well as that of the P220A. Otherwise, it was a great
firearm; real pretty with the two-tone finish and the
SigLite's, chambered in 9m/m. I had NO malfunctions
with it, or the .40 caliber P229; which also came with
SigLite's. So, what I ended up doing was to keep only
one P220 in .45, and a P228 in 9m/m. Both are from
the era where as the slide is stamped "Made in West
Germany". The P228 w/ 2-magazines of the hi-cap
variety might be one of the first imported into this
country; back when they arrived in Herndon, VA,
instead of Exeter, NH. Both guns have the German
proof marks, and from the date code this P228 was
manufactured in 1990; with serial B111XXX. These
guns were not produced until 1989; the same year
the wall came tumbling down. My .45 caliber P220
was produced in 1995. Apparently, the slides on
these two weapons were made prior to 1989; at
least that would be my guess. At any rate, stay
safe-and shoot straight; and many thanks for
buying a Sig!
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
Here is something else that I forgot to mention in our
previous discussion. After owning a total of five Sig's,
yes, thats right: 2X P220's, P226, P228, and a P229;
I finally decided to sell the P226 and the P229. The
P226's "European" grip angle just didn't suit me, as
well as that of the P220A. Otherwise, it was a great
firearm; real pretty with the two-tone finish and the
SigLite's, chambered in 9m/m. I had NO malfunctions
with it, or the .40 caliber P229; which also came with
SigLite's. So, what I ended up doing was to keep only
one P220 in .45, and a P228 in 9m/m. Both are from
the era where as the slide is stamped "Made in West
Germany". The P228 w/ 2-magazines of the hi-cap
variety might be one of the first imported into this
country; back when they arrived in Herndon, VA,
instead of Exeter, NH. Both guns have the German
proof marks, and from the date code this P228 was
manufactured in 1990; with serial B111XXX. These
guns were not produced until 1989; the same year
the wall came tumbling down. My .45 caliber P220
was produced in 1995. Apparently, the slides on
these two weapons were made prior to 1989; at
least that would be my guess. At any rate, stay
safe-and shoot straight; and many thanks for
buying a Sig!
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, N.R.A. Life Member
DrStrangelove
New member
General...
No problem-- at all! I know my grip sucks. I was asking earlier for suggestions. I got some, too and used them today at the range and I felt much more confident with other grips. I'm looking at the site you sent right now. In future pictures, I can nearly guarentee you that you won't see that grip again. Thanks a million for the suggestions.
Brad
No problem-- at all! I know my grip sucks. I was asking earlier for suggestions. I got some, too and used them today at the range and I felt much more confident with other grips. I'm looking at the site you sent right now. In future pictures, I can nearly guarentee you that you won't see that grip again. Thanks a million for the suggestions.
Brad