I am now faced with a choice. I REALLY REALLY want a Sig. I already have a Kimber 1911 Full Sized, so I figure it might be time to go with something smaller, and not in a .45. I am looking at either a Sig 228 in 9mm, or a Sig 229 in .40. Any opinions and experiences with these guns?
Which Sig?
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Sorry, I can't cast a vote because although the 228 and 229 are physically the same, you are talking about two totally different calibers.
Now, if you are looking for a 9mm, I'd recommend the 228. It's lighter and most of the 229's weight is up in the SS slide making it top heavy, IMHO.
You will get suggestions by some to get the 229 in .40 or .357 because all you have to do is buy another Sig barrel (opposite to the one you have) and the gun will interchange between the two. After that, a 9mm conversion barrel from someone like BarSto will give you all three calibers out of one platform. Personally, I wouldn't do it. But, you have that option.
Again, both guns feel almost exactly the same. So, go with the caliber you want the most.
-Red-
Now, if you are looking for a 9mm, I'd recommend the 228. It's lighter and most of the 229's weight is up in the SS slide making it top heavy, IMHO.
You will get suggestions by some to get the 229 in .40 or .357 because all you have to do is buy another Sig barrel (opposite to the one you have) and the gun will interchange between the two. After that, a 9mm conversion barrel from someone like BarSto will give you all three calibers out of one platform. Personally, I wouldn't do it. But, you have that option.
Again, both guns feel almost exactly the same. So, go with the caliber you want the most.
-Red-
One Sig for you, and one Sig for me-
from your polls, I voted for the Sig P228; as it balances better
than it's counterpart, the P229. The P229 always seemed a
little "top heavy" to me, + I don't care for the .40 caliber. Of
course, many member's here can and will tell you that the Sig
P220A in .45 ACP is my favorite; and they are damn well right.
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, Life Member N.R.A.
from your polls, I voted for the Sig P228; as it balances better
than it's counterpart, the P229. The P229 always seemed a
little "top heavy" to me, + I don't care for the .40 caliber. Of
course, many member's here can and will tell you that the Sig
P220A in .45 ACP is my favorite; and they are damn well right.
Best Wishes,
Ala Dan, Life Member N.R.A.
Unless you're married to the idea of a full size frame...or are able and willing to afford high cap mags, consider the 225 or the 239 in 9mm. I've owned both and they're excellent weapons. Sure they might lack the cache of the 228 or 229, but I guarantee you won't be disappointed.
trapshooter
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I voted for the 229, because I don't have a .40 right now. Other than that, both are good and would work.
Hey Dude, if it'll help your decision... the CEC just approved the Sig P229 9mm for the entire department. It'll be issued to all new recruits... meaning you when you decide to come on. All current personnel are still stuck with the good ol' Ruger P95. Yippee 
In other words, don't worry about what to carry when you decide to become a cop. Just buy what you want. I say go with a two tone P239 in 9mm.
In other words, don't worry about what to carry when you decide to become a cop. Just buy what you want. I say go with a two tone P239 in 9mm.
Sup SDForce, remember, don't tempt me, I'm tempted enough as it is. I went with Dong to Iron Sights in Oceanside and rented a Sig 226 in .40. It was SWEET. My groups were almost the same as my Kimber. Don't worry, if I went SDPD I would go with the 226, but I'm looking into a more compact fun gun. I really really want a Sig now. Damn you and Lon for showing me the 228.