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hawk_eb · 03-06-2007, 09:00 PM

I have had a P228 for around 10 years now also a XD 9 service, and am looking for a good carry gun. I have my search down to 2 guns(it would be 3 if I could afford a Springfield EMP 9mm)! Ok so i am looking at a Sig P239 9mm or XD 9 Sub-compact. Having trouble deciding between the 2 and only have the cash for one, any help would be great!

Thanks

Cooperd0g · 03-06-2007, 09:30 PM

What is wrong with the two guns you have now? Both should be concealable with a proper belt and holster. Don't skimp on these two items and you should be just fine. Plus it is cheaper than buying a new gun.

Of the two you have listed, have you considered the weight and capacity in addition to size? They are about the same length, but the XD is just a bit shorter. That could be a plus or minus. Slightly shorter can be easier to conceal, but I can't get all my fingers on an XDSC grip so control during shooting is lower for me. Sig's website doesn't list the 239's weight, but I'm guessing it is steel so it will probably be heavier than the XDSC. It is slightly down on capacity, but it is single stack so it should be slimmer. Sig costs more than XD.

Also, the XDSC would still be able to use your regular XD mags.

Both are quite good, I'm sure. Have you had a chance to handle both? That might help you decide. Of course, I still vote for the good belt and holster.

The Knight Of Light · 03-06-2007, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Cooperd0g

What is wrong with the two guns you have now?

Some people just like having lots of guns. I struggled for a long time to figure out what pistol was right for me. It ended up being a Kahr P45 IWB. Small, slim, and flat it just worked better than any other pistol I have. I bought and sold a SIG 229 .40 and a Glock 23 just because I could not stand to carry them and they weren't that fun to shoot. Some times you just have to keep looking til that one pistol catches you eye!

Exmasonite · 03-06-2007, 09:39 PM

+1 on cooperdog's comments.

XDSC 9 + good belt and holster + extra ammo= cost of sig

hmmm... SC will take your service mags, etc. also has ability to take high cap mags with sleeve. not sure if sig can do that...

The Knight Of Light · 03-06-2007, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Exmasonite

+1 on cooperdog's comments.

XDSC 9 + good belt and holster + extra ammo= cost of sig

hmmm... SC will take your service mags, etc. also has ability to take high cap mags with sleeve. not sure if sig can do that...

There sleeves you can get for the SIG but they are silly, but comfort and weight become and issue when carrying. Large magazines, wide fat pistol, caliber concerns. As far as the SIG239 is concerned if you are going to carry a Single Stack pistol make it use the biggest bullets it can. 45 acp.

Exmasonite · 03-06-2007, 10:07 PM

knight of light-

i agree... for my XD 9 SC, i have the regular 10 rd mag in gun when carrying. but the 2nd mag i carry is high cap so i can carry 27 rds b/w the 2 mags and pipe. plus, the extended mags can be nice for the range to have the expanded grip and limit reload times.

rgeliske · 03-07-2007, 03:40 AM

Let me first say that I absolutely am lusting after a SIG P239 SAS. The reason I don't have one is :

1. Weight
2. Size
3. Capacity
4. Trigger
5. Price

I carry a XD9SC and it is has the Sig beat in all categories when using an XD40SC mag which gives you 13 rounds. The DAK trigger is nice but after about 500 rounds I like the XD more. The Sig is a nice size bit the XD has less weight and is not as bulky. The XD is also a couple hundred bucks cheaper.

I have to say all that everyday so I don't go out and buy the 239 SAS at one of my local dealers. That is one good looking gun.

40 S&W · 03-08-2007, 11:07 AM

With the right holster you can conceal almost anything.I sometimes even carry my G20 IWB.I always use Kramer holsters http://www.kramerleather.com/

03-06-2007, 09:00 PM	#1
hawk_eb XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 5	carry gun I have had a P228 for around 10 years now also a XD 9 service, and am looking for a good carry gun. I have my search down to 2 guns(it would be 3 if I could afford a Springfield EMP 9mm)! Ok so i am looking at a Sig P239 9mm or XD 9 Sub-compact. Having trouble deciding between the 2 and only have the cash for one, any help would be great! Thanks

03-07-2007, 03:40 AM	#7
rgeliske XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,674	Let me first say that I absolutely am lusting after a SIG P239 SAS. The reason I don't have one is : 1. Weight 2. Size 3. Capacity 4. Trigger 5. Price I carry a XD9SC and it is has the Sig beat in all categories when using an XD40SC mag which gives you 13 rounds. The DAK trigger is nice but after about 500 rounds I like the XD more. The Sig is a nice size bit the XD has less weight and is not as bulky. The XD is also a couple hundred bucks cheaper. I have to say all that everyday so I don't go out and buy the 239 SAS at one of my local dealers. That is one good looking gun. __________________ Sig P220, Taurus PT1911, Browning HiPower 9mm, CZ75, CZ75 P01, S&W Model 60 357, Savage 9317 BTVS .17, Browning Buckmark, Taurus Gaucho 357 (pair), Taurus Gaucho 45LC (pair), Uberti 1873 Saddle Rifle 357, Uberti 1873 45 LC Carbine, TTN 12 Gauge Double, Ruger Bisley Vaquero 357 (pair), Springfield XD9SC, XD45 Service, XD45 Compact Tactical, Glock G35, Taurus 617 357

03-08-2007, 11:07 AM	#8
40 S&W XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Phila PA Posts: 21	With the right holster you can conceal almost anything.I sometimes even carry my G20 IWB.I always use Kramer holsters http://www.kramerleather.com/ __________________ Amendment II (the Second Amendment)declares the necessity for "a well regulated militia," and prohibits infringement of "the right of the people to keep and bear arms."

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03-06-2007, 09:30 PM	#2
Cooperd0g XDTalk Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 95	What is wrong with the two guns you have now? Both should be concealable with a proper belt and holster. Don't skimp on these two items and you should be just fine. Plus it is cheaper than buying a new gun. Of the two you have listed, have you considered the weight and capacity in addition to size? They are about the same length, but the XD is just a bit shorter. That could be a plus or minus. Slightly shorter can be easier to conceal, but I can't get all my fingers on an XDSC grip so control during shooting is lower for me. Sig's website doesn't list the 239's weight, but I'm guessing it is steel so it will probably be heavier than the XDSC. It is slightly down on capacity, but it is single stack so it should be slimmer. Sig costs more than XD. Also, the XDSC would still be able to use your regular XD mags. Both are quite good, I'm sure. Have you had a chance to handle both? That might help you decide. Of course, I still vote for the good belt and holster.

03-06-2007, 09:39 PM	#4
Exmasonite XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 811	+1 on cooperdog's comments. XDSC 9 + good belt and holster + extra ammo= cost of sig hmmm... SC will take your service mags, etc. also has ability to take high cap mags with sleeve. not sure if sig can do that...

03-06-2007, 10:07 PM	#6
Exmasonite XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 811	knight of light- i agree... for my XD 9 SC, i have the regular 10 rd mag in gun when carrying. but the 2nd mag i carry is high cap so i can carry 27 rds b/w the 2 mags and pipe. plus, the extended mags can be nice for the range to have the expanded grip and limit reload times.