SIG 220/226 Still a good LEO choice? - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

SoCalXD · 02-17-2007, 04:13 AM

I'm heading to the regional acadamy in 60 days. I'll need to supply my own gear, including pistol. Caliber choices are 9, 40 &45. I own pistols in all those calibers, but none of mine are on the approved list (XD=NoGo, 1911=NoGo

). I'm leaning toward a SIG due to it's better egros over a Glock. My question to you vets is whether or not the 220/226 is the best choice, or if one of the newer SIG compacts would be a better option. I have a complete lack of knowledge when it comes to all things SIG, so I thought I'd ask the LEOs here who carry SIGs (and if anyone is interested in dumping a well worn duty SIG to upgrade to one of those new DAKs, I may be interested!)

All feedback is welcome!

ewayte · 02-17-2007, 07:03 AM

Two of our local agencies (Orlando, Winter Park) carry the P226 in 9mm. (I'm not a cop, just a curious citizen). I have a P226 and a XD9SC and the P226 fits my hand better than the Glock.

Too bad the XD isn't on the approved list!

XD-D.C. · 02-17-2007, 07:18 AM

Next to the XD, I think the p226 is one of the finest guns made. Having said that...you cannot go wrong with any of those sigs.

The Tengu · 02-17-2007, 08:01 AM

Any of the SIGs are a good choice. It's weird with the SIGs because their magazine capacities are sort of low compared to other pistols out there, but they're solid and reliable guns. The 2022 will probably be easier on your wallet, and it's lighter than the others because of the polymer frame.

What kind of trigger does it have to be? Double-action-only? If you don't have to have a DAO trigger, I suggest a DA/SA or DAK. Hundreds of rounds per day at the academy with a heavy DAO trigger will kick your ass.

ichy_trigger · 02-17-2007, 08:16 AM

I dont own a 226 but I own 2-229's and a 2340 and I chose 226. I think if I was carrying a gun exposed, I would opt for the inch longer barrel that the 226 offers.

longtab · 02-17-2007, 10:26 AM

The Sig 226 was the first pistol I owned. I looooved it... especially since that was at the height of the "226 is the world's premier 9mm" craze of 1992. I sold it and have regretted it ever since. Of course I have a XD and am incredibly impressed with it, but the 226 just exudes European over-engineering.

**Alaskapopo** · 02-17-2007, 12:05 PM

I prefer Glock to Sig. I have owned both and sigs are good guns. However I have come to hate DA SA guns. The first shot slows you down if your good and if your not most put it in the dirt. The sig also has a high bore axis which magnifies muzzle flip. Also Sigs are no where near as durable as glocks. If you must get the sig get the 226.
Pat

ichy_trigger · 02-17-2007, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Alaskapopo

I prefer Glock to Sig. I have owned both and sigs are good guns. However I have come to hate DA SA guns. The first shot slows you down if your good and if your not most put it in the dirt. The sig also has a high bore axis which magnifies muzzle flip. Also Sigs are no where near as durable as glocks. If you must get the sig get the 226.
Pat

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**Alaskapopo** · 02-17-2007, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by ichy_trigger

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I used to be a huge sig fan. I have owned the following sigs. Sig 220 (45 acp), 226 (9mm) two 229's (40sw and a 357 sig) two 239's (9mm and a 357 sig) and a sig 229 sport.

The alluminum framed models will crack their frames if you shoot them enough usually between 25000 and 50000 rounds. The DA first shot trigger pull has a lot to be desired. Its not so good. Usually its around 12 pounds with some stacking unless you get trigger work done. Another pet peeve is the long trigger reset in single action mode. If your an XD shooter you will find that fine but as a 1911 and Glock shooter its unacceptable.

Sigs are an excellent DA pistol. I just don't like DA guns anymore. Also the newer sigs comming out lately have been getting a lot of complaints for reliablity issues. Not sure why. I do know its the USA made sigs that are getting the complaints.
Pat

Mike TRT · 02-17-2007, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Alaskapopo

The sig also has a high bore axis which magnifies muzzle flip.

this is one of the main reasons I dont like sigs....seems like the slide is a mile above your grip, plus the low capacity in .45

I did shoot a 226 DAK, the trigger is pretty nice.......

my partner just got an XD .45 5" to retire his nickel 220 .45 sig.....he may want to sell it if interested........

whats on the approved list? other than sig and glock

View Poll Results: Best SIG Choice for Academy Newb?
SIG 220	3	7.69%
SIG 226	23	58.97%
SIG 229	10	25.64%
SIG 2022	2	5.13%
None of the Above	2	5.13%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 39. You may not vote on this poll

02-17-2007, 04:13 AM	#1
SoCalXD XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 516	SIG 220/226 Still a good LEO choice? I'm heading to the regional acadamy in 60 days. I'll need to supply my own gear, including pistol. Caliber choices are 9, 40 &45. I own pistols in all those calibers, but none of mine are on the approved list (XD=NoGo, 1911=NoGo ). I'm leaning toward a SIG due to it's better egros over a Glock. My question to you vets is whether or not the 220/226 is the best choice, or if one of the newer SIG compacts would be a better option. I have a complete lack of knowledge when it comes to all things SIG, so I thought I'd ask the LEOs here who carry SIGs (and if anyone is interested in dumping a well worn duty SIG to upgrade to one of those new DAKs, I may be interested!) All feedback is welcome! __________________ My XD-40's: Duty, IDPA & Home-Defense: Tactical: Springer Trigger & Slide Release, Dawson Adj. Tritium Sights, Full Cobra Chrome, CC Mag Release, D.G.R., 16# Spring, Magloc Magwell w/full beveling, Pachmayr Mag Bumpers, Insight 3X w/contured remote. EFK 9mm Conversion Barrel for IDPA & Training. CCW: SC: Springer Trigger & Slide Release, TFOs, Canyon Creek Mag Release, Pearce Extensions, Sand Decal Grips.

02-17-2007, 07:03 AM	#2
ewayte XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 6	P226 has my vote Two of our local agencies (Orlando, Winter Park) carry the P226 in 9mm. (I'm not a cop, just a curious citizen). I have a P226 and a XD9SC and the P226 fits my hand better than the Glock. Too bad the XD isn't on the approved list!

02-17-2007, 08:01 AM	#4
The Tengu XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,768	Any of the SIGs are a good choice. It's weird with the SIGs because their magazine capacities are sort of low compared to other pistols out there, but they're solid and reliable guns. The 2022 will probably be easier on your wallet, and it's lighter than the others because of the polymer frame. What kind of trigger does it have to be? Double-action-only? If you don't have to have a DAO trigger, I suggest a DA/SA or DAK. Hundreds of rounds per day at the academy with a heavy DAO trigger will kick your ass. __________________ The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied males at least 17 years of age and, except as provided in section 313 of title 32, under 45 years of age who are, or who have made a declaration of intention to become, citizens of the United States and of female citizens of the United States who are members of the National Guard. United States Code, Title 10, section 311, paragraph (a)

02-17-2007, 08:16 AM	#5
ichy_trigger XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 7,417	I dont own a 226 but I own 2-229's and a 2340 and I chose 226. I think if I was carrying a gun exposed, I would opt for the inch longer barrel that the 226 offers. __________________ "The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." http://militarysignatures.com/signatures/member2645.png

02-17-2007, 07:18 AM	#3
XD-D.C. XDTalk Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 66	Next to the XD, I think the p226 is one of the finest guns made. Having said that...you cannot go wrong with any of those sigs.

02-17-2007, 10:26 AM	#6
longtab XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 116	The Sig 226 was the first pistol I owned. I looooved it... especially since that was at the height of the "226 is the world's premier 9mm" craze of 1992. I sold it and have regretted it ever since. Of course I have a XD and am incredibly impressed with it, but the 226 just exudes European over-engineering. __________________ De Oppresso Liber We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm. ~ George Orwell

02-17-2007, 12:05 PM	#7
Alaskapopo XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Alaska Posts: 2,705	I prefer Glock to Sig. I have owned both and sigs are good guns. However I have come to hate DA SA guns. The first shot slows you down if your good and if your not most put it in the dirt. The sig also has a high bore axis which magnifies muzzle flip. Also Sigs are no where near as durable as glocks. If you must get the sig get the 226. Pat __________________ Colt M16/AR15,1911 & Glock Armorer. Certified Firearms Instructor & Urban Rifle Instructor. Completed SWAT Entry Team and SWAT Sniper courses. NRA Endowment Member IDPA Expert level shooter in CDP, ESP and SSP. USPSA A 56876 IDPA A27468

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