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I believe the P229 replaced the P228. Is there any difference between the two models? Which is better in terms of overall durability, reliability and accuracy? Any inputs? Thanks
As noted the p228 is stamped slide, while the p229 is milled. As such the two pistols have a slightly different balance to them. Also the p229 is available in 9mm, .40 and .357 Sig.
Yep - the heavier milled slide was intended to accomodate the .357/.40 caliber. Which makes it a bit overbuilt for 9mm, which is a good thing, IMHO. Well designed, tough pistol.
Is it correct to assume that since the P229 is originally designed for the .40, it is way overbuilt for the 9mm? Consequently, it is more durable than the P228 which takes only the 9mm?
durable in terms of tenacity or strength. let's say if a slide is weaker, it will digest only 10,000 rounds. If it's stronger, it will take 20,000 rounds.
Whether the slide is stamped steel, cast or milled may not really matter except for cosmetics.
The slide will probaby be the least likely part to fail on an semi automatic pistol. I think after many thousands of rounds you may need to replace springs, extractors and other small parts. That is expected on any well used piece of machinery.
Both the 228 & 229 would be considered "durable" handguns. The 228 is also US military issue as the M11.
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