I guess the SIG P226 "NAVY" was not cool enough...

[Onmilo]

Hey Owen,
I'm stepping out on a limb here,,,
I am betting the Military won't accept the weapon unless it has the UID and it matches the inventory program,,,
They are using the same thing on Navy m16s, not sure if the Army or Marines have implemented the program as well.

 

[Owen]

you're right, they won't, because its a requirement. Just like the Navy wouldn't accept the pistol if it was the wrong caliber, or was missing some other part. The Navy makes the serial number registry match the UID when they are received, not the other way around. An "acceptance mark" would be something like a proof mark, or an inspector's cartouche. That's not what this is at all.

The Army, Marines and Air Force are all on board, but all services are significantly behind schedule on implementation. I'm not sure if the Coast Guard is expected to comply.

 

[Dr.Rob]

You know it's ancient history but at one time you could buy a Phrobis slide (that was a "Seal" slide for a few extra bucks to dress up an M9 to "Seal-Spec". (It was also 1 oz. heavier than standard.)

Keep an eye out in shotgun news for anchor marked 226 slides, bet they show up at some point.

 

[harmon rabb]

sig cracks me up with all this rebadging nonsense. how many versions of the 226 are there now? 20+?

 

[dcarch]

21 actually, counting the "competition" models.

 

[jawman]

I agree that they are making many different models and prettying them up in order to generate sales. I also agree that it is a cyclical effect - lather, rinse & repeat. But ya can't bash them for it. It's a good business plan. Look at it this way: at least you are given choices. You don't have to purchase the latest and sexiest Sig. You can still purchase the standard model. It's not like they are discontinuing the standard model and only offering the high end models and ultimately forcing you to spend more money than you should have to. Hooray for choices. If it were me, I'd get the MK25 for the same reason that user txgunsuscg stated. It has nothing to do with the SEAL label. I actually would prefer that it NOT be on there.

Originally said by txgunsuscg:

I would rather have a real rail than the weird Sig copy, which does not allow the accessories (lights, in my case) enough purchase. And I would rather have an extra protection against rust than not, so yeah, if I wanted a Sig, I'd look at this gun first. Has nothing to do with the SEAL label....

 

[JTQ]

You can still purchase the standard model. It's not like they are discontinuing the standard model and only offering the high end models and ultimately forcing you to spend more money than you should have to. Hooray for choices.

My question though, is everything going to become an E2 grip? Seems like the standard models are heading that way.

http://www.sigsauer.com/CatalogProductDetails/p226.aspx

At first, the E2 seemed like a good idea, though I'm not so sure anymore.

 

[NavyEngineer]

you're right, they won't, because its a requirement. Just like the Navy wouldn't accept the pistol if it was the wrong caliber, or was missing some other part. The Navy makes the serial number registry match the UID when they are received, not the other way around. An "acceptance mark" would be something like a proof mark, or an inspector's cartouche. That's not what this is at all.

The Army, Marines and Air Force are all on board, but all services are significantly behind schedule on implementation. I'm not sure if the Coast Guard is expected to comply.

That sounds about right. The fresh from Colt M4 the Army loaned me last year had the label, but my old and beat up Beretta did not. All the Air Force guys I saw in Afghanistan had them on their handguns and rifles.

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[jawman]

Does Sig sell the E2 grips? Is it possible to buy the E2 grips and install them on the MK25?

 

[txgunsuscg]

Does Sig sell the E2 grips? Is it possible to buy the E2 grips and install them on the MK25?

http://www.topgunsupply.com/sig-sauer-e2-grip-kit-p226.html

 

[jawman]

Damn, almost $50 and one still might have to make additional purchases in order to fit them.

 

[TonyT]

SIG has been promoting the "gun of the month" for a number of years. In most cases the only difference is the roll mark on the slide and the variations in external finish.

 

[american lockpicker]

I've been thinking of getting one but its pretty far down on my wish list.

 

[memphisjim]

actually i believe the UID identification label is a special feature so that the government can track you or the pistol at all times !!!!!!!!!!!!!!