Sig p225 problems

[kurinto]

Hi everyone,

Been reading awhile, first time posting. I recently picked up my first handgun, a used sig p225 from Gander Mtn. I picked it up on Friday, got about 300 rounds through it and on Sunday broke what I believe is the trigger bar spring (the spring that pushes the trigger back in place).

I took it back to Gander to be told it'd be 6-8 weeks turn around, and I obviously am upset to say the least. I see parts kits for $25 from online retailers...so I was wondering if there are any write-ups or diagrams available online so I can just get my pistol back and fix it myself. I know next to nothing about how handguns are put together but I am pretty mechanically inclined and think I should be able to handle it...unless I am missing something.

Also as a side question...what grip options are available for the p225? I see plenty for other sig models, will work with the slimmer single stack grip as well?

Thanks all for your help, and the wealth of knowledge provided.

(If this topic has been covered before I apologize, the search function is not working for me)

 

[goon]

I just sent one into SIG to be worked on. Although I don't think it is working to my satisfaction yet, the turnaround time was less than a week including shipping.
I'm still disappointed but at least they are quick about it and seem willing to try and correct problems.
Is your gun a CPO? If it is, it is under warranty for a year. If not, 6 weeks is still absurdly long to wait. From my experience with SIG, I can't see how it could possibly take that long.
Also, if its under warranty they will pay the shipping.

 

[mikec]

Follow this thread: http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=315752

Someone mentioned a CD or DVD and parts kits.

1BLINDREF covered it well. If you pick up a P6, Top Gun Supply should be your next stop. They have what you need and at reasonable prices and great service.

I would also recommend you pick up one of the armorer's CD's from them. Its well worth the $21 they get for it. It shows you how to detail strip and reassemble most all the SIG's and is very easy to follow.

 

[kurinto]

I am unsure if its a CPO, the guys at Gander could not answer me for sure. As of right now Gander's gunsmith has ordered the part and is going to fix it, that's where the 6 weeks is coming from.

I know..I should have made sure I got these questions answered at the time, I'm really regretting going to Gander. I think I would prefer to just fix it myself, good excuse to learn.

 

[kurinto]

Thanks Mike, exactly what I was looking for. Just placed an order.

 

[Autolycus]

Thanks for the link.

 

[fastbolt]

Why not call Sig Sauer and inquire about the SIG Service Plan (SSP) for Used Pistols?

http://www.sigsauer.com/CustomerService/SSP.aspx

 

[swallent]

Actually not to hijack a thread or anything but I just called to SIG to have my 229 repaired from some issues and its a CPO. The guy I talked to was very nice but said they will not pay for shipping but will pay for all repairs. I debated making a stink about it but I dont like the gun anyways and I am going to sell it when returned for an HK

 

[goon]

I would make a big deal out of it. You already paid for the gun once. When I dealt with them last week they just emailed me a shipping label with no BS.
Eventhough I am not impressed with their ability to actually fix the problem and my gun will probably be going back, I do have to give them credit for that.

 

[swallent]

Yeah you are right. Aside from the guy on the phone crunching dorritos in my ear while talking to me I kind of let it go I was going to take it to UPS today but I think I will call back and ask them why I have to pay

---------------EDIT------------

Goon thanks for talking some sense into me. I called back this morning and the guy I got this time was amazed I had to pay for shipping. he sent me a prepaid lable from UPS right away. there may be hope for SIGS reputation in my eyes yet.

 

[goon]

I just talked to a guy there named Zack. I think he was a younger guy, probably about my age. He was also helpful with the problem I am still having with my P-226. After he got my info we wound up BSing about guns for about 15 minutes before I had to go. They have some good people working for them anyhow.