Sig P226 is overrated!

[LightningMan]

I don't know about anybody else, but I bought my P226 for a range pistol. The No. 1 reason is; 9mm is cheap shooting compared to a .45, and yes I reload the 9mm. The 2nd reason is; the Sigs P226 reputation for reliability. At least mine has been flawless sence I got it, its almost boring. LM

 

[Prion]

Dude, you're back for more?

Let it rest, you're post was bogus. The ensuing smack down was evidence enough.

 

[bgrav321]

I love my sig. However, buying a gun you so strongly dislike 4 times makes me wonder if you are a woman.

 

[MCMXI]

This whole thread reminds me of Penguin's line in Batman ...

"I was born No.1 but they treated me like No.2"

I've never owned a P226 but that's only because I prefer single stack magazines. I have three P220s and a P225. I bought my first SIG in 1992 and my latest (not last) SIG today ... another P225. My ex has a P220 as well and our experience has been that SIG's slogan, "Reliability. First Time, Everytime", is no exaggeration. The P220, P225, P226 and P229 are so well proven and established that it borders on the ridiculous to state that any of them are "overrated". It would have been sufficient to state that you don't find the P226 to be ideal for you based on x, y and z. Oh well ....

 

[PO2Hammer]

It took you four times to figure out it was too big for CCW?

Inaccurate? I don't think so, operator error would be my guess.

Maybe try a '.45acp sux' thread to show off your savvy.

 

[918v]

Calm down!

I found 226 to be chunky, heavy and not accurate at all when compared to handguns in same class like: 92fs, G17, USP and CZ.

If you grab a simple ruler you'll see these guns are actually pretty close dimensionally. As far as accuracy goes, the Sig is twice as accurate as the rest off the bench. Just because you can't shoot the P226 does not mean it is inaccurate.

 

[mesinge2]

This is ugly?

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I have been wanting one of these for the longest time, and I think it is a great looking piece!

 

[mesinge2]

I think you should get a H&K mark23 mod O, I hear that they're tiny.

We need handguns that are light

Then I must be crazy for carrying my 40oz. S&W 629, it is wide and bulky but I keep carrying it. When will I learn?


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[Onward Allusion]

Er, no...

No. 1

Sig P226 is overrated!

 

[wow6599]

I think most of the firearms that are produced by Sig are fine, including the 226.
But no Sig for me though; I just won't buy a gun that may, or may not, have a RuBee chip in it.

 

[Prion]

RuBee chip paranoia still lives on? Since when has a civilian Sig been shown to come with a chip?

I would like to see some evidence of this being an issue. Hard evidence, please.

 

[mesinge2]

What the "blank" is a RuBee chip?

I have never heard the term.

 

[atblis]

I would agree that the P226 and SIG in general is overrated. They are good guns. If one is expecting the SIG to be markedly better than offering from other quality manufacturers, they will be disappointed.

 

[Dobe]

I don't believe it is over rated at all. I believe rather that the 226 is well derserving of its accolades.

 

[Water-Man]

Over-rated? Yea, that's why they're the standard for combat handguns. Get some lighting for that cave you live in.

 

[usmccpl]

When I got my 226 it came with a 40 barrel and a 357 Sig barrel. With either one I get 1/2 inch 50 yard groups depending on what ammo I use. If that aint accurate tell me what is.

 

[atblis]

yards or feet?

 

[basicblur]

Are SIGs (and HK for that matter) overrated?

Well that depends on how much you pay for 'em!
For what I paid, not so much-for the prices I'm seeing some folks cough up, absolutely!

 

[rscalzo]

In fact I am in market for another Sig, just not the 226

And here I thought you'd go for number five...........

 

[dpeticca]

I own a P232, P239, and a P229.

Pretty much the (3) smallest pistols in their lineup. I bought them because they're great carry firearms. I had no expectation that the full size P226 would be an ideal carry pistol (for me).

If you bought a P226 to carry, and didn't like it, fine. But if you bought it thinking it was anything other than duty weapon, then that's silly.

Some folks choose to carry full size 1911's. That's their choice. Some folks choose to carry P226's, if they like it, who cares?

Your post that the gun is "overrated" is just wrong. It's "over rated" by your standards, for YOUR NEEDS.

I like a DA/SA action, and so I prefer the Sig over the Glock (although some folks don't like learning "2" triggers).

I also like the ability to run a decocker. I also don't have to pull the trigger to take down my firearm for cleaning.

There are a lot of reasons to like a pistol. For me, the Sig is about feel (in my hands), and the manual of arms.

To each his own, but I'd suggest you change the name of your post to "P226 is not good for me"...

 

[c919]

I found 226 to be extremely reliable, but its not for civilian use in my opinion especially if you are looking for light, conceal-able and accurate gun. I found 226 to be chunky, heavy

Honestly, if you bought a 226 thinking it was going to be a joy to carry, that's your bad. Sure, folks carry them, but it sure won't be the pinnacle of comfort no matter how you look at it.

And as for the inaccurate part... check the software before you blame the hardware.

 

[Jed Carter]

It's not over rated! You just under like it!

 

[MolleMan]

Ya'll are a little hard on the OP ain't ya lol

Welcome to The Highroad!

 

[Mr.Davis]

That's a strawman argument if I've ever seen one. Nobody legitimate is calling the P226 the ultimate gun for all situations.

You should know that we all buy guns for different reasons. There are probably people on this board who own 100+ firearms and never carry one. There are people who only own shotguns. I have a business associate who only owns handguns, and they're all Glocks. Your criteria aren't universal. For some people, the P226 is probably the ultimate gun. For you, it's not. There are few absolutes in life, and preferences sure aren't absolute.

Point is, you're arguing against an adversary that basically doesn't exist.

 

[ceadermtnboy]

No. 1 , dont let the Sig lovers get you down. Sometimes flying in the face of convetional wisdom gives pause for thought. If i spent close to a grand on a new P226 it would be hard to admit that a Glock, M&P, or XD might could have accomplished the same purpose, while being lighter, just as reliable and accurate, and at 60 percent of the cost. Heck I have enjoyed the controversy...Welcome to the high road. By the way, everyone here is a troll looking for a fight