SIG P226 or P229
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Well P226 has been around a long time, P229 is a newer model is it smaller and that's basically it. P229 requires a longer barrel to classify as restricted. Both come in 9mm, .40 and .357 sig. SA/DA and DAK models (IIRC). What else would you like to know?
I am thinking to get the .22LR one then buy 9mm conversion kit with it. Which one is better for this purpose P226 or P229?
Is the Navy model only comes on P226 only ?
Beside the barrel and magazine, do I need anything else to convert 22LR to 9mm? Is the "kit" contains all I need to convert .22LR to 9mm, or do I need to purchase anything else?
Is the Navy model only comes on P226 only ?
Beside the barrel and magazine, do I need anything else to convert 22LR to 9mm? Is the "kit" contains all I need to convert .22LR to 9mm, or do I need to purchase anything else?
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- Lower Mainland BC
buy a P226 in 9mm and a SIG 22LR kit that works fine with any P226 frame.
Questar 22LR kit here: https://shopquestar.com/shopping65/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=222&cat=.22LR+Rimfire+Conversion+Kit
I never tried a 22LR kit on P229, dust cover could be shorter comparing with P226.
Questar 22LR kit here: https://shopquestar.com/shopping65/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=222&cat=.22LR+Rimfire+Conversion+Kit
I never tried a 22LR kit on P229, dust cover could be shorter comparing with P226.
You have to go to a store that has both in stock. After you play with both you will have your answer. Sig 101: 229 is just a smaller 226. They are both available in .22lr, 9mm, 357sig and 40. From basic models to elites all do the same some just have more blink (all do the same = same internals).
North of Toronto, Target Sports had both a week ago. Let as know what and how.
North of Toronto, Target Sports had both a week ago. Let as know what and how.
Sig P228 - Are They Around?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=695124&highlight=229>
Your thoughts on the sig 229
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=578535&highlight=229>
Sig .22LR rimfire conversion kit?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=349577&highlight=226>
P220 vs. P226
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=373450&highlight=226>
Sig229 - Help me decide on one plz
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=633503&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig P226 or P229?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=584074&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig p229 vs p226
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=558457&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig P229
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=562330&highlight=P226+P229>
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<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=541423&highlight=P226+P229>
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<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=510243&highlight=P226+P229>
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<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=488601&highlight=P226+P229>
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<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=428552&highlight=P226+P229>
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<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=362858&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig 226-229?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=325844&highlight=P226+P229>
Wendell !! ---->
Sig P228 - Are They Around?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=695124&highlight=229>
Your thoughts on the sig 229
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=578535&highlight=229>
Sig .22LR rimfire conversion kit?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=349577&highlight=226>
P220 vs. P226
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=373450&highlight=226>
Sig229 - Help me decide on one plz
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=633503&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig P226 or P229?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=584074&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig p229 vs p226
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=558457&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig P229
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=562330&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig 226 and related models in 9mm??? Any info and prices?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=541423&highlight=P226+P229>
P229 9mm vs P229 .22LR review/comparison
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=510243&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig p226 / p229
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=488601&highlight=P226+P229>
SIG P229 or 226?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=428552&highlight=P226+P229>
SIG 229 R ...advice needed ASAP
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=362858&highlight=P226+P229>
Sig 226-229?
<http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php?t=325844&highlight=P226+P229>
In terms of reliability and durability, I think the P229 and 226 are about the same. Actually come to think of it, I have never had any issues with my Sigs so I think your choice has more to do with how much money you want to spend. The P229 will be approx $300 more than the 226 due to the "Canadian" barrel. Ergonomics on both pistols are about the same unless you have gigantic hands then the 226 grip may be more suitable due to it being longer. The grip circumference is exactly the same on both pistols.
Actually it's the other way around.
A P226 classic is $599 and that comes with 2 mags, the xchange kit is $379 with one 9mm mag. Total $979 before taxes....
The cheapest P226 I can find is $960 before taxes... Basically the same price as the above... just for the gun, then add the conversion kit and that takes you to over $1300 before taxes...
I did buy the P226 classic and then got the xchange kit. Two guns for the price of one...
Ditto! I think this is what I am going to do and not the other around. Two guns for the price of one.
Conclusion is P226 is bigger than P229. P229 is newer than P226.
Someone mentioned that if it is for CTC get P226, but if I live in Canada get P229. I have no idea what he meant by that.
Why is it Questar sells 9mm conversion kit for P229 for $600?? Aren't they normally around $300? It is called SIG 2 step calibre X-change.
https://shopquestar.com/shopping65/shopdisplayproducts.asp?id=213&cat=SIG+2-Step+Calibre+X-Change
I stand corrected...somewhat. The P229 is more expensive going .22cal first but the P226 is not. I had a P229 Classic and had checked into the conversion kit and just about crapped myself. It was a very nice gun though and shot really well.
Crazy price for sure... They are supposed to be the same price like the others..
Just shop around. Questar is too expensive.
I dealt with them once and will never again. Bought a Glock 23 Gen 4 with a Lone Wolf barrel (106mm) for 999.99 plus taxes and plus shipping(50), then I found the same gun at Sporteque for 819 plus taxes and an IGB barrel, shipping 10 bucks....
