Did I set my standards too high?

bollox said:
Revolvers, definitely revolvers..
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This. Go to ranges that let you rent and try before you buy. You will eventually learn that price isnt everything. Expensive isnt always better.
my sam 1911 will beat many higher priced options from sig kimber or s and w.
 
Willy613 said:
So I finally got out too shoot my first handgun. I had recently purchased a Sig sauer p226 legion in 9mm.
It was a bit of a big purchase for my first pistol but I firmly believe in buy once cry once. Having nothing to compare too I am very happy with it, feels great in my hand.

While I was shooting I had a chance to swap with another member at the range and try his Glock .45acp. Honestly I was excited at the chance too shoot .45 but in reality the Glock felt really awkward in my hand.

Now I'm wondering though, where do I go from here? Did I set my standards too high? I really have the bug and can't wait to get out shooting again.
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Glock can be as accurate as your P226 but you need to change the trigger connector, polish the parts, upgrade the sights, fit aftermarket barrel etc. My Glock does 3-4" groups with most ammo from 25 yards, off hand.
With Ghost EVO connector, Glocks are different guns.

If you want better than 'combat' accuracy than Glock or P226 provides, get STI Target Master, Les Baer or X-6.

Whatever gun you decide on, to get a good practical accuracy, you need a good trigger and a thin front sight. I'd say sights are more important than the trigger.
You can learn to use a ####ty trigger, but if your front sight covers your target from 25 yards, you are shooting in the dark.

Then, of course, you have to play with the ammo, every gun likes different ammo. If you reload, you can customise reloads for your particular gun.
 
Master-G said:
I like Glocks, but they are a utilitarian handgun. There are lots of other handguns that would compare well with the Legion in my mind if you're looking for something else--any mid or high range 1911, for example, or the CZ Shadow or Shadow 2. For polymer guns, something like the HK45 or USP Expert, maybe a Walther PPQ M2 (although I've not tried one myself). Some of the new Beretta 92s are very nice, as well. Lots of choices!
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+1 for the CZ. For me it feels nicer than a Sig. My 92 is a nice fit also. The CX4 is exactly like the 92. My favourate is the Browning Hi Power though. Heavier than a polymer gun but prints better and better ergos than say the p320. Just picking on the p320 because my friend got me to carry one for a bit.lol
 
1. X5/X6
2. P210
3. Pardini GT9
4. Custom BHP
5. Upper end 1911

There's some options.

Where are you located? I'll give you 4/5 of the above to try if you're nearby. The custom BHP is still taking shape.
 
Nothing wrong with staying in the sig family.....

If you shoot them well, and they feel good why look elsewhere?

Guns are like women, one might have a little nicer this or a little nicer that, wider 'grip' skinnier 'grip', look better, look worse etc when you break it down its not all about one specific feature, its how they all work together to please you!!!
 
I'm going to be referring back to this thread for a while till I make my next purchase. I'm in Ottawa and shoot at EOSC so no rentals but there is a swap meet this weekend maybe I'll find something cool to try. I wouldn't be against something that needs work I always like doing projects if they are affordable and worth while not just polishing up a turd.
 
There are other great guns out there. Along with the suggestions to try a 1911 if you like .45ACP I'd also suggest you see if you can find a CZ97. It's a great gun and the only reason I don't have one myself is because it's not a 1911.

And somewhere along the way you need to try a nice S&W revolver. I would not say it's better or worse than your Sig. More like it is equally as good but in a different way and a whole other experience for handgun shooting.
 
the 1911 platform has to be good over 100 different manufacturers make or have made it or some variation thereof........including Sig
 
what is the goal? shooting pistol for sport and compete or just stationary at the range.

The 226 is a good firearm, however, if you decide to lean towards the sport later on you will realize that it is not a great platform for it, for many reasons, that you will have to discover on your own.

That does not take away that it is a beauty of a pistol though, enjoy.
 
Personally I think that the fact sigs have a higher bore axis is awkward. Of course that is not the case with the P-210 which is simply amazing.

Gilbert
 
OP, Quit second guessing yourself. You picked it, you bought it and you like it. What's your problem??????? Take it to the range and shoot it a bunch, have fun with it. That's why you bought it.

I just don't understand post purchase procrastinators. Life is to short to sweat over the little things. Look forward to the fun on the range and don't distract from that fun with negatives. As "Oddball" used to say "What's with the NEGATIVE VIBES man??? Do you want to make this fail?"
 
I think some of you are missing the point of the OP. Here's my take:
  • He purchased the SIG Legion and really likes it
  • He tried a Glock and didn't like it
  • He's concerned about the possible challenge in finding another handgun he likes as much as the SIG
I don't see anything that suggests he doesn't like the SIG.
 
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