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Hi everyone,

I had a chance to shoot a sig p226 and a glock gen4 in 9mm and i am a little confused as to what i would like to buy as my handgun.

The p226 had a longer barrel as i was told (i dont know if it is longer than glock or a modified longer barrel than usual). I was very sure i wanted to purchase a glock until i fired the p226. It was much smoother than the snappy glock and stayed on target better due to less muzzle flip. Also i liked the idea of the double action because it seemed easier to fire than letting go completely for the glock. But the glock seemed lighter and simple to shoot with no decocker. I find the p226 decocker a little strangely placed and uncomfortable. On the other hand, my accuracy with the glock seems better because I only fired two shots with the sig on a perforated paper so i didnt get a good look but they seemed to go pretty close on target so now i dont know whats good.

I also had a chance to examine but not fire the USP which i found very comfortable and i loved the position and operation of the safety on it and i like the idea of a safety on firearms. But i have not fired 45 rounds yet so i dont know how it compares to 9mm. Also, i dont know how big the muzzle flip is on the USP compared to the low one on the p226. I like the idea of the sights returning quickly back down range. Also i know i prefer double action to single action.

Which firearm should i pick and why? And how better is the navy version of the p226 than other versions.

Thanks in advance.
 
I own a p226, fired a gen4 glock and a couple of cz's. Personally I prefer the cz most, the sig next and the glock last.

I included the cz because its a really nice gun and much cheaper than a sig, you will notice I own a Sig p226 myself, its the elite model. I am not selling my sig, but will add a cz to my collection :)

HTH
 
Honestly, I'd bet your going to get a mixed reply for this, a lot of
Glock fans here. Not to say there is anything wrong with a glock, i just prefer my sig 226 to any pistol ive ever fired. If money is a factor go for glock, much more cost effective (note I didn't call it cheap, for you glock lovers). Your complaint of the decocker is understandable, I've had a few people say its too "busy" but in reality it's something you don't often use when target shooting. Further more, I personally prefer my DA/SA trigger on my sig in comparison to the glocks trigger. In the end I'd say you have two high quality pistols to choose from so narrow it down to basics.
Which do you prefer?
Steel frame or polymer?
DA/SA OR DAO triggers?
And IMO, the most important part, what fits your hands best? Comfort is everything in a pistol to me.
 
I've fired glocks, USPs, beretteas, walthers, M&Ps, 1911s, and the 226.

Out of all of them, the Sig 226 is BY FAR the most accurate gun for me, and I love the feel out it. If i could afford one I would get one, but they are unfortunately a bit out of my price range. i think my first pistol is going to be the sig sp2022.
 
FoxAlpha said:
Honestly, I'd bet your going to get a mixed reply for this, a lot of
Glock fans here. Not to say there is anything wrong with a glock, i just prefer my sig 226 to any pistol ive ever fired. If money is a factor go for glock, much more cost effective (note I didn't call it cheap, for you glock lovers). Your complaint of the decocker is understandable, I've had a few people say its too "busy" but in reality it's something you don't often use when target shooting. Further more, I personally prefer my DA/SA trigger on my sig in comparison to the glocks trigger. In the end I'd say you have two high quality pistols to choose from so narrow it down to basics.
Which do you prefer?
Steel frame or polymer?
DA/SA OR DAO triggers?
And IMO, the most important part, what fits your hands best? Comfort is everything in a pistol to me.
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Frame material only matters for me if the weight is an issue. I found the glock frame to be a little slim in my hands and the sig just a tad bit wide but less problematic than glock. But weight wise, i was not bothered.

I love DA but SA option is nice because it seems a little more safe.

So im guessing that makes me a sig guy.

Thanks for the replies everyone :)
 
If the sig grips are too wide for your hand (mine too) find a newer sig. They slimmed down the grip substantially. I believe it to be called the "E2" grips.

Other than that, if sig is the way your headed you won't regret it. They may be costly but why not spend the extra cash and get everything you want. You won't be disappointed.
 
E2 fit about the same as the Hogue G10's, I am right handed (trigger finger is right hand) and when I am done shooting and there is still rounds in the gun before I move the gun away from target I use the left hand to quickly decock it. After that you shouldnt worry about the de-cocker.

I have trained myself even if i shoot one handed quickly bring the left hand to decock before lowering the gun/placing on bench.

I would really urge you to try out a CZ before you pick a gun. But a sig, or glock you wont go wrong at all. Both great choices
 
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