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I have a SIG MK 25, 226, probably one of the best SA/DA triggers out of the box, reliable pistol & well made, I've seen "high rd count" guns that still shoot well. Price point, there a good selection both new & used.
 
I've had my p226 since about 2009 or so. After a few mods (aftermarket trigger, SRT kit, and G10 grips) it's been fantastic. Dead nuts reliable from day 1 as well. That said, these days there are better options for the money. I don't plan on selling my p226 but if I had to replace it I would strongly consider some variation of sig p320.
 
I have several Sigs. The Norc sig copies are pretty good for the money. There are better single purchase pistols to buy like the P320. With that said I'd take my P226 over any other pistol worst case. If you're planning on buying several pistols I think the P226 has a place. Next you'll have to decide which model and modifications you'll want!
 
I've put thousands of rounds through a SIG 226R, that likely had thousands of round through it before it was issued to me, without failure. Sure I had stoppages, but very few.
 
Great pistols. Not sure why there are so many for sale. The only thing, more of a training issue, is going from the double to single action. Triggers can be improved with parts change. I have had two, along with P228 and 220 in da/sa. There are also .22cal. conversions for them to cut down on ammo costs. I don't have any experience with the Norinco copies other than handling one. You do get what you pay for, and I'm sure lots of people swear by them but of course the fit and finish is not there.

If you are more inclined towards the same trigger press each time, then check out the 320. There was an issue early on with possible drop fires, but that was fixed under recall and all pistols incorporate the new fire control units. The triggers are good with short take up and reset, various models and price points, and the ability to fit the gun to your hand better with cheap grip frames is a bonus.

Never had an issue with any of the Sig products and have used them a lot.

Good luck with your decision.

P.
 
Also look at the arex Rex zero 1

I have a p226 ldc I will never sell.wish I had 2. Get a ldc if you can find one
 
I own 21 SIG pistols and have only sold 1 because I didn't like it, M17 (320). Trigger was uncomfortable. P226 has always been flawless in usage. Went over 5000 rounds in one just to see how far I could go without cleaning. Not one failure, finally had to clean it. Took about 1 1/2 years to get there.
 
Love the look and the feel of the trigger of my Sig P226 Desert. Still unfired but first to head to he range
 
I have a Norinco NP22 and with the hogue grips, it is the best feeling fit and grip for my hand of my handguns. If it didn't work so well, I'd upgrade to a P226. I like it better than my Shadow 2. Trigger is inferior, but the fit of the gun is better. Try various handguns and see what fits your hand well. Grip is so important to recoil control and rapid shooting.
 
Great and thanks for all the comments. There is no doubt that the Sig's are well made and beautifully finished handguns. Just wondering if they had more of a handling issue compared to others.

Thanks all again for your comments.

Steve
 
The Sig 226 is a solid pistol. The only thing I did not like about mine was the factory sights with the figure 8 configuration. Swapped the sights for some Ameriglo night sight and now I find the pistol much more enjoyable to shoot.
Get one.
 
Lots for sale because there are lots out there... Sig 226 is a very solid pistol, though a little heavy for some. Not the best for smaller hands either.

The ones with SRT triggers are very nice.
 
Phat Eagle said:
Lots for sale because there are lots out there... Sig 226 is a very solid pistol, though a little heavy for some. Not the best for smaller hands either.

The ones with SRT triggers are very nice.
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The 226 pistols I've shot have all functioned flawlessly, even with different weights and shapes of bullets.

As for being to heavy for some, IMHO, it's not any heavier than any other similar pistol, but the weight is poorly distributed, making it nose heavy and giving shooters not used to it the impression that it's heavy.

I don't own one for that reason.

Not that I don't like or admire them, because I do.

OP, if you're only going to shoot "one" pistol, you would get used to the weight distribution factor pretty quickly and not even notice it after a few sessions.

If you practice with it off the range, say pointing it at a target on the basement wall, make sure the mag is weighted to approximately the same weight as when it's loaded.
 
SteveB said:
I been thinking of acquiring a 9mm and was looking at Sig P226's but am curious because so many Sig's and Norc copies seem to be for sale. Given that there are many excellent design 9mm pistols on the market why do there seem to be a lot of P226 and copies always for sale on the various BBS including this one. As a percentage of 9mm's up for sale, the Sig's seem to be over represented.

I have owned many handguns over the years but was never interested in the cartridge so wasn't interested in the Sig DA/SA design preferring the 1911 SA design format. Now I want to just get a centerfire plinker and feel the 9mm might be a good choice for the future considering the availability of components etc and wanted to try something different.

Thanks for any advise.
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I have a P226.

I love it.

It's mine.

It's not for sale.

Go away.

;)

But seriously, The P226 was popular due to the reliability and accuracy, not to mention that certain cache of having been the choice of SF world wide for over thirty year. Now that the SF community has moved on to more modern offerings, such as the P320 and G19 to name but a few, many people have moved on to the new shiny thing.

-S.
 
It has a high bore axis which is not for everyone, nor is the SA/DA trigger. It has an external hammer. The positions of the slide release and decocker are backwards compared to just about every other pistol in existence. They are also expensive. There are lots of reasons some people might want to sell theirs. They are also one of the greatest, most reliable designs in history and you should hold one in your hand, and shoot it, and you too can experience it for yourself.
 
I recently purchased one from the EE in December and back then there were not a lot available. I was able to acquire one that was manufactured in 1989 and it is a treat to shoot. I installed a short reset trigger and it made a huge difference.

The 226s have been around since the mid 80s so there are lots in circulation. Treat yourself to one and you wont regret it.
 
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