Sig for a lefty...

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Hi,

I've decided to get into IPSC (production) and have been trying to decide what pistol I should get. I like the P226 but being a lefty, the decocker puts me off. I've handled the 226 and find it very comfortable, reliability seems top notch, and it's within my budget. Any other leftys use one? I assume you use your left trigger finger to decock...
How much do mags cost?
How available are parts? and how expensive?
What would you have as a parts kit?


Thanks, Steve
 
I'm a lefty, and like yourself I'm going to get a SIG (P220). I've shot the P220 and find it quite comfortable, you will have to move your thumb, or your index finger over, but the decocker is not as important, as say the mag release. You will tend to use the decocker when you first load the gun and when you unload. That said with some practice you can master it. All in all, a good choice in my opinion.
 
Sigs are made so that you can easily change the mag release to left handed use, just by pushing in on a small spring loaded catch on the front of your mag release. Then just switch to other side.
 
You can have the mag release changed over for a lefty on most Sig handguns, 226 and 220 for sure.
 
I actually prefer the standard left side mag release,. I just use my middle finger on it. When I first got my Viking I considered changing over the mag release, but found I would have a harder time reaching it with my thumb.
 
tapedeck74 said:
I actually prefer the standard left side mag release,. I just use my middle finger on it. When I first got my Viking I considered changing over the mag release, but found I would have a harder time reaching it with my thumb.
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I totally agree. I have an XD-40 which has ambi mag release. I still use the inside of the second knuckle of my left middle finger to release mags on this as well. I also find I don't use the right side slide release on the CZ-85 either. I find it more comfortable to deal with right handed controls when you have to train your hand from pistol to pistol.
 
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I gotta revive this thread. I'm a lefty as well, going through the mechanics of drills with a Sig...

Mag release - no problem. Lefties can use their trigger finger or index finger of support hand. Do all Sigs have mag brakes? All Sig mag releases are reversible? My ignorance...

Decocker - it's an administrative maneuver, right? Imagine the left index finger is workable. Wouldn't want to cross RH fingers over the slide to de-####. Possible injury if weapon fires. Or, transfer hands and use the right thumb...but I'm a butterfingers...

Slide-stop. This is one I can't figure out without transferring hands. Does any lefty Sig owner have a fool-proof technique of engaging the slide-stop while maintaining a LH grip? Releasing is a non-issue as I've trained myself to 'slingshot.'
 
I don't own a sig, but the way I engage the slide lock on my glock is with my right hand thumb.
Grip the slide in such a way that your thumb aligns with the slide stop when you pull back the slide.
Also comes in handy because it ejects the round right into my hand.
 
Pionier said:
I gotta revive this thread. I'm a lefty as well, going through the mechanics of drills with a Sig...

Mag release - no problem. Lefties can use their trigger finger or index finger of support hand. Do all Sigs have mag brakes? All Sig mag releases are reversible? My ignorance...

Decocker - it's an administrative maneuver, right? Imagine the left index finger is workable. Wouldn't want to cross RH fingers over the slide to de-####. Possible injury if weapon fires. Or, transfer hands and use the right thumb...but I'm a butterfingers...

Slide-stop. This is one I can't figure out without transferring hands. Does any lefty Sig owner have a fool-proof technique of engaging the slide-stop while maintaining a LH grip? Releasing is a non-issue as I've trained myself to 'slingshot.'
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Another lefty with a Norko 226 clone here. I can work the slide release with my right thumb from the side of the slide, but I have to reach deep enough to have the thumb over the release when the slide is retracted. A little practice to find the right spot to grip the slide and it IS possible. I usually rack the slide to clear it, release it, and grip again to lock it back. This keeps my hand fully clear of the ejection port through the operation when ammunition is present. My right isn't good for much, but I want to keep all the fingers on there just in case.

The decocker is usable using the left index finger, but you have to relax & adjust your grip somewhat to accomplish this. If you had a ND with your hand in this position on the grip (shouldn't be possible, but Murphy says it might happen), you might have a sore wrist.

I actually like having the mag release where it is. Added insurance that your index finger is out of the trigger guard during the mag change operation.
 
Good suggestions and thanks to both of you. I will borrow a P226 and see if it works for me. I'm a firm believer in Ralph Mroz's "5-minute rule:" If you can't get the basic handle on a new drill, technique, or piece of gear within 5 minutes, it probably won't work for you in a gunfight!
 
I'm much happier using my trigger finger on the mag release, because I have to adjust my grip to much to use my thumb when the release is switched over to the right side of the gun.

Pat
 
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