The SEALS pick the Glock 19. (merged)

Thanks adds credibility to your statement. If I owned stock in Glock I would be happier than a clam. If I was an American taxpayer I would be shaking my head.

As somebody else mentioned earlier, who would pick a Glock 19 over a SIG 226....nobody. I would suggest there was more into the reasoning for buying the Glock than price, accuracy or reliability. Being a cynic my guesses would include a political payoff to Germany for getting involved in Iraq to a Senators desire to support a constituent. The US Government has a reputation as being the best government money can buy.

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Bob

You SERIOUSLY think Canada is any different ?
 
I've owned a couple Sigs as well as several Glocks (currently in possession of 4 Glocks). The Glocks are lighter, cheaper and more robust; I suspect "cheaper" was the main factor here. I'd never disrespect a SIG as they are at the top in terms of craftsmanship for mass produced pistol. But, in terms of banging-off cheap, well-made guns that work, Glock is king.
 
Thanks adds credibility to your statement. If I owned stock in Glock I would be happier than a clam. If I was an American taxpayer I would be shaking my head.

As somebody else mentioned earlier, who would pick a Glock 19 over a SIG 226....nobody. I would suggest there was more into the reasoning for buying the Glock than price, accuracy or reliability. Being a cynic my guesses would include a political payoff to Germany for getting involved in Iraq to a Senators desire to support a constituent. The US Government has a reputation as being the best government money can buy.

Take Care

Bob

Why would Germany want a U.S. agency or department to buy from Glock rather than Sig Sauer?
 
Can't understand why SEALs wouldn't go for a 10mm auto like a Glock 20 or 40. This a versatile cartridge that can be uploaded or downloaded. I would imagine that when a SEAL really has to fire, they would need to put a big hurt on the target and nothing in a semi beats 10mm auto. And cost is low, and the number of operators is relatively low, so dollar cost is peanuts compared to other costs. Just don't get it..

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Thanks adds credibility to your statement. If I owned stock in Glock I would be happier than a clam. If I was an American taxpayer I would be shaking my head.

As somebody else mentioned earlier, who would pick a Glock 19 over a SIG 226....nobody. I would suggest there was more into the reasoning for buying the Glock than price, accuracy or reliability. Being a cynic my guesses would include a political payoff to Germany for getting involved in Iraq to a Senators desire to support a constituent. The US Government has a reputation as being the best government money can buy.

Take Care

Bob

I think Glock is an Austrian company, not German. However, Sig Sauer is partly a German company.
 
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I think Glock is an Austrian company, not German.

Austrian company now making many full Glocks in the United States at their plant in Smyrna Georgia. When I got my first Glock 8 years ago it was made in Austria and assembled in Smyrna Georgia. Just got my first Gen 4 last week and it is fully manufactured in Smyrna Georgia now.
That said most Sig Sauers are also made in New Hampshire now so both guns are made in USA.

I've owned a lot of Pistols. I've owned two different 226's (including the MK25 Seal), three Glocks, an M&P, and a few others. I keep going back to the Glock. I found I don't shoot as well with the Sig because it's bore axis is a little high from what I am used too. It's all about personal preference though.
 
Why would Germany want a U.S. agency or department to buy from Glock rather than Sig Sauer?

Hell who knows? Nobody here knows why the gun was bought over others and why anyone would care outside of the end user or a US taxpayer is another mystery. Both the SIG and Glock are reliable pistols. Both can fail. For defensive shooting both are equally accurate so what other variable is there other than price and political interference?

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Bob
 
Hell who knows? Nobody here knows why the gun was bought over others and why anyone would care outside of the end user or a US taxpayer is another mystery. Both the SIG and Glock are reliable pistols. Both can fail. For defensive shooting both are equally accurate so what other variable is there other than price and political interference?

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Bob

I think he was referring to your comment, which doesn't make any sense, because Sig is a German company, and Glock is actually Austrian.

If you're going to have an opinion, at least it should be an informed one, but then,this is CGN, so why let those pesky little facts get in the way of a good opinion.

Regards.

Mark
 
I think he was referring to your comment, which doesn't make any sense, because Sig is a German company, and Glock is actually Austrian.

If you're going to have an opinion, at least it should be an informed one, but then,this is CGN, so why let those pesky little facts get in the way of a good opinion.

Regards.

Mark

Mark I think he failed to recognize the sarcasm. I am aware SIG and Glock are both German based companies. Glock I suspect has a larger presence in the US than SIG has and likely would enjoy the benefit of more political presence in the process. But then who knows?

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Bob
 
Nothing wrong with the SIG P226, no idea why the US government would pay for a new handgun!

I'm guessing weight plays a bit of role in it too. While both guns are excellent, Sig has a metal alloy frame making it inherently heavier while Glock is lighter. Glock has also a little lower profile, put these two together and it translates into less space taking on body and can carry more ammo. You however lose the de-cocking ability.
 
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Mark I think he failed to recognize the sarcasm. I am aware SIG and Glock are both German based companies. Glock I suspect has a larger presence in the US than SIG has and likely would enjoy the benefit of more political presence in the process. But then who knows?

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Bob

Glock are Austrian, not German. Hence both our comments regarding your statement.

Regards.

Mark
 
I think for 2016 I'm gonna cancel my cable and start spending more time here. After all only here SIG (Swiss company) and Glock (Austrian company) are both German.
Happy New Year CGN.
 
Sig Sauer is a German company. Sig Arms is a Swiss company. They are both 100% owned now by a holding company, L&O Holding with HQ in Germany. The Sig 226 is made by Sig Sauer, not Sig Arms, in Germany.. The devil is in the details. Glock is correctly an Austrian Co. whose main production is located in Germany as well as in the US.

Only on the internet would it matter. Kinda like Canadians knowing why the US Seals bought the Glock 19...like it matters to us.

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Bob
 
US Seals and the Glock 19 >>> who cares, they have to use something. Glocks are proven in combat and they work. The majority of the police departments use Glocks. There's only around 2500 Seals in the US so the price on the G19's are not going to go up. Just because the Seals adopted the G19, I can see everyone running out and trying to buy one. f:P: I'll stick with my G17 and G22 Gen 4's with the factory Glock barrels. The threaded Glock barrelled G19 and the aftermarket LW, SL we get looks stupid anyways. IMO.
 
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