There seems to be quite a few different sig 229 models, 9mm. What is the best one, for my first hand gun? Which one is always in demand? How long will I have to wait to see one posted on CGN for sale? Should I just buy it new? If so, which of the above links will I get it the cheapest at? Don't try and talk me into something different!
What is the difference between Sig 229 models
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You don't see them very often because they only have become common in the last few years, thanks to dealers importing them with 106mm barrels. Prior to that, they were 12(6) only.
Also, quite a few people will moan about the extended barrel. I believe the ones from Questar with the National Match barrels are slightly longer than the factory 106mm barrels you can get through P&D and other dealers. The slightly shorter factory barrel is a bit easier on the eyes (just an FYI).
I'm not sure what the most popular models are... You'd have to ask P&D/Questar/TSE or one of the big dealers. If I had to guess, I would say the Equinox.
I have an SAS, and some people will laugh and say "that's a carry gun" so it serves no purpose in Canada... But I like the look of not having a rail. Even with the DAK trigger, I will reach for this every time over my P226 or any of my other guns. Not necessarily because its more accurate than my 226, but simply because it fits my hand better. It took me a few range sessions to get used to the trigger, but with the .357 Sig barrel I now group better than any of my DA/SA pistols. Whichever model you get, make sure to invest in a .357 Sig barrel afterwards. It's worth every penny just for the looks you get at the range from everyone trying to figure out what caliber you are shooting.
EDIT: oops, just noticed you are looking for 9mm? Not sure if any 9mm P229s are in the country yet? I heard some were supposed to be coming in, but I'm not sure what the status is on that... Try contacting Questar or P&D. If it is your first handgun, I would not recommend .40 S&W or .357Sig.... Maybe consider a cheap .22LR to get some experience and trade up to a P229 9mm when they are available.
Also, quite a few people will moan about the extended barrel. I believe the ones from Questar with the National Match barrels are slightly longer than the factory 106mm barrels you can get through P&D and other dealers. The slightly shorter factory barrel is a bit easier on the eyes (just an FYI).
I'm not sure what the most popular models are... You'd have to ask P&D/Questar/TSE or one of the big dealers. If I had to guess, I would say the Equinox.
I have an SAS, and some people will laugh and say "that's a carry gun" so it serves no purpose in Canada... But I like the look of not having a rail. Even with the DAK trigger, I will reach for this every time over my P226 or any of my other guns. Not necessarily because its more accurate than my 226, but simply because it fits my hand better. It took me a few range sessions to get used to the trigger, but with the .357 Sig barrel I now group better than any of my DA/SA pistols. Whichever model you get, make sure to invest in a .357 Sig barrel afterwards. It's worth every penny just for the looks you get at the range from everyone trying to figure out what caliber you are shooting.
EDIT: oops, just noticed you are looking for 9mm? Not sure if any 9mm P229s are in the country yet? I heard some were supposed to be coming in, but I'm not sure what the status is on that... Try contacting Questar or P&D. If it is your first handgun, I would not recommend .40 S&W or .357Sig.... Maybe consider a cheap .22LR to get some experience and trade up to a P229 9mm when they are available.
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I have an SAS, and some people will laugh and say "that's a carry gun" so it serves no purpose in Canada... But I like the look of not having a rail. Even with the DAK trigger, I will reach for this every time over my P226 or any of my other guns. Not necessarily because its more accurate than my 226, but simply because it fits my hand better. It took me a few range sessions to get used to the trigger, but with the .357 Sig barrel I now group better than any of my DA/SA pistols. Whichever model you get, make sure to invest in a .357 Sig barrel afterwards. It's worth every penny just for the looks you get at the range from everyone trying to figure out what caliber you are shooting.
mmmmm I bought a nice looking 229SAS in .40S&W from the EE not too long ago, I'm itching to get it. What a beautiful piece. Got a .357Sig barrel for my 226, previously a .40, since I don't really need two .40s. Happiness.
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P&D's got a P229 in 9mm listed.
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Thanks Cerdan, you're right. P&D website lists the plain jane P229R in 9mm. My bad.
You won't be disappointed by the SAS. It's rock solid. It is *the* gun I would reach for. Weight, balance, thickness of the grip... It just works for me. And it looks badass.
You won't be disappointed by the SAS. It's rock solid. It is *the* gun I would reach for. Weight, balance, thickness of the grip... It just works for me. And it looks badass.
The SIG (USA, where our guns come from) website lists 9 models of 229:
http://www.sigsauer.com/Products/ShowCatalogProduct.aspx?categoryid=8
Of these, the only ones I have seen (or seen advertised) in Canada are:
P229 (the base model, sometimes called P229R) in 9mm and .40S&W
P229 SAS, which is only offered in 40S&W (and only with DAK)
P229 Equinox, which is only offered in 40S&W (and only is DA/SA)
P229 Elite, in 9mm and .40S&W (only is DA/SA)
I have not heard of the base model being offered in DAK in Canada, but it might be out there. I also have not seen or heard of two-tone 229s in Canada, Stainless Elites, SCT, or Platinum Elite (which is brand new). I have also not seen or heard of .357SIG 229s in Canada yet, but they are probably coming at some point.
So, in 9mm, right now in Canada you have two choices - the standard P229R, or the P229 Elite.
Both guns have (1) stainless slides with Nitron finish; (2) alloy frames with Nitron finish; (3) all the same components except:
Elite has the SRT (short reset trigger), front cocking serations on the slide, 1911-style beaver tail, and wood grips. Other than that they are the same gun. Questar initially had P229 Elite's with custom (aftermarket) barrels. Elite's are now coming in with the same SIG manufactured barrels that the other models have.
I own a P229R in 9mm. It is the best 9mm I have ever fired, and in my humble opinion at least, it is the best 9mm pistol available in this country at this time and I would recommend it to anyone to any level of shooting experience. It is a truely superb pistol. I have not tried the 229 Eliteyet, but I really want one. Whether it is a little bit better than the standard model or whether the difference is basically cosmetic, I don't know. I can tell you though, that better than the P229R is sort of like improving upon a masterpiece of time-tested design and workmanship. Tough to do.
Here is mine:
This is my girlfriend shooting it:
Have a look at my 6 gun comparison thread for some more pics.
If I were you, I would forget about the EE and just buy a new one. They are such great guns, they are not going to come around in the EE very often - or for very long - and when they do the seller will ask for - and get - at least 90% of the new price anyway. The online places (Wolverine, Questar, maybe some others) are $100-$150 less than the local shops.
http://www.sigsauer.com/Products/ShowCatalogProduct.aspx?categoryid=8
Of these, the only ones I have seen (or seen advertised) in Canada are:
P229 (the base model, sometimes called P229R) in 9mm and .40S&W
P229 SAS, which is only offered in 40S&W (and only with DAK)
P229 Equinox, which is only offered in 40S&W (and only is DA/SA)
P229 Elite, in 9mm and .40S&W (only is DA/SA)
I have not heard of the base model being offered in DAK in Canada, but it might be out there. I also have not seen or heard of two-tone 229s in Canada, Stainless Elites, SCT, or Platinum Elite (which is brand new). I have also not seen or heard of .357SIG 229s in Canada yet, but they are probably coming at some point.
So, in 9mm, right now in Canada you have two choices - the standard P229R, or the P229 Elite.
Both guns have (1) stainless slides with Nitron finish; (2) alloy frames with Nitron finish; (3) all the same components except:
Elite has the SRT (short reset trigger), front cocking serations on the slide, 1911-style beaver tail, and wood grips. Other than that they are the same gun. Questar initially had P229 Elite's with custom (aftermarket) barrels. Elite's are now coming in with the same SIG manufactured barrels that the other models have.
I own a P229R in 9mm. It is the best 9mm I have ever fired, and in my humble opinion at least, it is the best 9mm pistol available in this country at this time and I would recommend it to anyone to any level of shooting experience. It is a truely superb pistol. I have not tried the 229 Eliteyet, but I really want one. Whether it is a little bit better than the standard model or whether the difference is basically cosmetic, I don't know. I can tell you though, that better than the P229R is sort of like improving upon a masterpiece of time-tested design and workmanship. Tough to do.
Here is mine:
This is my girlfriend shooting it:
Have a look at my 6 gun comparison thread for some more pics.
If I were you, I would forget about the EE and just buy a new one. They are such great guns, they are not going to come around in the EE very often - or for very long - and when they do the seller will ask for - and get - at least 90% of the new price anyway. The online places (Wolverine, Questar, maybe some others) are $100-$150 less than the local shops.
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I am going to get one of these... love the feel of the gun.
Here is my problem... I want a 226 and a 229... I just dont know what cal to get 9mm or .40SW and for which one?!
I like the idea of the 226 factory refurbished in 9mm and then I was thinking the 229 in .40
Either way, I love the feel of the guns.
I think Wolverine has the best prices with a revised price list that you can find on their site... in the 900 range for the 229
CK
Here is my problem... I want a 226 and a 229... I just dont know what cal to get 9mm or .40SW and for which one?!
I like the idea of the 226 factory refurbished in 9mm and then I was thinking the 229 in .40
Either way, I love the feel of the guns.
I think Wolverine has the best prices with a revised price list that you can find on their site... in the 900 range for the 229
CK
Easy, get both. Alternatively, if you get a 229 in 40 you can subsequently purchase a 9mm and 357 sig conersion barrels, essentially a 3 caliber in one gun.
Just a note for the orginal poster, you can't use a conversion barrel for 40 or 357 if you start off with a 9mm slide.
I shoot my 229 in 9mm and 40, love it.
