SIG SAUER P226

The Sig 226 has more than proven itself as a top-notch home defense weapon through its law enforcement and military uses. It is equipped with a DA/SA trigger system that requires a deliberate trigger pull for the first shot and light, and short follow-up shots. The P226’s weight and reliability make it an outstanding home defense weapon that’s very easy to shoot and handle. The controls are top-notch, and the modern variants incorporate a rail for a light, and of course, SIG night sights.

The SIG Sauer P226 and its variants are in service with numerous law enforcement and military organizations worldwide. This pistol was designed for entry into the XM9 Service Pistol Trials (see also Joint Service Small Arms Program) that were held by the US Army in 1984 on behalf of the US armed forces to find a replacement for the M1911A1 and 24 other makes of the handgun in US military service. Only the Beretta 92SBF and the SIG P226 satisfactorily completed the trials. According to a GAO report, Beretta was awarded the M9 contract for the 92F due to a lower total package price. The P226 cost less per pistol than the 92F, but SIG's package price with magazines and spare parts was higher than Beretta's. The Navy SEALs, however, later chose to adopt the P226 as the P226 MK25 with special corrosion protection.

Pros:

• Very Easy to Control
• Dependable and Reliable
• Accurate

Cons:

• Poor for Concealed Carry
• Expensive