Anyone try P226
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before?
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recoil is strong manOriginally posted by whereismyrib:before? -
I do not have a P226 in my collection (the only SIG pistol I own is an SP2340, image here), but have shot both the 9mm and 40S&W versions of it at the range.
Being an all-metal pistol, the P226 soaks up recoil pretty well. Naturally, the recoil of the 40S&W version is a bit snappier than the 9mm, but it is by no means intolerable.
New P226s are going for close to US$800 over here, which I feel is definitely on the high side, given that there are equally reliable and accurate pistols that sell for significantly less. -
I feel the P226 although is a good military pistol. But it is a little big for Asia hand.
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i held it in my hand and dismantled it before. it is a very cool handgun, though i have never fired it before
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P226 spoil easier. The springs inside like quite fragile.
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am i allowed to ask here what ammunition the SAF issues for our P226s?
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i never knew singapore issues pistols to servicemen
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Not for riflemen lar.. =D
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you say .357 in the other thread. really or not?Originally posted by Shotgun:Not for riflemen lar.. =D
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What can i say... i better wait for ppl to confirm this is not some "top secret" information first.
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ah meia i got a question do u prefer accuracy to content or vice versa?Originally posted by Meia Gisborn:I do not have a P226 in my collection (the only SIG pistol I own is an SP2340, image here), but have shot both the 9mm and 40S&W versions of it at the range.
Being an all-metal pistol, the P226 soaks up recoil pretty well. Naturally, the recoil of the 40S&W version is a bit snappier than the 9mm, but it is by no means intolerable.
New P226s are going for close to US$800 over here, which I feel is definitely on the high side, given that there are equally reliable and accurate pistols that sell for significantly less.
For example would u choose a Desert Eagle or a extended clip-burst fire mode Glock? -
i'm not meia, but i think if you're well trained you'd prefer accuracy. if you have minimal training, you'd probably rather have more ammunition.Originally posted by ceecookie:ah meia i got a question do u prefer accuracy to content or vice versa?
For example would u choose a Desert Eagle or a extended clip-burst fire mode Glock? -
I'd choose an FN-5-7. hah.
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ceecookie,Originally posted by ceecookie:ah meia i got a question do u prefer accuracy to content or vice versa?
For example would u choose a Desert Eagle or a extended clip-burst fire mode Glock?
I'm not sure what you mean by content. Do you mean ammunition capacity or desirable features in a pistol?
In any event, I would prefer accuracy over the ability to dump as many rounds downrange as possible. A fancy, large-caliber firearm with a high-capacity magazine wouldn't do the shooter much good if he is unable to place his shots with reasonable accuracy.
Unfortunately, a visit to a typical range here underscores the sad fact that most recreational shooters are more interested in acquiring the "biggest, baddest, loudest" firearm, than in improving their marksmanship skills. -
Originally posted by Meia Gisborn:
yea i mean ammunition cap....
ceecookie,
I'm not sure what you mean by content. Do you mean ammunition capacity or desirable features in a pistol?
In any event, I would prefer [b]accuracy over the ability to dump as many rounds downrange as possible. A fancy, large-caliber firearm with a high-capacity magazine wouldn't do the shooter much good if he is unable to place his shots with reasonable accuracy.
Unfortunately, a visit to a typical range here underscores the sad fact that most recreational shooters are more interested in acquiring the "biggest, baddest, loudest" firearm, than in improving their marksmanship skills.[/b]
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i fired before with the Midshipman at OCS
Felt very CS-ish
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A very decent gun. Its extremely accurate if you take just a little extra time to aim. Double action may be tricky, but if you are careful, you'll definitely still hit the target. I got 9/10 ALL on double action on my very first shoot
We had tons of ammo, so we tried lotsa stunts later... But that's another story!
I wouldn't recommend it for a concealed-carry civillian sorta weapon though... It's too military; big and chunky. If I wasn't staying in Singapore, Id probably get a Glock. Some others in the military have tried Vektors, and had good things to say about them... No personal experience myself, but Id like to hear from someone who has tried both a P226 and a Vektor. -
For a concealed civ weapon, I think the USP compact has to be one of the best choices. Its small enuff, but packs the same .45 ACP punch.
I'd rank a P2340 as the next weapon suitable for concealed carry. -
The P226 is considered a full-sized pistol, but I wouldn't exactly call it "big and chunky." A good holster and concealment technique would go a long way in making the P226 comfortable to CCW on a daily basis. It also helps that most Americans have relatively large frames, which makes concealing a full-sized pistol easier.Originally posted by Incedrius:I wouldn't recommend it for a concealed-carry civillian sorta weapon though... It's too military; big and chunky. If I wasn't staying in Singapore, Id probably get a Glock.
Glocks are indeed popular firearms here--several of my shooting colleagues use them as CCW pieces. They are very reliable and acceptably accurate pistols, but I can never get comfortable with the grip, which I feel is raked too far forward and blocky.
My regular summer CCW piece is a 40S&W CZ 100; in winter, the heavier clothing allows me to carry the slightly larger 40S&W CZ 40P. -
it all depends on your build however i do agree that it's one size bigger for a typical size asian.Originally posted by storywolf:I feel the P226 although is a good military pistol. But it is a little big for Asia hand.
