It's been a while since I've posted, but I've been having the itch for a new Sig. So, checked out the LGS today and they had two guns that interest me... One is a non-rail Sig P229 CPO DA/SA in .40; the other is a like new P228R with rail. The P229 has the half-height cocking serrations. Both guns have contrast sights, are in great shape, and both are priced at $600 but very likely could be had for $550. I don't currently own a P228, but not sure I like the rail. Also have lots of other 9mm handguns, but have never had a pistol in .40. I like old school and I assume I could swap in a 357 barrel in the 229?
So, what's the collective thought of the Sig fanatics if I were to spring for one of these beauties? Which is more desirable and is the price decent? Or, should I just save for a P229 legion?
Thanks much,
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Posts: 242 | Location: Western North Carolina | Registered: May 11, 2007
600 for 228R seems like a good deal. I dont care for rails on the 228/229 either but that doesnt detract from the deal. The 229 is too high. You can get CPO 229's for 450.00
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Posts: 7912 | Location: One step ahead of you | Registered: February 10, 2009
I am with 12131. I have a p228 KC and a P228R. both shoot and handle great, but the edge goes to the P228R. It is more accurate and the felt recoil is less pronounced. I don't care for the rail but it is a P228, German with internal extractor and folded slide. Get the P228R, you can always find a used P229 .40 sw w/o rail some other time. Law enforcement is getting rid of their Sig .40s and you may be able to pick up a good or like-new one in weeks or months to come.
Posts: 627 | Location: San Antonio, TX | Registered: October 10, 2009
As others have voiced, a fair price for the P228R. A bit high for the P229-40. Between the two I know which one is more desirable. But I also know which one I'd shoot more often, and it ain't the 9mm.
