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Hello,

I am trying to figure out what is different between these two other than the trigger and the grip frame.

Are there any other parts that are different?


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probably a good thing
I don't have a cut
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The older Full size model slides were not cut for an Optic sight. I don't know when they started selling them with the sight cut. They also used to not come with night sites but now they do.
 
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The older full-sized models used the standard grip frames with full length dust cover and curved trigger. As mentioned, the older full-sized models lacked the optic cut and had basic three dot night sights aka SIGLITE night sights as standard. The X series includes the X frame which among other ergonomic changes includes a partial length dust cover. The slide has an optics cut (there are several variations depending on date of manufacture). The X slides feature the Xray Night sights, which are higher visibility. Additionally, the X-series that I have seen are flat trigger models.
 
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probably a good thing
I don't have a cut
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The P320 Full I got a few years ago did not come with night sites. It has the 3 painted white dots.

I did a quick look on Gunbroker and the lowest the New(not used) XFulls are listed for is around $700 and the New(not used) Fulls are listed for around $500. Big difference for what amounts to a grip module, slightly different night sites and a flat trigger. Maybe also an extended slide catch. I think I would chose the Full and buy a Wilson Combat Carry grip module instead of the XFull if I were buying today.

I see that you're in California though so the XFull may be the only one you can get and it comes with a manual safety as well.
 
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Originally posted by Paten:
The P320 Full I got a few years ago did not come with night sites. It has the 3 painted white dots.


Thank you, I'll file that away in my data bank.

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Hi All,

Thanks for sharing so far. In just a moment I will be creating a new thread regarding customizing the P320 Full gripframe, but wanted to 'close the loop' on this thread, and solicit any other insights you have.

I didn't want to influence the conversation so I didn't mention my setup in detail.

I have the 320 full and have installed the Apex Tactical Forward Set trigger kit into it. I've only fired 50 rounds since then but I can clearly feel the difference and am happy with it. As a result, I don't think the flat trigger of the full does anything for me.

I also have a spare top end that has an optics cut and optics installed. I bought the setup second hand so I don't know who made the slide. It is a bit too aggressive for my tastes, as it has cut-outs on the sides of the slide and the front end is cut back in a v shape, like a shark's mouth opening. As a result, the XFull's optics ready status isn't an issue for me.

When I bought mine it was a consignment sale as I am in California and no P320s were 'on the roster' to allow me to purchase them at that time.

Now the XFull is there.

I picked it up and liked the feel in the hand, as it solved one of my pet peeves regarding the factory 'normal' P320 grip frame- the way the frame [at the junction of the trigger guard and grip area] dug into the side of my middle finger.

Oh, and the high beavertail.


It is sounding to me like I really have no reason to get an XFull, but just a gripframe if that is the only thing I'd be gaining.

Thanks again!


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Given your comment, I'd agree that buying a new grip frame is the most cost effective answer. But, check out the various other grips module on the market. Wilson makes a good one.
 
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I tend to like all things Wilson, but I have smaller than average fingers and need something with the circumference of the Sig Small size option for the Full grip frame.

I can't recall ever seeing sm/med/lg options for the specific frame from Wilson.


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