When did sig firstp introduce the P229 in 9mm?
One here local for sale and trying to figure out prod. date. Classic slide with no rail.
Thanks

What is the serial number prefix?

1994

AD prefix

It is AD. Would that be a triple serial numbered pistol?

Yes

Let us know if you get it. Would like to see pictures, if/when you get it!

I know they are not rare but how uncommon are they. I have never seen one.

I don't know if anyone knows the actual numbers of each caliber of P229 that were made, but it is generally accepted that the 9mm was the fewest, at least here in the U.S. I am also pretty sure it was the last caliber of P229 introduced which may have contributed to the smaller numbers.

A 9mm P229 will look just like the .40/.357 P229s but I believe the slide will be slightly narrower and of course the magazine well will not accept the wider mags. Another way to describe a 9mm P229 is it looks like a P228 frame with a P229 slide on it, which is what it is.

Thanks,
Going to meet the man tomorrow to pick up the pistol. He is the origibal owner and the pistol has not been fired very much. Saddly he does not have the original box or grips. Will post pic's when i get a chance.