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Originally posted by P250UA5:
I got out of 357Sig when it became even more uncommon on local shelves.

Loved shooting it, hated paying to feed it.

Me too, I got out of the 40/357 sig business years ago in a caliber consolidation.
I enjoyed shooting my P229, G33, and G22 with a G31 barrel in it.

JohnnyMac, if you don't mind buying the extra caliber, I'd do it.
I do love my classic Sigs..

Glad you were able to make the trade happen.

Even though they did not ship with your P229, those are Factory wood grips

Over the years, the 357SIG has become a big favorite for my autoloaders

I never buy ammunition at the local store, so that is not one of me criteria

I was introduced to the 357SIG cartridge in the 1990s, P239 was my carry gun



Even though I shoot far less these days and I no longer do any demos I still go through 2,500+ rounds of ammunition annually. When buying in quantity 357SIG is about $1 a box more than 40S&W of the same loading. If you handload, 357SIG costs about the same as 9MM.



I have hosted several SIGForum members down here at the range, quite often the MP5/357 is often requested. It never ceases to generate a smile.

With 147 grain subsonics Gold Dots and a can, this is an awesome package



I moved a SEF marked FCG off an older MP5 because I just like describing the markings better.

The original German intent of SEF is:
S = Sicher: Literal translation is 'Safe'
E= Einzelfeuer: Literal translation is 'single fire' or semi auto to us
F= Feuerstoß: Literal translation is 'burst of fire' or full auto to us


Us American guys just like to call them

S= Safe
E= Economical
F= Fun

Very nice looking trade. I love the 2 tone slide as it reminds me of the Equinox slide.

Out of curiosity, not that it really matters I am sure but how hard would that be to convert to a 9mm pistol, besides swapping the upper half? That is a neat gun and for me, it would wind up costing me more than I probably need to spend as I would love to get a Sport upper half for it, if I could even find one. That stainless frame is a thing of beauty.

I would make that trade in a heartbeat but then look at my handle then you know where I come from. Reloading is your friend when it comes to the 357 Sig. Also, drop in a 9mm barrel for cheaper shooting if that appeals to you.