Posted: 3/27/2005 2:05:25 PM EDT
| I'm pretty new to the handgun scene, I own a sig 239, and I'm planning on making a new home defense purchase. I'm trying to decide between a sig 226 and a Glock 17. I've never owned a Glock. Whenever I ask people what they think, I always get a sales pitch. I would love some basic, honest critisisms about the sig 226 from some glock owners who have experience with both guns. |
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Both are great guns...just different. I have come to prefer the simplicity of the Glocks for defensive use as well as for "practical" accuracy in realistic situations. I also, however, have had several "classic" Sigs over the years and have carried them on duty as well. I still have two older 220's that will be with me always...I like them that well. If I had to split hairs, I would say that the Sig...assuming a standard DA / SA trigger action...is a bit more of a chore to learn to shoot well, but is slightly more accurate and every bit as reliable as a Glock. On the other hand, I now have a Sig 229 DAK, and THIS gun is very nice indeed...maybe the very best Sig I have ever handled! Shoot 'em both and choose which one YOU like the best! |
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Thanks for the reply, the DA/SA trigger on my 239 is about the only thing I was unsure about in a "realistic situation." I wondered if the hammerless glock would be more instinctive to use. I appreciate the advice. You actually brought up another question I had about the DAK trigger. What makes the DAK different from a DAO trigger? how would you compare the DAK to the Glock trigger? I'll definately try them both and compare, but i would appreciate your view on the two. Thanks |
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Get the P220 .45 cal. The accuracy is incedible. I shot a demo at an open house at the gun range. I put 10 rounds in a group the size of a quarter at around 7 yrds with the first 10 rounds I ever shot through a SIG. The sales rep did a double take when he glanced through the window at the target, and said he'd never saw anyone shot the 220 that good. You owe it to yourself to try the 220 |
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i have used glocks, never care for the feel of the gun. but that’s just me. first thing i do when i get a new sig, is put hogue grips on it. i have 2 sigs and love them both. a p220 and a p239 .40. i would suggest that if you have a friend with a glock or p226. take him to a range a few times. or if you can find a range you can rent guns at. if you are going to trust your and your loved ones lives to it. you have to trust and feel very comfortable with the weapon. |
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I've shot Glock 19s, 17s, and 26s. I have shot Sig P226s, P239s, and P220s. I personally don't like how the Glock feels in my hand. For me, the Sigs were all more accurate than the Glocks. But neither manufacturer's guns (any of them) ever jammed on me, or failed to fire/extract. Like several others have said, get your hands on both and try them out. See what feels better to you. If you don't like how it feels, you won't practice with it, and you won't be as proficient with it. Good luck on your choice. Woody |
| I really appreciate the advice I'm getting so far. A few considerations that might clarify what I need... I want a high capacity since in my home I will have to "draw the line in the sand." I cant afford to just shoot until I can escape. I will have a family to protect and I want a lot of ammo at my finger tips. I also want something simple to operate even under stress. (this is why I was considering glock) And of course, I want reliability. Accuracy is important, weight and size are not importatnt issues to me. |
| I have a Sig 220, a Glock 37, and 3 Kimber Pro's. The Glock is what I carry. I don't care for the first trigger pull on the 220. DA. That first pull on the Sig DA/SA is long and hard for me 10+ pounds. Once it goes into SA it's fine. I too have been looking at the 229DAK. Iv'e heard the trigger is really nice. Im trying to find one to try. Try the Gun before you buy. |
| I've shot Glocks and 226's. They're both good guns, and are very good for what you want to do with them. For me, the Glock is easier to shoot faster and more accurately. I have trouble with the long double action, and the sig doesn't fit in my hand that well. Because you are different, I'd try both and see which one works better for you. Isn't it great to live in a land that gives us this choice to make? |
| I have a Sig 229 .357 and a G23. The SIG is noticeably heavier, by that I mean if my belt isn't tight enough, it pulls on my pants! But, I am a firm believer in the double-tap and I can do it much faster with the Glock since the trigger pulls are the same for all shots. The SIG's traditional double action (TDA) makes for a long double action stroke 1st shot followed by a short single action second shot which requires more training to do well. TDA guns have merit in that the first stroke is longer, more deliberate with less chance of "BOOM - oops," but if you pulled the trigger once, the fight is on and your gun is now firing single action. Both guns are extremely reliable, accurate and tolerant of different ammo. Glock hicaps are about $20 cheaper than hicap SIG mags though. Hope this helps. Good luck and shoot safe. |
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both are two different animals sigs are great, but the usually cost more glocks are cheaper and mags/accessories are more available i would get a feel for both and choose the one that fits your hand best and decied if you want the sig controls or the lack of glock controls |
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I say get a sig and a glock. You can't lose when you have both. I personally didn't like the sig with all the safeties. It felt heavier in my hands. I really didn't like the Double action thing.. GLock..I like the way the glock feels, but i am a small guy. 5'10" 136lb. But i would probably get a sig 228 in a few weeks. |
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I own numerous Sigs and a Glock 19. If you're looking for a high capacity magazine when you "draw the line in the sand", I'd suggest the Glock 22 (.40 with 15rd +1 capacity). Bottom line is...whatever feels the best in your hand and are most comfortably shooting, that's the choice for you. |
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I have 20-30k rounds through Glock 17, 19, and 34, and at least 150k rounds through SIG P225, P226, P229. Both guns are ultra reliable. GENERALLY: The SIG's have a higher bore axis, and will have more muzzle rise. The SIG's have better ergonomics The SIG's are more accurate. The Glocks are faster. The Glocks have more felt recoil. YMMV. |
exactly, that's why he needs to have both sig and glock. 
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At one time, I owned just about every sig pistol made. The 226 in 9mm I had sucked, we did get along at all. I sold it, the guy that bought it, loves it, go figure. I now own 0 sigs, not one. I do own a G17. I like the G17 better. I shot great with it, have 0 failuers in 500 rounds so far. The 3rd Gen frame is awsome Glock has got it right with that one. |
The 3rd Gen frame is the final straw that makes it to where I wouldn't buy a Glock. The finger ridges are too close together. If you have larger hands, your fingers don't end up in the grooves, but on top of the ridges, or half and half. Personally, I "preferred" the older-style frame. Woody |
Just the oppisate for me...... |
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Cant go wrong with either for home defense. I would say it boils down to the one that FITS you better. I shoot the G17 but it feels huge in my hand. The the Sig feels better and I shoot it just as well. Find a range that rent both and blow 50.00 on ammo and see for yourself. I for one like the DA/SA Sig trigger for the first shot. It adds a safety margin you dont get from the g17. |
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It has already been said here but try them both, see which feels best for you. I have been a loyal Sig owner for years now. I purchased my first, a Sig P226 in 1987. I now own Sigs in 9mm, .40, .357Sig, and .45. There was a time that I swore that I would never own a Glock. Earlier this month I purchased a Glock 22 just because of the whole Glock vs Sig thing and simply to own one. It did not feel as comfortable in my hand as my Sigs but what the hell. Every Sig model I own from the P226, P228, P229,P220, or P220ST feels different in my hand. All good, just different. Different grip or weight or balance, different. Kind of like getting into a different car than you're used to driving. It doesn't take long to get used to it. I have only shot the Glock twice, about 400 rounds so far but I have to admit, I love this pistol. I have re-thought my previous distain for the Glocks. I have always felt that they were excellent weapons, just not for me. That has now changed. I will not be getting rid of my Sigs but I will probably add some more Glocks to my collection. I would not hesitate to use either the Glock or the Sig to defend my household and family. In fact, I would feel comfortable with any of the calibers that I currently own to do so. This is a whole different "Can of worms" if you want to know which calibers is the best so I won't go there. With modern ammuntion, any of them would be effective with mutiple center of mass hits. Double tap, triple tap, slide lock. They would all get the job done. Both of the pistols that you are considering will hold between 16 and 18 rounds (mags and 1 in the chamber). Both can be reloaded very quickly with practice. Both are reliable, accurate, and low maintenence to own. Shoot them both and if one doesn't just feel better than the other one, and if funds permit, buy both. Besides, regardless of the pistol you choose to defend your family, if you are "Drawing the line in the sand", you are temporarily arming yourself with a handgun just long enough to get to something bigger. Rifle or shotgun, another area of controversy so I won't go there either. You see, there is not one answer that is right for everyone. They all work once you make YOUR choice and practice, practice, practice. |
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| I have 3 Glocks and a P226. They are all great pistols. I find I can shoot the Glocks faster and more accurately at short to medium ranges (up to 15yds). Past 15 yds the Sig tends to be more accurate. The Glock is a bit simpler in operation but neither is hard. Reliablity is equal. If size and weight are not consideration then I would get either a G35 or P226 in .40. I have both of these and love them both equally. Shoot both and see which you like better or just get both. I'm currently considering selling my G23 and buying a P239 to even things out. |