Well, the deal fell through on my friend's 226 that had less than 100 rounds fired through it. He was able to sell it for $745, while I was not able to make an offer that came even close. So, yesterday, I did like many of you and ordered a CPO Sig P226 in 9mm from James at Ordnance Outfitters. It feels like Christmas already...just waiting to find that present "under the tree" (in the mail) :)
I will need to purchase several things to get me up to speed however. Unfortunately, I was unable to get a CPO with night sights. I am looking to set up my 226 similar to my duty weapons. I have used mostly older 228s (so I assume they were mostly 3-dot green Trijicons that were going dim). This gun will primarily be used for range training, may possibly see some duty-carry, and may also be used for stock class IPSC/IDPA (where I hope to eventually compete to train, rather than train to compete). My thoughts are to use 3-dot green, so I am looking at the same sights whether at work or not. Trijicons are expensive, and was wondering whether the many others out there could fit the bill (Meprolight, SigLite, Tru-Glo, XS, etc.). I am also intrigued in the contrast sights, and whether they would improve my lining up the sights (and not make a difference swithing back to 3-dot green). What sights do you guys like, and where can I get a good price on the internet for them?
I also need some extra magazines. The gun is being shipped with only 2 magazines. I always have 3 on me while on duty, and will require a few extras for the range. I noticed Sig factory mags are a bit more than aftermarket mags. I have heard that the factory mags are the most reliable, and that the aftermarket mags can't be trusted. Are aftermarket mags really that unreliable? What would you suggest if you in fact agree that aftermarket mags are reliable...Mec-Gar, Eagle, Pro-Mag etc.? What is a good source to purchase extra high-cap mags?
Any LEOs out there? I need a holster for duty-carry. My agency is in the Stone Age and still issues a lot of single-retention holsters. We tend to get a lot of Uncle Mike's web gear and often use Safariland and Bianchi for leathers. I would like to get a double or triple-retention holster for range work, probably nylon. Any suggestions? Also, may need a concealable holster for IDPA. What are you guys using? Once again, where are you guys finding good prices and service?
Lastly, I need a lot of cheap 9mm range ammo. Where are you guys finding the deals on the net right now?
I am sure many of my questions have been covered in the past, but I am hoping you guys can help me limit my research, as I will be making purchases ASAP. Plus, I am always entertained by the suggestions. Any and all information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.