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Posted: 8/9/2017 4:41:35 PM EDT

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Its a piece of shit, send to me for proper disposal....

Posted: 8/9/2017 4:41:48 PM EDT

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shop also had a P225 right next to it in the case i think also w. german for 450

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Jump on it and resell it for easily $200-$300 more if in the same condition

Posted: 8/9/2017 4:42:39 PM EDT

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I've got one of those in the safe. It was NIB when I bought it and I ran one mag through it. Cleaned and put it away. I've got a couple of newer ones that I shoot.

Posted: 8/9/2017 4:44:11 PM EDT

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There's a code on the chin of the slide, under the proof mark
That will give the date as well

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hmm i see a Corn stalk looking thing a Symbol with an N under it and then JJ

Posted: 8/9/2017 4:45:11 PM EDT

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I've got one of those in the safe. It was NIB when I bought it and I ran one mag through it. Cleaned and put it away. I've got a couple of newer ones that I shoot.

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its deffinitly not NIB, but it does look sharp for being damn near 30.

Posted: 8/9/2017 4:48:24 PM EDT

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1990. Same red foam box and target.

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I had a Robar 220 two tone like that. Awesome coating.

Posted: 8/9/2017 4:54:40 PM EDT

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Love mine. Had it since 2011, gun show find for $500 with three mags and no box. I shoot the shit out of it. Soft shooting and accurate.

Posted: 8/9/2017 5:00:21 PM EDT

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Beautiful

Posted: 8/9/2017 5:42:21 PM EDT

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Is it normal the grips don't say p226 on them?

Posted: 8/9/2017 5:47:50 PM EDT

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Yes.

You've got the original style grips.

Posted: 8/9/2017 5:49:40 PM EDT

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Is it normal the grips don't say p226 on them?

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Yeah, that came later in the 90's, even after the 229 shipped with the "229" pebble grips. Checkered ones look better imho. Shit, may have been early 2k. I'm getting old.

If you plan on shooting it a bunch, get the Short Reset Trigger.

Posted: 8/10/2017 6:43:55 AM EDT

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Can't hurt to send it in to Sig for the Sig Service Plan. They do good work.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:05:53 AM EDT

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My first ever pistol was a Sig P226. I think I paid about $375 for a police trade-in many, many years ago.

Yours is in better condition than mine, but the only issue mine has is some of the finish on the grip is missing and the sights need replacing.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:11:04 AM EDT

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Posted: 8/10/2017 7:18:49 AM EDT

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Can't hurt to send it in to Sig for the Sig Service Plan. They do good work.

Or with a minimum investment in a set of punches and a roll pin punch for the
breech block, you can pretty much do it for a fraction of the cost, and no shipping.

The pistol isn't that complex, and there are umpteen number of vids out there on
how to disassemble. And you can install the short reset trigger while you're at it

TGS in Chesterland Ohio usually has every part in stock that you need

Posted: 8/10/2017 8:54:49 AM EDT

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I recently received a like new p220 made in 95. I never cared for Sigs until now. Much nicer than the current Sigs.

Posted: 8/10/2017 1:42:26 PM EDT

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Or with a minimum investment in a set of punches and a roll pin punch for the
breech block, you can pretty much do it for a fraction of the cost, and no shipping.

The pistol isn't that complex, and there are umpteen number of vids out there on
how to disassemble. And you can install the short reset trigger while you're at it

TGS in Chesterland Ohio usually has every part in stock that you need

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They have worked on no fewer than 7 P-series guns for me. Sometimes it's worth spending the money.

Just my humble opinion.

Posted: 8/10/2017 1:45:39 PM EDT

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Or with a minimum investment in a set of punches and a roll pin punch for the
breech block, you can pretty much do it for a fraction of the cost, and no shipping.

The pistol isn't that complex, and there are umpteen number of vids out there on
how to disassemble. And you can install the short reset trigger while you're at it

TGS in Chesterland Ohio usually has every part in stock that you need

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all the proof marks are kinda cool to read about!

and as far as maintenance, it doesn't really look like it has been shot much the rails are pretty clean. But i suppose as preventative i think ill grab a new recoil spring and toss it in there(this one i bet is original) and a roll pin for the breech block? anything else to be aware of?

Posted: 8/10/2017 1:47:07 PM EDT

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This one rode along with me in my survival vest on every mission during Desert Storm A-10, still have it. U124144 S/N

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very cool! Thank you for your service.

Posted: 8/10/2017 2:28:58 PM EDT

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There's a code on the chin of the slide, under the proof mark
That will give the date as well

hmm i see a Corn stalk looking thing a Symbol with an N under it and then JJ

"JJ" is 1988. A lot of good info here...

Sig Info

Posted: 8/10/2017 2:34:42 PM EDT

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Mine is just a true German pistol (not W. German). But it was technically proofed in the West. Not the original grips. Mine were chewed up so I replaced them with newer ones. Nice pistol.

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Posted: 8/10/2017 2:36:08 PM EDT

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"JJ" is 1988. A lot of good info here...

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Yep i saw that, pretty neat

Posted: 8/10/2017 2:38:19 PM EDT

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Mine

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Posted: 8/10/2017 2:40:57 PM EDT

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Damn that is in good shape. Drool...

Posted: 8/10/2017 2:41:30 PM EDT

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Keep the rails greased.

Posted: 8/10/2017 5:45:03 PM EDT

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ran 6 mags through it today of FMJ bulk stuff. Ran like a champ, that trigger takes getting used to though letting it all the way out to the reset, might have to look into the short reset trigger.

Posted: 8/10/2017 5:50:35 PM EDT

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Mine

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Same markings on mine but JF, so 1985

Enjoy it

Posted: 8/10/2017 6:10:02 PM EDT

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AWESOME thread. Buddy of mine a few months ago claimed he recently saw a west german p226 for sale for $600 at a local gun store. I immediately asked details, and purchased it the following day. Comes in plastic factory clam shell case, original target with proof marks and signatures of tester, and one shitty although working mecgar 10 round mag.
I didn't steal it, but for being behind enemy lines here in NY, i did well.

My best friends dad, which was a nam vet, was like a father to me. He got me into our hobby. He died in 2010. His favorite gun which he wore on his hip daily was a west german sig p226. His bitch of a wife sold all his guns to his aquaintances which he hated, and left myself, his son, and loving nephew completely high and dry. Fuck her.

So when this came up for sale, it was one of my grail guns. I can't have johnnys sig, but i got one like it. Oh yeah, fuck that cunt.

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Is imgur not a go here? Im pasting the link to a pic in the box, but when submitting, nothings there?

Posted: 8/10/2017 6:43:39 PM EDT

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Anybody here know where to get blued grip screws. The west German guns use a small diameter screw and i cant find shit online. Found some stainless on ebay need blued slotted.

Maybe Sig can send me some. They're closed now

Posted: 8/10/2017 6:48:21 PM EDT

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Winner! West German with American style magazine release. You did good.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:06:50 PM EDT

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This is mine got for 400 this is a police ttrade-in put in $700 worth of work into it love it I put in a new trigger new sites and paint job and a New barrel now I can take 20 round magazine's it's now a tactical 226

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I have a P226 with the same refinish job that I bought from Wideners a few years ago. I put new grips on mine from a new P226 that I put the magwell grips on (like yours). I replaced the recoil spring and that's it. Beautiful gun! Customizedcreationz did my refinish.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:15:07 PM EDT

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shop also had a P225 right next to it in the case i think also w. german for 450

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Ok, I'm taking the bait. I bought a WG 225 at an auction for about $400. I followed that with 2 P6's from Wideners that I had refinished by customizedcreationz when he had his 1-11-11 sale. Then I landed a like new 228 at my LGS for $550 or so. I have all the "traditional" Sigs that I am interested in owning. P220, 225, 2xP6's, 2x226's, 228, M-11A-TB, 229TB, 239TB, 2x245's and a couple of Skeeters with TB. I also have .22LR conversions for several of the 9mm guns.

I just posted a similar reply the other day. I'm a believer in these guns. IMO they are superior in terms of long term value and quality.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:18:02 PM EDT

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I actually like carrying my 225 better than the 226 or 228, even though it's a single stack.

The 225 just feels right in my hand

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This. I love the feel of my 225 and my P6's.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:21:34 PM EDT

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it's probably better than the P320....

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:21:53 PM EDT

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So what is a u612 serial numbered railless P226 in 40 worth? I think it is a West German frame and was made around '98 or '99. Says Exeter, NH on Slide. Pretty much immaculate.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:34:53 PM EDT

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Fuck, you better go back and get that one.

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shop also had a P225 right next to it in the case i think also w. german for 450

Fuck, you better go back and get that one.

This.

Posted: 8/10/2017 7:56:28 PM EDT

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My P226 came in the same box as the OP and is 1985 vintage.
The P220 was a used PD trade in and came in gray plastic case and dated 1987.

Posted: 8/10/2017 8:05:41 PM EDT

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ran 6 mags through it today of FMJ bulk stuff. Ran like a champ, that trigger takes getting used to though letting it all the way out to the reset, might have to look into the short reset trigger.

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15 minute job to install the SRT. Money and time well spent.

Posted: 8/10/2017 8:25:04 PM EDT

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all the proof marks are kinda cool to read about!

and as far as maintenance, it doesn't really look like it has been shot much the rails are pretty clean. But i suppose as preventative i think ill grab a new recoil spring and toss it in there(this one i bet is original) and a roll pin for the breech block? anything else to be aware of?

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It does look to be in about unused condition, the only other bit of real concern would be the locking shoulder, but I doubt that's a problem with yours

Gratuitous pic of some of mine from my last range day

Posted: 8/10/2017 8:34:25 PM EDT

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Anybody here know where to get blued grip screws. The west German guns use a small diameter screw and i cant find shit online. Found some stainless on ebay need blued slotted.

Maybe Sig can send me some. They're closed now

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To Gun Supply

Posted: 8/10/2017 8:39:10 PM EDT

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Folded steel slide Sigs are best Sigs.

Posted: 8/10/2017 9:11:32 PM EDT

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shop also had a P225 right next to it in the case i think also w. german for 450

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FO on that ASAP if it's a 225 and not a P6

Posted: 8/10/2017 9:15:03 PM EDT

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Very nice guns, good find to me.

Posted: 8/10/2017 9:39:14 PM EDT

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I has two Kraut made 226's, one beat up one in very good, I bought the second when the first one had a spring go TU in a class. There was no spring to bve had so I bought a whole fucking gun.

Sadly I have been shooting my striker fired guns wy more

Posted: 8/10/2017 9:40:57 PM EDT

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Already looked there, nothing for West German made. They are a smaller diameter screw. I compared it against my Legion 226.

Posted: 8/10/2017 9:54:48 PM EDT

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I've got an 88 vintage. At the time I was carrying a series 70 Colt in the Sheriff's Office when Highway patrol started getting a new pistol from Sig. had to have one. Have the same yellow box. Grips are all scarred from the fights, etc., a patrol pistol sees. Just resides in the safe now as I don't like the double/ single action transition as much as I like a Glock trigger. With that said, if I had to bet my life on a 50 yard shot, it would be my old 226. Youve got a keeper OP!