First Sig on the way...

[texastranger]

Finally pulled the trigger--pun intended--on my first Sig, a two-tone P220. Thanks DA and others for your informed opinions. Any further advice for when it arrives? This will be used for home protection, winter carry, and of course fun on the range.

["DoubleAction"]

Texastranger; You picked a good one, a matter of fact, I think the 220 was the choice of the Texas Rangers at one time, Sig has a commemorative Texas Ranger 220. It was the Sig 220 in .45 acp that paved the way for the P- Series Sig Sauers in this country; Historically speaking, the Sig 220 had many features which were only found on customized semi-autos when it was first introduced alongside of it's counterparts, that were chambered in the .45 acp.
Word of advice, if you get the urge to order some wood grips, go to Hogue. Hogue is the factory supplier for rubber grips at Sigarms. Always stay with the German Factory Sig magazines, others from Mec-gar might not fit as well in the chute and might jar loose from the mag catch while shooting. Some will tell you the Mec-Gar is the factory supplier to Sig for magazines, that is true if you have a 239 or newer 226 in .40 or .357 sig, but for the 220 and 229, it is German Factory Sig Sauer magazines, big difference.
You will enjoy the lubricity and smoothness that the Nickel plated slide adds to the operation of the pistol; I use Wilson Combat's Ultimalube grease for my rails for lubrication, oil seems to run off.
For gun leather, the 220 shares the same leather as the 226, both are compatible. Since the 220 has been around awhile longer than the others, you might find some good deals on holsters and factory magazines through ebay or gun shows.
Congradulations on your new pistol.

[texastranger]

Thanks DA--your knowledge regarding the Sig pistols and your faith in their performance led me to put money down on the 220. A long gun hunter for many years, I'm looking forward to my first handgun.

[Oregunner]

Texasranger, you're gonna like that pistol.

About 8 or 10 years ago I had a P220 in .45 ACP. I
really liked it but a buddy wanted it so bad he offered
me a like new in box S&W 4516 plus $100 to trade.
It seemed like a good deal at the time, and I like and
still have the 4516, but it isn't near as accurate as
the Sig was. Plus the Sig would outshoot my Colt
series 70 government model, and darn near as good
as another buddys gold cup.

You know that famous quote, "the only interesting gun
is an accurate one."

["DoubleAction"]

Oregunner; When the Sig 220 in .45 acp was first introduced in this country it was met head on by the Colt 1911s. Many told of it's lightweight frame, Commander length, and accuracy of the Gold Cup. The 15,000 rd. zero malfunction and accuracy endurance tests, along with it's out of box 4 1/2 lb. single action trigger, began getting the attention of many .45 acp fans.

[Mountaineer]

Texastranger, Congrads on the purchase of your first Sig, it probably won't be your last. The first Sig I bought was about 2 years ago, it was a P226 Nickle unfired. About 2 months later I bought a P228 unfired. See what I mean, once you get started it's hard to stop ;D
Enjoy!!!

[texastranger]

Thanks for the responses. Can anyone tell me where the P220 is made? Parts made in Germany, assembled in the U.S.? Slide only made in Germany? I've heard a mix of opinions on this, even from gun dealers. Thanks.

["DoubleAction"]

Texastranger; If your 220 features the Steel Stamped slide, as my 3, it is probably made in Germany. Sigarms manufactures the Stainless Forged slides, with the alloy frames being made in Germany at the Sauer plant. My two Sig 229 sport pistols are both manufactured in Germany. When you get your pistol it will be stamped where the complete pistol is manufactured, although it is no reflection of the degree of tolerances or quality where the slide is manufactured. I have three drop in barrels for the Sigarms Stainless Slides on the 239, 229, and 226, all are perfect fits. If you have any questions pertaining to your Sig, it is better to call the Sigarms Customer Service Department, rather than ask a dealer. These Sig Reps are very knowledgable about their product, and they are some of the friendliest people I've ever encountered in the business, as most handgunnners are. Check out their website, write down their number, and give them a call.
www.sigarms.com

[texastranger]

Thanks DA--will do.

[9mm]

I'll second what DA said about the MecGar mags. I bought three blued ones used. One pops out of the frame at least once per 7 shots.