Why was the Sig P228 discontinued?
Why was the Sig P228 discontinued?
The P228 handgun was and still is (to those who have one) a fine handgun. It was produced in Germany and was doing well in the local and international market, but it was discontinued by the Germans due to SIG’s plan to go with milled slides, and to chamber the new P229 in 9mm.
Does the Sig Sauer P228 have a safety?
The P228 is hammer-fired and fires from a locked-breech, short-recoil method, with a hammer drop safety.
Is the SIG m11 a1 a P228 or P229?
The SIG P228—designated as the M11 in 9mm—is still seeing plenty of action with U.S. military forces today….M11-A1.
| SIG Sauer, Inc. | |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 9mm Luger |
| Barrel Length | 3.9 inches |
| Overall Length | 7.1 inches |
| Height | 5.4 inches |
How much does a SIG P228 weigh?
Sig P226/P228 Specifications
| weight: | 1.65 lbs (empty – P226) 1.10 lbs (empty – P228) |
|---|---|
| barrel length: | 4.4 inches (P226) 3.9 inches (P228) |
| rate of fire : | semi-automatic |
| muzzle velocity : | 1,500 feet per second (max) |
| caliber : | 9mm x 19mm Parabellum |
How much is a sig M11 A1?
$1119
SIG Sauer M11-A1 Price and Where to Buy The MSRP for this weapon is $1119. The threaded barrel version costs a bit more and is priced at $1174. The barrel length of the threaded barrel version is 4.4 inches, which is where that extra money is going.
What caliber is SIG P228?
When did the SIG Sauer P228 come out?
The P228 first appeared in 1988 though it has since been succeeded by the equally-compact P229 series on the SIG-Sauer lines. The weapon is known under the designation of M11 in the US military inventory while its use is accordingly global through various other armies and police agencies.
Does the SIG P228 have a frame rail?
The P228 does not come with a frame rail, nor does it have a square trigger guard. It has a DA/SA trigger pull, like a lot of other SIG models, so for those who like that heavier first trigger pull, it will be satisfactory. The P228 handgun was and still is (to those who have one) a fine handgun.
Why was the SIG P228 handgun discontinued?
The P228 handgun was and still is (to those who have one) a fine handgun. It was produced in Germany and was doing well in the local and international market, but it was discontinued by the Germans due to SIG’s plan to go with milled slides, and to chamber the new P229 in 9mm.
Why did the Navy SEALs use the P228?
The SWCC guys liked it because they worked in cramped quarters on boats, while the SEALs used the P226 more often. Other units who used the P228 included the US Secret Service, Army CID (Criminal Investigations Division), Air Force OSI (Office of Special Investigations), BATF, FBI, and police departments that are too numerous to mention.
What is the difference between the Sauer P229 and the P228?
The SIG model P228 shares many similarities with the P229. The civilian P228 is a little bit more balanced than the SIG Sauer P229, and even though I didn’t notice that big of a difference when handling them, I trust what many others before have said. The P228 does not come with a frame rail, nor does it have a square trigger guard.
