BehindBlueI's
Grandmaster
- Oct 3, 2012
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I wouldn't buy a Sig 1911, but to me that's neither really a Sig or a 1911. If you're talking a 226, 228 etc then I'd say you couldn't go wrong with those pistols.
That's where I'm at. My 1911 is my only non-Sig SA at this point.
There are a few "trouble years" for various models of traditional Sigs. Internal extractor stainless steel P220s comes to mind. Avoid those particular years in those models and odds are strong you'll get a good one.
My current stable:
P220 - no issues
P226 - front sight fiber optic fell out. I bought this used and like a dummy didn't swap out the recoil spring. It was past time. The extra battering probably caused the FO rod to come out. Sig fixed it on their dime.
P229 - no issues. Old enough the night sights are burnt out
P229 SAS - Trigger is a little gritty compared to my other Sigs, but no issues
P245 - no issues