Posted by Jason Brumett
The Sig Sauer P226 model was designed in the early 1980's for a possible bid on a U.S. Military handgun contract in 1984. The P226 was underbid, but the U.S. Navy Seals picked up the model afterwards for use in their missions. It is a large frame handgun designed for recreational and self-defense purposes. The original model features the 9mm (15-round magazine), and later models now also feature .357 Sig (12-magazine), along with .40 S&W (12-round magazine). It has an integrated accessory rail for adding a tactical light or laser onto it.
The overall length of the P226 is 7.7-inches, with a height of 5.5-inches, and a barrel length of 4.4-inches. The frame material is made from aluminum alloy, with a black hard coat anodized finish. The slide material is made from stainless steel, with a black Nitron finish. The grips are one-piece black ergonomic that features front strap serrations. The frame has a 4-point safety system that features, a decocking lever, automatic firing pin safety block, safety intercept notch, along with a trigger bar disconnector. The sights can either feature adjustable contrast or the 3 white dot SigLite night sights. The trigger pull is 4.4-pounds (SAO) and 10-pounds (DAO).
Make: Smith & Wesson Model: 642 Caliber: 38 Special
They only carry five rounds of .38 Spl +P ammunition and, at 15 ounces, they weigh about the same as some autoloaders that hold more rounds. At first blush, it might seem that Smit...(more)
Make: Smith & Wesson Model: 638 Caliber: .38 special
When you need a lightweight carry revolver, you turn to Smith & Wesson's Small Frame Airweight Series. They are the original aluminum, small frame revolvers chambered in .38 S&W ...(more)
Make: Sig Sauer Model: SSG 3000 Caliber: .308 Win
The heavy-contoured, hammer forged barrel is fitted with a flash suppressor / muzzle brake to provide greater accuracy with reduced muzzle signature. Both the barrel and the receiv...(more)
Make: Sig Sauer Model: P220 Caliber: 45 auto
The Sig Sauer P220 was designed in Switzerland in 1975. It is a semi-automatic large frame pistol that has since seen model upgrades and adaptions to fit the needs of the U.S. Mil...(more)
Make: Smith & Wesson Model: 640 Caliber: 357 Magnum, 38 Special
The Model 640 made by Smith and Wesson is a small j-frame revolver first made back in the 1950s. The Chiefs Special as its also known is chambered in 357 Magnum but also takes the ...(more)
