1911 vs. SIG P226

[woodibly]

Have you thought about the felt recoil? Most 1911s are full steel as most 226s are full aluminum.

Personally, I would get a 226 in your case. I have yet to find a pistol that felt like an extension of my hand and if I did, it'd be mine.

Also, the 226 is pretty much set it and forget it. There aren't too many mods to go crazy about, but if you want you can send it to grayguns to make it feel even more amazing-er. I want both guns, but when I get my 1911, I know I'll be spending hours a day looking at cool parts and modifications.

Lawrence

[Rob360]

Well, right now I am leaning towards the P226. It probably makes more sense for me. A 1911 may be in my future though.

[cmace22]

Ive owned an HK usp 40, G22, G21sf XD45 and a Kimber 1911. The Kimber has out lasted them all.

The feel accuracy and dependability of the 1911 is what keeps it around. I have aprox 2k rounds in it.

I have had some malfunctions but all can be atributed to early break in problems, yes it took about 500 rounds to get to running right, and not so good ammo (wolf) being run through it.

I have also been thinking of geting a sig 226. But I do already have a 1911 and a G21sf.

The only way I would ever sell my kimber is to fund another 1911.

[EdBrownie]

If money is more of a concern - then purchase the sig.

But, if you are able to spend a little more money, then I'd highly recommend a 1911.

Nothing beats a crisp trigger that breaks like glass on a high quality SA pistol.

Highly recommend you look at an Ed Brown Special Forces. When you rack that slide back it'll feel like ball bearings on glass.

[EdBrownie]

Ive owned an HK usp 40, G22, G21sf XD45 and a Kimber 1911. The Kimber has out lasted them all.

The feel accuracy and dependability of the 1911 is what keeps it around. I have aprox 2k rounds in it.

I have had some malfunctions but all can be atributed to early break in problems, yes it took about 500 rounds to get to running right, and not so good ammo (wolf) being run through it.

I have also been thinking of geting a sig 226. But I do already have a 1911 and a G21sf.

The only way I would ever sell my kimber is to fund another 1911.

I'm with you brother.

I own a Kimber custom 2 TLE - (same gun used by LAPD Swat). There's no way I'd sell my Kimber.

[EdBrownie]

You might as well be asking a bunch of car guys if you should get a Corvette or a Crown Victoria. Different cars, different purpose, different answers. Pick which one suits you, then buy em both! remember this though, I sig is a tool, a 1911 is a hobby.

That's just your opinion dude.

[cmace22]

I'm with you brother.

I own a Kimber custom 2 TLE - (same gun used by LAPD Swat). There's no way I'd sell my Kimber.

Ya love it. I got the TLE/RL.

[Rob360]

If money is more of a concern - then purchase the sig.

But, if you are able to spend a little more money, then I'd highly recommend a 1911.

Nothing beats a crisp trigger that breaks like glass on a high quality SA pistol.

Highly recommend you look at an Ed Brown Special Forces. When you rack that slide back it'll feel like ball bearings on glass.

I have a membership at a range and have fired all the range rental 9s, keep in mind these are rentals that are abused. They all shot about 2" groups at 20'. Then I picked up the range abused sig 226, damn near same hole groups at 20'. There is a reason elite military and police forces around the world issue the sig 226. The G17 was the only one that I could double tap faster with.

Well, you guys really make this an easy decision.

Not.

[EdBrownie]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8a_n3phvb4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysa50-plo48

Hey bro,

I know that IPSC, and things like that are completely not what your into. but if you watch these competitors in competitions - the most advanced shooters and competition levels all involve Single Action pistols - the 1911 (or the 2011).

Just buy a 1911 man. you know you want one.

[Rob360]

Great vids. Yeah, that does kinda make me want one.

[BunnySlayer]

That's just your opinion dude.

Of coarse it's just my opinion. Thats what forums are for. In fact thats what he was asking for, an opinion. Dude.

[Texwanders]

They are, (duh ) different guns, designed decades apart.

The Sig was designed by...umm, we don't really know who designed it, probably a committee of talented engineers who worked for Sig. It is a gun that was intended for threat management, and to answer the concern about Condition One carry of the 1911 - which some administrative types find objectionable. It is a well designed and well made pistol. Compared to carrying a 1911 with an empty chamber, it is faster to bring into action, when it is carried in a decocked condition. The ergonomics are nice, and it is easy to transition from revolver to the Sig DA/SA action.

The 1911 was designed by one of the greatest mechanical geniuses who ever lived, John Browning. By that point in his career he was already very successful, and no doubt had much help in making the actual designs and prototypes, but everyone acknowledges that it's his design. It was, as one collector put it, designed as an uncompromising close quarter battle implement, to save its owner's life in life and death situations. It was designed with excellent ergonomics, long before anyone ever coined the word. It was designed for guys who would later say things like, "...if it wasn't dangerous ma'am, I wouldn't be carrying it...".

1911's have their quirks - partly because the patents have long expired, and many folks make them now. When well made, they are as reliable as anything else out there. I have never found anything as accurate in rapid fire. In .45 ACP, they can reliably hold 8+1 shots. In 10mm, they can hold 9+1 shots, and go head to head with the .357 magnum in power. 98 years after its birth, it is not obsolete.

The Sig is a very nice pistol, but I collect 1911's.

[snaggletooth]

Very well said. Honestly you can't really go wrong with either. I say you go with what you feel is best in your hands. Maybe later down the line, you will pick up the other gun. Feel for what is natural to you. Both guns are carried by Texas DPS, so its good to go there.

[EdBrownie]

Of coarse it's just my opinion. Thats what forums are for. In fact thats what he was asking for, an opinion. Dude.

Easy . First I want to say that I respect your posts and contributions - it sounds like your an experienced shooter with excellent contributions.

When I first read what I thought you categorized people that use 1911s have them exclusively as a hobby.

I just felt that there are many people who use 1911s for more than just a hobby (take LAPD swat, or the SIS for example, as well as other civilians who carry 1911s and depend their lives on it).

I must also say that you post has a lot of truth to it as well - 1911s are definetely a hobby for me and probably all 1911 owners.

One thing I want to mention - again this just MY opionion -
1. the 1911 is both form and function.
2. the sig is function only.

The post I pictured is an example of a beautiful gun - also a very expensive gun - but is one hell of damn good shooter that I believe would outperform a Sig P 226. Just my opinion.

Peace - I'm out. Good luck with your decision.

[BunnySlayer]

Easy . First I want to say that I respect your posts and contributions - it sounds like your an experienced shooter with excellent contributions.

When I first read what I thought you categorized people that use 1911s have them exclusively as a hobby.

No, not just a hobby. Perfectly functional in any role! I just meant they're addicting! Just ask me I put gunsmiths kids through college feeding my addiction.