Sig p226 MK25 Navy Seals: First Impression!

[nikki#2]

What did the gun smith mean by the spring was "turned down"? I'm confused how the rust happened.

Good question... Don't know. I do know that the LVL 1 Support Rep I spoke with told me that MK25's springs were not coated in anything special (and he put me on hold to check).

"... And honestly i wouldn't bother with gray guns, I wasn't to impressed with them..."

Can you be more specific... Did their spring kit lower the DA & SA trigger pull significantly? I took this from their site:

"Suitable for range-only and competition pistols, the kit reduces DA and SA pull weights and stacking in both modes to the maximum degree possible in factory-stock actions consistent with reliable operation."

"..... mind sharing the initials of the person who worked on your gun?"

Gunsmith Name: RBARTON

[Sturnovik]

"Suitable for range-only and competition pistols, the kit reduces DA and SA pull weights and stacking in both modes to the maximum degree possible in factory-stock actions consistent with reliable operation."



He's good with HK's and the SIG work is good, but honestly for what you'll get out of the gun (this ISNT a target pistol), its not going to be much better if at all from the factory setup you just got. The DA can be lightened but I wouldn't go that far. I handled a few of them and said they were decent but I wouldn't pay what they cost for that. Its still a DA/SA pistol and the DA pull is always going to be longer than a Glock style trigger etc....

Practice with your stock trigger (although its been enhanced from the factory) and you can keep your warranty!

And glad they got your package back to you in good condition.

[jpm804]

Nice to see the OP's issue has been resolved by sig....Nikki - that gun looks great with the rosewood grip, I was never a wood grip person but that looks perfect.

Have fun finally getting to shot it.

[huntndog]

To install the complete GG kit, you'll have to remove the slide roll pin and it can be a real %$#@ to get out on a new gun.
Make sure to use the proper punch so you don't scratch your slide. Consider an intermediate step of installing a 17lb Wolff reduced-power mainspring
(one of the springs in the GG kit. I think factory is 21Lb). It will reduce the DA/SA pull some... only you can determine if it's enough. $5 + 2 minute install.


Great looking Sig. Enjoy!

[SIGSHOOTR]

Glad to hear you and your SIG were made whole. I have a couple of questions regarding your post: 1) The Action Enhancement Package: I chose not to do this to my Navy because the SIG CR told me that they would have to polish off the phosphate coating to perform this service. 2) SRT: I did have this done because the SRT (short reset trigger) internal parts they used are phosphate coated. When you are talking about 'SRT', are you referring to the Short Reset Trigger or the Short Reach Trigger? The short reach trigger is NOT phosphate coated. (FYI: I have a 2010 production Navy--which did come with phosphate coated internals, SigLite night sights, short reach trigger and 3 phosphate coated 15-round SIG mags). In any case, great looking gun and congrats!

UPDATE: I’ve been out of town all week, so the MK25 has been eagerly awaiting my return…

As agreed, the Sig Custom Shop performed two services: 1) Full Service Package (detailed stripping and complete cleaning of the pistol.
Professional safety inspection of critical components, replacement of springs and any needed small parts. Lubrication to factory standards, reassembly and function testing)
and 2) Action Enhancement Package (hone and polish critical surfaces to lighten and smooth both the DA and SA trigger pulls taking your SIG SAUER to the next level
without voiding the factory warranty.) I chose not to include the SRT, as it would have replaced phosphorus-coated internal components, plus the MK25 will not be my IDPA/USPSA competition gun.

I opened the FEDEX package and stripped the gun, which brought the smile and warm sense of satisfaction that I had anticipated weeks ago. The mainspring had been replaced
and liberal amounts of grease and oil indicated that the gun had been thoroughly gone through. This is exactly how a man should feel after dropping $1K on a quality handgun.

According to the Gunsmith’s comments; “The main spring was rusted because it had been turned down, removing the protective coating.”

Racking the slide conveys a true sense of Quality: Tight & Smooth. I dropped in some snap caps and dry-fired a good portion of the evening, confirming that the SA and DA pulls are very smooth...
However not as light as I prefer on a range gun, so a Grayguns competition spring kit will soon be on order to address this. Lastly, the original grips were replaced with a set of Elite rosewood grips.
I have to say, these grips fit my large hands as beautifully as they look.

I think my MK25 is finally ready for it's first range session! Thanks for all the comments and suggestions!

[InGrAM]

That thing almost looks to good to shoot. I think I know why I have been on a used handgun buying spree lately

Looks good.

[jeffrice6]

Glad Sig did you right!

[Moto4Fun]

I have a couple questions similar to SGSHOOTR above:
-Your intended purpose of the gun seems mixed. Do you want a smooth light trigger for use in competition and range, or a durable corrosion resistant carry piece?

-Why choose the model with phosphated internals, then have the trigger action polished/honed?

I had a p220 combat which I wanted for the looks. I won't deny it, it was purely the look that I liked. It was apparent to me that the phosphated internals was a bit gimmicky and in fact seemed to make the trigger less smooth. By the time you give it the 1000 rnd trigger job, or have it worked on; the phosphate coating is gone from those wear areas anyway.

I am not bagging on the OP. I would like a p226 that commemorates the SEALs, and has an Anchor on the slide. But I would just as soon have it with the standard non-phosphated internals.

[dem0critus]

Those rosewood grips look slick as hell I need to pick up a set soon. Glad they took care of you on that.

[FCOD]

Glad to see that everything was made right and am truly jealous of those last pictures. I just bought a Sig P226 Navy this afternoon from a local dealer (mostly on a trade) and I am really excited to get it. I was torn between the Navy and the BTFO version and I settled on the Navy because it came at the right price and because I wasn't so much a fan of the forward cocking serrations that were on the other model.

I will check the internals and mainspring when I get it, but to me the claim that the spring was turned too much thus exposing raw metal does seem legitimate and I am confident that my Sig will be worth everything I paid for it.

[thmpr]

Would you trade a NSW version for a MK25 version?

[nick]

Wait, is that rust on the hammer?

[SIGSHOOTR]

Would you trade a NSW version for a MK25 version?

Not sure if you are asking the OP if he would trade you his MK25 for your NSW or you're just asking whether we would trade an NSW for a new MK25-- If you're asking the latter: IMO, HELL NO. I would hold onto that NSW-- especially if you have one of the low serial #s.

[thmpr]

Not sure if you are asking the OP if he would trade you his MK25 for your NSW or you're just asking whether we would trade an NSW for a new MK25-- If you're asking the latter: IMO, HELL NO. I would hold onto that NSW-- especially if you have one of the low serial #s.

The latter...=0)

[gorenut]

J

I have a couple questions similar to SGSHOOTR above:
-Your intended purpose of the gun seems mixed. Do you want a smooth light trigger for use in competition and range, or a durable corrosion resistant carry piece?

-Why choose the model with phosphated internals, then have the trigger action polished/honed?

I had a p220 combat which I wanted for the looks. I won't deny it, it was purely the look that I liked. It was apparent to me that the phosphated internals was a bit gimmicky and in fact seemed to make the trigger less smooth. By the time you give it the 1000 rnd trigger job, or have it worked on; the phosphate coating is gone from those wear areas anyway.

I am not bagging on the OP. I would like a p226 that commemorates the SEALs, and has an Anchor on the slide. But I would just as soon have it with the standard non-phosphated internals.

I was actually wondering the same thing. Goes for the weather resistant gun, but gets wood grips too. No offense meant to the OP as I think the gun looks great, but it seems like you could have spent less for better range performance.

I'm definitely glad things worked out though.