Sig P229 Vs Glock 19 - Glock or Sig Sauer? This question has plagued the minds of many military users, police, and forum posters for at least two decades. I used to debate whether I preferred a Glock or a Sig while messing around with mustaches and aviators in the 80's with Walkman tape recorders.
Honestly, the question isn't even fair in the context most people put it. The way many people make the question is that they are two similar platforms that seem to be of equal value. They are not. In fact, there is about a $350 price difference between the two platforms. One is polymer and one is metal. One strikes, the other hammers. One is fine and the other looks like... well, well, I'll leave that up to you. Regardless, Glock and Sig are two of the most popular handgun brands out there
Sig P229 Vs Glock 19
Interest in concealed carry has increased this year, particularly because of the 9th Circuit's Peruta decision, which put California on the hook. It was a major decision for the Golden State, and some finally had the ability to carry concealed make them think gold and shell out money for the latest and greatest compact handgun. One of the hottest selling compact pistols this year is the Glock 19 Gen 4. Although the Gen 4 has been around for a few years, people have been reluctant to buy it in 2012 due to FTF issues. tested with the first models. Now that Glock has fixed these issues, Gen 4 Glocks are flying off the shelves and stores are scrambling to keep them in stock. Another compact handgun that has gained popularity in the last couple of years is the lesser-known Sig Sauer M11-A1, the company's flagship Glock handgun.
Glock 19 Gen 4 Vs. Sig Sauer M11 A1
So I thought, "What better comparison test than between a Glock and a Sig of equal caliber and size?" And we're talking about a compact ride, and that belt doesn't have enough room for two of them.
If you want a compact 9mm that will work every time you pull the trigger, stop reading here and buy a Glock 19.
Now, it's not immediately clear that the Glock 19 is the winner or loser in this comparison (depending on how you interpret my opening statement). This is not the case. The Glock has a few drawbacks, but if you're alone in a cabin in the woods and have a gun table you don't recognize, then a Glock 19, you'd be a fool not to choose the Glock. I've shot Glocks so many times I don't even remember what they look like. Dating is second nature to a good thing, and it's a habit many people have.
4 Glock improves on classic Glock stability by including interchangeable backstraps and grips to fit your hand size and preference. Some people don't like the "blocky" Glock grip, but my long fingers don't argue with that. If you're new to Glocks, you may want to go to your gun shop and hold it to see how it feels in your hand. Plus, you should rent one from the range to see how you shoot with it. For some people, the Glock is uncomfortable to hold and therefore loses accuracy. However, the Gen 4 grip feels slimmer and more comfortable than the classic Glock block. Ergonomics should be the first consideration when looking at CCW gun options, as it affects both draw time and accuracy.
Sig P229 Legion Or 9mm, 3.9\
The overall length of the Glock 19 is 7 inches from the tip of the barrel to the farthest point from the pistol. Top to bottom (mag included) 4.8 inches. The gun comes in 1 inch wide. And according to Glock's website, the gun weighs 23.65 ounces, 30.18 ounces loaded. The Glock is lighter than the Sig M11 due to the polymer frame, but I think the difference seems small, and to me it's not noticeable when on target. Weight is a big deal with extended CCW carry, and the huge difference in weight should be noted when deciding between the two guns.
The Glock 19 performed well at the range and I was able to achieve accuracy with the 9mm pistol. The unique white eye markings on the Glock certainly help, and I'm a big fan of them. While I'm not the most practiced shooter in the shooting community, I know what a good and bad group is, and the Glock 19 didn't disappoint me. Glocks aren't the most accurate guns money can buy, but they are as accurate as any CCW gun. With a cold shot I put a hole dead center in the forehead. A gun can certainly hit anywhere, but it is in the hands of the shooter that it can be used to its full potential. The groups on the Glock 19 were not as tight as my M11, but there was no practical difference that I could notice.
The striker design on the Glock provides a rougher trigger than the Sig. Even the Sig's double-action trigger takes the cake for parity over the Glock. However, the trigger on the Glock is not heavy, and it works well for me. One thing people never talk about is the Glock trigger. It's small, and I feel so small. This allows better control when shooting and compensates for the lack of a "refined" trigger mechanism. With the Glock, I felt like I was pulling the trigger...I don't know how to describe it, every time I fired the gun, I had a lot of control over it. I never fired the gun (a common problem with double action triggers). Again, this will vary depending on your hand size, but my hands really like the Glock.
With this review conducted in California, I had to use a 10 round magazine in the rifle as shown above. Yes, I can hear the neighbors in Arizona squealing and laughing, but hey, how's that beach? Anyway, the 10-round magazine rule is a joke, and I could do without it, but for all practical purposes, looking at the range won't affect them (minus the weight issue). In a real life situation, more judges would be better.
Sig Sauer P365xl Tacpac 9mm Luger 3.7in Blackened Steel Pistol
Besides holding 10 rounds, 10 round Glock mags also suffer from reliability issues. Yes, it's true, Glocks can have reliability issues. The gun itself is not unreliable, but the 10 round mag is. Users can sometimes fail to feed, which is not good in a real-life CCW situation. While I don't have a problem with them, others do. There are ways around this problem by replacing the springs, but it's something to consider if you're choosing a Glock 19 for CCW in California.
The Glock 19 is a compact CCW pistol, a solid choice for the duty pistol or target shooter. The Gen 4 improves on the Gen 3 Glocks with ultra-comfortable backstraps and a dual purge spring. It's hard to go wrong with a Glock, love how it sits in your hand and if you're in California be sure to check out the magazine.
Yes, the Sig Sauer M11-A1 is my favorite pistol and daily carry. I'm a little hesitant, as you may know from my personal observation of this gun...although the Glock is practically just as good a gun. But the question remains: Is the Sig worth the extra $350?
The first thing you'll notice when you pick up the M11 is how comfortable and balanced it is. All my M11 commenters, and folks on the Sig forum, note this as well. This positive response is a good indicator of a gun with universally comfortable ergonomics and weight. But like the Glock, some people with small hands may not like how it sits in the palm. The classic Sig grips are a bit fatter than the new E2 grips, don't worry because you can buy E2 grips for the M2 and replace the original ones. Sigs are known for their classic ergonomics, and most people will be happy with them.
Black Scorpion Gear Sig Sauer P365 Xl Pro Idpa Competition Holster
The overall length of the Sig M11 (at the end of the covertail) is 7 inches. 5 inches from top to bottom with magazine. And the width
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