My New Must-Have: Sig Legion P226 SAO

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    beretta_maven

    beretta_maven

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    jjsat said:
    I agree. I have a 226 DA/SA because I wanted it to be more than just a range gun. And I just love the wickedly short reset!
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    If I were to use the P226 for a carry piece, I would also go with the DA/SA trigger. But the 226 is just too large for me to carry so mine is strictly a range gun. I also have the P229 Legion on order, and it is a little better suited for carrying and it only comes in DA/SA.

    Oh, and you are so right regarding the wickedness of the reset on the Legion...it is actually sinful!
     
    AssMan

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    So I have an MK25 with an SRT trigger. Gun is flipping awesome! :party29: As such, I'm looking at purchasing either a 226 TACOPS (TB) or one of these Legions. Anyone have experience with both the TACOPS and the Legion?
     
    AssMan

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    Fondled a DA/SA Legion at the Green Tops today. Love the front sight and grips. Trigger is spectacular, but had trouble noticing significant improvements over the SRT in my MK25 - would have to compare them back to back. Decisions, decisions.
     
    fidelity

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    Ski169

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    Well, due to this thread, I ended up bringing one of these bad boys home. Funny thing is, I wasn't looking for one or really even interested after reading mixed reviews of finish wear and the rail not being 1913 spec. I actually went to make an offer on a consignment AAC 300blk upper.

    Anyway, agree with others about the rail. I don't think this one is getting a light though. And the safety is a little wide but I have yet to determine if this will be a problem for me. The SAO trigger is fantastic. Nice pull and very short reset. The grip is much nicer than an older 226 I used to have years ago as well as my pre E2 229 I still have.

    Overall, the worst part about this pistol is that I don't have any ammo for it as I haven't had any 9mm pistols for a decade or longer. It almost seems too nice to shoot but I couldn't let that happen. Time to shop for some ammo and see if this lives up to the hype (I'm sure it will).

    Damn this hobby!
     

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    AssMan

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    Ski169 said:
    Well, due to this thread, I ended up bringing one of these bad boys home. Funny thing is, I wasn't looking for one or really even interested after reading mixed reviews of finish wear and the rail not being 1913 spec. I actually went to make an offer on a consignment AAC 300blk upper.



    Anyway, agree with others about the rail. I don't think this one is getting a light though. And the safety is a little wide but I have yet to determine if this will be a problem for me. The SAO trigger is fantastic. Nice pull and very short reset. The grip is much nicer than an older 226 I used to have years ago as well as my pre E2 229 I still have.



    Overall, the worst part about this pistol is that I don't have any ammo for it as I haven't had any 9mm pistols for a decade or longer. It almost seems too nice to shoot but I couldn't let that happen. Time to shop for some ammo and see if this lives up to the hype (I'm sure it will).



    Damn this hobby!
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    Nice pickup

    My LGS had a 226 SAO and a 229 in stock today. Trying to decide what to sell to acquire them. Already sold my G21. Have a couple of AR's and one or two pistols to sell still.
     
    Ski169

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    fidelity said:
    Hey guy, congrats on the new gun! Tried to send you a PM (but it says you don't receive them), so in brief, it may be a good idea to obscure part of your pic better. Hope you see this.
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    I think I know what you're referring to. Noted.
     
    Ski169

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    fidelity said:
    Good, wouldn't want someone to get your swag. Assume you've registered then.

    Sent from my Nexus 5X using Tapatalk
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    Yes Sir! Just before closing time. Kind of challenging living in mountain time sometimes.
     
    lkrose78

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    Ski169 said:
    ...And the safety is a little wide but I have yet to determine if this will be a problem for me. The SAO trigger is fantastic. Nice pull and very short reset. The grip is much nicer than an older 226 I used to have years ago as well as my pre E2 229 I still have...Damn this hobby!
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    Congrats! I've had mine on order since late December, can't wait pickup day!
     
    Ski169

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    lkrose78 said:
    Congrats! I've had mine on order since late December, can't wait pickup day!
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    The waiting is the hardest part. I just saw this on the shelf and brought it home. So it was a little easier for me. I hate the anticipation. But I think it will be worth it when you finally take it home.
     
    Ski169

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    Okay, so what magazines do you Legion owners recommend? It comes with US made magazines. I was used to MecGar mags made in Italy. So these are new to me. There is a considerable price difference between the Sig US made and MecGar Italian. I wouldn't mind spending the extra cash on the US mags if they're worth it. But are they?
     
    lkrose78

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    Ski169 said:
    The waiting is the hardest part. I just saw this on the shelf and brought it home. So it was a little easier for me. I hate the anticipation. But I think it will be worth it when you finally take it home.
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    I couldn't find one in stock anywhere, had to special order! Great price though!! Thanks JLowe!!!

    Ski169 said:
    Okay, so what magazines do you Legion owners recommend? It comes with US made magazines. I was used to MecGar mags made in Italy. So these are new to me. There is a considerable price difference between the Sig US made and MecGar Italian. I wouldn't mind spending the extra cash on the US mags if they're worth it. But are they?
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    I picked up 4 MecGar 15rnd mags at the Gun Show...very nice!
     
    Ski169

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    I picked up 4 MecGar 18rnd mags at the Gun Show...very nice![/QUOTE]

    No offense but this made me laugh. I really shouldn't though. You have mags for a pistol that hasn't shown up yet and I bought a pistol I don't have ammo for.

    Your choice in mags seems to be what everyone else is using. The US made mags seem to get mixed reviews. But they're $40+ when I can order 15rnd MecGars for $20. Even the Legion website is selling them for $44. Crazy.
     
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