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Trigger Definitions: Take-Up, Creep, Break, Overtravel, Reset, etc.

Trigger Definitions: Take-Up, Creep, Break, Overtravel, Reset, etc.

April 8, 2016 Articles

When talking about handgun trigger movements, it's sometimes hard to keep all the terms and definitions straight. I'll often see questions like "what's the difference between take-up and creep?" So this quick-reference article will help you ...

What’s this gun worth? The Five Cs of Gun Pricing

What’s this gun worth? The Five Cs of Gun Pricing

April 6, 2016 Articles

It's a question I see all the time in forums and Facebook groups: How much is this gun worth? Whether you're a prospective seller wanting to know what you're likely to get for it, a potential buyer wanting to know what's a fair price to pay, or an ...

Is my “Made in Germany” (or West Germany) SIG Really German?

Is my “Made in Germany” (or West Germany) SIG Really German?

March 17, 2016 Articles

Often, in firearms-related forums and social media groups like the SIG Sauer Legion Facebook group, I'll see the terms "West German SIG" and "German SIG" used interchangeably. I'll also see guns referred to as "German-made" when that might not ...

SIG Sauer Proof Marks and Date Codes

SIG Sauer Proof Marks and Date Codes

March 17, 2016 Articles

If you've heard someone mention proof marks or date codes when discussing a SIG Sauer pistol, but weren't quite sure what those were, then the goal of this article is to bring you up to speed. And even if you're already familiar with proof ...

SIG Sauer P226 Upgrades Video Series

SIG Sauer P226 Upgrades Video Series

March 3, 2016 Gun Mods

If you're considering upgrading a SIG Sauer P226, then have we got a video series for you. Inspired by the upgraded components on the SIG P226 Legion, this 10-part series demonstrates takes a totally stock West German P226 and shows how to easily ...

Pre-Purchase Evaluation of a Used SIG Sauer P226

Pre-Purchase Evaluation of a Used SIG Sauer P226

February 28, 2016 Tips & Tricks

If you're shopping for a used SIG Sauer pistol, especially a classic P-Series, this video has some helpful tips on what to look for so you get a good deal and end up with the type of gun you're looking for.

There’s NO Trigger in a Short Reset Trigger Kit

There’s NO Trigger in a Short Reset Trigger Kit

February 20, 2016 Articles

If you're the owner of a SIG Sauer P226, P220, P229, or other any other P-Series pistol, you've probably heard someone mention the SRT or say the words "Short Reset Trigger." Technically, however, there's no such thing as a "short reset trigger." ...

Get a Grip: Which Grips Should I Put on my SIG Sauer P226?

Get a Grip: Which Grips Should I Put on my SIG Sauer P226?

February 14, 2016 Accessories

As an admin of the SIG Sauer Fans and SIG Sauer Legion Owners groups on Facebook, I often see many of the same questions asked by new SIG owners. One of the most common questions is: "Which grips should I put on my SIG Sauer P226 (or P220, P227, ...

A Brief History of the SIG Sauer P226 Blackwater and 1911 Blackwater

A Brief History of the SIG Sauer P226 Blackwater and 1911 Blackwater

February 11, 2016 Articles

If you're a fan of SIG Sauer pistols, you've probably heard of the SIG P226 Blackwater, SIG P226 Blackwater Tactical, or the SIG 1911 Blackwater. This article presents a brief history of how the Blackwater Edition SIGs came to be, discusses the ...

Why you can’t use Original West German P226 Grips with a Looped Trigger Bar Spring

Why you can’t use Original West German P226 Grips with a Looped Trigger Bar Spring

February 10, 2016 Articles

Recently, in the SIG Sauer Fans Facebook Group, we had a discussion about grips and trigger bar springs on the original classic West German SIG Sauer P226. So I thought it might be helpful to explain exactly why you can't use the original plastic ...

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