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SIG-Sauer P229

1993 MODERN SPECIAL FORCES

History

The SIG P229 model semi-automatic pistol was developed from the existing P228 series, but with law enforcement and security personnel in mind. Therefore, it is made for concealed carry as it is likely to be quickly removed from a holster located somewhere on the wearer's body. Qian Bin is here. 40 S&W and stainless steel slides (CNC machined) for working parts and barrel. The aiming function has high contrast for quick targeting.

The base version offers a double-action (DA)/single-action (SA) trigger assembly, with various other options in other SIG models eventually being introduced to the P229. timely,. 22LR, 9mm and . support 357 S&W chambers. The service was launched in the early 1990s.

The P229 has been adopted by countries such as Bangladesh, Canada, Germany, Greece, Pakistan, Sweden, Turkey, the UK and the US - mainly in the special forces and police/security fields. Given its demanding clientele and strict role with the weapon, it performs admirably in use.

Specification

Roles

- Stealth

- Close Combat (CQB) / Personal Protection

- Sidearms

Dimensions

Total length:

180 mm (7.09 in)

Run Length:

98 mm (3.86 in)

Weight (not loaded):

1.91 lb (0.87 kg)

Attractions:

Front and rear iron

Performance

Action:

semi-auto; short recoil

Muzzle velocity:

1,150 ft/s (351 m/s)

Rate of fire:

45 rounds per minute

Valid range:

82 ft (25 m; 27 yd)

Changes

P229 - Base Series Names

P229 Equinox - Two-tone nitro stainless steel slide with accents.

P229 DAK - DHS/USCG model.

P229 Elite Stainless Steel - Ergonomic beavertail handle; Ribbing on front; Front clamping teeth; Custom wood handle.

P229 SAS Gen 2 New foil design; melt processing on frame/slide; SRT trigger system; one-piece polymer handle.

P229 Enhanced Elite - Reduced Range Modular Grip

P229 Extreme - Special Edition Shooter

P229 Scorpion - Finished "Flat Dark Earth"; Ergonomic Beaver Tail Handle; SRT Trigger; Front Raised Prongs; Front Check.

P229 Scorpion TB - Similar to Scorpion base, with SIGLITE night vision goggles and other minor changes including threaded barrel mount.

P229 Combat - Military standard in "Flat Dark Earth" finish; alloy frame; stainless steel sliders (nitron); phosphated internals and controls; hard chrome plated barrel; corrosion resistant.