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The first question is what the department will allow you to carry. Do not buy a pistol until you are sure of this, or you might end up buying two pistols (not really a downside if you can afford it). Do you know yet which department you are going to work for? Do they issue duty firearms? What are the policies on carry for the departments you are most likely to work for?

The second question is if you qualify yet for the law enforcement discount programs. Sig has a rebate of $100 per firearm that officers buy, while Glock has a significant discount program on the original purchase price. Glocks, new are about $440 with night sites for officer purchase. Many times, the cost of purchasing all of your gear will put enough of a dent in the cash flow to make the cost the determining factor.

And the final question is which feels better in your hand. If you can carry either, and can afford either, then it become a matter of personal preference. They are both quality firearms that will go bang every time the trigger is pulled when they are loaded. The Glock is a little simpler to maintain, but neither one is a bad choice.


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