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NiMexicatl wrote:

XinTX wrote:I realize it's not impossible to CC a P226. But 90 - 95% of us couldn't do so easily. Just trying to point out that you shouldn't overlook the P229. Same awesomeness is a smaller package.

I definitely get that it's not for everyone, but I think people qtend to jump to that conclusion a litte too quickly. I'm not a very big guy and I wear a lot of fitted clothing. I decided to go for it and I really didn't understand what the fuss was about. I really think the 90+% exemption is really the result of people believing they cant do it or do it comfortably. Sure some just can't realistically make it work, but some people just go into it with the wrong mentality.

Also the p229 is a good gun and you're right, it shouldn't be overlooked.

If all I'm doing is walking around and standing, I could probably do it. It's when I have to get in and out of the car (convertible that sits real low) is when it becomes a big issue. But thankfully, I have other options.

That said, the P226 is an excellent piece, as is the P229. Put an SRT kit in it (it's a simple job, and Top Gun Supply will usually have the bits) and it helps the reset. Several YouTube videos will walk you through it step by step. Some in so much detail they will cure even the worst insomnia.

I realize it's not impossible to CC a P226. But 90 - 95% of us couldn't do so easily. Just trying to point out that you shouldn't overlook the P229. Same awesomeness is a smaller package.

P226 is an awesome pistol. But don't count out it's little brother the P229. Both are great in 9mm, but shine in .40. And the P229 really shines in 357 SIG. The P226 is a full size pistol (like a G17) where the P229 is akin to the G19. As others have said, the P226 isn't a CCW, but you might be able to carry the P229. You can get either in 40/357 and convert it (via an aftermarket conversion barrel, or a SIG caliber exchange kit) to shoot 9mm. If you get a 9mm, you can't get a conversion barrel, but can get a SIG exchange kit (new slide, barrel, magazine, etc.). If you go with a P229 in 40 or 357, you can find a P228 'parts kit' pretty cheap. Those have the 9mm slide, barrel, and other parts. Best thing about having a separate 9mm slide is that with the SIG, the sight sets are different between the 9mm and the 40/357. So if you just use a conversion barrel, you may have to adjust your aim a bit.

But both are awesome pistols.