Is the Sig P320 Drop Safe? (The Latest Developments) - TheFireArmGuy

Published on August 8, 2017
Duration: 4:37

This video investigates the drop safety of the Sig Sauer P320 pistol, prompted by a recall by the Dallas Police Department. While Sig Sauer asserts the P320 is safe and cites zero reported drop-related incidents in the commercial market, the video highlights a warning in the owner's manual stating the pistol may fire if dropped. Extensive testing by Omaha Outdoors revealed that certain P320 models did fire when dropped at a specific angle, while the P320 X5 model did not, potentially due to its lighter trigger weight.

Quick Summary

The Sig Sauer P320 has faced scrutiny regarding its drop safety, with the Dallas Police Department recalling the firearm due to instances of it firing when dropped. While Sig Sauer maintains the pistol's safety and cites no commercial drop-related incidents, the owner's manual warns of potential discharge if dropped. Testing by Omaha Outdoors revealed specific drop angles that could cause discharge in some P320 models, but not the P320 X5.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Sig P320 Safety Concerns
  2. 00:14P320 Adoption and Initial Reception
  3. 00:46Dallas Police Department Recall
  4. 01:23Sig Sauer's Official Statement
  5. 02:09Owner's Manual Warning
  6. 03:03Omaha Outdoors Drop Testing
  7. 03:37P320 X5 Drop Test Results
  8. 04:05Future Developments and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the Dallas Police Department recall the Sig Sauer P320?

The Dallas Police Department recalled the Sig Sauer P320 as their duty firearm because they stated it was not drop safe and had fired upon being dropped. This led to officers being unable to carry the P320 until Sig Sauer addressed the issue.

What is Sig Sauer's official stance on the P320's drop safety?

Sig Sauer has stated they have full confidence in the P320's reliability, durability, and safety. They claim there have been zero reported drop-related P320 incidents in the US commercial market, despite hundreds of thousands of guns being delivered.

Does the Sig P320 owner's manual mention drop safety?

Yes, the Sig Sauer P320 owner's manual includes a warning on page 25 stating, 'If dropped the pistol May Fire. Keep the chamber empty unless actually firing.' This is a common legal disclaimer for many firearms.

What were the results of the Omaha Outdoors drop testing on the P320?

Omaha Outdoors found that while standard flat or angled drops did not cause the P320 to fire, dropping it at a specific angle where it impacted the ground in a particular way caused several P320 models to discharge. The P320 X5 model, however, did not fire under any of these conditions.

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