Is The Sig P320 Really Drop Safe?

Published on September 17, 2025
Duration: 16:10

This review tests the drop safety of five Sig P320 models using primed casings. Despite over 100 drops, including extreme throws from a school bus, no discharges were confirmed. A single discharge occurred during a manual wiggle test on an XC9, but could not be replicated and might have been user error. The host notes the lack of a trigger safety as a potential concern.

Quick Summary

The Sig P320 passed over 100 drop tests, including extreme impacts, using primed brass casings for safety. A single unconfirmed discharge during a manual wiggle test could not be replicated. The reviewer noted the lack of a trigger safety as a potential concern.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Is The Sig P320 Drop Safe?
  2. 01:02Reviewer Bias & Funding
  3. 02:00Safe Drop Test Methodology
  4. 03:59Sig M17 Drop Test Results
  5. 08:03P320 XC9 Wiggle Test Issue
  6. 11:38Extreme Drop Testing (School Bus)
  7. 14:33Final Conclusions & Safety Concerns

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the Sig P320 pass the drop tests conducted by Honest Outlaw?

Yes, after over 100 drops across five different P320 models, including extreme tests from a school bus, no confirmed discharges occurred. A single potential discharge during a manual wiggle test could not be replicated.

What methodology was used to test the Sig P320's drop safety?

The tests used primed 9mm brass casings without bullets or powder. This allowed for safe confirmation of striker release ('pop') without the danger of live ammunition during drops.

Were there any instances of the Sig P320 discharging during the drop tests?

No confirmed discharges occurred during the actual drop tests. One potential discharge happened during a manual 'wiggle test' on an XC9, but the reviewer was unsure if his finger caused it and couldn't replicate it.

What are the reviewer's final thoughts on the Sig P320's drop safety?

While the tested units passed, the reviewer noted the lack of a trigger safety and suggested that manufacturing tolerances could still lead to rare issues. He emphasized the importance of firearm safety regardless of test results.

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