SIG P226 SAO Legion - 1st Hundred

Published on April 20, 2016
Duration: 22:47

This comprehensive review by Justin Opinion details the first 100+ rounds through the SIG Sauer P226 SAO Legion. Opinion, a highly experienced firearms reviewer, highlights the pistol's exceptional out-of-the-box reliability, superb trigger quality with a short reset, and comfortable ergonomics. The review covers unboxing, initial impressions, and performance during competitive shooting events like IDPA and Steel Challenge, concluding it's one of the finest SIG Sauer pistols he has encountered.

Quick Summary

The SIG Sauer P226 SAO Legion is highly praised for its out-of-the-box reliability and exceptional trigger quality, featuring a short reset of approximately 1/16 inch. Tested over 400 rounds in competitive settings, it demonstrated flawless performance, with SIG Sauer Elite Performance ammunition yielding the tightest groups.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Visual Teaser
  2. 01:02Unboxing and Box Contents
  3. 03:00Initial Impressions and Trigger Demo
  4. 06:10Competition Testing: IDPA Match
  5. 09:01Extended Testing: Steel Challenge
  6. 11:10Technical Features and Upgrades
  7. 15:15Accuracy and Ammo Testing
  8. 18:18Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the SIG Sauer P226 SAO Legion?

The SIG Sauer P226 SAO Legion boasts a Legion Gray PVD finish, custom G10 grips with a Legion Medallion, X-Ray3 Day/Night Sights, and a Master Shop flat trigger with an exceptionally short reset of about 1/16 inch.

How reliable is the SIG Sauer P226 SAO Legion out of the box?

According to Justin Opinion's testing, the P226 SAO Legion proved highly reliable, functioning flawlessly through over 400 rounds in various conditions during IDPA and Steel Challenge matches without a single malfunction.

What ammunition performed best in the SIG P226 SAO Legion test?

During accuracy testing at 10 yards, SIG Sauer Elite Performance 115gr FMJ ammunition produced tighter groups compared to Remington UMC 115gr, suggesting the pistol may be optimized for SIG's own premium loads.

What accessories are included with the SIG P226 SAO Legion?

The P226 SAO Legion comes in a standard SIG case containing a Legion sticker, owner's manual, registration brochure, gun lock, a sample of Lucas Oil gun oil, and three magazines.

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