SIG Sauer Family Feud - .45 ACP Slug-fest!

Published on September 12, 2015
Duration: 35:10

This video provides an in-depth comparison of three SIG Sauer pistols chambered in .45 ACP: the P220, P227, and P320. The presenter, Justin Opinion, offers detailed insights into their specifications, accuracy testing results with various ammunition types, and subjective shooting experiences. He highlights the P320's superior trigger and ergonomics, while acknowledging the classic status of the P220 and the P227's blend of capacity and familiar design.

Quick Summary

The SIG Sauer P320 in .45 ACP stands out with its excellent trigger, light pull, short reset, and consistent feel, making it ideal for rapid follow-up shots. While the P220 and P227 are reliable classics, the P320's modern ergonomics and superior trigger system make it the preferred choice for many shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Man Card Suspension
  2. 04:05Pistol Comparison Setup
  3. 06:03SIG Sauer P220 Details
  4. 06:23SIG Sauer P227 Details
  5. 06:58SIG Sauer P320 Details
  6. 08:09Ammunition Variety
  7. 09:22P220 Shooting & Accuracy
  8. 10:25P227 Shooting & Accuracy
  9. 12:10P320 Shooting & Accuracy
  10. 13:13Technical Specifications Comparison
  11. 16:12Accuracy Testing Methodology
  12. 17:23P220 Accuracy Results
  13. 18:07P227 Accuracy Results
  14. 19:04P320 Accuracy Results
  15. 20:22Ammunition Performance Insights
  16. 20:50Hollow Point & Semi-Wadcutter Test
  17. 21:43P220 HP & SWC Test
  18. 22:42P227 HP & SWC Test
  19. 23:43P320 HP & SWC Test
  20. 25:25Challenging Round Feeding Results
  21. 25:58Overall Observations & P320 Trigger
  22. 26:37DA/SA vs Striker Triggers
  23. 30:25Final Comparison & Winner Selection
  24. 31:36P320 Trigger & Ergonomics
  25. 31:42P220 Shooting Performance
  26. 32:42P227 Love & Comparison
  27. 33:38No Clear Winner, Personal Preferences
  28. 34:04P320 as Preferred Choice Today

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the SIG Sauer P220, P227, and P320 in .45 ACP?

The P220 is a single-stack 8-round pistol, while the P227 is a double-stack 10-round variant sharing the P220's slide. The P320 is a polymer-framed, striker-fired pistol also with a 10-round capacity, featuring a different trigger mechanism and ergonomics.

How did the SIG Sauer .45 ACP pistols perform in accuracy testing?

In 25-yard accuracy tests, the P320 achieved the best average group size (2.413 inches), followed by the P227 (2.628 inches) and the P220 (2.87 inches). SIG Sauer's own 230-grain FMJ ammunition performed well across all models.

Which SIG Sauer .45 ACP pistol has the best trigger?

The P320's striker-fired trigger is highly praised for its light, crisp pull, short reset, and consistent feel, making it superior for follow-up shots compared to the DA/SA triggers of the P220 and P227.

Did the SIG Sauer .45 ACP pistols have any reliability issues?

While the P220 and P227 ran flawlessly with all tested ammunition, the P320 experienced some feeding issues with challenging-nosed rounds like hollow points and semi-wadcutters, marking the first observed failures for the presenter.

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