Sig Sauer M17 Army Pistol with DeltaPoint Pro

Published on October 29, 2018
Duration: 28:54

This review of the Sig Sauer M17 Army Pistol highlights its modularity and status as the first US military sidearm cut for a red dot. Criticisms include a difficult slide rack with full magazines, PVD finish wear, and an open-emitter optic design prone to environmental issues. The field stripping process for optic mounting is also noted as overly complex and risky.

Quick Summary

The Sig Sauer M17 Army Pistol is criticized for difficult slide racking with full magazines and significant PVD finish wear. Its slide is cut exclusively for the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro, whose open-emitter design raises concerns for military use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the M17
  2. 01:02MHS Program History
  3. 01:52Evolution of the P320
  4. 02:52Magazine Insertion Issues
  5. 04:31Leupold DeltaPoint Pro Features
  6. 05:49Inforce Light and Finish Wear
  7. 07:37Optic Performance and Criticisms
  8. 09:43Packaging and Collector Series
  9. 13:46Field Stripping and Optic Mounting
  10. 15:48Reassembly and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the Sig Sauer M17 pistol in this review?

The review highlights issues such as difficulty racking the slide with a full 17-round magazine, significant PVD finish wear on the slide, and concerns about the open-emitter design of the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro being susceptible to environmental elements.

Is the Sig M17 slide compatible with all red dot sights?

No, the M17 slide is specifically cut for the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro optic. It is not compatible with Sig Sauer's own Romeo series optics, and the mounting process is complex.

What are the advantages of the Inforce APLC light mentioned for the M17?

The Inforce APLC light is recommended due to its shorter profile, which helps reduce carbon buildup on the optic lens. It offers 200 lumens of output.

What is unique about the M17's optic mounting process?

Field stripping the M17 for optic mounting is complex, requiring the removal of the extractor and internal screws. This process increases the risk of losing small parts and is considered a potential design flaw.

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