Sig Sauer M18 Vs Beretta APX

Published on September 10, 2020
Duration: 11:44

This video provides an in-depth comparison between the Sig Sauer M18 and the Beretta APX Centurion, two 9mm striker-fired pistols that were contenders for military contracts. The Honest Outlaw, an experienced firearms reviewer, details their technical specifications, ergonomics, trigger feel, and crucially, their reliability over extensive testing. The review highlights the M18's military adoption and features like a manual safety and tritium sights, contrasted with the APX Centurion's superior reliability in testing and better value proposition.

Quick Summary

The Beretta APX Centurion is recommended over the Sig Sauer M18 due to its superior 1,000-round reliability test results (100% vs. 3-4 malfunctions) and significantly lower price point ($300-$400 vs. $600-$800), despite the M18's military contract win and features like a manual safety.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Overview
  2. 00:39Technical Specifications
  3. 02:20Sights and Optics
  4. 03:43Trigger and Performance
  5. 04:44Controls and Ergonomics
  6. 07:46Reliability and Ammo Testing
  7. 09:57Price and Final Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Sig Sauer M18 and Beretta APX Centurion?

The Sig Sauer M18 features a manual safety and tritium night sights, while the Beretta APX Centurion typically has standard sights and lacks a manual safety. Both are 9mm striker-fired pistols with modular chassis systems, but the APX Centurion showed superior reliability in 1,000-round testing.

Which pistol is more reliable, the Sig Sauer M18 or Beretta APX Centurion?

According to the Honest Outlaw's 1,000-round reliability test, the Beretta APX Centurion was 100% reliable, whereas the Sig Sauer M18 experienced 3-4 malfunctions with various ammunition types during the same test.

What is the price difference between the Sig Sauer M18 and Beretta APX Centurion?

The Sig Sauer M18 generally retails between $600 and $800. The Beretta APX Centurion is considerably more affordable, typically priced between $300 and $400, making it a better value option for many.

Are the Sig Sauer M18 and Beretta APX Centurion optics-ready?

Yes, both pistols can be optics-ready. The Sig Sauer M18 is designed to accept red dot sights with footprints like the Leupold DeltaPoint Pro. Optics-ready versions of the Beretta APX Centurion are also available.

Related News

All News →

More Reviews Videos You Might Like

More from Honest Outlaw

View all →