SIG Sauer P320 X-Compact with Red Dot Sight Review

Published on March 20, 2020
Duration: 13:24

This review of the SIG Sauer P320 X-Compact, equipped with a SIG Romeo 1 Pro red dot, highlights its feature-rich design and improved ergonomics over the original P320. The host, an experienced firearms reviewer, details the pistol's construction, magazine capacity, and the transition to red dot optics, offering an honest assessment of its performance and features.

Quick Summary

The SIG Sauer P320 X-Compact is a feature-rich 9mm pistol with improved ergonomics, including an enhanced grip, flared magwell, and undercut trigger guard. It comes with SIG X-Ray night sights, a flat-faced metal trigger, and a 3.6-inch Nitron-finished barrel, offering a 15-round capacity.

Chapters

  1. 00:35Introduction: SIG P320 X-Compact & Romeo 1 Pro
  2. 01:39Red Dot vs. Iron Sights: Mounting the Optic
  3. 02:23Ammunition Testing: SIG Elite Performance 115gr
  4. 03:19Ergonomics and Frame Features
  5. 05:19Magazine Capacity and Compatibility
  6. 07:16Sights and Materials: X-Ray Sights & Nitron Finish
  7. 07:54Safety Features: Loaded Chamber Indicator
  8. 11:10Trigger Analysis: Flat-Faced Metal Trigger

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key ergonomic features of the SIG Sauer P320 X-Compact?

The P320 X-Compact boasts an improved grip circumference over the original P320, a three-slot Picatinny rail for accessories, a flared magwell for faster reloads, a high undercut trigger guard for a better grip, and an extended beavertail.

What ammunition was used for testing the SIG P320 X-Compact?

Testing was conducted using SIG Sauer Elite Performance 115 grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) ammunition. This load typically travels at approximately 1185 feet per second.

What type of sights does the SIG P320 X-Compact come with, and what are its materials?

It features SIG Sauer X-Ray night sights with green luminescent front dots. The slide is stainless steel with a Nitron finish, and the 3.6-inch barrel is carbon steel, also with a Nitron finish.

What is the magazine capacity of the SIG P320 X-Compact?

The pistol typically comes with two 15-round 9mm magazines. As a compact variant, it is also compatible with the full-size P320 17-round magazines.

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