SIG Sauer's New X-Five vs. P320

Published on June 2, 2017
Duration: 22:35

This review compares the SIG Sauer P320 X-Five against the standard P320 Full Size, highlighting key differences in trigger pull, magazine capacity, sights, and overall balance. The X-Five features a heavier 5-inch bull barrel and a competition-oriented sight setup, while the standard P320 offers a more traditional grip feel. Both pistols demonstrate the P320 platform's modularity, with slides being interchangeable.

Quick Summary

The SIG P320 X-Five offers a heavier build with a 5-inch bull barrel and competition sights, averaging a 4lb 13oz trigger pull. The standard P320, with an aftermarket trigger, averaged 5lb 10oz. Both pistols showcase the P320's modularity, allowing slide swaps between frames.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: P320 vs. X-Five Comparison
  2. 01:32Magazine Capacity & Ammo
  3. 02:46Range Testing: P320 vs. X-Five
  4. 05:59Sight Picture Comparison
  5. 07:34Technical Differences & Balance
  6. 11:45Trigger Pull & Mag Compatibility
  7. 14:46Modularity & Slide Swapping
  8. 17:34Final Assessment & Verdict

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the SIG P320 X-Five and the standard P320?

The X-Five features a heavier 5-inch bull barrel, a competition-oriented Dawson Precision sight set, and comes with 21-round magazines. The standard P320 has a traditional SIGLITE sight setup and typically uses 17-round magazines. The X-Five is also about 5 ounces heavier, offering improved balance.

How do the trigger pulls compare on the SIG P320 X-Five and standard P320?

Using a Lyman trigger gauge, the standard P320 (with an Apex flat trigger) averaged a pull weight of 5lb 10oz. The P320 X-Five had a lighter trigger pull, averaging 4lb 13oz from the factory.

Is the SIG P320 platform modular?

Yes, the P320 platform is highly modular. The internal chassis system allows for easy swapping of slides between different P320 frames, as demonstrated with the X-Five slide on a standard frame and vice-versa.

Are the magazines interchangeable between the SIG P320 X-Five and standard P320?

While the magazine tubes might be the same, the base plates are not directly interchangeable. The X-Five's design includes a specific magwell and base plate shoulder that differs from the standard P320 base plates.

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