The best handgun on the U.S. market... IS...

Published on August 4, 2022
Duration: 16:50

The Sig Sauer P320 platform, particularly its modularity and military adoption (M17), is presented as the current market leader, surpassing the long-standing Glock 19. While the Glock 19 is praised for reliability and aftermarket, it's seen as stagnant. The P320's ability to swap fire control units between frames and slides, along with variants like the AXG and Spectre Comp, offers unparalleled customization. The P320 X-Ten is highlighted as the best 10mm handgun available.

Quick Summary

The Sig Sauer P320 is identified as the current market leader due to its modularity, allowing the fire control unit to be moved between different frames and slides. Its adoption by the US military as the M17 has made it the new standard for versatility and innovation.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Glock 19 Assessment
  2. 02:52Beretta M9/92 Series
  3. 05:08Smith & Wesson M&P Series
  4. 06:26Sig Sauer P250
  5. 07:28Sig Sauer P320 & M17
  6. 10:02P320 Variants and Modularity
  7. 13:02Sig Sauer P320 X-Ten

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the Sig Sauer P320 considered the current market leader?

The Sig Sauer P320 is seen as the market leader due to its exceptional modularity, allowing the fire control unit to be swapped between different frames and slides. Its adoption by the U.S. military as the M17 further solidifies its position as a versatile and innovative platform.

How does the Sig Sauer P320 X-Ten compare to other 10mm handguns?

The Sig Sauer P320 X-Ten is praised for packing 15 rounds of 10mm into a grip frame size similar to a 9mm P320. The speaker considers it the best 10mm handgun available due to its superior ergonomics and shootability compared to competitors.

What are the main criticisms of the Glock 19 in this review?

While acknowledging the Glock 19's long-standing reliability and aftermarket support, the speaker criticizes it for being stagnant and a 'one-trick pony' that hasn't significantly innovated in 30 years, leading him to prefer other options for his carry gun.

What makes the Sig Sauer P320 platform so customizable?

The P320's core innovation is its modular fire control unit, which can be easily moved between various grip modules and slides. This allows for quick and inexpensive customization, with a rapidly expanding third-party market offering even more options.

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