Why I Don’t Carry My Sig Sauer P365’s

Published on August 29, 2023
Duration: 10:08

This video offers a critical yet balanced review of the Sig Sauer P365 platform from SPN Firearms, an experienced reviewer. While acknowledging the P365's market impact and good shooting characteristics, the reviewer details significant concerns regarding reliability (failures to go into battery, slide lock issues) and durability, specifically rust on slides, sights, and magazines during daily carry. The complexity of the P365's Fire Control Unit (FCU) is also contrasted with the simpler Glock design for maintenance.

Quick Summary

SPN Firearms, an experienced reviewer, explains why they don't carry the Sig Sauer P365. While acknowledging its market impact and good shooting feel, critical concerns include potential reliability issues around 400 rounds and significant rust on slides, sights, and magazines during daily carry, making it less durable than alternatives like Glocks.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Market Impact
  2. 01:14Sig Models Owned
  3. 01:49Shooting Performance
  4. 02:51Reliability and Maintenance Issues
  5. 04:48Rust and Finish Concerns
  6. 07:18Modularity and Safety Concerns

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main criticisms of the Sig Sauer P365 from SPN Firearms?

SPN Firearms highlights potential reliability issues, such as failures to go into battery and slide lock problems around 400 rounds. A significant concern is the tendency for P365 slides, sights, and magazines to rust during daily carry, especially in humid conditions, contrasting unfavorably with other brands.

How does the Sig Sauer P365 compare to a Glock in terms of maintenance and durability?

The reviewer notes that Sig P365s can be more complex to maintain due to their Fire Control Unit (FCU) design. Glocks, with their frame serialization, are considered easier to repair with non-serialized parts. Furthermore, Glocks and Smith & Wesson Shields are mentioned as having more durable finishes less prone to rust than the P365.

What positive aspects of the Sig Sauer P365 does SPN Firearms acknowledge?

SPN Firearms acknowledges the Sig Sauer P365 as a pioneer in the micro-9mm market and praises its shooting characteristics, noting minimal recoil for its size. The 'X' trigger is specifically called out as being particularly good, and the availability of a manual safety is seen as a benefit for some users.

Why does SPN Firearms avoid carrying the Sig Sauer P365 despite its popularity?

Despite its market impact and good shooting feel, SPN Firearms avoids carrying the P365 due to concerns about its long-term reliability, specifically citing failures experienced around 400 rounds. The propensity for rust on external components during daily carry is also a major deterrent for the reviewer.

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