subject: Why Sig 1911 And Sig Sauer P220 Are Revolutionary Pistols [print this page] Sig Sauer is a world leader in manufacturing of military and civilians for over a century now. The 1911 Traditional pistols are well known as the Sig 1911 Traditional models. These pistols gave a platform for 3 new calibers - .22 LR, 9mm and .40 S&W. Celebrating their 100 years of success, Sig Sauer launched the revolutionary Sig 1911 new models retaining the traditional reliability and bringing in the much needed refinement. The new sig 1911 pistols meet the shooter's demand in whatever situation that might be. Crisp trigger pull, classic ergonomics and exceptional accuracy are some of the highlights of the sig 1911.
The most tactical models in this series are 1911 Nitron, 1911 Stainless, 1911 Target Nitron and the 1911 Scorpion. Some of the Nitron finish models have superior makings. For being high tolerance pro, the pistols feature stainless steel frame, slides and premium internal parts. The match grade barrel, front straps and custom wood grips are the specialties of the 1911 Nitron. The checkered wooden grips gives better control of the weapon. The integrated accessory rail is also a modern innovation. Extended thumb safety and firing pin safety are also special integration in this gun. Though a full-sized pistols, it serves the purpose of concealed carry.
The sig sauer P220 is still not the one to beat. This is a classic range of pistols featuring unfailing reliability. Chambered to fire the .45 ACP caliber, the sig sauer P220 is for those professional shooters who will not stake accuracy and quality. At a battle field, this gun is able to fire up to 10,000 rounds on a single loading. The recently launched P220 DAK model has gained better prominence. The SIG SAUER P220 DAK is used by the US Homeland Security and Coast Guard for its improved trigger system. Its other variants are P220 Rail, P220 Carry, P220 Compact and P220 Combat. Picatinny rail is present in the sig sauer P220 Rail. The Carry model has a full-size frame but is a concealed carry pistol in the real sense. The Combat model is chambered to fire the .45 ACP and fires 8 round of magazine and the extended magazine caliber is up to 10 rounds. A version of the P220 gun also has a reversible magazine release and stainless steel slide and frame. The most priced pistol is the P220 Classic 22. It is an ideal range pistol that a barrel that suits all larger caliber models. Often the users, confuse it with the Sig Sauer Mosquito guns.
