At the 2015 SHOT Show Sig Sauer® introduced new models for their P320 striker-fired, modular pistol line introduced at last year’s SHOT Show. This year,[easyazon_link identifier=”1440239142″ locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Sig Sauer[/easyazon_link] expands on that line of pistols with versions in .45-caliber, subcompact models, and two new finish options.
[easyazon_link identifier=”B003M6PZAO” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Sig Sauer[/easyazon_link] makes some of the finest handguns in the world. In addition to being accurate with an extremely comfortable ergonomic grip, Sig Sauer pistols also have one of the smoothest actions available in a handgun. These features have made [easyazon_link identifier=”B003JWFBPU” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Sig Sauer[/easyazon_link] very popular for law enforcement officers and citizens alike.
The Sig Sauer P320 Sub-Compact
The [easyazon_link identifier=”B00OI0S9WY” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]P320[/easyazon_link] sub-compact uses the same modular fire control group as the rest of the P320 family so the trigger feel and pull weight are the same. Featuring what Sig Sauer is claiming as one of the best out-of-the-box striker triggers on the market, the P320 trigger delivers a crisp, clear break measuring in at 5.5-6.5 lbs, with a short, and tactile reset. The newest addition is a .45 ACP version available soon.
Sig Sauer P320 series has (3) safeties:
- Striker Safety – Prevents the striker from releasing until the trigger is pressed
- Disconnect Safety – Prevents the firearm from firing when out of battery
- 3-Point Disassembly Safety – Only allows disassembly if slide is locked back, magazine is removed, and simply rotating the take-down lever without manipulating the trigger or using tools.
SIGLITE® night sights come standard on most [easyazon_link identifier=”B002LDAX0Q” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]P320[/easyazon_link] models, including the sub-compact additions. This is a standard feature not seen on a lot of competitor sub-compact models, and is an absolute must for officers using a sub-compact as a back-up, off-duty firearm, or undercover firearm.
Like other [easyazon_link identifier=”B00A8EK6ES” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]P320[/easyazon_link] selections, the shooter can customize the grip to fit their individual needs using the selectable grip module sizes. These are not removable back straps like competitors, but the entire polymer receiver frame offered in small, medium, and large sizes. The grip angle is also based off of the hugely popular Model 1911, and set at 103 degrees, with zero degrees being true horizontal. For comparison, the Glock grip is 117 degrees.
This not only makes the P320 grip fit better to the shooter’s hand, but can allow the [easyazon_link identifier=”B002LDAX0Q” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]P320 Compact[/easyazon_link] to have the same grip diameter and trigger pull as the larger [easyazon_link identifier=”B00695FOEC” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]P320[/easyazon_link]. This feature can significantly reduce training time to master the new pistol. In addition, this can provide an officer who has had to go to a back-up pistol in a critical engagement greater confidence in use because of the common feel of the grip.
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As with all [easyazon_link identifier=”B00OI0S9WY” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]P320[/easyazon_link] pistols, the Subcompact features a modular, one-piece stainless steel frame which is the serialized part. By simply removing the takedown pin, the fire-control module can be converted to accept different size grip modules. In addition, changing the length of barrel and caliber is as easy as field- stripping the gun. The P320 is available in 9mm, .40S&W, .357SIG and this year .45Auto.
The P320 sub-compact, like many other sub-compact handguns, will accept the larger P320 magazines from the series. This is another great feature, in addition to its much reduced size, that makes the Sig Sauer P320 sub-compact a great option for a back-up, undercover, or off-duty firearm.
Sig Sauer P320 Sub-Compact Specifications
- Slide material – Stainless steel with Nitron® finish
- Frame – One-piece stainless steel
- Receiver material – Polymer
- Magazines – Stainless steel
- Action – Double-action striker
- Trigger pull – 5.5 – 6.5 lbs.
- Overall length – 6.67″
- Barrel length – 3.55″
- Sight radius – 5.5″
- Height – 4.7″
- Width – 1.06″
- Weight – 24.9 oz. with magazine (unloaded)
- Capacity – 12+1 (9mm); 10+1 (.357 Sig); 10+1 (.40 S&W); 8+1 (.45 ACP)
- Sights – SIGLITE night sights, or contrast sights
- MSRP – $713.00
- Availability – Coming soon, likely by 2nd quarter of 2015
Sig Sauer offers (2) primary options on their P320 series of pistols.
- Trigger “tab” safety
- Magazine disconnect safety.
The trigger tab safety is simply an add-on textile feature for shooters who prefer to have a positive, tactile feel of the trigger prior to the trigger beginning engagement. The trigger tab safety does not replace or alter the striker safety’s function or design, as it is only an add-on option on the trigger.
The magazine disconnect safety is a preferred option for many [easyazon_link identifier=”B004XVZ1TW” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]law enforcement[/easyazon_link] agencies. In the event an officer is struggling with an assailant for their own sidearm, disconnecting the magazine will render the officer’s handgun unable to fire, potentially saving an officer’s life. Some prefer not to have this feature so that they can still fire one round if needed during tactical reloads. This is an agency or end-user decision. This is not the same “Disconnect Safety” that comes standard, and prevents disassembly with 3 conditions being met.
New P320 Colors
For those wanting to add a little color to their pistol, the P320 Flat Dark Earth (FDE) and Two-Tone FDE offer a break from the standard black polymer pistol. The FDE is completely finished in a PVD flat dark earth finish, with a matching polymer grip module.
Perhaps the one drawback of Sig Sauer handguns is that their great features come with a price tag that typically runs $100-300 more than the handguns offered by major competitors. This is unfortunately the likely reason why Sig Sauer has remained behind several other manufacturers in the number of agencies and individual officers using their brand.
Sub-Compact Pistol Price Comparison
Sig Sauer P320 | $713.00 |
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Glock 26/27/30 | $525 - $589 (night sights) |
S&W M&P sub-compact | $550.00 |
Ruger LC9 | $389 - $419 (adj. sights) |
When I started in law enforcement my agency issued S&W 4566 stainless steel firearms in DA/SA trigger. They were a boat anchor, and even with practice most of us never quite mastered that first, heavy DA trigger pull. However, the department allowed officers to carry the Sig P220 as a duty firearm at the individual officer’s own expense. Making less than $1000 a paycheck at the start of my career, and starting my family, I never could pull the trigger on a firearm that was priced at around $800 at the time. Though I would have loved to have one, we switched to [easyazon_link identifier=”B001C5ZQTM” locale=”US” tag=”bluesheecom-20″]Glock[/easyazon_link] 22’s less than 2 years later, and removed the option to carry any other firearm.
Gene says
Just picked up my P320C 9mm in FDE for 540.00 at the LGS…haven’t seen one priced for the “suggested retail” at any store/show.
It is a fantastic shooting handgun as well! I’ll definitely be adding the 40S&W conversion kit as I have a lot of that ammo on hand yet.
Aaron says
Great to know Gene! Most of the time we see firearms going for less than the MSRP, but one can never tell how much that will be until we see them in the stores.
Gene says
Just wanted to point out that at the range I’ve seen the Sig Sauer P320 lines going for that they are really a good deal!
My Ruger SR40 was purchased for 389.00 and I’ve got over 9000 rds through it to date and I didn’t think I’d ever find a gun I’d like as much or more but I think that I have 🙂