When they offered this with the optic cut I got one. It's so smooth to shoot compared to my 19 or micro 9 pistols. I carry it. It's worth the weight. I also picked up the P220 Legion. It's a hoot.
Great content! I own a P229 Legion myself and it's so much fun to shoot. The only drawback for me is that due to my high grip angle i tend to ride the slide lock down in which case the slide does not lock back on the last round. It annoyed me there for a little while but i managed to reposition my thumb and that seemed to work sometimes but all and all it is a great handgun. Keep up the good work and look forward to more videos.
On a legion? They make the slide release really small to avoid that. I also have a high grip and while I press the slide release on an elite p229/226, I don’t at all on the legion versions. In fact I practically can’t even if I tried.
I actually think the Legion "exclusive club" is pretty cool. Yes, if the products were sub-par then it would suck. But they're awesome. 👍🏻 I have a P226 Legion SAO.
I have the 226 and the 229. One thing I like about the DA/SA is the hammer. This is a safety feature. I feel like if you drop or jostle a striker fired pistol it is more likely to have a misfire vs a hammer. On the P229 and 226 if the gun is in double action and you push the hammer toward the firing pin with your finger you will notice it has a stop mechanism to protect the firing pin. The first pull is a long pull and takes 11 pounds pressure, so an accidental pull of the trigger takes a lot of effort to misfire vs dropping a striker fired pistol at the wrong angle. The best safety in my armature opinion is a DA/SA with a safety or SAO with a safety. Overall, I think the gun is a great design. I know often times the Glock is the benchmark. The Glock is a good gun. Competition in the market is fierce so most of the guns are good. However, I like the added weight for recoil control especially being a new shooter. I feel the extra weight is good to train with as it helps engage and train the muscle groups need to be a good shooter. Guns like these also retain their value better as metal is a more expensive market than plastic.
Fully agree with your points raised on the review both the +/- Minimum - though I should emphasize My current EDC for the past 18mnths, although on the bulky side, the huge advantage it gives a competent shooter IMHO is well worth it. Short and objective review, good job!
I bought this P229 legion RXP a few months ago and haven’t shot it yet. After watching this video makes me want to go and shoot it. Red dot hasn’t been zeroed in either. Nice Video btw. I like to add that I would like it with a manual thumb safety with the de-cocker.
I've only been able to shoot one once and I still dream about it. The smaller slide catch/release I like. Normal 226/229 I ride the slide catch with my thumb, the Legion I did not
Nice review-- much appreciated. I've just recently gotten into the DA/SA world, having purchased both a CZ sp-01 competition (red alum grips) and a p-01 omega/decocker. I absolutely love my CZ's-- even the p-01 with the insane 12-14 DA pull out of the box, given the low bore access and recoil characteristics: so much so, I just sold my sig p365xl. Having said that, I have admired the p229 legion from afar for some time, and it's at the top of my list to own in the not too distant future, precisely b/c I'm looking for a gun out of the box I don't have to modify (unlike my p-01, which I will have to do some work to). Question for you: I have smaller/small-medium sized hands. Can you comment at all on the trigger reach in DA mode? I'm curious how it compares to the p-01. The grips and sights out of the box are great, and while the finishing issues are a disappointment given the price point, if the gun runs flawlessly for years to come, I'll live with that. One other comment: it's a shame they don't offer the p229 legion in .40 cal
@@thearmedasian Any thoughts on the SAO vs DA/SA version of the 229 legion? Have you fired them both and do you prefer one over the other, and if so, why?
@@SigAXG320 don’t have a whole lot of experience with the SAO. but I’ve heard nothing good things. Ultimately comes down to if you want a manual safety or not.
@@thearmedasian Thanks. Yeah I’m more of a decocker guy. I learned that pretty quickly with my CZ p01 omega - love the placement the function of the decocker. On my CZ sp01 competition, I’m not a fan of the safety at all. IMHO, if you go manual safety, then all your guns should be of that platform, or else the muscle memory won’t build.
I agree with you about the slide catch. It's too small to manipulate easily. I'm going to see if I can install the regular P229 slide catch. Some say it won't fit, but I'm going to try. I also agree with you about the whole Legion brand. It's silly. I haven't even bothered to get my soft case and challenge coin. Challenge coin, LOL!
I usually just power stroke the slide. It works better for me. If it works for other people, all power to them. But yeah the marketing can be a bit much. Thankfully the product is kick ass so it’s not that big of a deal.
Nice! I was debating hard between the SAO and the DA/SA but I opted for the DA/SA since I didn’t have any DA/SA guns. My 2011 fills the SAO space for me
I have a p226 legion which looks very much like this except for the size. I had a m18 (my edc) exploded in my hand on the first round the other day. And that’s a whole another story, but now I’m looking for a new EDC, the p229 is one that I’m considering
Can’t go wrong with a P226. I like the P320 i think it’s a fine gun, but I’ll always like the 226/229 more. However I understand the polymer striker fired line is what’s popular right now. Gotta listen to the market I suppose.
Hate that the finish messed up, I've heard they changed the finish after so many complaints about the first coating, also they now provide optic ready versions so yay to that
I have this pistol and it’s one of my favorites. I bought the RXP slide from Sig, sold the original slide and been rocking it with the Romeo 1 Pro and cowitness Sig light night sights ever since and man oh man what a difference the dot makes. Take an already very accurate pistol and makes it so easy to put shots in target in very tight groups shit after shot. I have zero gripes with this pistol, LOVE IT!!!
@@thearmedasian it’s a toss up on legion and elite. Both have advantages over the other and both are great choice. Just ordered the slide with romeo1pro from opticsplanet and grayguns hybrid trigger upgrade. Perfect weapon!
This is my inside the waistband every day carry. Send it to the Sig Armorer in Texas and you will be rewarded with a whole different experience. My 226 Legion RXP has a 1 pound 12 ounce trigger. 320s for the most part are awful in my opinion. I really hate striker guns so for me it’s Legions and 1911s.
Hell yea this gun is still relevant! The 229 of any variant is still a wonderful sidearm for iwb or owb. I get the size thing for some folks, I also have a Glock 43, 43x and an LCP Max. They all get carried in rotation for one reason or another. I don't carry my 226 or Beretta 92x, but the compact versions are all still viable. That extra weight and mass makes the 229 a straight shooter, and the legions trigger and sights I'm prove on that.
@@thearmedasian okay I just got the gun, I have a quick question. If you pull the slide back all the way with your gun with no magazine is it supposed to automatically lock the slide?
@@leonardob.1969 nope without an empty magazine in the gun there’s nothing to engage the slide catch to make it lock back. You have to manually engage the slide catch if you want to lock it to the rear if there’s no mag inserted.
I had one, I sold it because it was so boring to shoot. It was absolutely too perfect … I picked up Sig .357 sig 1911 because it was more of a challange😂
Purchased a new P226 Legion in 9 mm. Talked to my neighbor, who is a Police Officer a day later...... His department just decommissioned his duty weapon, as they were switching to Glock 17's. He was allowed to purchase his duty pistol. He had no use for it, so he sold it to me for the amount he bought it for. So now I have two, my P226, and the P229 .40 in Nitron I ordered the .357 Sig barrel, and swapped it. What an incredible shooter! It was used to qualify with 51 rounds every 6 months, so it has around 600 rounds through it.......looks like new. I swapped out the tired night sights for Trijicon HD sights, and ordered a straight trigger from Armorycraft. It is perfect now. It happens to be an older weapon, as the frame was made in Germany. They had these in the safe, so my neighbor was the first to take possession, new in box, when he was hired. Awesome!
Nice! I tell you, there’s something about these classic hammer fired Sig guns that just feel better. Not that I hate the new polymer stuff. I’m a huge fan of the p320. But these guns are just on a different level.
It’s definitely not an inexpensive gun but I’d personally say that if you can swing it, it’s worth it. I’ve definitely bought guns that I thought were way overpriced and regretted buying. This is not one of them.
All I want is a p226 legion chambered in 40 Smith & Wesson with that optic how do I do that because it doesn't come sight ready and I don't want to get an adapter that will take off the rear sight I want to be able to either use irons or my Red Dot
The legion does come in .40 but I’m not sure if there’s an RXP version of it. RXP is optics ready. I do know there’s also conversion kits available to convert 9mm to .40 so I guess worst case scenario you could just buy a 9mm legion RXP. And if your really set on .40 then buy the conversion kit to .40 cal. But should ask Sig for guidance on that one.
I like the Legion line, but it is a case of yet another company putting on features that should be on the standard production line. Instead they call it a limited series or some similar name. so they can charge more then they are worth. Making money is okay just don't tell me its raining.
It is definitely a more boutique line for sure. Would be nice if they were more economically priced but relatively speaking for what you are getting, I still personally think the Legion 229 is worth the investment. I would never pay msrp for a Legion P320.
Come on. The gun has upgraded sights, a highly upgraded SRT trigger, checkering, special grips, and the special finish. It’s also all-metal and DA/SA, so it’s expensive to begin with. You can’t put that on every gun and sell it for $600. Ridiculous.
Interesting that you bring up the "Legion" marketing. It is a bit cheesy but stop and think about it. What is not cool about it. People who think it's not cool are not allowing themselves to have fun and subconsciously trying to be cool. It's a common problem with people in general these days. The too cool for school attitude. I love the tribute to the army. I think it is super cool and a sign of respect to the greatest military the world has ever seen. The same military that is responsible in many ways for the luxury's we enjoy as Americans. You should take pride in this yourself and the things you do in life and you should take pride in what that symbol represents. Thank you to all the veterans who have served this great country.
I have this exact gun and love it. Yes it’s chunky but it’s still concealable and a dream to shoot. Top quality too.
Agree completely. Thanks for watching!
My first handgun and i have about 3k rounds and its going strong without one malfunction. Very pleased
In my opinion firearms do not get outdated, they just change. The 229 is a robust firearm and the 40 s&w is no slouch.
Very true!
When they offered this with the optic cut I got one. It's so smooth to shoot compared to my 19 or micro 9 pistols. I carry it. It's worth the weight. I also picked up the P220 Legion. It's a hoot.
My favorite gun in my collection!! Love it!
It’s definitely up there for me too!
Great content!
I own a P229 Legion myself and it's so much fun to shoot. The only drawback for me is that due to my high grip angle i tend to ride the slide lock down in which case the slide does not lock back on the last round.
It annoyed me there for a little while but i managed to reposition my thumb and that seemed to work sometimes but all and all it is a great handgun. Keep up the good work and look forward to more videos.
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
On a legion? They make the slide release really small to avoid that. I also have a high grip and while I press the slide release on an elite p229/226, I don’t at all on the legion versions. In fact I practically can’t even if I tried.
great review, thanks and keep up the good work
I actually think the Legion "exclusive club" is pretty cool. Yes, if the products were sub-par then it would suck. But they're awesome. 👍🏻
I have a P226 Legion SAO.
Guns for sure are world class. But dunno don’t really feel like I need legion brand hearing protection and that kinda stuff
Really good review, man! Really good. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for watching!
I have the 226 and the 229. One thing I like about the DA/SA is the hammer. This is a safety feature. I feel like if you drop or jostle a striker fired pistol it is more likely to have a misfire vs a hammer. On the P229 and 226 if the gun is in double action and you push the hammer toward the firing pin with your finger you will notice it has a stop mechanism to protect the firing pin. The first pull is a long pull and takes 11 pounds pressure, so an accidental pull of the trigger takes a lot of effort to misfire vs dropping a striker fired pistol at the wrong angle. The best safety in my armature opinion is a DA/SA with a safety or SAO with a safety. Overall, I think the gun is a great design. I know often times the Glock is the benchmark. The Glock is a good gun. Competition in the market is fierce so most of the guns are good. However, I like the added weight for recoil control especially being a new shooter. I feel the extra weight is good to train with as it helps engage and train the muscle groups need to be a good shooter. Guns like these also retain their value better as metal is a more expensive market than plastic.
There's so many innacuraicies with your comment it's scary.
@@Osprey1994 if you noticed I use words like “amateur”, “new shooter”, “opinion”. Context. Why don’t you explain. I’m all ears.
Fully agree with your points raised on the review both the +/-
Minimum - though I should emphasize
My current EDC for the past 18mnths, although on the bulky side, the huge advantage it gives a competent shooter IMHO is well worth it.
Short and objective review, good job!
Thanks for watching!
I like what you're doing here!✊🏾
Thanks for watching!
Nice video. Thank you for making 👍
Thanks for watching!
I just bought one. Love it.
Amazing review!
Thank you for watching!
I bought this P229 legion RXP a few months ago and haven’t shot it yet. After watching this video makes me want to go and shoot it. Red dot hasn’t been zeroed in either. Nice Video btw. I like to add that I would like it with a manual thumb safety with the de-cocker.
Thanks for watching! I been eyeing an rxp slide to get this thing ccw ready
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Houston’s a great city. Had a great experience while I was there
I've only been able to shoot one once and I still dream about it. The smaller slide catch/release I like. Normal 226/229 I ride the slide catch with my thumb, the Legion I did not
It’s an amazing gun!
Nice review-- much appreciated. I've just recently gotten into the DA/SA world, having purchased both a CZ sp-01 competition (red alum grips) and a p-01 omega/decocker. I absolutely love my CZ's-- even the p-01 with the insane 12-14 DA pull out of the box, given the low bore access and recoil characteristics: so much so, I just sold my sig p365xl. Having said that, I have admired the p229 legion from afar for some time, and it's at the top of my list to own in the not too distant future, precisely b/c I'm looking for a gun out of the box I don't have to modify (unlike my p-01, which I will have to do some work to). Question for you: I have smaller/small-medium sized hands. Can you comment at all on the trigger reach in DA mode? I'm curious how it compares to the p-01. The grips and sights out of the box are great, and while the finishing issues are a disappointment given the price point, if the gun runs flawlessly for years to come, I'll live with that. One other comment: it's a shame they don't offer the p229 legion in .40 cal
I’ve got small hands as well and I’ve had no problems running the gun at all. The slide catch is a tad annoying but it’s not unbearable.
@@thearmedasian Any thoughts on the SAO vs DA/SA version of the 229 legion? Have you fired them both and do you prefer one over the other, and if so, why?
@@SigAXG320 don’t have a whole lot of experience with the SAO. but I’ve heard nothing good things. Ultimately comes down to if you want a manual safety or not.
@@thearmedasian
Thanks. Yeah I’m more of a decocker guy. I learned that pretty quickly with my CZ p01 omega - love the placement the function of the decocker. On my CZ sp01 competition, I’m not a fan of the safety at all. IMHO, if you go manual safety, then all your guns should be of that platform, or else the muscle memory won’t build.
Great video just subscribed!
Thanks for watching!
I agree with you about the slide catch. It's too small to manipulate easily. I'm going to see if I can install the regular P229 slide catch. Some say it won't fit, but I'm going to try. I also agree with you about the whole Legion brand. It's silly. I haven't even bothered to get my soft case and challenge coin. Challenge coin, LOL!
I usually just power stroke the slide. It works better for me. If it works for other people, all power to them. But yeah the marketing can be a bit much. Thankfully the product is kick ass so it’s not that big of a deal.
Dope video and take on this pistol!
Thanks for watching!
I have the sao 229 and love it.
Nice! I was debating hard between the SAO and the DA/SA but I opted for the DA/SA since I didn’t have any DA/SA guns. My 2011 fills the SAO space for me
Great video! Would you recommend this gun for someone who has medium glove sized hands?
I’ve got hobbit hands and it fits like a glove. You shouldn’t have any problems
I like your channel. Put your notes next to the camera so you don't have to look down. Subbed!
Thanks for watching and the sub!
This gun is better than the typical "modern" gun. That's why it costs more.
Agreed
I have the p226 elite and the p365 XL. I just need a p320 now to complete my navy, army, civilian combo.
All are fantastic choices
I have a p226 legion which looks very much like this except for the size. I had a m18 (my edc) exploded in my hand on the first round the other day. And that’s a whole another story, but now I’m looking for a new EDC, the p229 is one that I’m considering
Can’t go wrong with a P226. I like the P320 i think it’s a fine gun, but I’ll always like the 226/229 more. However I understand the polymer striker fired line is what’s popular right now. Gotta listen to the market I suppose.
Nothing like iron sights. Stellar gun! Great review!
Thanks for watching!
Hate that the finish messed up, I've heard they changed the finish after so many complaints about the first coating, also they now provide optic ready versions so yay to that
Yeah it’s a tad disappointing. Not the end of the world cuz it doesn’t affect function.
I have this pistol and it’s one of my favorites. I bought the RXP slide from Sig, sold the original slide and been rocking it with the Romeo 1 Pro and cowitness Sig light night sights ever since and man oh man what a difference the dot makes. Take an already very accurate pistol and makes it so easy to put shots in target in very tight groups shit after shot. I have zero gripes with this pistol, LOVE IT!!!
Nice! Hoping to get my Romeo One Pro and milled slide soon 👊🏻
Super well made gun❤
Agree, an excellent gun.
Happy to own one for sure!
thanks for the vid fam, might b down for a legion
I put piranha grips and X-ray front sight on my M-11. Works
Nice!
Got the 229 Elite and love it
The Elite was the first p229 I ever shot. It’s an amazing gun.
@@thearmedasian it’s a toss up on legion and elite. Both have advantages over the other and both are great choice. Just ordered the slide with romeo1pro from opticsplanet and grayguns hybrid trigger upgrade. Perfect weapon!
This is my inside the waistband every day carry. Send it to the Sig Armorer in Texas and you will be rewarded with a whole different experience. My 226 Legion RXP has a 1 pound 12 ounce trigger. 320s for the most part are awful in my opinion. I really hate striker guns so for me it’s Legions and 1911s.
I was a striker fired guy for a while. But a few range trips with the legion really makes you appreciate DA/SA
Hell yea this gun is still relevant! The 229 of any variant is still a wonderful sidearm for iwb or owb. I get the size thing for some folks, I also have a Glock 43, 43x and an LCP Max. They all get carried in rotation for one reason or another. I don't carry my 226 or Beretta 92x, but the compact versions are all still viable. That extra weight and mass makes the 229 a straight shooter, and the legions trigger and sights I'm prove on that.
Totally agree! It’s an amazing piece for sure
Great vid dude!
Agree on the slide catch and finish
I own this and an elite dark and prefer the old one
That being said this one ain’t going anywhere
Thanks for watching! Agreed, I’m getting buried with my Legion when I die
Thought I’d click on this video, thinking about picking up a 229 ,then realized this is at the range that I use 😂to funny
No way small world 👊🏻
@@thearmedasian
Who knows may see ya out when I get my 229
I’m getting the P229 pro cut
I'm about to buy this gun tomorrow. Already have the replacement super strut, competition sear spring and main springs to be swapped out 😳
Nice! You’re gonna love it
@@thearmedasian okay I just got the gun, I have a quick question. If you pull the slide back all the way with your gun with no magazine is it supposed to automatically lock the slide?
@@leonardob.1969 nope without an empty magazine in the gun there’s nothing to engage the slide catch to make it lock back. You have to manually engage the slide catch if you want to lock it to the rear if there’s no mag inserted.
@@thearmedasian LOL I feel dumb now, haven't had my p229 gun for over 5 year. Thanks bro. I'm about to put some rounds in this bad girl 😋
@@leonardob.1969 LOL no worries my guy. We’re all here to help each other.
Carry Sig p228 I got in 93. Accurate as heck never had a misfire
I was very impressed by the accuracy
Reminds me a bit of my old p220
Sig hammer fired guns are just on a different level
I had one, I sold it because it was so boring to shoot. It was absolutely too perfect … I picked up Sig .357 sig 1911 because it was more of a challange😂
That would certainly be more of a challenge 🤣
Jesus that intro
I have one on order with red dot and light. I am thinking bedside gun and fun range gun
You won’t regret it. It’s awesome
🔥🔥🔥❤️
Purchased a new P226 Legion in 9 mm.
Talked to my neighbor, who is a Police Officer a day later......
His department just decommissioned his duty weapon, as they were switching to Glock 17's.
He was allowed to purchase his duty pistol.
He had no use for it, so he sold it to me for the amount he bought it for.
So now I have two, my P226, and the P229 .40 in Nitron
I ordered the .357 Sig barrel, and swapped it.
What an incredible shooter!
It was used to qualify with 51 rounds every 6 months, so it has around 600 rounds through it.......looks like new.
I swapped out the tired night sights for Trijicon HD sights, and ordered a straight trigger from Armorycraft.
It is perfect now.
It happens to be an older weapon, as the frame was made in Germany.
They had these in the safe, so my neighbor was the first to take possession, new in box, when he was hired.
Awesome!
Nice! I tell you, there’s something about these classic hammer fired Sig guns that just feel better. Not that I hate the new polymer stuff. I’m a huge fan of the p320. But these guns are just on a different level.
@@thearmedasian Exactly!
Ça coûte combien d'euros
Thx for the Video
How many pound is the Triger please &
What value am I looking at please
08/03/22
I’d say about 9 lbs or so for the double action. 3-4 ish for single action.
Hmmmm....really considering this one
I highly reccomend it. It’s a phenomenal gun.
This gun is on my list the thing is that it's expensive
It’s definitely not an inexpensive gun but I’d personally say that if you can swing it, it’s worth it. I’ve definitely bought guns that I thought were way overpriced and regretted buying. This is not one of them.
Ok , I'll be the one to finally ask. whats a challenge coin?
A challenge coin is a special coin that comes with the gun. Basically like a token.
@@thearmedasian Hmmmm...... I see
Maybe your supposed to shoot it.
Good review, the first 3 min is sometimes all you need and looking for when you research a new gun. Nice job.
Thanks for watching!
I’m glad it’s “irrelevant” because I still want one. ☠️
Yeah they’re great!
All I want is a p226 legion chambered in 40 Smith & Wesson with that optic how do I do that because it doesn't come sight ready and I don't want to get an adapter that will take off the rear sight I want to be able to either use irons or my Red Dot
The legion does come in .40 but I’m not sure if there’s an RXP version of it. RXP is optics ready. I do know there’s also conversion kits available to convert 9mm to .40 so I guess worst case scenario you could just buy a 9mm legion RXP. And if your really set on .40 then buy the conversion kit to .40 cal. But should ask Sig for guidance on that one.
Good shooting
Thanks! Always trying to get better
I like the Legion line, but it is a case of yet another company putting on features that should be on the standard production line. Instead they call it a limited series or some similar name. so they can charge more then they are worth. Making money is okay just don't tell me its raining.
It is definitely a more boutique line for sure. Would be nice if they were more economically priced but relatively speaking for what you are getting, I still personally think the Legion 229 is worth the investment. I would never pay msrp for a Legion P320.
Come on. The gun has upgraded sights, a highly upgraded SRT trigger, checkering, special grips, and the special finish. It’s also all-metal and DA/SA, so it’s expensive to begin with. You can’t put that on every gun and sell it for $600. Ridiculous.
Is this gun legal in California
No idea. Id google the roster and see
Good video with excellent photography. One suggestion for you . Cut down the length of the intro . 2 minutes of intro is way too long .
Thanks for watching! Yeah definitely agree it was a bit lengthy 😅
What caliber it is of this P229 Legion? 9mm? 40 cal?
9mm
how does the size compare to the glock 19?
Similar but the 229 is def chunkier
I prefer my W. German made P229
Be aware they don't sell an optics ready slide for the 357/40 version
Really wish they would I would get it in a second
Interesting that you bring up the "Legion" marketing. It is a bit cheesy but stop and think about it. What is not cool about it. People who think it's not cool are not allowing themselves to have fun and subconsciously trying to be cool. It's a common problem with people in general these days. The too cool for school attitude. I love the tribute to the army. I think it is super cool and a sign of respect to the greatest military the world has ever seen. The same military that is responsible in many ways for the luxury's we enjoy as Americans. You should take pride in this yourself and the things you do in life and you should take pride in what that symbol represents. Thank you to all the veterans who have served this great country.
Getting this gun is it worth 1400 new lol
1400 is honestly a little steep.
@@thearmedasian fuggggh
Instead of playing that incessant infernal racket of so called music, couldn't you have played somthing like club tropicana by wham instead?