duty weapon

[dutyweapon]

I am currently receivibg my level 3 commission in private security and will be in need of a duty weapon. I have been looking at the Glock 22 and the Sig 226 .40S&W. Which in your opinion is the better weapon. Any comments or suggestions would be greatly welcome.

[Johninaustin]

Buy which ever one is cheaper. There isn't a lick of difference between them quality wise.

[txinvestigator1]

This question has been asked here about a zillion (give or take) times. Read thru the firearms threads.

Weapons selection is subjective. As long as you stay away from Rossi's, Stars, etc. you will be fine.

[Swat1]

That's like going to a truck forum and asking which is better, Chevy or Ford?

Totally preference. Get some time behind both and see which one you like better.

Swat1*

[USNusp9]

Why just look at the Sig and the Glock? There are alot of other choices out there. It is like you are going to buy a car and only look at chrysler and chevy. This isn't the Soviet Union, there are many, many choices out there, don't limit yourself to 2.

Check out:
HK www.hk-usa.com
Beretta www.berettausa.com
CZ www.cz-usa.com
S&W www.smith-wesson.com
Walther www.waltheramerica.com
Kimber www.kimberamerica.com
Springfield www.springfield-armory.com

Try out as many models as you can.

[Star]

Sig 40. 'nuf said. :cool:

[Bearcat06]

I am currently receivibg my level 3 commission in private security and will be in need of a duty weapon. I have been looking at the Glock 22 and the Sig 226 .40S&W. Which in your opinion is the better weapon. Any comments or suggestions would be greatly welcome.

I was in your shoes about 12 years ago when I got out of the military. The only handguns that I had ever shot were the 9mm M9 Beretta and the .45cal M1911 and with the Dept. I started with, those were not an option.
I hunted down a gun store that had a range in it, ponied up some bucks for ammo and rent fees and shot till I could shoot no more.

That would be my advice to you....

[steelcityk9cop]

How much cash do you have? The Sig will run you about $200 more than the Glock.

[JeffNights]

Sig 40. 'nuf said. :cool:

You meant Sigma 40. of course, as in S & W Sigma.

Right?

[ChesCopPodz]

If you are thinking of a Sig in 40 caliber, instead of the 226, go with the 229. The 229 is slightly smaller and easier to conceal but doesn't lose any accuracy and is still a good handful of gun.

[Mr.H]

Sigs have a few more points in the accuracy department, but Glocks are generally reported to be more reliable. Both are premier firearms companies with well-earned reputations, so you will be very well-equipped either way. I agree with Swat1, you should see which one feels and points best for you.

[dutyweapon]

Thanks guys for all you input! Who can realy believe a guy behind the counter? I would much rather hear from those of you who carry, use, and trust your lifes to your guns. Again thank you for your ideas and God Bless!!