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P225 worth?

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Newcarrier2023

Discussion Starter · 9 d ago

So I was shopping around on the internet and saw a Sig P225 and was wondering what do those usually go for and why did Sig Discontinue them I know they brought them back in 2016 for a little bit. But my main question is it a good firearm to look at or should I just go get a P226?

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AzMaz

· #2 · 9 d ago

Newcarrier2023 said:
So I was shopping around on the internet and saw a Sig P225 and was wondering what do those usually go for and why did Sig Discontinue them I know they brought them back in 2016 for a little bit. But my main question is it a good firearm to look at or should I just go get a P226?

An iconic Sig. Everyone should have one in their collection. The Single stack 9mm concept became somewhat obsolete for the masses with the arrival of the 15 round double stack guns.
What they go for is highly dependent on condition.
They didn’t sell them in 2016. They had been discontinued before that. You may be thinking of the P225A1 which is different.

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Newcarrier2023

Discussion Starter · #3 · 9 d ago

AzMaz said:
An iconic Sig. Everyone should have one in their collection. The Single stack 9mm concept became somewhat obsolete for the masses with the arrival of the 15 round double stack guns.
What they go for is highly dependent on condition.
They didn’t sell them in 2016. They had been discontinued before that. You may be thinking of the P225A1 which is different.

Thats makes sense! Yes I am probably thinking of the p225a1. What is the main difference between the p225a1 and the p225?

AzMaz

· #4 · 9 d ago

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Newcarrier2023 said:
Thats makes sense! Yes I am probably thinking of the p225a1. What is the main difference between the p225a1 and the p225?

Short answer: Size and parts. The P225A1 is the smaller of the two. See photos:

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12131

· #5 · 9 d ago

The P225-A1 is just a re-sculpted P239 and shares nothing with the P225.

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Nev

· #6 · 9 d ago

Newcarrier2023 said:
But my main question is it a good firearm to look at or should I just go get a P226?

Totally different animals.

AzMaz

· #7 · 9 d ago

Nev said:
Totally different animals.

I always wonder what Sig was thinking when they named the P225A1.

Nev

· #8 · 9 d ago

AzMaz said:
I always wonder what Sig was thinking when they named the P225A1.

Same.
I also meant OP's comparison of getting a 225 vs "just getting a 226."

Willard

· #9 · 8 d ago

Newcarrier2023 said:
So I was shopping around on the internet and saw a Sig P225 and was wondering what do those usually go for and why did Sig Discontinue them I know they brought them back in 2016 for a little bit. But my main question is it a good firearm to look at or should I just go get a P226?

Unless you can find period OEM Magazines, that P225 may not be a deal at all. The P6 versions have been going up in value to over $600, and actual P225s in decent condition close to $800, but are they worth it, is each individuals opinion.

While ProMag Magazines are not the most dependable, unless you have functioning Magazines, that are dependable, you have an expensive single shot. With used OEM P225/P6 Magazines going for north of $60 minimally, as I mentioned is a decision that needs to be made, before making a purchase.

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AzMaz

· #10 · 8 d ago

Willard said:
Unless you can find period OEM Magazines, that P225 may not be a deal at all. The P6 versions have been going up in value to over $600, and actual P225s in decent condition close to $800, but are they worth it, is each individuals opinion.

While ProMag Magazines are not the most dependable, unless you have functioning Magazines, that are dependable, you have an expensive single shot. With used OEM P225/P6 Magazines going for north of $60 minimally, as I mentioned is a decision that needs to be made, before making a purchase.

Magazines are probably one of the primary issues for a P225 newbie. Many of us are loaded up with them already so set. Can’t imagine needing to build a P225 magazine inventory from scratch. $60 would actually be a pretty good deal. $75-100 is common place.

bblr

· #11 · 8 d ago

The ergonomics of the original P225 are pretty spectacular. As @AzMaz said, every SIG owner should have one. With that said, yes mags are hard to find, but not impossible. The short reach trigger is even harder to find. Expect to spend upwards of $800 or so on a good condition P225.

Doug DeGraves

· #12 · 8 d ago

Great little pistol! Magazine only holds eight rounds, so if you need more capacity, go with the P229. The P225A1 feels better in my hand but besides that, the P229 is close in most dimensions.

SigM11

· #13 · 8 d ago (Edited)

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Love my P225. Great carry pistol. This one will be a regular carry as I head into retirement.

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RDS40

· #14 · 8 d ago

Willard said:
Unless you can find period OEM Magazines, that P225 may not be a deal at all. The P6 versions have been going up in value to over $600, and actual P225s in decent condition close to $800, but are they worth it, is each individuals opinion.

While ProMag Magazines are not the most dependable, unless you have functioning Magazines, that are dependable, you have an expensive single shot. With used OEM P225/P6 Magazines going for north of $60 minimally, as I mentioned is a decision that needs to be made, before making a purchase.

I have one and never has a 225.

Ionman

· #15 · 8 d ago

The P-225-A1 is more closely comparable to the P-239. Main difference is the longer grip of the P225-A1, checkered front strap, and medallion grips. It's often considered a budget Legion.
What ever good things you've heard about the P-239 apply to the P-225-A1.
If you buy both, the P-225-A1 mags also fit the P-239.

mlin

· #16 · 5 d ago

P6 (Germany LEO P225) was the best deal when the surplus market flooded with those. It's getting a bit pricy now for the condition. Nonetheless, most surplus P6 were mechanically sound, just a lot of holster wears make it looks shitty in some cases. A spring change will make P6 revived and more comparable to civilian P225. I still have my 2 P6.

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SigM11

· #17 · 5 d ago

mlin said:
P6 (Germany LEO P225) was the best deal when the surplus market flooded with those. It's getting a bit pricy now for the condition. Nonetheless, most surplus P6 were mechanically sound, just a lot of holster wears make it looks shitty in some cases. A spring change will make P6 revived and more comparable to civilian P225. I still have my 2 P6.

I missed the surplus P6 market back in the day...

The PW ARMS REDMOND VA import stamp...which looked like ****...

Was a No-Go for me. Many of them were just awful.

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bblr

· #18 · 5 d ago

SigM11 said:
I missed the surplus P6 market back in the day...

The PW ARMS REDMOND VA import stamp...which looked like ****...

Was a No-Go for me. Many of them were just awful.

Only when they put them on the frame. When they moved the mark to the slide, it was ok. I had one slide that I had the import mark removed before nickel plating. It turned out really good.

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