good price jump on it or post where it's located.

yes

 

What Bear said

 

+1
Don't think of it as wear as much as it is character.

 

That sounds like an awesome deal. I would not pass that up.

 

My only question would be why you haven't driven the 85 miles to get it yet! Seems like a good buy.

I recently consummated my search for a P228. The one I found was a year later (KG), marked Germany, not West Germany, and didn't include the box, manual, or target.

 

Excellent deal--grab it quick.

 

Absolutely get it. Any original old-time P228 is desirable.
The 1995 KF P228 with the W. Germany (not Germany) stamp is somewhat of a rarity. That is even more desirable to me.

 

It should come with two high cap 13 rd. mags. since it was made in Germany.

Unless in your state high cap mags are not allowed?

 

1995 = AWB era. The 10-rounders are correct.

 

I can use the 10-round mags at my club, which limits you to 5 rounds at a time.

What kind of a gun club is this?

 

The gun club is about 61 years old, with no casualties. Safety is their first and most important concern. You cannot have a holstered weapon on the grounds, even if your are a LE official (unless on duty).
Trap and Skeet were their origins. We have an indoor pistol range, outdoor rifle/pistol range, and archery. Full membership at 1,500.

 

I have been searching for a nice Sig P228.

It is stamped, "Made In West Germany". All three serial numbers match on barrel, slide, and frame. Proof marks under slide read "KF", which means it was made in 1995.

I recently consummated my search for a P228. The one I found was a year later (KG), marked Germany, not West Germany, and didn't include the box, manual, or target.

Now, I don't follow the German/W.German/Exeter time line too closely, but I am kind of a fan of history. The "Iron Curtain" came to an end in 1990, so I'm wondering how the 1995 West German even exists at all. The 1996 German makes perfect sense, though???? :huh:

 

My 90's model 228 is not a '95, but I wish it were. It's been in the safe never fired by me for over 2 years now and it will see rare duty. I plan to break it out only on very special occasions... maybe the first beautiful day this spring.
If you want an review for some of the reasons I feel this way, check out "The Sig P228" by Nutnfancy on YouTube...

 

My 90's model 228 is not a '95, but I wish it were. It's been in the safe never fired by me for over 2 years now and it will see rare duty. I plan to break it out only on very special occasions... maybe the first beautiful day this spring.
If you want an review for some of the reasons I feel this way, check out "The Sig P228" by Nutnfancy on YouTube...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTAPvoc0Mtc

Great video, Thanks!!

 

Sounds like a very good deal to me. I'd go for it.

 

I'd jump on it. I watch them on GB pretty closely and I can't remember the last time one with all the case candy went for less than $700.

 

Great deal. Run, do not walk and plunk down the cash/credit card, fast!

 

I have been searching for a nice Sig P228. One of my local gun shops called me yesterday because they just got a nice trade-in.

It is stamped, "Made In West Germany". All three serial numbers match on barrel, slide, and frame. Proof marks under slide read "KF", which means it was made in 1995.

Comes complete with original grey case, owners' manual, and test-fired target, 2, 10-round magazines, marked, "Sig Sauer, Made in Germany".

...
The price is $595.

What's the shop name? I'll pay for a round trip ticket, buy the gun and still be out ahead! [Oh, except it would be illegal for a CA license to buy a gun in PA; although my son's friend had a fake PA license to buy college-aged alcohol with... maybe I could use that...]

 

Thanks everyone so far. I feel compelled to buy this gun after all of your input!

Planning to go there next week and bring it home.

 

If you wanted to be talked out of buying a sig the game was over when you submitted your post.

 

The P228 has been secured with a deposit, since the store called and informed me that they located one for me.

I plan to go there next week for inspection of gun. I hope it looks as good as the photos they sent.

Chances are, it will be in my hands very soon!

 

Congrats!

 

Why limit yourself to 13 round mags?

15 rounds
http://www.gregcotellc.com/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=123&products_id=619

15 round nickle
http://www.gregcotellc.com/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=123&products_id=620

18 round
http://www.gregcotellc.com/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=123&products_id=1079

Great score! Gratz!

 

Good job.you've secured it, and it sounds like a bargain. Now, the worst part. The wait!!!

 

Well guys, today was the the day to pick up P228. The P228's condition is better than the photos the store sent to me!

It does have triple-matching serial numbers and proof marks under slide, stamped KF, which is 1995.

Slide is stamped: W. Germany, grips are original. It has the SigArms grey plastic case, with a perfect condition owner's manual and test-fired target. Both 10-round mags are marked: Sig Sauer, Made in Germany. Two dot sights are flawless.

Gun is clean inside as well, no rust anywhere. I field stripped gun at counter. Barrel shows minimal wear on the outside, inside looked great.

I was able to negotiate price down to $550. I have known the family/owners for over 30 years, and have bought several gun from their store. It is very close to my deer hunting camp.

Tonight, I plan to field strip, clean, lube, and oil everything. Sunday, going to my indoor range at the club to see how well the 228 fires.

I am really happy about this gun. I was searching for a long time for a W. German P228.

Thanks for everyone's input!

 

Congratulations on a great score! :thumbsu:

 

Congratulations! You stole that!
How about those required pics?

 

I agree......Pics and range report

 

Guess what these do---

Take your time....

 

Never made it to range on Sunday, but will try later in week.

I'll attempt to post photos of the entire kit and 228 as well.

Thanks guys, I am SO excited about this deal on the P228.

So far, this 20 year-old 228's trigger seems a lot more crisp, in DA or SA, than my 14 month old 229. The de-cocker also seems more "positive" when engaging down. Not sure why.