The Sig P226 was designed in 1983 as an entry into the upcoming U.S. Army handgun trials as they were searching for a replacement weapon for the Colt 1911. The original P226 was only chambered in 9mm, and then later .40 cal and .357 Sig chambered weapons were added to the P226 line-up. While the P226 successfully passed the trials, the Army elected to go with the Beretta 92F (Beretta M9) based on cost.
In 1986, the Navy SEALS elected to go with the Sig P226 instead of the Beretta 92 due to some failure issues with the 92. The SEALS still use the P226 as their primary weapon.
The original P226 was only available in a DA/SA (double action/single action) system, but Sig later added a DAO (Double Action Only) and a DAK (Double Action Kellerman) system. The DAK is named after the designer and features a shorter, smoother double action trigger.
Chambered in 9mm, the P226 will carry 15+1, and the .40 cal and .357 Sig versions will carry 12+1.
P226 weapons don't have an external safety. The decocking lever serves as a means to make the weapon safe as it's decocked.
Widely used in law enforcement, military, and by civilians; the P226 is one of Sig's most popular models.
In addition to the standard P226, Sig has introduced a number of varations of this model. Some of those variants include:
P226 Tactical - This version has an 5" barrel and is threaded to accept a supressor.
P226 Navy - Since the Navy Seals started using the P226 in the mid 1980's, the shooting public has been asking for access to this weapon. In 2004, Sig started producing the 226 Navy model. It is the same size as a standard 226, but features a special finish on the internal parts that is corrosion resistant and a Navy crest in the slide.
P226 ST - This model is a stainless steel version of the of the standard P226. Since stainless steel is used, the overall weight of this pistol is much more than a standard model.
P226 Blackwater - This is a version that Sig produced in conjunction with features requested by the Blackwater Training Group. This version comes with a large number of high capacity magazines and nice wood grips. It also features different colored night sights and a Blackwater logo. Only available through Blackwater or direct from Sig, I don't think it's all that great of a deal compared to what you are getting.
P226 X-Five - This model is designed for target/competition shooting. Built on a standard 226 frame, the X-Five features a 5 inch slide and barrel, and target sights. All X-Five models are built in Germany and hand fitted together. I had the luxury of shooting one once, and it's an absolute tack driver.
P226 Elite - The most recent addition to the P226 family, the Elite series is considered to be a step above the standard P226 model. The Elite model features a number of nice additions like a beavertail grip, front cocking serrations, and rosewood grips. However, the best feature of the Elite model is the new SRT (Short Reset Trigger). This trigger design allows the trigger to reset at a travel distance that is suppose to be about 60% less than a standard P226. The end result is a very fast shooting gun. I've got a 226 Elite and it's one of the fastest shooting pistols I have.
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 Mitch Rosen Workman Express for the Sig 220 226 LH  US $70.00
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 PROTECH SINGLE SIDED SHOULDER HOLSTER 4 SIG 220226229 US $29.95
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 LEATHER SHOULDER HOLSTER 4 Sig 220 226 228 229 2340 pro US $69.99
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 Uncle Mikes Kydex Paddle Holster For Sigarms 220 226 US $17.99
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 BlackHawk CQC Serpa Tactical HolsterLH SIG 220 226 229 US $68.99
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 3 SLOT SOB BELT SLIDE HOLSTER 4 SIG P 220 226 228 229 US $29.99
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 SIG P 226 P 220R Gun Holster BLACK GATOR EXOTIC HD US $19.95
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 Side Holster Sig Sauer P 220 P 226 P 228 44 VIDEO US $19.95
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 BLACKHAWK TACTICAL SERPA HOLSTER RH BLACK SIG 220 226 US $104.96
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 LEATHER BELT HOLSTER 4 SIG P 220 226 228 229 245 239 US $33.29
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 LEATHER BELT SIDE HOLSTER 4 SIG SAUER P 220 226 228 229 US $40.45
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 SIG SAUER 220 225 226 245 RL PADDLE HOLSTER FOBUS SG21 US $21.97
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 SIG SAUER 220 225 226 245 PADDLE HOLSTER FOBUS SG21LH US $22.50
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 OPEN TOP LEATHER HOLSTER 4 SIG 220 226 228 229 239 US $37.75
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 Inside The Pant Holster SIG 225 226 228 229 239 SIG PRO US $14.99
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 FOBUS SG21 PADDLE HOLSTER RH FOR SIG 220 225 226 SW US $20.99
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 Blackhawk CQC Concealment Holster for Sig P220 226 US $5.00
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 Fobus Paddle Holster Sig 220 225 226 228 2245 RH SG21 US $20.00
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 SIG P 226 SUEDE INSIDE PANT HOLSTER RH OR LH 85lr US $22.95
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 BlackHawk Sportser SERPA Holst for SIG220 225 226 09124 US $29.99
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 SIG 226 210 2009 2340 228 229 Duty Holster Mag Pouch US $19.99
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 SHOULDER HOLSTER FOR SIG SAUER 220 226 WITH MAG POUCH US $39.90
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 Tagua Thumb Break Leather Holster LH Brown Sig 220 226 US $38.99
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 Fobus Roto Paddle Holster Sig Sauer 220 226 228 SG21RP US $21.49
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 USA MADE GUN HOLSTER SHOULDER Padded 4 Sig 226 P229 US $29.99
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 Custom Made Sig Sauer P 226 Belt Slide Holster US $39.99
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 SINGLE SIDED SHOULDER HOLSTER 4 SIG 220226229 for Gun US $24.95
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 BlackHawk SportserSERPA Holster forSIG220 226 etc 09123 US $29.99
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 BLACKHAWK LEATHER CONCEAL HOLSTER SIZE 14 SIG 220 226 US $34.99
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 AKER LINED DUTY HOLSTER Sig Sauer 220 226 US $60.00
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 Shoulder Holster Padded NYLON Sig Sauer 226 P229 US $29.99
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 BLACKHAWK SERPA SPORTSTER PADDLE HOLSTER SIG 220 226 RH US $31.96
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 Fobus SG21TRB fits Sig Sauer 220 225 226 245 w Rails US $28.95
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 Fobus SG21TRP fits Sig Sauer 220 225 226 245 w Rails US $28.95
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 Fobus SIG SAUER 220 225 226 228 229 Paddle Holster SG21 US $17.99
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