I don't want a Sig P365. Tell me why I'm wrong or offer options.

[powermad]

I've been eyeing the Wilson Combat Xmacro short grip module.
No need to cut one down for a regular 365 slide.
They have 17 round mags as well, one stop shopping.

Slim full size grip and a 3" barrel.

 

[buttrap]

No comment.........

 

[drobs]

Bought a P365 during Covid, couldn't get on target with it, all my shots were going low. Sold it for what I had into it. The grip texture was too much for me and would rub my love handles raw when carried OWB. It was too heavy for pocket carry.

Shot my buddy's P365XL and has no issues hitting with it but I wouldn't buy another one.

I like my Glock 43X for OWB carry and my Ruger LC9s Pro for pocket carry.

 

[halfmoonclip]

Yet, my personal requirement for gauging slide racking effort on a self defense gun is malfunction clearing practice in an imagined stressful situation.

Good point.
This is exactly what ended my affection for a Kahr .380. That thing requires a come-along for slide racking, despite it being an otherwise nice defense gun.
Moon

 

[halfmoonclip]

Good point.

This looks like an interesting solution to keep your G36 up-n-running.

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Had a similar gizmo for a Glock 42; I filed it down so it didn't have too much extra width. I normally can rack the 42 with an overhand grab, so it's gone.
Since it is plainly a problem, it would be a help if more mfgs would acknowledge this, with better grasping grooves, and maybe a little flare at the end of the slide.
Moon

 

[KevininPa]

I ended up with a Shield EZ. It replaced my Astra A70( my kid has that now). Funny thing is, I wasn't shopping at the time. My friend has a nerve disease in his hands, his Glock wasn't workable anymore. So we looked at the EZ. He bought one. I ended up with the blingy looking gold PC model. $100 off on sale, $75 rebate put me in at just under $400 for a Performance Center pistol. Sweet trigger! All stainless, tears down easy. Downside, weird grip safety. S&W really needs to downsize that aluminum tumor! But an aftermarket piece is available and works great. Funny thing is, the base model safety isn't bad. My buddy did buy one. That's my .02.

 

[sparkyv]

What's more ubiquitous than a Gluck?

 

[Spats McGee]

A Big Thank You to all that have posted and to anyone else that comes along.

While I've known of the Sig P365 for some time, I had nooooo idea how much they can be easily tailored to the shooter until all the feedback given in this thread.

I'm really liking the P365XL with that Wilson Combat grip module that was brought up by @unclenunzie and others.

I don't own a P365, but I have to admit that it looks like Sig has that whole "modularity" thing down.

 

[fotog54]

2 years ago I went with the Shield Plus PC model with red dot. It has been flawless. I have model with out the safety.

 

[halfmoonclip]

I don't own a P365, but I have to admit that it looks like Sig has that whole "modularity" thing down.

It's amazing more mfgs haven't availed themselves of the 'chassis' as the item of record, allowing all sorts of painless modifications. It's one of the reasons the M17/M18 were chosen as our new service pistol.
Moon
ETA- the ability to install a factory safety/or not is another great feature.
M

 

[JTQ]

It's amazing more mfgs haven't availed themselves of the 'chassis' as the item of record, allowing all sorts of painless modifications.

One interesting feature that has come to light since the introduction of these guns is that the ejector is an integral part of the chassis, on the SIG P320 and Beretta APX, at least. On some of the P320 models, because of the variety of grip modules and magazines, some mags can come into contact with the ejector and damage the ejector. It isn't a replaceable part as it is part of the chassis and with a broken ejector, your chassis is now not working.

 

[halfmoonclip]

One interesting feature that has come to light since the introduction of these guns is that the ejector is an integral part of the chassis, on the SIG P320 and Beretta APX, at least. On some of the P320 models, because of the variety of grip modules and magazines, some mags can come into contact with the ejector and damage the ejector. It isn't a replaceable part as it is part of the chassis and with a broken ejector, your chassis is now not working.

That's an interesting statement. I'm a regular on the SIG forum, and have heard of no such issues.
Assuming factory magazines, I'm not seeing a reason that the mag would interfere with the ejector.
I'll wander over, and have a look.
Moon

 

[Spats McGee]

It's amazing more mfgs haven't availed themselves of the 'chassis' as the item of record, allowing all sorts of painless modifications....

I remember when I first saw guns built on the chassis idea and I have to agree. It seems like a fantastic route to go.

 

[chicharrones]

It's amazing more mfgs haven't availed themselves of the 'chassis' as the item of record, allowing all sorts of painless modifications.

As long as the manufacturer offers the serial numbered chassis for sale by itself to the public, it sounds like a great way to "build" yourself a "custom" pistol. Just like the mindset with ARs.

Edit to add: https://www.sigsauer.com/customworks/p365

 

[halfmoonclip]

That's an interesting statement. I'm a regular on the SIG forum, and have heard of no such issues.
Assuming factory magazines, I'm not seeing a reason that the mag would interfere with the ejector.
I'll wander over, and have a look.
Moon

Okay, did a quick search; it's a P320 issue, aggravated by too forceful magazine insertions, combined with oddball floorplates that don't prevent overinsertion.
Use sleeves on the 30 rounds magazines for a Storm carbine, for just that reason.
Moon

 

[JTQ]

Okay, did a quick search; it's a P320 issue, aggravated by too forceful magazine insertions, combined with oddball floorplates that don't prevent overinsertion.

Remember, SIG isn't the only one making frames and not all frames are the same, and there are a variety of mags in various capacities. Not all combinations work together.

A couple of options

SIG P320 grip module options https://www.sigsauer.com/parts/grip-modules.html?model=1622

options from Wilson Combat https://wilsoncombat.com/accessorie.../parts-for-sig-sauer/wcp320-grip-modules.html

and various mag options https://www.sigsauer.com/magazines.html?caliber=1903&model=1622

 

[halfmoonclip]

Remember, SIG isn't the only one making frames and not all frames are the same, and there are a variety of mags in various capacities. Not all combinations work together.

A couple of options

SIG P320 grip module options https://www.sigsauer.com/parts/grip-modules.html?model=1622

options from Wilson Combat https://wilsoncombat.com/accessorie.../parts-for-sig-sauer/wcp320-grip-modules.html

and various mag options https://www.sigsauer.com/magazines.html?caliber=1903&model=1622

That old debbil, tolerance stacking, combined with overly exuberant mag insertion.
Moon