Sig p250sc for CCW

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Now that it has been out for awhile, anyone have reason to recommend this pistol?
 
Now that the P320, which uses the exact same frame but has a much improved trigger is out, I would go with that instead.

Regardless of which one you go with I would recommend buy the Compact(C) model and then just getting an SC frame to go with it. Basically two guns in one for an extra $45.
 
I've had mine for over a year and am very happy with it. I also spent some time working the double action. It is a good skill to develop.

The SC fits nicely IWB and even tucked. I also have the FS frame for IDPA or USPSA. Just a nice consistent feel and a nice consistent shot.
 
I'm a big fan of mine. I generally keep it with a compact top end over the subcompact frame.

The P320 is basically the same gun with a more typical, striker-fired-type trigger. The P250 has a particularly nice true-DA trigger. Get whichever you prefer.

One advantage of the DA trigger on the P250 is that dry fire is easy, with no need to move the slide between shots.
 
Dalto said:
Now that the P320, which uses the exact same frame but has a much improved trigger is out, I would go with that instead.
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I know this is hard for some people to grasp but believe it or not there are a group of people who prefer a longer, stiffer trigger pull found on hammer fired DA/SA or DAO pistols for concealed carry. I (and many others) prefer the added safety of having to put a little extra effort into pulling that trigger. I know, I know, booger hook-bang switch and all that but stuff happens in the real word. Doubt me? Do an internet search using the phrase "Sig leg" and see how many hits you get then do a search using the phrase "Glock leg" and see how many articles turn up then decide for yourself.
 
I know this is hard for some people to grasp but believe it or not there are a group of people who prefer a longer, stiffer trigger pull found on hammer fired DA/SA or DAO pistols for concealed carry. I (and many others) prefer the added safety of having to put a little extra effort into pulling that trigger. I know, I know, booger hook-bang switch and all that but stuff happens in the real word.
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There is a balance between shootability and safety that each individual needs to find for themselves.

I believe that the trigger in the P320 is "better" since for most people it will produce more rounds on target. I also agree that the trigger on the P250 is safer in some circumstances, primarily when reholstering or carrying/storing in ways that don't protect the trigger firmly.

Personal preference, expected usage and planned carry/storage methods should all play into a decision of what type of trigger system you should have. As always, carry what you are comfortable with.
 
Can it be shot as accurately as its striker cousins?
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Depends on your level of skill and your rate of fire.

In a slow fire no pressure environment such as the range there should be little difference unless you are a beginner.

When the rate of fire increases the longer reset on the P250 trigger will make fast follow-up shops more difficult. If you have very small hands/fingers shooting DA triggers can also be more difficult. In the end, more difficult is a relative term and given sufficient training/practice the P250 is fine handgun.

It also depends what you are used to. If you are used to shooting a DA revolver than you should have no issue with the P250. If you are coming from a Glock it might be more of a challenge.

I would recommend you try both.
 
Can it be shot as accurately as its striker cousins?
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I suppose I could answer that with a question. Is the 320 as safe as its hammer fired cousins?

Or I could say, ask some of our older members here who spent a lifetime shooting Double Action revolvers.

Any concealed carry gun is a bundle of compromise. Caliber vs capacity, ease of carry vs shootability, safety vs accuracy. There is no perfect anything, including a carry gun. The more info a potential buyer has before the purchase the better.
 
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Any concealed carry gun is a bundle of compromise. Caliber vs capacity, ease of carry vs shootability, safety vs accuracy. There is no perfect anything, including a carry gun. The more info a potential buyer has before the purchase the better."

Been thinking about this alot. Club friends that shoot IDPA would never consider a p250. I watch them as they shoot very fast using 3.5 lb triggers. Most tell me that is their carry gun. That would make me nervous.

How do you transition to that type of striker for safe CCW?
 
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Been thinking about this alot. Club friends that shoot IDPA would never consider a p250. I watch them as they shoot very fast using 3.5 lb triggers. Most tell me that is their carry gun. That would make me nervous.

How do you transition to that type of striker for safe CCW?
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You don't put your finger on the trigger unless you are planning to fire, you use care when reholstering and you ensure that your holster provides solid encasement of the trigger.

That being said, most striker fired guns ship with triggers in the 6-8lb range. 3.5lbs typically takes some work or parts replacement.
 
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How do you transition to that type of striker for safe CCW?
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"I" don't, that's why I switched to a DA/SA hammer fired pistol for my primary carry gun. "IF" I lived somewhere that I could holster before leaving the house and never un-holster/re-holster then I wouldn't have any problem carrying a striker fired pistol. But I live in an area where legally carrying into certain locations/buildings is not allowed. As a result I am somewhat frequently un-holstering while seated inside my truck then re-holstering while seated in my truck and trying to accomplish both maneuvers in a manner that doesn't draw attention. I am basically re-holstering blind where objects besides my finger could potentially enter the trigger guard. Because of this complication I initially bought a striker fired pistol with a grip safety but ultimately switched to a DA/SA hammer fired pistol because it feels safe to me. It took a bit of practice but with diligence and determination I am now 100% confident with my draws and shot placement and perfectly confident that I have eliminated any likelihood of a negligent discharge.

Other folks obviously don't share my same concerns but enough do that I felt compelled to answer the initial question of "why would you pick a 250 over the superior 320?" (paraphrased). I believe this forum is about sharing and gaining knowledge from all perspectives, not just the presumed more popular perspective. If you end up picking a striker fired pistol then good for you, you made an informed choice. At least now you have been presented with both perspectives. I hope my comments have been helpful.
 
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Club friends that shoot IDPA would never consider a p250.
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This is one of the compromise factors I mentioned earlier. It is not hard to argue that a striker fired pistol with a light trigger pull is easier for the average shooter to shoot fast and accurately. The compromise question is; what is the likelihood you are going to be required to shoot fast and accurate and at distance in a self defense scenario vs how often are you going to place yourself at risk of a negligent discharge while holstering? I say at distance because extreme accuracy is less important as the distance between you and the bad guy decreases. And since it is a widely held belief that most self defense shootings occur with the participants at fairly close distance I don't think you will need bullseye level accuracy when engaging an assailant. That's my belief, you will have to develop your own. I believe the frequency of re-holstering overwhelmingly outnumbers the number of times I will ever have to engage a threat so I have chosen what I believe to be the safer option. That is my opinion, you will have to develop your own on this topic.
 
Okay, you aren't set up to receive private messages. My primary carry pistol is a Sig 239. I always carry one spare mag, sometimes two but the single mag holster is easier to put on and take off. Yes it is a single stack holding 8+1 rounds of Honady Critical Duty 9mm, yes it's a tad heavy for some people but a good carry belt solves that issue. I'm comfortable with the features and benefits of that choice and am comfortable with the trade offs. You'll have to decide which set of features, benefits and trade offs you can live with. When you find your comfort level you will know.
 
Not a fan of the P250, when I worked the gun counter at Gander they were a great value before the Newtown gun craze on sale for 349.99. At a price comparable to the S & W SD series and Ruger P95 they were very competitive. They now have crept up to 549.99 range, that is Glock 19 and S & W M& P territory. With the new 320 or even the older 2022 within $50-100, they just don't make any sense to me. They have a mediocre DA only trigger, and the ergonomics are marginal.

If I wanted Sub compact to me the Ruger LC9S, Glock 43, and SW Shield are superior. And in Compact I'd take a Sig 320, Glock 19, SW M & P or Ruger SR9 over the 250 any day.
 
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