SIG P229

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SIG SAUER P229

With .357 SIG Real Look Firing Cartridges

Heavyweight - with screw on silencer option

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Tanaka Works SIG P229 .357 Frame Heavyweight

Tanaka Works SIG SAUER P229 Heavyweight

Includes original box/instructions 10rd metal magazine, five real look firing Tanaka .357 SIG blowback cartridges (evo 2 lightweight cartridges). Reusable take 5mm PFC primer cap (not included).

In good condition / unfired

Has a very nice weight and feel.

Nicely detailed with full SIG SAUER markings and "Made in Germany". No visible makers name. Has serial number : AD33914 on frame, slide and barrel like the real thing.

Original is currently used by the U.S. Secret Service, Air Marshals and many Law Enforcement Agencies

Functions, Fires, Field strips Exactly like the real thing.

Caliber: .357 SIG Real Look Tanaka reusable blowback cartridges (lightweight Evo2) 5 included

Weight approx. 646g (empty)

Length (approx) : 180mm

Magazine Capacity: 10rds

Power: 5mm PFC cap Blowback. - Open barrel for venting

Materials: antishock abs & zinc alloy parts (trigger mechanism ect..)

Firing Mode: Semi-automatic

We ship internationally: Please ask for a shipping quote: sales@mg-props.co.uk

Brief info on the SIG P229

The SIG P229 is a pistol designed and manufactured by Swiss Arms AG (formerly SIG Arms AG and Sauer & Sohn). It is chambered in .40 S&W, and .357 SIG with a 12 round magazine and also in 9mm Parabellum with a 13 round magazine. The SIG-Sauer P229 pistol was introduced to serve as a compact version of the P226 that could handle the higher velocity .357 SIG and .40 S&W rounds.

The previous P228 was chambered only in 9mm Parabellum, and had a lighter weight forged and stamped carbon steel slide that could only take the higher pressure and heavier bolt thrust of the .357 SIG and .40 S&W rounds if an overly heavy recoil spring were installed. The newer P229 used a heavier CNC machined stainless steel slide that could take the high velocity return with a standard spring and not damage the pistol. The SIG P229 chambered in .40 S&W is the standard issue pistol of Department of Homeland Security and the Coast Guard, and P229s in .357 SIG are the standard side arm of the U.S. Secret Service, and are commonly used by police departments around the country, including Federal Air Marshals and I.C.E.

Even though the 229 is worn openly by many uniformed officers, it is still sufficiently compact to be worn concealed by an undercover officer or dedicated civilian. The SIG 229 has a very comfortable grip and a satisfying feel in the hand. The fit, finish, and level of workmanship are all first-rate. There is nothing loose or sloppy. This is a solid gun which inspires confidence.

When the P229 was expanded to offer the 9x19mm as a standard caliber, that marked the end of the standard production life of the older P228.

Last but not least is the .357 SIG Cartridge. This cartridge is a .40 S&W necked down to .357. It was jointly developed by SIG Sauer and Federal for those law enforcement agencies who wanted to switch to an autoloader, but wanted to retain the legendary performance of the .357 Magnum 125 grain JHP load. The .357 SIG duplicates the .357 Mag. velocity of 1350 fps, making it a potent performer. With 13 rounds on tap, a P229 in .357 SIG is a great choice for law enforcement or anyone who wants a high-velocity, powerful handgun. The Secret Service and Federal Air Marshal Service use this cartridge, as do the Delaware State Police. The cartridge has become widely accepted and is now loaded by every major ammunition manufacturer.

If you have a P229 in either .357 SIG or .40 S&W, you can change to the other caliber simply by switching barrels. The two loads use the same magazine.

Accessories

PFC Primer caps: �11.00 euros / �9.50 per box (1 box = 100 PFC caps) These are needed to make the bang, smoke and power to eject the cartridges. Unless using 1 shot disposable cartridges.

.357 Real Look Firing reusable blowback cartridges: �3.25 Euros / �2.85 each per cartridge (cartridges can be fired many times over, just replace the 5mm PFC primer cap)

Spare Magazines: �27.45 euros / �18.95 each Holds 10rds

Threaded Barrel for accepting silencer: �28.45 euros / �25.45 each

Screw on Silencer: �37.80 euros / �32.85 each : : Made of light metal with ABS internal baffles for sound suppression : Length: 90mm, Width 25mm. (Requires Threaded Barrel)