SIG SAUER P226 9MM 40th Anniversary Edition
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Category: 9mm Pistols - Sig Sauer Pistols - P226

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Seller: Adak Armory
Member Since: 6/21/22
First Name: Elliot
Last Name: Schwarz
State: Oregon
Zip: 97415
Country: United States
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Description:
NEW IN BOX

Unique Features of the SIG Sauer P226 40th Anniversary Edition

Retro-Inspired Design and Packaging
  • The 40th Anniversary Edition is a faithful homage to the original P226, first introduced in the mid-1980s. It replicates the look and feel of the early West German models, including original-style packaging with a bright yellow box, red interior, and a replica of the classic SIG Sauer P226 user manual.
  • The package also includes a limited-edition "History of the P226" booklet and digitized diagrams from the 1980s, enhancing its appeal for collectors and enthusiasts.
Construction and Finish
  • The pistol features an alloy frame with a durable Nitron finish in black, providing both a sleek appearance and robust protection.
  • The slide is made from stainless steel, also finished in Nitron, staying true to the original design while benefiting from modern manufacturing quality.
Grips
  • Hogue Alloy Recreation grips are used, designed to closely resemble the original plastic grips but made from modern alloy for improved durability and grip texture. These grips combine nostalgia with practical usability.
No Accessory Rail
  • In keeping with the classic appearance, the 40th Anniversary Edition omits the accessory rail found on many modern P226 models, preserving the original silhouette.
Trigger and Controls
  • The pistol uses an updated double-action/single-action (DA/SA) trigger system, providing a smoother trigger pull compared to the original, while maintaining the classic decocker and retro-style slide catch lever.
  • The reversible magazine catch is another nod to the original design, enhancing usability for left-handed shooters9.
Sights
  • Equipped with SIGLITE Night Sights, the pistol offers modern low-light capability while maintaining the original sight profile.
Magazine and Capacity
  • The P226 40th Anniversary Edition comes with two 15-round steel magazines, featuring original-style flat floor plates, mirroring the magazines supplied with the early models.
Barrel and Dimensions
  • Barrel length: 4.4 inches
  • Overall length: 7.7 inches
  • Width: 1.5 inches at the decocking lever
  • Height: 5.5 inches
  • Weight: Approximately 3.2 lbs (unloaded).
Caliber
  • Chambered in 9mm Luger, the original caliber for which the P226 was designed.
Collector and Historical Value
  • Each pistol is accompanied by retro packaging, a replica manual, and a historical booklet, making it not just a shooter but a collector’s item that celebrates the P226’s military, law enforcement, and cinematic legacy.
  • The model pays tribute to the P226’s adoption by the U.S. Navy SEALs in 1989 and its enduring reputation for reliability and performance.
Summary Table: Key Features
Feature40th Anniversary Edition DetailsFrame/FinishAlloy frame, Nitron finish (black)
SlideStainless steel, Nitron finish
GripsHogue Alloy Recreation (retro style)
ActionDA/SA, updated smoother trigger
SightsSIGLITE Night Sights
Magazine Capacity15+1 (includes two 15-round magazines)
Barrel Length4.4 inches
RailNone (classic profile)
PackagingRetro box, replica manual, history booklet
Special TouchesLimited edition, collector-focused
The SIG Sauer P226 40th Anniversary Edition stands out by blending authentic retro styling and packaging with subtle modern enhancements, making it both a functional shooter and a highly collectible tribute to one of the most iconic service pistols of the last four decades.  Unique Features of the SIG Sauer P226 40th Anniversary Edition
Retro-Inspired Design and Packaging
  • The 40th Anniversary Edition is a faithful homage to the original P226, first introduced in the mid-1980s. It replicates the look and feel of the early West German models, including original-style packaging with a bright yellow box, red interior, and a replica of the classic SIG Sauer P226 user manual.
  • The package also includes a limited-edition "History of the P226" booklet and digitized diagrams from the 1980s, enhancing its appeal for collectors and enthusiasts.
Construction and Finish
  • The pistol features an alloy frame with a durable Nitron finish in black, providing both a sleek appearance and robust protection.
  • The slide is made from stainless steel, also finished in Nitron, staying true to the original design while benefiting from modern manufacturing quality.
Grips
  • Hogue Alloy Recreation grips are used, designed to closely resemble the original plastic grips but made from modern alloy for improved durability and grip texture. These grips combine nostalgia with practical usability.
No Accessory Rail
  • In keeping with the classic appearance, the 40th Anniversary Edition omits the accessory rail found on many modern P226 models, preserving the original silhouette.
Trigger and Controls
  • The pistol uses an updated double-action/single-action (DA/SA) trigger system, providing a smoother trigger pull compared to the original, while maintaining the classic decocker and retro-style slide catch lever.
  • The reversible magazine catch is another nod to the original design, enhancing usability for left-handed shooters9.
Sights
  • Equipped with SIGLITE Night Sights, the pistol offers modern low-light capability while maintaining the original sight profile.
Magazine and Capacity
  • The P226 40th Anniversary Edition comes with two 15-round steel magazines, featuring original-style flat floor plates, mirroring the magazines supplied with the early models.
Barrel and Dimensions
  • Barrel length: 4.4 inches
  • Overall length: 7.7 inches
  • Width: 1.5 inches at the decocking lever
  • Height: 5.5 inches
  • Weight: Approximately 3.2 lbs (unloaded) 
Caliber
  • Chambered in 9mm Luger, the original caliber for which the P226 was designed.
Collector and Historical Value
  • Each pistol is accompanied by retro packaging, a replica manual, and a historical booklet, making it not just a shooter but a collector’s item that celebrates the P226’s military, law enforcement, and cinematic legacy.
  • The model pays tribute to the P226’s adoption by the U.S. Navy SEALs in 1989 and its enduring reputation for reliability and performance.
Key Features
Feature40th Anniversary Edition DetailsFrame/FinishAlloy frame, Nitron finish (black)
SlideStainless steel, Nitron finish
GripsHogue Alloy Recreation (retro style)
ActionDA/SA, updated smoother trigger
SightsSIGLITE Night Sights
Magazine Capacity15+1 (includes two 15-round magazines)
Barrel Length4.4 inches
RailNone (classic profile)
PackagingRetro box, replica manual, history booklet
Special TouchesLimited edition, collector-focused
The SIG Sauer P226 40th Anniversary Edition stands out by blending authentic retro styling and packaging with subtle modern enhancements, making it both a functional shooter and a highly collectible tribute to one of the most iconic service pistols of the last four decades.


 

Price: $1,050.00

Handgun Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum (9mm Luger, 9x19mm NATO)
Manufacturer: Sig Sauer
Model: P226
Barrel Length: 4.4
Condition: New
Metal Condition: New
Bore Condition: New