"Zig Sauer", pistol (SIG Sauer): review, characteristics, purpose

Modern materials and technologies make it possible to bring the production of any objects to an unprecedented perfection. The military industry does not lag behind, offering powerful, reliable and light products. The most important role is played by a successful constructive decision of the creators of weapons. "Zig Sauer" - a gun that received the well-deserved recognition of the military and police of many armies of the world.

Company

The Swiss company SIG (Schweizerische Industrie-Geselschaft) was established in Neuhausen to produce locomotives and wagons as far back as 1853. Its founders were politician Friedrich Peyer, watchmaker Heinrich Moser and Swiss officer Konrad Neuer-Shtokar.

In 1860, after winning a contract for the production of 30,000 rifles for the Ministry of Defense of the country, the company mastered the release of weapons. Exclusive quality and variety of product range brought the company to the leaders of the world market.

Since 1937, after buying a patent for a self-loading pistol from the French company SACM, SIG specialists worked on improving the model. Only in 1948 they managed to create a sample that went into commercial sale - SIG SP 47/8 (47th year of release, 8 - store capacity). The high price did not become an obstacle for a successful sale. Effective, powerful, exceptional quality weapons were adopted not only in Switzerland.

Under Swiss law, arms exports have significant limitations. In order not to lose sales markets in 1974, it was decided to conclude a framework agreement with JP Sauer und Sohn GmbH (founded in 1751 in Zul, Germany). Thus, Switzerland produces weapons for consumption in the domestic market, in Germany at the JPSauer & Sohn plant - for export.

Today SIG Sauer is the largest manufacturer of firearms. This is the largest company that is part of the holding company Luc-Ortmayer. The company's products are widely used in the USA, Europe. It is used in Indonesia (for special units of combat swimmers), Kazakhstan (service weapons), Israel (for special forces), Russia (sport weapons), India, AEO.

History

The pistol "Zig Sauer P-226" has its own creation history. It all began in the late seventies of the last century. The US government decided to replace obsolete pistols in its army. A tender was launched to find the best option from all the world's weapons manufacturers.

The company SIG Sauer has assigned its specialists the task of creating a new pistol with high combat characteristics. The main battle was between Berretta M9 and P226. The American government gave preference to Italian weapons, motivating it with a lower price for the product.

Models

This popular weapon in its history was produced in several modifications. Below is a brief overview:

• The pistol "Zig Sauer P226 Tactical" - has a long barrel with a thread, it can be fitted with a silencer, an underbarrel mount allows you to use a tactical flashlight and a laser target pointer;
• P226 SCT - there is an extended magazine for caliber 9 * 19 for 20 rounds, for .40SW - 15 ammunition, used in practical shooting competitions;
• P226 ST - the gun is completely made of steel;
• P226 Rail - Picatinny rail (universal bracket) allows you to use a lot of additional accessories to improve shooting;
• P226 Combat - weapons for special troops, matt case (phosphate coating), additionally equipped with a large magazine and strap Pakatinni;
• P226 Equinox - caliber .40 SW, two-tone nitron coating, resistant to abrasion, has high corrosion resistance;
• P226 Elite - distinctive features: soft descent, Picatinny bar under the barrel, color Elite Dark, equipped with a damper (device for vibration damping);
• P226 Classic 22 - under the caliber .22LR, is used for entertaining shooting.

Combat

For more than 30 years, there has been no interest in a German-Swiss pistol. It is popular with fighters of special forces around the world. The fully metal combat pistol "Zig Sauer" is one of the last successful variants of "heavyweights". For so many years were thoroughly disassembled all the pros and cons of weapons:

• Consists of 100 parts, but they are perfectly adjusted, they work clearly without failures.
• The trigger bracket has a protrusion, allowing to shoot with two hands;
• Rough grips on the handle ensure a tight grip and convenience when shooting;
• The hammer blocks the mechanical fuse;
• USP single or double action;
• The return spring, assembled from several parts, provides a comfortable and soft return;
• Decent dimensions and a noticeable weight;
• The fly is small - it is difficult to see during fast shooting and in the dark;
• There are modifications for different calibers:

- .357 SIG.

- 9 * 19 mm Parabellum.

- .40 Smith & Wesson.

Characteristics of the gun:

• The length of the trunk is 112 mm, the total length is 169 mm;
• Width - 38 mm;
• Height - 140 mm;
• The store's capacity is 15 ammunition for 9 * 19 mm and 12 for .357 SIG. And .40 SW;
• Weight (without magazine): for the cartridge 9 * 19 mm - 870 grams, for the caliber .357 SIG. And .40 SW with an aluminum frame of 920 grams, with steel - 1180 grams.

Pneumatics

Pneumatic pistols "Zig Sauer" are popular with fans of outdoor activities and sports shooting. The Cybergun Sig Sauer P226 X-FIVE is produced in Germany and Taiwan. Powerful feedback reliably imitates the work of this pistol. Made of metal, heavy and reliable weapons. Features:

• The possibility of adjusting the sighting device;
• System blowback (simulates the motion of the shutter);
• All-metal construction;
• Marked with the Sig Sauer license;
• Fuse - double-sided;
• The shock-trigger mechanism is reliable;
• Good accuracy of shooting;
• A decent speed of the bullet - 90 m / s.

Consumers have comments on the gun. It can not be operated at low temperature conditions, the capacity of a cylinder with CO ₂ is low. Low muzzle power, within 1.1-3 J, does not allow the use of weapons for hunting small game. Characteristics:

• Shop - for 18 ammunition;
• Caliber - 4,5 mm;
• Ammunition - balls;
• Capacity of a cylinder with CO ₂ - 12 grams;
• Weight - 1156 grams;
• Length overall -225 mm,
• Trunk - smooth, brass;
• On the handle of the lining of durable plastic.

Pneumatic "Zig Sauer" - a pistol, perfectly suited for training beginner shooters and improving the skill of experienced users. The kit includes instructions, a hex screw, a spare screw, a quality certificate, the gun itself and a set of ammunition (balls).

Traumatic

Traumatic pistol "Zig Sauer" is popular with athletes. Model P226T TK P 10 * 28 is almost completely produced by SIG Sauer, only the trunk is produced by the Russian company ZAO Tekhim (Izhevsk). It is forged, manufacturers give a guarantee for 100 000 shots, which corresponds to a combat analog.

The main purpose is active personal self-defense. Features of the model:

• The design uses the principle of free-wheeling;
• A cartridge of caliber 10X28 (with a rubber bullet);
• Shop two-row;
• High accuracy of shooting;
• Devices for the sight open, equipped with white contrasting inserts;
• There is the possibility of installing a tactical flashlight and LCU;
• The sight of the sight is on the bolt;
• The product has a wear-resistant coating;
• Can be used at temperatures from -20 ⁰ to +50 ⁰ ;
• In the trunk there is an overlap that does not allow to shoot a solid bullet;
• The barrel can not be removed from the shutter.

The weapon is perfect for beginners to practice the motility of the hand movement, the grip of the pistol, charging and aiming. Supplied in shockproof sealed case. Characteristics:

• Store - for 10 ammunition;
• Caliber - 10 * 28;
• Weight - 802 grams (without cartridges);
• Height - 140mm;
• Thickness - 38 mm;
• The total length is -196 mm, the trunk is 112 mm.

Benefits

In the modern weapons market, Zig Sauer is a pistol that is worthy of a competition between the Italian Berretta and the Austrian Glock. In its class of 9-millimeter he stands out:

• Volume ammunition (box stores for 12-20 cartridges, depending on the modification);
• High manufacturability;
• Reliability;
• Resistance to external pollution;
• Accuracy and accuracy.

On some modifications, it is possible to install a laser target indicator and tactical flashlight. Sauer P226 - a clear example of the German weapons school: exceptional quality and proven technology.

Manufacturers

"Zig Sauer" - a gun, which is still attractive for production. Interest in weapons does not decrease. Today it is made at the plants of the company SIG Sauer in Germany, in the US state of New Hampshire. Licensed weapons are manufactured in China. The successful design of the P266 has become a temptation for countries such as Iran and Myanmar, where guns are produced without any license for their own police and armed forces.