Sig Sauer P-229S P229S Sport .357 Sig .40 S&W Compensator Semi-Auto Pistol
SOLD FOR: $3000
LSB#: 220103MM005
Make: Sig Sauer
Model: P229 S (Sport)
Serial Number: AI 15079
Year of Manufacture: 1999
Caliber: .40 S&W / .357 Sig
Action Type: Detachable Magazine Double Action DA/SA Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: The left side of the installed slide is marked “SIG SAUER P229”, “STAINLESS”, and “SIGARMS INC. / EXETER–NH-USA”. The portion of the installed barrel visible through the ejection port is marked on the right side “.40 S&W”. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number “AI 15079”, an eagle over “N” proof mark, a Sig Arms logo, and “MADE IN GERMANY”. The grip is marked on both sides with the Sigarms logo. The left side of the matching compensator slide is marked “SIG SAUER P229 S” and “SIGARMS INC. / EXETER-NH-USA”, the right side is marked “AI15079” and with a “eagle / N” proof. The right side of the chamber is marked “.357 SIG”, two german proof marks, and the “KK” date code.
Barrel Length: The installed barrel is 3.75”. The compensator barrel is 4 3/4”, 5 1/8” with the compensator.
Sights / Optics: The installed slide and barrel have a blade with a white dot front sight and a rear square notch with a white square aim guide. The compensator slide and barrel have a black blade with white dot dovetailed into the compensator. The rear is an LPA black square-notch with two white dots adjustable for windage and elevation dovetailed into the slide.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grip are stippled black Sigarms panels that envelop the backstrap, leaving the serrated front strap exposed. There are light handling marks and several rub marks on the top of both sides. The stippling is strong. There are no rips or tears. Overall, the grip rates in Fine condition, as not original to the gun.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: Each bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in either, but there is light stubborn fouling in the grooves.
Overall Condition: This handgun retains about 97% of its finish. There is some staining on the finish on the installed slide. There are a couple of minor handling marks on the frame. There is minor operational wear. The screws have light tool marks with strong slots. The markings are clear. Overall, this handgun rates in Fine-plus condition. The matching compensator slide and barrel retains about 99% of its finish with only a faint scratch on the right side.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun. The single action is crisp, and the double action is smooth. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol includes a Sig Arms factory snap case, three (3) 10-round magazines made in Germany, one (1) 12-round magazine made in Italy, one Mec-Gar 12-round mag with a Plus-2 extension for 14 total rounds, and the serial matching compensator barrel and slide. The case has scattered wear and rates in Fine condition. The magazines have strong springs, intact feed lips, and rate in Fine condition.
Our Assessment: The SIG P229S competition pistol was first introduced in 1998. It was not continuously manufactured and only a relatively small number were made. The P229S was permanently discontinued in 2005. Every SIG P229S pistol was assembled by a dedicated technician at the SIG SAUER facilities in Germany. Each pistol was hand fitted and hand tuned to ensure smooth operation and the kind of superior accuracy you would expect from a SIG target grade pistol. SIG P229 Sport pistols are rigorously tested beyond normal limits and adjusted to ensure the very highest levels of performance. This P229 is a .357 SIG / .40 S&W combo with the threaded compensator barrel chambered for the former and the installed barrel chambered for the latter. This pistol is in beautiful shape and considerably rare. Aside from the additional compensator barrel, it comes with a total of five magazines and a protective hard case. Don’t pass on this one. Please see our photos and good luck