German Sig Sauer P226-X 9mm Luger 4 5/8″ Semi-Automatic Pistol & Box 1986
SOLD FOR: $1,300.00
LSB#: LSB260130NS001
Make: Sig Sauer; W. Germany.
Model: P226-X
Serial Number: U140949
Year of Manufacture: 1986 (JG Date Code)
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Action Type: Double/Single Action, Semi-Automatic, fed by Detachable Magazines.
Markings: The left side of the slide is marked “SIG SAUER SIGARMS INC. / Tysons Corner- VA”. The right side of the slide is marked with the serial number, and “P226 / MADE IN W. GERMANY”. The right side of the frame is marked with the serial number and a nitro proof. The bottom of the slide is marked with the “JG” date code, and a series of proof marks. The chamber is marked “9mm Para”.
Barrel Length: 4 5/8″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a black blade with a white dot insert, dovetailed to the slide. The rear sight is a square notch sight with two white dots, dovetailed to the slide. 3-Dot System.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are a two-piece checkered plastic grip set, with smooth borders. The grips show light handling wear, with a few minor dings and surface-level scratches, mainly on the right grip panel. Otherwise, the checkering is mostly well defined. The grips fit tightly to the frame, with no play. There are no chips or cracks. Overall, the grips rate in Very Good to Fine condition.
Magazine Quantity & Condition: 2x 15rd factory magazines, both of which are in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Two-Tone; Stainless, Nitron.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 98% of its original metal finish. The balance of the finish shows light handling and storage wear, with some light rub marks on the left side of the slide, and a few minor dings on the trigger. Otherwise, the finish is intact. The markings are clear and legible. The screw heads are lightly tooled, but retain strong and serviceable slots. The pins are unmarred. Overall, this pistol rates in Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, as does the decocker. We did not fire this pistol, but we did perform a mechanic’s check. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This pistol comes with its original serial number matching box, owner’s manual/paperwork, and the two magazines as mentioned above.
Our Assessment: The West German Sig Sauer P226 earned its reputation in the 1980s during the U.S. military’s XM9 trials, where it stood alongside the Beretta 92 as a serious contender for service adoption. Built on a robust locked-breech system and renowned for its smooth double action trigger and durable alloy frame, the P226 quickly became a favored sidearm among military, law enforcement, and discerning civilian shooters worldwide. Chambered in 9mm Luger, a cartridge introduced in 1902 that has become the global standard for service pistols, the P226 offers controllable recoil, strong terminal performance, and widespread availability in a proven full-size platform.
This 1986 JG date-coded example remains in Very Good condition, retaining approximately 98 percent of its original finish with only light handling and storage wear noted on the slide and minor dings on the trigger. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and rates 10 out of 10. The checkered grip panels show only minor handling marks, and the pistol includes two 15 round factory magazines along with its original serial number matching box and paperwork. Mechanically sound and representative of classic W. German production, this P226-X stands as a desirable early-era example of one of Sig Sauer’s most iconic service pistols. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! – J.D.