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SIG P220 or HK USP (.45 ACP)?

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2007-05-05 13:41:35
Just a general question about personal prefrences, PROS/CONS, reliability, quality, etc.....Basically I know both are high end pistols but I am looking for input from people who own or have used either one, or preferably both. Thanks
Answered By: Sheepdog
When I made that choice, I went with the H&K USP 45. The guns are roughly the same size, but the H&K holds 12+1 rounds, while the Sig is an 8+1. Also, the H&K (variant 1) allowed me to carry the gun "cocked and locked", much like a 1911. The Sig only had a decocker, meaning that I'd have to either manually c0ck the pistol before firing, or fire the first round double action. Sig has since come out with a single action P220, but I've not yet had a chance to try it. The last thing that influenced my decision was the finish of the pistols. The H&K's slide had a corrosion-resistant finish, with a polymer frame. I had, on the other hand, seen several well-used Sigs with worn finishes and surface rust--although I don't recall them being P220s, particularly. I knew that not all Sigs had stainless steel slides, and that some of them had blued finishes. I do give the Sig higher marks for its "feel." The metal frame is simply nicer than the USP's polymer. It has a classier air about it. There are no polymer pistols that can compete with the metal-framed Sigs in aesthetic competition. Both of them a fine weapons. You can't go wrong with either of them. But the USP was my choice.
User: boker_magnum
I own and shoot an HKUSP and have fired several Sig's, altho I'm a huge Sig fan, I still prefer the HK. To be brutally honest, I'd rather shoot the Glock 21 than the P220. But I'd rather shoot the HKUSP over the Glock.
User: Sheepdog
When I made that choice, I went with the H&K USP 45. The guns are roughly the same size, but the H&K holds 12+1 rounds, while the Sig is an 8+1. Also, the H&K (variant 1) allowed me to carry the gun "cocked and locked", much like a 1911. The Sig only had a decocker, meaning that I'd have to either manually c0ck the pistol before firing, or fire the first round double action. Sig has since come out with a single action P220, but I've not yet had a chance to try it. The last thing that influenced my decision was the finish of the pistols. The H&K's slide had a corrosion-resistant finish, with a polymer frame. I had, on the other hand, seen several well-used Sigs with worn finishes and surface rust--although I don't recall them being P220s, particularly. I knew that not all Sigs had stainless steel slides, and that some of them had blued finishes. I do give the Sig higher marks for its "feel." The metal frame is simply nicer than the USP's polymer. It has a classier air about it. There are no polymer pistols that can compete with the metal-framed Sigs in aesthetic competition. Both of them a fine weapons. You can't go wrong with either of them. But the USP was my choice.
User: SnapperHead
HK all the way!
User: H
HK USP. Sig is okay but if I were in the market for a .45 acp it'd be the Para with the double-stack mag, or the USP. Frankly I prefer the Glock Model 20 .10mm to the .45 acp. H
User: Mag1527
My vote goes for the SIG. I've shot several SIGs including the 220 and a few HKs including the .45, controllability on the SIG seemed much easier
User: Grizzly IX
Here is my "Best Answer, Chosen by Voters" to a similar question: According to the majority of pistol evaluators, both commercial (media) and independent, the finest on the market, with the highest reliability and fewest malfunctions, are the H-K semi-auto USP and SOCOM models, in any caliber chambering. One of it's few drawbacks is its' somewhat higher price tag. Even though I carry a USP .45ACP for personal CCW defense, I will admit it doesn't really fit your criteria, even though you can use inexpensive mil. surplus ammo for plinking, due mainly to its' price tag......... But, then again, you do get what you pay for, and what is your personal and family safety REALLY worth? Caveat Emptor!(Buyer Beware!) My opinion: The SIG is O.K., the Glock 21is better, but I won't trade MY USP .45ACP for either one...... And it's going to have to be a REALLY GREAT new pistol for me to think about carrying anything ELSE!
User: chunka
sigs are the best my p220 is great

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