Sig P290 vs Shield?

Don't be sorry, I'm still following this thread and I still haven't found a Shield for a reasonable price in my area. The Sig is still on my radar. I've got several other suitable carry guns so I'm not suffering.
 
I sold my sig P290RS for the Shield and do not regret it at all. IMO the Shield has a better trigger, holds one more round, is thinner, feels better in my hand, gives me a full two finger grip. Both are reliable but I much prefer to carry the Shield.

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Cybertek said:
I sold my sig P290RS for the Shield and do not regret it at all. IMO the Shield has a better trigger, holds one more round, is thinner, feels better in my hand, gives me a full two finger grip. Both are reliable but I much prefer to carry the Shield.

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Shield is .95" wide. Sig is 1.1" wide with the slide/takedown lever. .9 without. Not enough to be noticeable IMHO.

The sig is, however, .6" shorter in length (barrel is only .2" shorter) and .7" shorter in height. That is noticeable.
 
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I'm actually glad that this thread came up. I have a .40 Shield and am seriously comtemplating one of the Sig P290. I handled one the other day and am now starting my research to see if I want to make the investment or not.

Are mags the same PIA/expensive for it as they are for my Sig Mosquito?
 
Not to confuse this thread too much....but I was on the hunt for a Shield to compliment my M&P FS...but did some research on the Bersa BP9CC. My LGS had one of each side by side. As I dry fired the Shield, I didn't care for the trigger pull. The Bersa, which I bought, measures out @ 4.25 lbs on the trigger. I'm a S&W guy, but am totally impressed with the Bersa.
 
I have both, the P290rs and the Shield. Each has it's own purpose. SIG for the very deep concealment. SIG trigger is neither as heavy nor as long as most say. The key is practice and it is very accurate at defensive distances and out to 20-25 yards. The Shield, while a bit larger is still easy to conceal. My M&P 9c has a better trigger than the Shield, but as a CCW, I am okay with the heavier trigger pull, and I do not use the safety. The Shield shoots about 1" left of center while the SIG is dead on. As I have said, each has a place in your rotation for EDC.
 
I agree with the P938. I have the SAS version. That little 9 will put bullets right where you want them, the trigger is just hard enough to pull that it "seems" safer yet I can put bullet after bullet right where I want it.
Had the M&P 40c and liked it but sold it. Too big. Now looking for a shield but I think after reading this review I'll look at the 290rs as well.
 
I just picked up my P290RS...first impressions without shooting it are...

Feels nice to my hand for a small 9mm pistol...grips are grippy ;) ...sights are SiGs usual (well Meprolights anyway) excellent white dots during the day and green glowing at night...the trigger felt better after just a bit of dry firing and a touch of lube (after cleaning the pistol)...the little finger step on the 6 round mag is just right for me...and I've got fairly big hands with long fingers...I like the very positive feel and ejection with force of the magazine release...I chose the Nitron version as I have had good luck with this finish and bristle at the thought of paying more for the slide with no finish even if I like 2 Tone pistols...:D (sure I know the plane stainless needs some work the Nitron might cover up and that's the reason for the cost but hey...still...)

I'm really hoping this is a winner and I don't regret passing on the Shield (as a SouthPaw I drew the line with the slide safety...Murphy's Law and all)...or the XDs...a bit more money than the P290RS or the Shield...as well as some added weight and size by comparison...

Good luck with your choice...

Bill
 
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I'm leaning towards the 290RS. I wish they made the Shield with a 6 round mag and cut 1/2" off the barrel so it could be a better pocket gun. Seems silly that the grip is longer than the 9c; especially when the extended mag can give you all the grip length and still keep the option for deep concealment. I suppose I'll end up with both at some point.:rolleyes:
 
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I have had a 9mm Shield for most of 2012. I just ordered a P290RS two tone with laser as a backup to the Shield. When it arrives in a few days Ill post a comparison. I have no doubt Ill like them both.
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Ok much longer than a few days but I have had the 290rs since 2 days after the above post. I do not like it. I have not been able to get used to the trigger after almost 100 rounds and nightly dry fire training with Laserlytes Laser target trainer. Other than that its a nice gun. Fit and finish it fine. Breaks down easy. I just can not get used to the trigger. Its to the point that I am thinking about selling it and getting another shield or the Ruger. The gun is accurate and works well, its just a matter of preference. I guess Im not a DAO person.

I can hit what I point at with the P290RS but its not fun to shoot. I have a concern that since its not an enjoyable pistol I might not shoot it as much as I should.
 
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I agree the trigger is different than those on a GLOCK/S&W/Springfield XD family pistols but should be no issue for those used to a pivoting trigger on DA/SA or DAO triggers...mine feels sweet...hope you get yours worked out or get something that fits you better mlapaglia...

Bill
 
All of my carry guns are DAO, even my revolver (Ruger LCR .357). Once you get used to it, that is most likely what you will resort to in a stressful defensive situation. Providing you don"t have a dedicated SA auto. I find the faster (but not too fast) I pull the SIG trigger the smoother the break. I agree, if you try to stage the trigger it is long and uncomfortable. I hope you don't give up on it. It is a good, deep concealment weapon.
 
Handlebar: How would you compare the 290rs trigger to the LCR's? I've got the 357 LCR too (sweet gun). I haven't handled the 290rs yet. Thanks.
 
I own a P290, but have shot both. I like them both, but like the Shield better. I bought my p290 before the Shields came out... Or I would have bought a shield... It just feels better to me....
 
The LCR is smoother and lighter. The P290 is smooth but heavier. I like both guns and anticipate the trigger when I carry them. Meaning, a couple of dry fires first before I holster it. Then I remember what I have to do
 
Just make sure you compare the P290RS trigger and not the earlier P290 trigger...the RS version is said to have a much nicer trigger than the original version...

Bill
 
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