SIG 320 Compact

[petepeterson]

Anyone have an experience to share? Specifically how it stacks up against a Glock 19?
I handled one this week, and like how it feels, which usually translates to me shooting it pretty well. I was surprised at the overall thickness, but I liked the grip shape.
I've just come around to these "brand-new" striker fired plastic thingies, so please be gentle with me.

 

[Wyo]

I have a 320 Compact and a Glock 19 and, of the two, I prefer the Glock. I do like the modularity of the 320, and it has a slightly better trigger than the Glock. Accuracy on both is good, reliability is excellent on both as well. I'm not sure I can even say why I prefer the Glock. Maybe because I have more experience with them. Also, parts support on the 320 is somewhere between poor and nonexistent while Glock parts can be had most anywhere. If I could have only one or the other, I would go with the Glock.

 

[hardluk1]

I have a p320c that I have carried for 4.5+ years . I changed the medium grip module to a small compact version 3 + years ago for a thinner CC . The P320 should be more accurate and does have tighter chambers than glock .

I have tried glocks several times over the decades but I don't like the flat sides of a glock grip and the grip angle . Its just not natural to me so the glock 19 in our safe was traded for a m&p 40 with a few apex upgrades .

Factory parts support is strong and why would you screw with a defensive handgun that runs fine as it is ?? If you can buy upgrades check out grays guns for match needs and bar sto has aftermarket barrels

 

[snowman.45]

I have a 320 Compact and a Glock 19 and, of the two, I prefer the Glock. I do like the modularity of the 320, and it has a slightly better trigger than the Glock. Accuracy on both is good, reliability is excellent on both as well. I'm not sure I can even say why I prefer the Glock. Maybe because I have more experience with them. Also, parts support on the 320 is somewhere between poor and nonexistent while Glock parts can be had most anywhere. If I could have only one or the other, I would go with the Glock.

My thoughts and experience with the P320 and G19 exactly. My step-son carries a P320 as an issued duty pistol in a local municipal agency. After he told me about it and how it compared in his eyes to the Sig P226 he was previously issued, and the G19 I gave him, I figured I'd give it a try as I was also buying a P365. The fact that it was accepted by the military also said a lot. I've now seen several local law enforcement agencies switch to it, as well.

I was very impressed with the reliability, accuracy and modularity. It feels very good in the hand. The trigger is smooth and has a short reset. I still like my G19 and G26, but the P320 is an acceptable alternative to me. I would carry either without hesitation.

 

[BigMuddy]

320 for me. I find mine more accurate than any Glock I've fired, probably because it fits me better and is easier for me to shoot.

My Son carried a Glock as an LEO and now has M-17 on his hip in Syria. His opinion is the same as mine. He shoots the Sig better.

Dan

 

[Craditch]

i have a sig 320 c 9mm and a glock 23 (40 s&W - same size as a 19) I shoot the 320 better than i do the glock. I carry the 320 c regularly and am very happy with it.

I replaced the medium grip frame with a small one to better fit my hand. One of the advantages of the 320.

 

[BE Mike]

I bought a Glock 23 many years ago. I tried to like it, but could never warm up to it. The majority of my handgun shooting has been with single-action semi-autos, i.e. 1911's and revolvers. I've had my Sig P320 compact for a while now. I have probably between 1,500 - 2,000 rounds through it. The trigger is the best for a non-custom semi-auto, IMHO, especially an old revolver shooter like me. The sights are superior to the Glock. I like the dovetailed front sight on the Sig. Mine has been extremely reliable. I too opted for the small grip module. I like the way the Sig breaks down for cleaning too. I feel like the Sig really doesn't need any aftermarket parts, except maybe suppressor sights, which are available. Some other OEM parts are available, like the extractor, which can be subject to loss. Here is a recent target I shot with my Sig P 320 Compact. It measures about 2 7/8" center to center:

 

[vinny77]

Awesome pistol. I still carry the shield
But the 320 us my “goto” our the door.
Vinny

 

[Horn]

From posts on several gun forums this G19 vs. Sig P320c goes on and on.
It indicates its simply a matter of preference. I think both are reliable and both accurate based on their purpose. On quality I feel Sig wins with so much is stainless steel__slide, barrel, and Fire Control Assembly that's so
simple to remove. Changing the grip module in seconds for different size hands is a major design feature.
Note: The FCA isn't so easy to remove on the military issue. (Soldier Proof)
All this said, I feel the G19 would also have served the army well. I'm in agreement with the poster who questions the need to change a perfectly
good G19 or the P320.
I hear a lot of negatives about Glock's "plastic" sights. I find them acceptable as well.
Sights? I've done some of this too.... red dot sights on three of my five
pistols! For some reason (Just too nice as is?) I just can't add a red dot to
my Sig P365!) Maybe I'll buy a second one?
In conclusion with me__although each is different it's toss up between the G19 and the P320. Likely would be similar between Lincoln and Caddie.
Stay safe
Poli Viejo

 

[ColbyBruce]

I have a Sig P250c 9mm, FDE medium width grip module so I snapped a few shots of it with my gen. 2 Glock 19 for size comparison. The P250 is a hammer fired DAO where as the P320 is striker fired. The two shoot differently but one can adjust, I don’t think either is more inherently accurate than the other.

Of the four P320 pistols I fired three were pre “voluntary upgrade” and the fourth was recent production. The three pre VU guns had better triggers prior to the upgrade. The fourth was about equal to the others.

 

[swsig]

I have a P320 compact with nearly 10,000 rounds through it, about half as a 9mm and the other half as a .357 SIG. With that round count, it is obvious that I like it. It shoots very accurately for me, though not accurately as BE Mike's (above). I have also shot a friend's ported G19. I shot the G19 pretty well from the get-go, and if I hadn't already owned my P320, I would have seriously considered buying one. The only thing I didn't like was how the notch behind the trigger guard rubbed my finger as I shot. I guess that's what they mean by "Glock Finger". In the final analysis, the Glock didn't do anything that my SIG wouldn't do, so I didn't get one.

The P320 has a few advantages: the ability to change calibers and grip sizes, and with the recent upgrade, a superior trigger. Like most Glocks, my P320 has been relentlessly reliable. It's the only one of my several semi-autos that I've never had a jam with while shooting one-handed -- it is virtually limp-wrist proof.

My suggestion is to rent/borrow both, shoot a box or two of ammo each back-to-back, and decide for yourself.

 

[petepeterson]

I have a Sig P250c 9mm, FDE medium width grip module so I snapped a few shots of it with my gen. 2 Glock 19 for size comparison. The P250 is a hammer fired DAO where as the P320 is striker fired. The two shoot differently but one can adjust, I don’t think either is more inherently accurate than the other.

Of the four P320 pistols I fired three were pre “voluntary upgrade” and the fourth was recent production. The three pre VU guns had better triggers prior to the upgrade. The fourth was about equal to the others.

Great pics. Thanks.

 

[petepeterson]

My suggestion is to rent/borrow both, shoot a box or two of ammo each back-to-back, and decide for yourself.

I have a good bit of trigger time on a 19. What got me thinking was how much I like shooting the 365. It shoots like a full-size to me.

 

[ColbyBruce]

Here is a pic of a P365 and P320 if you haven’t compared them.

 

[swsig]

I have a good bit of trigger time on a 19. What got me thinking was how much I like shooting the 365. It shoots like a full-size to me.

I've not shot the P365, but based on comments on the Forum, and on SIG Talk, I imagine it shoots a lot like the P320. I think it boils down to how you intend to use it. The P365 will be much easier to carry concealed. The P320c, in my opinion, is too large to comfortably carry concealed, and I've never carried mine. (My trusty M&P 40c has been the perfect carry pistol for me.). If you're going to carry OWB, or use it for home defense, the P320c would be a fine choice. And if the modularity aspect appeals to you, you can convert it to a 12-round subcompact, which can be easily carried concealed.

 

[swsig]

FYI, to follow up on my previous post, I've attached a photo of my P320 compact (lower), and Mrs. swsig's P250 subcompact. The latter is the same size as the P320 subcompact. (The striker-fired P320 was developed from the hammer-fired P250's frame.) Although they appear to be similar in size, the shorter grip and barrel, and the lighter weight of the subcompact make it much easier to carry concealed than the compact. If you haven't already done so, I suggest checking out the P320 subcompact. You might find it a viable alternative to the P365.

 

[BE Mike]

I have a good bit of trigger time on a 19. What got me thinking was how much I like shooting the 365. It shoots like a full-size to me.

My EDC is a Sig P365. I actually like shooting it better than my Sig P 320C. The extra sight radius of the 320 makes it easier to shoot accurately than the P 365 at 25 yds., but my old eyes are the biggest drawback. I carry my P 365 in a Vedder pocket holster (I'm a large guy). My previous EDC was a Kahr CM9. The Glock is a proven design and is extremely popular. It also is easily personalized with a huge amount of aftermarket parts/ accessories. It really boils down to preference.

 

[petepeterson]

FYI, to follow up on my previous post, I've attached a photo of my P320 compact (lower), and Mrs. swsig's P250 subcompact. The latter is the same size as the P320 subcompact. (The striker-fired P320 was developed from the hammer-fired P250's frame.) Although they appear to be similar in size, the shorter grip and barrel, and the lighter weight of the subcompact make it much easier to carry concealed than the compact. If you haven't already done so, I suggest checking out the P320 subcompact. You might find it a viable alternative to the P365.

I wasn't a fan of the sub frame. I'm not looking to replace the 365. She's a keeper!
The 320 would be replacing the Glock 19 for what I consider "full-size" carry. Those two are plenty big for me.

 

[swsig]

I wasn't a fan of the sub frame. I'm not looking to replace the 365. She's a keeper!
The 320 would be replacing the Glock 19 for what I consider "full-size" carry. Those two are plenty big for me.

What it may come down to is the transition process between the G19 and the P365. If the difference in grip angles causes you have initial difficulty with your aim when switching from one to the other, then the P320 might be the way to go. On the other hand, if you make the transition easily, and you like your G19, then save some money and stick with it. Now if you just have the urge to get a new gun (and who doesn't?), you can't go wrong with a P320.

 

[Erich]

I have the P320 subcompact, which suits me pretty well.



Thirteen rounds vs. five








My friend bought a P320 Compact and likes it a good deal. My experience has been that they're reliable. The great thing about the Glocks is the modularity and ease of parts replacement when an instance of Glock "perfection" creeps up on you (as it did with my friend's Gen 3 Glock 19 when we were out shooting two weeks ago - slide stop spring broke) . . . but I don't see how that's any different with these P320 SIG-Sauers.



Whatever floats your boat.