Sig Sauer X5 - Competition or Level 1?

[Inspiribomb]

I decided that I am going to pick up a Sig X5. Probably not for competition, but more as a "toy" and because I think they are exquisite pieces. I've been looking for something ever since I sold my Springfield EMP.

I know that the difference between the two is the wood Nill grips and adjustable trigger, and about $600. Ideally I'd like to pick up the L1, the thought of a 2-3.5 pound trigger pull makes me giddy just thinking about it. But I have played with a Competition model, and that trigger is already outstanding.

My other question is should I look for a used one, or just bite the bullet (pun intended) and buy new? I've seen the Comp model between 1100 and 1400 used, and the L1 seems to be right around $2K.

I am leaning towards a used Competition model...

[David]

I've never had any fears about buying used guns, especially something like a SIG. It's not usually hard to determine whether something is wrong with them.

I have a friend who has both versions of the X5, and he says that the adjustable trigger is nice, but you'll probably set it once and never touch it again. Still, it's a nice feature!

[Inspiribomb]

I broke down and bought a X5 Competition, should have it early next week

[Pinnacle]

I broke down and bought a X5 Competition, should have it early next week

That is as good as it gets.

I am a fair shot - you might ask around a bit and I shot a 226X5 Competition a few years ago for the sig rep - a test target offhand.

Well I am happy to report that at 15 yards (doesnt seem that far - but it is when you read on) 36 rounds through a ragged hole the size of a DIME OFFHAND - that gun is REDHICULOUS.

It is almost the perfect pistiol for competition and sport. I am envoius.

Best shooting gun that I have ever shot - period.

[1911fan]

Hey peaknuckles. When you say off hand, you really mean using your left hand to pull the string on the ransom rest.

[Pinnacle]

Hey peaknuckles. When you say off hand, you really mean using your left hand to pull the string on the ransom rest.

Yeah thats it.

Offhand means offhand.

[sigsteve]

Good deal! You can always get yourself the Nils grips later for a couple hundred bucks. They're worth it though!

[Inspiribomb]

Got my X5 yesterday, wow! This thing is superbly crafted - fit and finish it top notch, and its buttery smooth. I can't wait to see what this thing will do

[Pinnacle]

Got my X5 yesterday, wow! This thing is superbly crafted - fit and finish it top notch, and its buttery smooth. I can't wait to see what this thing will do

I expect a full briefing.

I already know what you are going to say - "Holy Schiz" should about sum it all up.

[Inspiribomb]

Had a big range day planned up north, but had to cancel due to rain So had to settle for the local indoor range.

This is easily my favorite gun. I only put 100 rounds through it, but my goodness it is fun. It kicks like a 22, and is insanely accurate. I was having trouble seeing my tiny targets at 50', so could only muster 4" groups at that distance. At 21' I was shooting 1/2" to 1/4" groups (19 rounds); all offhand. I laugh every time I point at a target, and the hole is exactly where I want it to be.

I considerED myself a pretty decent shot, but Pinnacle, I can tell that I have some serious work to do. Your dime-sized groups at 15 yards is amazing, and I hope to be able to accomplish that someday.

After cleaning the gun and applying the Sig-supplied grease, the gun is even smoother than before. I also noticed that one of the aluminum magazine bases had some oxidization on it, so I polished it with some Mothers aluminum polish, it turned out great! The magwell is aluminum and looks dirty, but I'm unsure if I want to polish that as well. I'll post some pics later, and hopefully can get some opinions.

Knowing what I know now about this gun, I would gladly pay the new prices for this gun.

[Inspiribomb]

I snapped a few photos this morning...

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/I ... 000890.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/I ... 000884.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/I ... 000880.jpg

[JoeH]

Wow! This gun is sweeeet! Give USPSA a try and shoot Limited-10. FYI, this gun is too heavy for IDPA competition.

[Pinnacle]

This gun is the best of the best out there right now.

[Inspiribomb]

Here are some better pictures. I tried to improve the lighting so my pathetic digital camera would take a good sharp picture.

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/I ... 000899.jpg
http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/I ... 000900.jpg