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Is SIG still making the M17?
On January 19, 2017, the United States Army announced that a customized version of SIG Sauer’s P320 had won the Army’s XM17 Modular Handgun System competition. The full-sized model was designated the M17, and the shorter length carry model, the M18….SIG Sauer M17.
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Sights | self-illuminating iron sights for low-light conditions |
Is the SIG P320 the same as the M17?
The most obvious difference is the color: M17 in flat dark earth frame and coyote slide while the P320 dons all black. Little known fact: there is a black version available for civilian consumption, the M17 Bravo, which has all the mechanical features (see below) of the military sidearm but in all black.
Can you order a gun straight from the manufacturer?
Yes, you can buy a gun directly from the manufacturer. But in order to take possession of the purchased gun it must be shipped to someone with an FFL who then performs a transfer.
What is the civilian version of the M17?
P320-M17
The P320-M17 and P320-M18 are the civilian versions of the M17 and M18, which are the official sidearms of all branches of the U.S. military.
Can I buy a pistol from the manufacturer?
Only handgun models listed on the roster may be manufactured, imported for sale, or sold in California. Private party and law enforcement transactions are exempt.
What is a California FFL?
If you intend to trade in firearms in any state, you will need a Federal Firearms License or FFL. Dealers, importers, manufacturers, and pawnbrokers in the firearms business must obtain an FFL, no matter where they are operating from.
Can Civilians Buy M17?
Two civilian versions are now available in the US. The new SIG Sauer P320-M17 is the civilian version of the US Army service pistol. Note the controls with black finish. And now every civilian gun enthusiast has the chance to own this military masterpiece.
How much does a SIG Sauer M17 cost?
Sig Sauer P320 M17 9mm Full-Size Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Pistol with Manual Safety (Massachusetts Compliant) $699.99. Notify Me When Available. Brand: Sig Sauer. Item Number: 320F-9-M17-MS-MA.
When did the M17 come out in the military?
The first M17 pistols were fielded in 2017. First unit that received these new pistols was the 101st Airborne Division. Full-rate production began in 2018. In 2019 the 100 000th M17/M18 pistol was delivered to the US Military. It was expected that a contract for roughly 280 000 full-size pistols will be awarded for the US Army, plus additional
What kind of barrel does the M17 have?
The M17 is a self-cocking striker-fired pistol with a double-action only trigger. It is a short recoil operated weapon, which fires with the locked breech. It uses the typical SIG Sauer cam-operated barrel. The slide is made of stainless steel. Frame is made of polymer.
How much does a P320 M17 cost?
Sig Sauer P320 M17 9mm Full-Size Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Pistol with Manual Safety (Massachusetts Compliant) $679.99 $599.99 Notify Me When Available