It is very easy to shoot and a very dependable gun. But keep in mind that they are a whiny bunch. However, even in powerful cartridges like the. Although it appears little, it fires like a full-sized pistol.īeing smaller, you might expect more recoil. It appears larger than it is, yet it actually weighs less than it appears to. The Sig P239 pistol is the “Doctor Who phone booth” of guns. It’s not a horrible option for concealed carry, depending on you. The rounded shape harkens back to a time when gun designers at least tried to include some aesthetics in their creations.įor a single-stack 9mm handgun, the P239 is quite large. Some people think the P239 a plain-Jane, while others find it smooth and quite attractive. They are beautifully crafted, but as a carry gun, they do seem outdated now. Your hands will truly fit into the grip flawlessly.
It quickly became their favourite SIG DA/SA pistol too. The P239 became many people’s go-to concealed carry weapon after it was released. It appeals to users more than the P225, which it was meant to replace. It is a strong contender for carry, home protection, and range use. It fills the space between a compact and a sub-compact. Owners have a lot of faith in the weapon and felt at ease with its capabilities. Single stacks have always been user favorite. It is a little large and hefty for BUG usage, but users adored it for carrying around off-duty. In general, there is a shortage on the commercial side.Īlthough users find them to be beautiful, the capacity to size/weight ratio is a major turnoff for them. Generally dependable and durable, with some Sigs QC restrictions. Check to see if it helps to clean and re-lube. Trigger reset problems are typically caused by either a lack of lubrication where the trigger bar meets the frame or a gummed-up lubricant. When the hammer is decocked, it may bounce around. The trigger doesn’t always reset after dry firing. The trigger bar spring can be found at MidwayUSA. The slide catch lever spring, trigger bar spring, recoil spring, slide pins and grip screws were all included in the Sig factory spare parts kit (239-9-PKIT) until it was discontinued.Īll of these are available from Numrich Gun Parts, with the exception of the trigger bar and slide catch lever springs. The P250SC/P320SC recoil spring appears to be compatible with the P239 as well. Hammer springs work well with Wolff Springs. 357SIG P239 barrels are also available from Numrich Gun Parts. The Barsto Barrels still produces barrels. You can rarely find replacement parts for this one from SIG. Simply spray Hornady on them to clean and leave a dry lubricant. The Fix:Īn accumulation of grease and filth may be preventing the lever from moving smoothly. On the catch lever of the 239, the downward spring tension pressure may be substantially greater. This is a problem when you are not making contact with the slide catch lever while firing. Although this is a common issue with all magazines. The slide does not always lock back on the empty magazine. So get the newer version, likely after 2016. In any case, SIG has long since changed the grips to rubber ones. But you still may need to polish as the new trigger might get jammed. Some people tend to replace the grip with something like G10s. However, the grip is perfect for some people. You might need to sand the grip’s interior and remove a small amount of material from the right side, where the trigger bar spring is located. It is very challenging to handle compared to the traditional SIG grips. The P239 SAS variant comes with Hogue overmolded grips, which are completely unsuitable for some people. Think about replacing the recoil spring and cleaning the feed ramp to remove the Nitron finish if nothing else works. 40, the Blazer, Remington, Federal & Perfecta cause a number of FTF issues. Hornady XTP, Winchester, Fiocchi work fine especially with the. The 124-gr Golddots I tested next actually nose-dived more than 50% of the time. The Federal 124-gr hyrda-shoks would do admirably.īut may have a sharp decline every other round. Test the feeding of your carry ammunition. The Fix:įield strip, clean, and oil the slide, frame, barrel, and magazines. There are some inconsistent feeding issues with this one, particularly the SAS variant.
Trigger Reset Problems Maintain proper lubrication. Lack of Part Availability Buy from other places as suggested. Slide Lock Issues Maintain proper lubrication. Grip Issues Polishing and shaving off some parts. Quick Overview of the Problems and Solutions Problems Solutions Feeding Issues Troubleshoot, use proper ammo.
#SIG 9MM P239 HOW TO#
Here are some of the issues and how to solve them. The owners deal with many common SIG Sauer P239 problems.
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