mikeprekopa

stopped off at Gander Mtn. today because thats the only local gunstore i can find, but anyway, as im drooling over the "new pistol" case, i spot the sign that says "S&W Sigma Series 9MM, Only 319.99 with 16rd Mag."

so i held the gun and it didn't feel bad, no clue how it would feel as I'm shooting it, so I'm calling around to some places to see what i can do.

but i was just wondering if anyone had any experiences with this gun, and should i jump on it before the sale ends, or run away and hide from it ?

320 is rite in my price range, but if I'm gonna get a terd, well I'd rather save my money and get something better.

thanks much,
Mike

buckeyeLCPL

Sigma's had a lot of problems with early runs that give them a bad rap. And the trigger on them isn't very good, its really heavy. If you can adjust to the trigger, it shoots pretty decently. I have on in my collection, I was lookin for an inexpensive 9mm just to shoot. $320 isn't the best deal I've heard on it, but its not awful.

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luvmyglock

I would tend to agree with buckeye. $320 isn't the best price you could get. Personally I would save a tad more and hold out for a Glock.......

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jahwarrior72

the sigma's not a bad gun. it gets a bad rep, because of the original versions. the current versions a tough and reliable, but there's the lingering rep. i bought mine, also at gander mountain, over two years ago. so far, i've had 2 jams, both because of a crap magazine. it's pretty accurate; it's not a competition gun, but at combat distances, it'll get the job done. i trust mine.

most of the bad reviews the sigma receives are due to glock fanboys, who take umbrage that S&W nearly ripped off glock's design, and people who've never actually shot a sigma: "well, i read that....my friend says....people say that....etc, etc, etc."

the biggest problem you'll have with a sigma is finding accessories for it: weaponlights, lasers, night sights, holsters, etc. they're out there, but you'll have to look hard. on the bright side, S&W customer service is top notch, and they'll work with you to resolve any problem.

on a side note, you might want to try other stores in town. i personally don't care for gander mountain's customer service, or their prices. try bill's sporting goods on w. market street and n. main, or J&L (J&G?) sports in throop. you'll probably get a better price at any of these places. i admit that this is just based on my own low opinion of gander mountain; what kind of gun store won't allow you to carry a gun in?

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buckeyeLCPL

A sidenote for you. Until August 15 smith and wesson has a deal where you can get a $30 rebate or two mags when you buy a sigma, go with the mags.

If possible I'd try to shoot one to see how you deal with the trigger before you buy one.

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mikeprekopa

good point, found a range 45 mins away that rents out guns, so im gonna see if i can get someone to split the cost of going up there with me... but ill probably go up my next day off, and ill be checking out those places tomorow befor work

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Mike

seedoubleyou

I like my sigma! It is cheap, feeds reliably and at 15 feet I can put every shot in the black on my target. I've put over 2K rounds of WWB through mine with no problems. But I know that I can go to the local gun store in middlefield and get one for less than $300. You can also get lots of feedback at the S&W forum.
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mikeprekopa

so i looked at gander's website, and at the adds, from what it looks like, they make you take the S&W $30 rebate over the 2 extra mags. i didnt see the fine print on the sign that said 320 after 30 mail in rebate... so i think ill save a paycheck or two more and get a glock or something

i wish i get paid faster

jahwarrior72

that offer comes directly from S&W, not gander mountain. you'll get the same deal no matter where you buy one.

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Nozoki

I like mine. Very accurate, and unless you have some debilitating arthritis the trigger is not bad. No worse than any dual action revolver trigger. My local shop sold them for $360, but he overcharges for every gun. I did get it when they offered a $50 rebate AND 2 free mags, so I still got a great little gun with 4 - 16 round mags for just over $300.