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Thread: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
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September 11th, 2021, 09:04 PM #1
Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
I'm torn between two like new pistols. Both I think are good deals. I've always loved my Sig's but a Sphinx would be cool - this one made in Switzerland - I believe they are made Stateside now by Kriss?. Both with all original stuff. M11-A1 has G10 grips. Sphinx high $500, Sig mid $600. Don't say both And yes, I know it's what I feel/want but just curious ...........
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September 11th, 2021, 10:11 PM #2
Re: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
SIG, but then I have a bias towards the older P-models, and the M11-A1 is quite similar to a P228 which is my favorite SIG; I have several and my heirs will have to deal with them.
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September 11th, 2021, 10:42 PM #3Grand Member
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Re: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
I had a SIG M11_A1 a couple of years ago. It worked well and is good SIG product. The bad; no rails and you have to be careful buying magazines because they take 229-1 mags. Holsters are harder to find since most gun shops carry stuff for the SIG 229. That*s why I sold mine and upgraded to a SIG 229 legion.
I never owned a Sphinx. However since they were bought by Kriss they don*t have the Swiss made reputation. Secondly they are not very popular in gun stores especially with all the similar CZ handguns and clones out there. I suspect getting accessories will be really tough and may affected the resale value.
My vote is for the SIG. And if you really want to expand your capabilities get a 229 with all the bells and whistles including one that has an optic cut in the slide.
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Re: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
I'm gonna be the odd one out and say go for the Sphinx. Sphinx I think went out of business (though they are producing updated pistols under a different name). You can't get the original SDPs anymore though.
The Sigs they're still pumping out. Now if it were German P228 vs Swiss SDP, that'd be a bit harder.
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September 12th, 2021, 01:05 AM #5
Re: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
Easy choice, Sig. The M11 A1 should have three mags with it. If you don't buy the Sig give me the address so I can go pick it up.
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September 12th, 2021, 03:22 PM #6
Re: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
I vote for the Sphinx. I like unique and different. Everyone already shows up to the range with a Sig or Glock... but you'll be the only one with a Sphinx. ...not knocking others' choices. Sigs (and Glocks) are reputable, you'll find accessories to go with them, and etc - and there's something to be said for jumping on the bandwagon. But again, *I* tend to go against trends and like to find hidden gems among the unique and different. ...that being said, I don't know anything about the Sphinx but would go that way purely to NOT follow the crowd.
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September 12th, 2021, 06:20 PM #7
Re: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
Could also get the German P228 they have too for the same $ as the Sphinx - I hate decisions - lol.
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September 12th, 2021, 07:54 PM #8
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September 12th, 2021, 08:17 PM #9
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September 12th, 2021, 09:30 PM #10
Re: Sphinx SDP or Sig M11-A1
I'd go Sphinx. I'm probably jaded because I always wanted one, but never pulled the trigger on one.
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