Sig Sauer 1911-22 22LR at SHOT
Out of all the newest pistols coming out in 2011, Sig Sauer’s 1911-22 chambered in .22LR may be one of the most overlooked models. Sig’s 1911-22 .22LR is a full size 1911 at a very reasonable price. MSRP is only $399!
This model has rosewood grips, contrast sights, a black finish, and a SAO trigger.
I had the opportunity to handle the .22LR 1911 at SHOT on Tuesday and it feels absolutely outstanding in your hand. The weight is great and the trigger is really crisp – better than you’d expect. All that Sig needs now is a threaded barrel for this beauty so I can throw my AAC Prodigy on it!
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Update 6-3-11 – We’ve got some updated coverage on this model on our blog and we have the 1911-22 in stock in our store. We’ve also got detailed photos and info on ordering extra 1911-22 magazines.
As it turns out, the 1911-22 barrel is already threaded from the factory. The pistol has a cap over the threading and you can use an extension adapter for a silencer / suppressor.
Thanks for providing the photos. I handled and dry-fired the Sig 1911-22 and was very impressed. And I was expecting it to cost $550+, based on Sig’s centerfire pricing. The frame and ergos are authentic 1911 and it points great. The trigger is better than most Kimbers and the grip safety is better than my S&W 1911. You get a complete pistol for not much more than a premium conversion. I would just like to see Sig adapt this for a 17 HMR. That would actually be a pretty effective, ultra-low recoil defensive round — remember it ain’t the just the size of the hole — it’s also what happens inside. I would NOT care to be shot by a 2000 fps 17 bullet that will fragment explosively.
Just recently purchased the 22 version of the 1911. Why are the magazines so darn exspensive?
I just bought one of these for $375. It is built by GSG (German Sporting Guns) and also marketed by ATI in America for $320 (deeep discounted). But the ATI version does not include multiple front sights for fine tuning elevation and I don’t think their rear sight is fully adjustable for windage, Also, the Sig Grips look great compared to the standard ones. Will shoot it soon…THAT’s the ultmate test!!!
We just lowered the price to $39.
Where do I start first fie barrel fixing pin broke I called sig and they said they would send me a new one and that’s been almost two months ago and still no pin,the bottom of the mag came apart when I layed it down on the bench and shot the piece that holds it together who knows where,60% of the time the slidelock don’t work after the last round is fired,after 50 rounds it starts to jam or not recycle real bad,the rear sight came lose and will not titten up,the finish on it is junk after about 500 rounds it looks like it was dragged behind a truck for a couple of miles,the beaver-tail grip safety is so stiff that most of the time you have to re-grip it to make the gun to shoot.wishing I didn’t wasted my money on it.
UPDATE switch from Winchester to Federal shot about 400 rounds with only about 5 jams and thats very good for a .22.
I had the guide rod break after 60 rounds in my Sig 1911-22 (mfg date Feb 2011). I had seen that there may be a “replacement” rod from Sig. I called and they sent out a next day air pick-up for a repair. I called customer service and asked if my my other 1911-22 ( mfg date sept 2011) would have the same problem and he stated no IT WOULD NOT. I believe they had enough failures of the guide rod that they now have a steel guide rod in the currant production models.
@terry ratliff
I love my sig 1911-22 though as you said the ammunition is key. Once you find a good ammo keep it. I have shot 1575 rounds and not a single jam or problem with anything breaking. I also use the federal long rifle ammo. Love that it gives me a chance to cheaply learn how to handle my 1911 .45 I would recommend this gun to anyone!
can the sig 1911-22 be purchased in calif
Hi Dave, I do not believe it is legal in California.
It’ a very good pistol. The only problem i have with it is the sights, I would like to know if there are any truglo optic or nite sites for this pistol in the after market that makes them, and what do they mean when they say front is #6 and rear sight#8 Owner of the 1911 22
@SigSauerGuns
Dave I just purchased one in Cali , pick it up on the 9th , fell in love with it as soon as I held it !