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Sig p290

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I just acquired a Sig p290 9mm. I haven't had the chance to shoot it yet, does anyone have feedback on how they perform, and also it has a laser attached to the front, is that removable? Any feedback will be greatly appreciated, thanks fellow chl friends
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I bought one several years ago. I had problems from day one. FTF or FTE you could count on it. I called Sig and they had me send it back. Great customer service, but I just could not get comfortable after all the trouble I had. It is also too heavy for pocket carry (my opinion) so if I am going to belt carry I just decided to stay with a full size handgun.

Let us know how it works for you.
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I'm gonna go to the arms room tomorrow and test it out, I hope it shoots fine

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They had trouble when first released... Sig released version 2 and called it the P290RS. I have the RS version and love it. Carry it in my pocket daily. I don't get the "too heavy for pocket carry" thought... Place it in my pocket and forget it is there.

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Range time, I'll let yall know how it is
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I like my Sigs. But all are too heavy for a pocket.
Let us know if it shoots accurately. It's mighty tiny.
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My little 938 picket carries great and is a great shooter. My favorite pocket gun I've ever had. If the 290 is half as good, I think you'll have a winner.
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So the gun shoots great! Heavy for Pocket carry I'll say! It kinda feels like dragging beach sand around in swimming trunks, I put 200 rounds and 3 times it didn't lock up fully to return to be able to shoot

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Glad you like it... as far as the weight, it is lighter than the Glock 23 on my hip, heavier but a little more potent round than my Colt Gov. Model Pocketlite, and easier to shoot and better built than my Keltec PF9. It is a trade off...
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