For 2022 and 2023 the Sig 365 was the most popular gun that my students showed up with. Because I have to train with various guns, it was necessary to put one on. This review is about that gun, the Sig 365 Macro 365XCA-9-BXR3 https://www.sigsauer.com/p365-xmacro-1.html. Purchased in May of this year I have enjoyed training, shooting and carrying this gun all summer. Now before you think hell has froze over, hear me out. Yes I prefer revolvers and 1911 Steel guns, preferably large bore, however, I never said I didn't know how to use these Polymer Princesses. A buddy came up to me at the range the other day and started out the conversation by "I know you don't like Glocks, but I want to show you mine:" While I understand that I have been quite clear of my preferences, I reminded him that I ran the pistol qualification courses for some local PD's when the G17 came out (Mid 80's). I shot a 590 with mine right out of the box. Another thing we noticed is, none of the 17's jammed. I will admit though getting the magazines out of those guns was troublesome at first. So while they are not my favorites, I still respect them as something to shoot.
Having owned, carried and shot over 20 Polymer guns in my career, mostly high capacity with a few single stacks like the Ruger LC9s, I am no stranger to running these things. I often get to shoot my students guns and it is a nice way to get to know everything. Now I am all about Made in the USA and this gun is however, I have been careful to follow the money. This product is not your grandfathers Sig. Swiss/German influence, over engineering and clunky guns are no where present in the 365's. SigArms is now Sig Sauer and with legal problems oversees and here, New Hampshire America has room for this innovative gunmaker. Anytime a company grows this fast and broad, the road ahead can be cloudy or sunshine. Lets hope they can continue to offer great products for freedom fighters. This gun is sleek, dependable and amazingly accurate. The test target with Winchester Silvertips https://winchester.com/Products/Ammunition/Handgun/Silvertip/W9MMST2 was shot offhand at 12 yards. This ammo is published at 1005 FPS MV and my Competition Electronic Chrono https://competitionelectronics.com/products/prochrono-dlx registered 970 for the 147 Gr Silvertip with the chrono at 3 feet from the muzzle. While it generates 100 FT Lbs lighter than my .45 230Gr Defender https://winchester.com/Products/Ammunition/Handgun/Defender/S45PDB, I find with 17 plus 1, I am carrying 5922 Ft Lbs compared to only 3825 total in a 8 plus 1 .45. Not a bad trade off when you consider more chances at lead distribution and easier recoil management. By the way, with these Winchester rounds, the chrono reported a Standard Deviation of 8 for 10 rounds fired.
Again, looking for a Kydex holster from Blade Tech, they do not offer it the signature OWB series for this handgun. Go figure. Maybe someone should see if they are asleep at the wheel over there in OHIO. Anyway, I went to my friends at Four Bros right here in Logansport Indiana https://fourbrothersinc.com/collections/sig-sauer. This holster is nicely done. It presents well and is compatible with Blade Tech's Stingray attachment which is streamlined to most of my other Kydex holsters. I like the Stingray because it spreads the load bearing belt slots and will fit over my 1 3/4 inch thick Galco SB6 Gunbelt https://www.galcogunleather.com/sb6-fancy-stitched-holster-belt-1-3-4-_8_253_1268.html. I did want a leather IWB for deep cover but finding one leather lined without sweatguards is tough. So, I turned to Desantis Pegasus https://www.desantisholster.com/pegasus-kydex/slim-tuk/. It conceals very well. But my favorite training and shooting holster where I will be doing lots of presentations and re holstering, and at the same time I get rid of the clicky ticky sound of Kydex for the stealth like release of real form fitted lined leather.
Things that I really don't need or will not use on this gun is the WML rail but I understand making them for the masses. While Sig is including improved value sights, I prefer black steel simple tall sights on my guns. Until I find something more to my liking, I am ok getting by with the X-Ray3 Day/Night sights that came on the gun. I also have no use for the Loaded Chamber Indicator cut into the barrel. This is a waste and allows carbon gasses to cloud up the RDS. A true educated gun owner committed to the safe use of firearms simply does not need a LCI. There are other ways to check your chamber. The extractor register is a clue, the space between the barrel hood and breech face is a clue as well, not to mention press checking and such.
I have had not one hiccup with any and all types of ammunition I put through this thing. My Round count since May of this year is only about 1000 but it is working well and again very accurate. All of my students that have shown up with Sig 365's displayed very reliable feeding and ejection. I always take extra guns to the training session in case a students gun can't make the grade. I have a list of guns that are notorious for failures but the new me won't mention them here.
This gun breaks down so incredibly easy and cleans up even easier. I even like the duck on the backplate. Sig engineers really have done a great job with this gun and I plan on shooting it in the Shoot Sig series coming to club near you https://www.sigsauer.com/shootsig. 17 plus 1, light weight, accurate, reliable and ergonomic. What's not to like?
Having owned, carried and shot over 20 Polymer guns in my career, mostly high capacity with a few single stacks like the Ruger LC9s, I am no stranger to running these things. I often get to shoot my students guns and it is a nice way to get to know everything. Now I am all about Made in the USA and this gun is however, I have been careful to follow the money. This product is not your grandfathers Sig. Swiss/German influence, over engineering and clunky guns are no where present in the 365's. SigArms is now Sig Sauer and with legal problems oversees and here, New Hampshire America has room for this innovative gunmaker. Anytime a company grows this fast and broad, the road ahead can be cloudy or sunshine. Lets hope they can continue to offer great products for freedom fighters. This gun is sleek, dependable and amazingly accurate. The test target with Winchester Silvertips https://winchester.com/Products/Ammunition/Handgun/Silvertip/W9MMST2 was shot offhand at 12 yards. This ammo is published at 1005 FPS MV and my Competition Electronic Chrono https://competitionelectronics.com/products/prochrono-dlx registered 970 for the 147 Gr Silvertip with the chrono at 3 feet from the muzzle. While it generates 100 FT Lbs lighter than my .45 230Gr Defender https://winchester.com/Products/Ammunition/Handgun/Defender/S45PDB, I find with 17 plus 1, I am carrying 5922 Ft Lbs compared to only 3825 total in a 8 plus 1 .45. Not a bad trade off when you consider more chances at lead distribution and easier recoil management. By the way, with these Winchester rounds, the chrono reported a Standard Deviation of 8 for 10 rounds fired.
Again, looking for a Kydex holster from Blade Tech, they do not offer it the signature OWB series for this handgun. Go figure. Maybe someone should see if they are asleep at the wheel over there in OHIO. Anyway, I went to my friends at Four Bros right here in Logansport Indiana https://fourbrothersinc.com/collections/sig-sauer. This holster is nicely done. It presents well and is compatible with Blade Tech's Stingray attachment which is streamlined to most of my other Kydex holsters. I like the Stingray because it spreads the load bearing belt slots and will fit over my 1 3/4 inch thick Galco SB6 Gunbelt https://www.galcogunleather.com/sb6-fancy-stitched-holster-belt-1-3-4-_8_253_1268.html. I did want a leather IWB for deep cover but finding one leather lined without sweatguards is tough. So, I turned to Desantis Pegasus https://www.desantisholster.com/pegasus-kydex/slim-tuk/. It conceals very well. But my favorite training and shooting holster where I will be doing lots of presentations and re holstering, and at the same time I get rid of the clicky ticky sound of Kydex for the stealth like release of real form fitted lined leather.
Things that I really don't need or will not use on this gun is the WML rail but I understand making them for the masses. While Sig is including improved value sights, I prefer black steel simple tall sights on my guns. Until I find something more to my liking, I am ok getting by with the X-Ray3 Day/Night sights that came on the gun. I also have no use for the Loaded Chamber Indicator cut into the barrel. This is a waste and allows carbon gasses to cloud up the RDS. A true educated gun owner committed to the safe use of firearms simply does not need a LCI. There are other ways to check your chamber. The extractor register is a clue, the space between the barrel hood and breech face is a clue as well, not to mention press checking and such.
I have had not one hiccup with any and all types of ammunition I put through this thing. My Round count since May of this year is only about 1000 but it is working well and again very accurate. All of my students that have shown up with Sig 365's displayed very reliable feeding and ejection. I always take extra guns to the training session in case a students gun can't make the grade. I have a list of guns that are notorious for failures but the new me won't mention them here.
This gun breaks down so incredibly easy and cleans up even easier. I even like the duck on the backplate. Sig engineers really have done a great job with this gun and I plan on shooting it in the Shoot Sig series coming to club near you https://www.sigsauer.com/shootsig. 17 plus 1, light weight, accurate, reliable and ergonomic. What's not to like?
