Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction, this is the Sig Sauer P228.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Sig Sauer
Model: P228
Serial: B246677
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 3.9"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Night Sight Post with Fixed Night Sight Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic Grips with P228 Logos
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Sig Sauer P228 is a compact double-action/single-action semi-automatic pistol that earned an outstanding reputation for reliability, accuracy, and handling, becoming one of the most respected service and defensive handguns of the late 20th century. Manufactured by SIG Sauer, the P228 was introduced during the 1980s as a more compact alternative to the larger P226 while retaining the same core operating system and high-quality construction. Chambered primarily in 9mm Luger, the pistol utilized a locked-breech, short-recoil design with a traditional DA/SA trigger system and a frame-mounted decocking lever, allowing the hammer to be safely lowered without manually pulling the trigger. One of the defining characteristics of the P228 was its balance between compact dimensions and service-grade shootability, offering a shorter slide and barrel while still maintaining a comfortable grip and a double-stack magazine, typically holding 13 rounds. The pistol featured an aluminum alloy frame paired with a stamped carbon steel slide fitted with a pinned breech block, a design that helped reduce weight while maintaining durability and reliable cycling. Most examples included SIG’s signature ergonomic grip shape, fixed combat sights, and smooth contours that made the pistol comfortable both to shoot and carry. In practical use, the P228 became highly respected among law enforcement agencies, military units, and civilian shooters for its exceptional reliability and natural handling.
Model: P228
Serial: B246677
Caliber: 9mm
Finish: Black
Barrel Length: 3.9"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Night Sight Post with Fixed Night Sight Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Black Synthetic Grips with P228 Logos
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Sig Sauer P228 is a compact double-action/single-action semi-automatic pistol that earned an outstanding reputation for reliability, accuracy, and handling, becoming one of the most respected service and defensive handguns of the late 20th century. Manufactured by SIG Sauer, the P228 was introduced during the 1980s as a more compact alternative to the larger P226 while retaining the same core operating system and high-quality construction. Chambered primarily in 9mm Luger, the pistol utilized a locked-breech, short-recoil design with a traditional DA/SA trigger system and a frame-mounted decocking lever, allowing the hammer to be safely lowered without manually pulling the trigger. One of the defining characteristics of the P228 was its balance between compact dimensions and service-grade shootability, offering a shorter slide and barrel while still maintaining a comfortable grip and a double-stack magazine, typically holding 13 rounds. The pistol featured an aluminum alloy frame paired with a stamped carbon steel slide fitted with a pinned breech block, a design that helped reduce weight while maintaining durability and reliable cycling. Most examples included SIG’s signature ergonomic grip shape, fixed combat sights, and smooth contours that made the pistol comfortable both to shoot and carry. In practical use, the P228 became highly respected among law enforcement agencies, military units, and civilian shooters for its exceptional reliability and natural handling.
The pistol gained particular recognition after being adopted by branches of the U.S. military as the M11 sidearm, where it served pilots, investigators, and specialized personnel who required a compact but highly dependable handgun. Shooters praised the P228 for its excellent accuracy, soft recoil impulse, and smooth double-action trigger pull, while the low bore axis and balanced frame contributed to fast follow-up shots and strong practical control. The pistol’s compact size also made it highly effective for concealed carry compared to larger duty pistols of the era. Although later models like the P229 eventually replaced it in many roles due to their ability to handle higher-pressure calibers such as .40 S&W and .357 SIG, the P228 remained widely admired for its refined balance and classic German SIG craftsmanship. Today, the Sig Sauer P228 is regarded as one of the finest compact service pistols ever produced, appreciated by collectors and shooters alike for its reliability, elegant design, military history, and exceptionally well-balanced shooting characteristics.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with the Sig Sauer case and all other contents pictured above.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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Additional Information
GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1177061277 |
BidPrice: |
71.69 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-05-31 21:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
1038.99 |
SoldOutTime: |
2026-05-31 17:42:47 |
