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Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Gun

The P228 M11 is a compact double-stack 9mm pistol. Military M11s were contract variants of the P228 produced for U.S. armed forces and federal agencies. They typically feature the same mechanical design as the commercial P228 but often include phosphate-coated internals.

Production

Production of this military version began in 1989 and ran through 2006.

Market value

There was no standard civilian MSRP, as most were produced under military/government contracts. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $750 – $1,050.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	9 mm Luger
Alias:	9 mm Parabellum
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Analysis

The M11 designation refers to military-issue P228 pistols. While mechanically nearly identical to the standard commercial P228, many M11 examples received enhanced corrosion protection and specific contract markings. Both the commercial P228 and military M11 were highly regarded for their reliability and compact size in 9mm. These models will typically have 'U.S.' and 'M11' stamped on the right side of the frame. Many M11s have phosphate-coated (gray/green) internal parts for better corrosion resistance in maritime environments. Used market values are higher for documented military-issue pistols with original markings, low round count, and original box/papers. Many M11s on the market today are former military surplus.