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Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Gun

The P229 Legion is a compact double-stack premium model featuring Legion gray PVD finish on the stainless steel slide and frame, custom G10 grips with Legion medallion, a reduced and contoured beavertail, front slide cocking serrations, aggressive front-strap checkering, short-reset trigger, and X-RAY3 day/night sights. It was offered in 9mm, .40 S&W, and 357 SIG in DA/SA configuration, with the 9mm also available in SAO (non-optics-ready and optics-ready) versions.

Production

Production ran from 2017 through 2022.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $1,300 – $1,430. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $950–$1,150.

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

The P229 Legion variants represent SIG Sauer’s premium refinement of the compact P229 platform. The Legion gray PVD finish, enhanced ergonomics, upgraded trigger components, and premium G10 grips provide improved durability, corrosion resistance, and handling compared with standard models. The DA/SA versions were produced in 9mm, .40 S&W, and 357 SIG, while the 9mm SAO variant (both non-optics-ready and optics-ready) offered a consistent single-action trigger pull with an ambidextrous thumb safety. The non-optics-ready SAO models were produced earlier in the Legion series, with optics-ready versions introduced later to meet modern red-dot preferences. These models maintain the compact size and reliability of the P229 while providing high-end features.