You sure are doing a fine job with that .40ve. I have had the same model for about 3yrs now and it's a good shooter. Took awhile for the trigger to come in but I learned to live with it. I use it as HD and sometimes in the truck. One other thing the price wasn't bad and I got a knife with it plus two 14rds mags. good luck with yours.

Originally Posted by Baldy

You sure are doing a fine job with that .40ve. I have had the same model for about 3yrs now and it's a good shooter. Took awhile for the trigger to come in but I learned to live with it. I use it as HD and sometimes in the truck. One other thing the price wasn't bad and I got a knife with it plus two 14rds mags. good luck with yours.

Thanx! I get 2 extra free clips and a $50 rebate. I hope to get into competition shooting with my Sigma with heavy trigger and all. I like going against the grain and using uncommon things. Hopefully I can get good enough, that's why I like to post up progress of how I'm shooting because I don't really know if I am shooting good, bad, or really good. I know a little bit but like to hear other peoples opinions. This a big improvement since the first time I went to the range, here is a pick of 1 of my targets from the first time:

4-5 Yards First Time

nice groupings! I am wanting bad to take mine back to the range for some shooting but just been working to much, hopeful in the next coming weeks

I put another 50 rounds through mine this afternoon. I have the 9mm and I really do not see why this gun gets such a bad rap. It's accurate, it's reliable, and it didn't cost a lot. I'm very pleased with mine.

I picked up a Sigma 9ve a couple of weeks ago myself. So far, it seems just fine. I still have yet to hit the range....too busy.

My .40 Sigma had such a terrible trigger pull (when new) I became determined to learn to shoot it well, or die trying.

I loved the ergos - the gun fit my hand perfectly. And it was cheap!

So, I dry fired it hundreds of times (with snap caps), and fired 300-400 rounds out of it.

One day, the trigger pull fixed itself!

Still not a competition pistol, but a damn fine (and inexpensive) defense gun.

Just traded for a 40ve today I love the balance and the compact size of it.

Looks like the Sigma is finally getting some respect on a lot of forums lately, compared to about a year ago. I guess a lot of people took advantage of the sweet rebates and now we have people posting opinions that have actually shot the gun. I just wish they made a compact version for easier concealed carry.

Originally Posted by Nozoki

Looks like the Sigma is finally getting some respect on a lot of forums lately, compared to about a year ago. I guess a lot of people took advantage of the sweet rebates and now we have people posting opinions that have actually shot the gun. I just wish they made a compact version for easier concealed carry.

I'm just 5.9 and it fits me just right unlike a full sized 1911.

Originally Posted by Deltaboy1984

I'm just 5.9 and it fits me just right unlike a full sized 1911.

It's not bad, but I'm 6'4" and a lot of my shirts are too short. I don't like IWB carry so I use a Serpa. It keeps it pretty high up, but my shirts still don't always cover well. Not too big a deal here in VA, as open carry is legal. But I'd still like a reliable, affordable S&W to compete with the Glock 26. Until then I've just been trying to find longer shirts. I guess I need to shop at Tall & Fat to find something that fits better.

It's been a very good week for me. I mailed out my ccw application. Now have to wait 45 days to pick up. And ordered my sigma sw40ve. Thanks to all the positive post here. I have been lurking here for about 3 months and this is my first post. Love this forum!

Originally Posted by Nozoki

It's not bad, but I'm 6'4" and a lot of my shirts are too short. I don't like IWB carry so I use a Serpa. It keeps it pretty high up, but my shirts still don't always cover well. Not too big a deal here in VA, as open carry is legal. But I'd still like a reliable, affordable S&W to compete with the Glock 26. Until then I've just been trying to find longer shirts. I guess I need to shop at Tall & Fat to find something that fits better.

Yep that is what I tell my students at the HS who are 6.3 + get extra tall shirt so they stay tucked in and you keep in dress code.

Looks like the Sigma is finally getting some respect on a lot of forums lately, compared to about a year ago.

finally enough suckers who bought one to pat each other on the back?

joking.

I will using my Sigma to get my CCL here in TX later this month.

you know what would be great? a compact sigma. no, not like that crappy little .380 that was made way back, i mean a compact version of the 9VE and 40VE. i'd buy one without thinking about it.

I shot almost 50 rounds through it and after always having a steel gun I found the recoil of the Sigma to be sharp.

I was using Speer 180 FMJ Lawman

Originally Posted by Deltaboy1984

I shot almost 50 rounds through it and after always having a steel gun I found the recoil of the Sigma to be sharp.

I was using Speer 180 FMJ Lawman

Very light gun and a pretty hot load make for a bit of a kick. You get used to it quickly. I highly recommend a Hogue Handall overwrap grip for less than $10. It will help with recoil control and give a dampening effect to the smacking your hand takes between the thumb and index finger. Look at the pics of my gun in the Sigma Owners Step In thread.

Originally Posted by Dsig1

Very light gun and a pretty hot load make for a bit of a kick. You get used to it quickly. I highly recommend a Hogue Handall overwrap grip for less than $10. It will help with recoil control and give a dampening effect to the smacking your hand takes between the thumb and index finger. Look at the pics of my gun in the Sigma Owners Step In thread.

Thanks for the tip I have a hogue on my 45.

I've put about 250 rds through mine and love it, once I got used to the pull anyway. I too wish they made a compact version as this is too large for a cc but it is perfect for a hd or truck gun.

Got the handball and did a little painting

I took mine to the range today after a total tear down and reassembly last night for cleaning, some minor adjustments to the trigger spring and installation of a stronger Wolff spring and guide rod assembly. I experienced my first problems ever with my Sigma. A couple of FTE's and some failures to return to battery, both probably caused by the stronger Wolff spring. The good news is that it loosened up a bit and was much better at the end of the session. Also, it was much easier on the hand with much less recoil. Better follow up shot/target acquisition. I love playing with this toy. Note the trigger stop on the back of my trigger as part of the trigger job done on it. I also think I've found a way to reduce about 1/3" of initial trigger play in it. I'll let you in on the secret if it works. Keep posting reports on your gun and shooting experiences. I like to see what other Sigma owners are up to.

FYI:
If the Hand All moves around during range sessions, you can use some 2 way golf grip tape and application solvent to eliminate the problem.

Took my CCL yesterday scored 100 on the written test and 244 out of 250 on the Shooting. Texas is backlogged right now so it will 90-100 days after I send the the $140 to get my papers.

It's $140 to process the papers and get your CCW permit in Texas? Wow, in PA, it only cost me $25 and the process took 9 days.

Originally Posted by Dsig1

It's $140 to process the papers and get your CCW permit in Texas? Wow, in PA, it only cost me $25 and the process took 9 days.

Another $125.00 to take the class so you qualify for the CHL. REAL expensive in TX.