Just had to share my second timne at the range with this gun. I switched from 180 gr Blazer Brass to Winchester 165 gr and did a lot of dry firing in between. The trigger felt a lot smother and lighter then the first time I took it out a couple of weeks ago. I'm damn impressed with what me and my Sigma did tonight, what ya think?
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.:smt023
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.:smt023
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:
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. :smt033:smt033 Texas is backlogged right now so it will 90-100 days after I send the the $140 to get my papers. :smt076
In Colorado it is about $100-150 for the class, depends if you want time on the range or not and then $152 for the permit. You only need to pass a written test though, no actual shooting test is required.
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