Today there will be a lot of attention paid as SIG unveils its new “Legion Series,” which is partly composed of two prominent SIG Sauer pistols—the P226 and P229— that have been enhanced ...

The P226 Elite SAO takes its cues from both the traditional lineup of SIG pistols and the competition-proven X-series, allowing it to serve double duty for competition and self-defense.

The P226 in SEAL service became known as the Mk. 25. The handgun was a derivative of the original Sig P10, a highly successful handgun in its own right, but updated with modern features.

Although SIG is now promoting a newer line of striker-fired pistols—that went on to win the 2017 contract to replace the Beretta in U.S. service—the P226 is still a good choice for those that ...