Accuracy was excellent, befitting a SIG tactical pistol. All three loads fed flawlessly and shot accurately both from the bench at 25 yards and from a more realistic self-defense distance of 7 yards standing. The high sights were an absolute dream, making me look like a better shot than I am in reality. The only downside to the gun for me is its grip circumference, which is a tad thick for those of us with small hands. If you can palm a basketball, however, you probably won't even notice.

As mentioned, this is not a gun you should plan on carrying concealed. High sights lend themselves to snagging on the draw or on re-holstering. It is also a fairly large handgun, which some folks will find both difficult to conceal and on the heavy side. But if you want a tactical handgun for home-defense or just need an excuse to go out and finally buy that suppressor, the P220 Combat TB is the gun for you.

Manufacturer: SIG Sauer; (603) 772-2302; Sigsauer.com

Type: Recoil-operated; semi-automatic

Caliber: .45 ACP

Capacity: 8+1; 10+1

Frame: Alloy

Slide: 7.2 inches; stainless steel

Finish: Flat Dark Earth frame and grips; Nitron slide

Barrel: 5 inches; hard-chromed, Nitron; threaded

Rifling: 6 grooves; 1:16 LH

Grips: Polymer; Flat Dark Earth

Sights: High profile; SIGLITE Night Sights

Trigger Pull Weight: 9.75 pounds double-action; 4.5 pounds single-action

Length: 8.3 inches

Width: 11⁄2 inches

Height: 51⁄2 inches

Weight: 31.7 ounces (w/magazine)

Accessories: 10-round magazine w/extension

Suggested Retail Price: $1,286

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