Description
There are target pistols, and then there is the P226 X-Five. This is SIG Custom Works taking the proven P226 platform and building it into a dedicated single action match gun, with a 5 inch bull barrel, a full stainless steel frame, and enough weight (46.2 ounces of it) to keep the muzzle planted through fast strings. That heft is the point. Recoil feels more like a nudge than a snap, and the sights settle back on target almost before you notice they left.
A Trigger You Can Truly Make Your Own
The AX3 single action trigger system is where the X-Five STAS separates itself from just about everything else in the case. Pull weight and overtravel are both adjustable, and the trigger shoe itself is removable and adjustable for length of pull, so you can tune the whole setup to your hand and your discipline. Most people find it excellent right out of the box, but the option to fine-tune it is a big part of what makes this pistol special.
Sights, Optics, and Controls on the X-Five STAS
Up top you get a green fiber optic front sight paired with an adjustable Dawson-style rear plate. When you are ready to run a dot, the rear plate comes off so you can direct-mount a ROMEO1PRO, ROMEO2, or any optic on the PRO footprint, no adapter plate needed. The controls are extended and finished in black for a sharp contrast against the stainless, the thumb safety is ambidextrous, and the takedown lever is shaped into a gas pedal shelf for your support thumb. Hogue G10 Piranha grips and a flared magwell round out a package clearly designed by people who compete.
Why the P226 X-Five Earns Its Reputation
This version ships with three 10-round steel magazines and an M1913 rail underneath for a light or laser. Whether you are shooting bullseye, steel, or just chasing tighter groups on paper, the X-Five STAS is the kind of pistol that shows you exactly what you are capable of. It is a serious tool for serious range work, and it looks fantastic doing it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 226X5-9-STAS-10
- UPC: 798681676354
- Model: P226 X-Five STAS
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Single Action Only (SAO)
- Capacity: 10+1 Rounds
- Barrel: 5" Bull Barrel
- Overall Length: 8.6"
- Weight: 46.2 oz
- Frame: Stainless Steel
- Slide: Optic Ready, Serrated (PRO footprint)
- Sights: Fiber Optic Front / Adjustable Rear
- Grips: Hogue G10 Piranha
- Safety: Ambidextrous Thumb Safety
- Rail: M1913 Picatinny Accessory Rail
- Magazines Included: 3 x 10-Round Steel
What’s Included
- Sig Sauer P226 X-Five STAS pistol
- Three 10-round steel magazines
- SIG Custom Works lockable hard case
- SIG Custom Works challenge coin
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mount a red dot on the P226 X-Five STAS?
Yes. The X-Series slide is cut so the adjustable rear sight plate can be removed, letting you direct-mount a ROMEO1PRO, ROMEO2, or any optic that uses the standard PRO footprint. No adapter plates required, which keeps the dot sitting nice and low.
How adjustable is the trigger on the X-Five STAS?
The AX3 single action trigger system is adjustable for pull weight and overtravel, and the trigger shoe itself is removable and adjustable for length of pull. Most owners find the factory setting is already excellent, but the adjustability lets you tailor it precisely to your hand and shooting style.
Do standard P226 magazines work in the X-Five?
No, standard P226 magazines like the common 18-round MecGar mags do not fit the X-Five due to its flared magwell and X-Series baseplates. That is why SIG includes three factory magazines with the correct baseplates. This particular model ships with three 10-round steel magazines.
Is the Sig P226 X-Five STAS good for competition?
That is exactly what it was built for. The 5 inch bull barrel, 46.2 ounce all-steel construction, tuned single action trigger, and flared magwell make it a natural for bullseye, steel matches, and precision target work. The weight soaks up 9mm recoil so follow-up shots come quick and flat.





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