SIG SAUER SP2022/SP2022М - Manual (Page 14)

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2.2 Mechanical characteristics and Weapon
theory
2.3 Weapon description
2.3.1 general
Sig Sauer pistols are modern handguns complying with the latest technical
advances in weapon design for military, police and sporting use. they operate on
the principle of the mechanically locked, recoil-operated pistol with semi-automatic
reloading
2.3.2 Principal features
the distinctive contrast sights in conjunction with the ergonomically favorable grip
design permit rapid, precision target acquisition and firing.
exchangeable grip plates of different sizes allow for an optimum adaptation of the
weapon to the hand of the user.
the magazine catch can simply be repositioned from left-hand to right-hand
operation.
a Picatinny rail is integrated into the frame such that tactical additional equipment
can be attached.
the enclosed design prevents the penetration of dirt inside the weapon.
the SP 2022 pistol is available as double action/single action (da/Sa) or as double
action only