Type: Double Action Caliber: .45ACP Weight unloaded: 815 g Length: 185 mm Barrel length: 99 mm Capacity: 6 rounds
First introduced in 1998, this compact pistol is a "cut-down" variant
of the famous SIG-Sauer P220 pistol. Intended mostly
for US market, this pistol is suitable for concealed carry and as a police
backup weapon. The P245 has a traditional SIG-Sauer reliability, and, while
somewhat heavy for a concealed gun, it offers a good recoil control. P245 is
manufactured in Germany by the J. P. Sauer & Sohn company, which is a part
of the international SIGARMS corporation.
P245 is a short recoil operated, locked breech pistol. It uses a typical
Browning-style cam operated barrel, which locks into the ejection window in the
slide. The slide is made from stamped steel, and has a separate breechblock held
within the slide by the cross-pin. The frame is made from aluminum. The trigger
is double action, with external hammer and a decocking lever on the left side of
the frame. There's no manual safety, but P245 is provided with automatic firing
pin safety.