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At SIG Sauer’s Range Day, the company provided a closer look at the newest additions to its double-stack 2011-style lineup: the P211 GT4 and GT5.
These pistols represent a shift away from the compensated, competition-focused GTO. Instead, they are more traditional, duty- and carry-oriented configurations while maintaining many of the same core design elements.
The GT5 is built around a 5-inch bull barrel and a steel frame paired with an aluminum grip module. The design closely follows the familiar 2011 pattern but incorporates SIG’s own manufacturing and feature choices.
According to SIG representatives, the goal was to create a versatile pistol that balances shootability, durability, and modern optics compatibility. However, they did not want to lean too heavily into race-gun territory.
Features and Configuration
The P211 GT5 ships optics-ready, using the DeltaPoint Pro footprint, while also supporting the SIG Lock optic mounting standard. Factory night sights are included. This allows the pistol to remain usable out of the box for those who choose not to mount an optic immediately.
Ergonomically, the GT5 includes an undercut trigger guard and G10 grip panels mounted to the aluminum grip module. Controls are fully ambidextrous, including the thumb safeties and slide catch, making the pistol accessible for left-handed shooters.
Unlike the GTO, the GT5 uses a non-compensated, full-length bull barrel. This simplifies the system while keeping recoil manageable through the weight of the steel frame. A full-size magwell is standard on the GT5, aiding reloads without pushing the pistol too far into competition-only use.
Magazine Compatibility and Capacity
One of the more notable design decisions is magazine compatibility. The GT5 ships with two 21-round magazines and is compatible with SIG P320 magazines. This aligns its capacity and logistics with platforms already common in both civilian and professional use.
Therefore, this choice positions the GT5 as a crossover pistol for shooters who already run P320s and want magazine commonality.
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Availability and Pricing
SIG indicated that the GT5 would be available in both black and coyote finishes, with state-compliant and optics-equipped variants planned. Units will be available shortly after SHOT Show, with shipping beginning within weeks of the show.
MSRP for the SIG P211 GT5 is expected to be around $2,200, placing it below the GTO while still firmly in the premium production 2011 category. For shooters looking for a steel-framed, optics-ready double-stack pistol without competition-specific features like a compensator, the GT5 fills a clearly defined role in SIG’s growing P211 lineup.
Check out SIG’s website for more info on the GT5 or to find a dealer near you.
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I was extremely enthused when I heard about the P211 GTO. My local gun shop got one in and I had to check it out. Disappointment followed. The lockup was terrible. Did not buy. Some weeks later they got another one in, tried it with the same results. Lockup was inconsistent. Hard pass on that one. A month goes by and they get another one in. Same problem. if Sig wants to give me one, I might take it and have a gunsmith work on getting a hard lockup. Otherwise, the P211 GTO is a failure.
What makes anyone think these new versions are going to be any better?
I wouldn’t bend over to pick up a Sig until they make me whole on the 320 that’s sitting in my safe. A thousand bucks flushed down the toilet. Can’t even use it at an IDPA match or even my own club. Send me a trade in voucher for my 320 and I’ll buy a GT4 tomorrow.
Duplicate article .
You must really love Sigs to spend $2,200.00 on a non-custom 2011 .
Would gladly pony up the green on a GT4, but not in 9mm.