Tools used in the Sig Classic Series Videos
In the Sig Classic Series of videos I used several tools and I figured that I would share what I used for each step in this post. There are affiliate links in this posting to get you to the exact product that I own and used in the video series. Not all links are affiliate links.
When purchasing tools I try to buy them from Brownells since they have a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. I have roll pin punches that have been replaced with no hassle because I broke one. Yes, I do have a couple of Harbor Freight tools that I used in this video. They serve their purpose.
Since the primary firearm in the video is being re-finished, I used steel punches instead of brass. You will see brass punches used on the Stainless Steel Slide since it was not going to be refinished and I didn’t want to mark up the finish.
Tools used in the Sig Classic Series Videos:
Sig Classic Frame Disassembly Video
Removing Grips
Brownells Magna Tip Magnetic Law Enforcement Handle with the 340-4 tip (The Slotted Screw Driver Tip of the Sig Arms Combo Tool does not fit older P226 Grip Screws which have a narrower slot)
Torx uses a T25 Tip
Sig Sauer E2 Grip Tool
11″ Zip Tie Cut down to 3″ and doubled over
Removing the Slide Lock Lever
1/8″ Punch (Any size punch below this size will do)
Hammer Stop Pin Removal
Brownells Universal Pistol Armorers Block (you can use a piece of 2X4 with holes drilled into it as well)
Removing the Trigger Bar Spring
Removing the Safety Lever, Sear and Sear Spring
3/32″ Punch (used on the Sear Pin)
Lyman Tapper Hammer (Hammer with Brass and Nylon heads)
Sig Arms Combination Tool with the Extractor Removal Tip (used on Sear Spring)
Remove Hammer Strut (old Style)
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Extractor Removal Tip to take the Hammer Strut Seat off the frame – There is the Old Style Strut Removal Tip with the Sig Arms Combination tool but I don’t like using it as I feel that a flat tip gives me more control.
Disassembly of the old style of Hammer Strut
11″ zip tie
3/32″ Hollow-Ended Starter Punch (used to start the push of the Mainspring Pin)
5/64″ Roll Pin Punch (used to drive out the Mainspring Pin)
4″ Magnetic Parts holder (to catch Mainspring Pin when it comes out of the Hammer Strut)
13/32″ Diagonal Cutters (4″ OAL) for cutting zip ties
Remove Hammer Strut (new Style)
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Extractor Removal Tip (remove the Hammer Strut Seat)
Remove Hammer
1/8″ Punch (Any size punch below this size will do)
Remove Decocking Lever
5/16″ X 6″ Slotted Screw Driver
Remove Magazine Catch
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Magazine Catch Removal Tip (used on Magazine Stop)
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Extractor Removal Tip (used on Magazine Catch Support Plate)
Sig Classic Frame Assembly Video
Install Magazine Catch
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Magazine Catch Removal Tip (used on Magazine Stop)
Install Decocking Lever
Punch (to maneuver the bearing into the hole – just about any size will do)
Install Sear and Sear Spring
“Q-tip” cut to 1 1/2″ with no ends
Brownells Universal Pistol Armorers Block (you can use a piece of 2X4 with holes drilled into it as well)
Lyman Tapper Hammer (Hammer with Brass and Nylon heads)
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Extractor Removal Tip (used on sear spring)
Reassembly of the old style of Hammer Strut Assembly
2″ square piece of cardboard
11″ Zip Tie
3/32″ Hollow-Ended Starter Punch
Install Old Style of Hammer Strut Assembly
5/16″ x 6″ Slotted Screwdriver (Install the Hammer Strut Seat)
Install New Style of Hammer Strut Assembly
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Extractor Removal Tip (Install the Hammer Strut Seat)
Install Hammer Stop Pin
5/64″ Hollow-Ended Starter Punch
Brownells Universal Pistol Armorers Block (you can use a piece of 2X4 with holes drilled into it as well)
Lyman Tapper Hammer (Hammer with Brass and Nylon heads)
Install Safety Lever
“Q-tip” cut to 1 1/2″ with no ends
Lyman Tapper Hammer (Hammer with Brass and Nylon heads)
Install Locking Insert
Install Trigger Bar Spring
Install Screw In Grip Panels
Brownells Magna Tip Magnetic Law Enforcement Handle with the 340-4 tip (The Slotted Screw Driver Tip of the Sig Arms Combo Tool does not fit older P226 Grip Screws which have a narrower slot)
Torx uses a T25 Tip
Install E2 Grips
11″ Zip Tie Cut down to 3″ and doubled over
Sig Classic Slide Disassembly and Reassembly Video
Carbon Steel Slide Disassembly
1/8″ Roll Pin Punch – Drive out both inner and outer roll pins at the same time
Brownells Universal Pistol Armorers Block (you can use a piece of 2X4 with holes drilled into it as well)
Sig Arms Combination Tool with Extractor Removal Tip
Carbon Steel Slide Reassembly
Lyman Tapper Hammer (Hammer with Brass and Nylon heads) – Install Extractor and Roll Pins
3.5mm Hollow-Ended Roll Pin Holder Starter Punch – Outer Roll Pin
Hollow-Ended Roll Pin Holder Starter Punch – Inner Roll Pin
Brownells Universal Pistol Armorers Block (you can use a piece of 2X4 with holes drilled into it as well)
Punch for pressing in firing pin
Punch to bring pin flush (Same as firing pin)
1/8″ Roll Pin Punch to bring pins just below the slide surface
Stainless Steel Slide Disassembly
Brownells Universal Pistol Armorers Block (you can use a piece of 2X4 with holes drilled into it as well)
Brownells Magna Tip Magnetic Law Enforcement Handle with the 120-3 tip (just needed a small tip for the magnet)
3/32″ Punch (just about any size will do to press in the Firing Pin Safety Lock)
Sig Arms Combination Tool with the Extractor Removal Tip
3.5mm Hollow-Ended Roll Pin Holder Starter Punch
Stainless Steel Slide Reassembly
Brownells Universal Pistol Armorers Block (you can use a piece of 2X4 with holes drilled into it as well)
Brownells Magna Tip Magnetic Law Enforcement Handle with the 120-3 tip (just needed a small tip for the magnet)
3.5mm Hollow-Ended Roll Pin Holder Starter Punch
3/32″ Punch (just about any size will do to press in the Firing Pin Safety Lock)
3/32″ Brass Roll Pin Punch (Found on eBay- do not use Steel Hammer on Brass Punches)
Lyman Tapper Hammer (Hammer with Brass and Nylon heads)
Tools Used off Camera
13/32″ Diagonal Cutters (4″ OAL) for cutting zip ties
17 In. Mini Magnetic Sweeper (used to find the Magazine Catch Stop after it shot out of the Magazine catch)
2.5-Liter Ultrasonic Cleaner with Simple Green Solution for cleaning