Description
The SIG Sauer P226 X-Five Blue Moon Gen 1 is one of those pistols that immediately tells you it came from a different era of SIG Sauer craftsmanship, when the Mastershop in Germany was at its creative peak and aesthetic ambition met uncompromising precision.
Finished in the unmistakable Blue Moon frame, this early X-Five presents a striking contrast between deep cobalt tones and matte stainless steel surfaces. The brushed slide flats and barrel hood provide visual balance, while the gold-tone controls, trigger, takedown lever, decocker, and magazine release add a subtle but unmistakable sense of ceremony. It is elegant without being loud, purposeful without being sterile.
The pistol is chambered in 9mm and built on the classic all-steel X-Series platform, known for its exceptional weight balance and recoil control. The long slide and precision-fitted components reflect the X-Five’s original intent as a competition-grade pistol, yet the Blue Moon configuration elevates it firmly into the realm of collectible Mastershop artistry.
This example features Mastershop-marked wooden grips, carefully contoured and checkered, offering both visual warmth and a confident, ergonomic hold. Every surface, metal, wood, and control interface feels deliberate and cohesive, reinforcing the sense that this pistol was never meant to be ordinary.
Importantly for collectors, this pistol retains matching numbers throughout, a detail that matters deeply when evaluating early Mastershop SIGs. The overall presentation speaks to careful ownership and preservation, making it a compelling addition to a serious European pistol collection.
The P226 X-Five Blue Moon Gen 1 is not just a variant; it represents a moment in SIG Sauer history when performance, artistry, and identity converged. These early Blue Moon pistols are increasingly difficult to find, especially in complete, correct, and well-preserved condition.
A true Mastershop classic, and a standout example of what made the German-built X-Series so revered among collectors worldwide.
