Description
The SIG Sauer P229 E2 magazine is the correct factory replacement for shooters running a P229 in 9mm who want to stay with the E2 grip frame platform. SIG redesigned the E2 grip to reduce its circumference compared to the original P229 frame, and the magazine’s baseplate is shaped to fit flush against that narrower grip geometry — an original P229 magazine will not seat cleanly here. That compatibility point matters because the P229 ships in several generations, and grabbing the wrong spare can result in a magazine that rattles, fails to lock, or won’t drop free on the reload.
The steel body provides the rigidity needed to maintain reliable feeding through sustained use. A flush-fit design keeps the grip profile consistent with what the shooter trained on, which is the practical reason to choose it over an extended baseplate in a carry or duty context — the gun handles identically whether the magazine is fully loaded or topped off on the clock. At 15 rounds, this is a full-capacity option for the platform, giving the P229 the same count as the wider double-stack 9mm service pistols SIG produces without adding length to the grip.
This magazine is specifically designated for E2 and updated P229 models. Shooters running an older P229 with the original grip frame should verify their generation before ordering, as the baseplate geometry differs between the two designs. For those with the correct pistol, this is a straightforward factory part with no substitutions or guesswork involved.
Shipping and availability: This item cannot be shipped directly to California, Rhode Island and Washington. It cannot be sold into Oregon. Check your state and local requirements before ordering.




