SIG Sauer P320 Banned from use in IDPA [2025]

The saga surrounding the SIG Sauer P320 continues to evolve. This morning we woke up from an announcement from IDPA, one of the largest bodies of competitive action shooting in the United States. Bottom line, IDPA has banned the SIG P320 and all variants from all IDPA events effective immediately. Up to now only individual clubs across IDPA and USPSA have moved to ban the 320, making this a significant shift in response. The question remains, will IDPA be the last competitive organization to do this, or will more follow suit?

Check out the official statement of the IDPA’s announcement below. You can also read their post directly on the IDPA website >>HERE<<. If you find yourself needing a replacement for your P320 in IDPA, don’t fret! Take a look at our list of top P320 alternatives >>HERE<<.

Important Announcement From IDPA

The International Defensive Pistol Association, Inc. (IDPA), in response to numerous reports and videos, is immediately prohibiting the use of the SIG Sauer P320 in all of it’s variants from any competition or event under the name of IDPA. All other SIG Sauer models may be used in the division appropriate for their configuration.

The goal of IDPA is safety first for our members, competitors, staff and spectators and all others associated with any IDPA event. While we have no direct knowledge of the potential technical defect of the weapon system, the volume of ranges, organizations and military units declaring a problem has made it too visible to deny. We will re-evaluate this decision in the future if new credible information emerges.

We are aware that this decision will affect a limited number of competitors at the National Championship. Please understand that safety for all in the sport is paramount. For those affected, please contact he**@id**.com . Division changes for those affected will be allowed until August 8.

“IDPA is committed to maintaining a fair, competitive, and inclusive environment for all shooters,” said IDPA President Joyce Wilson. “Banning a particular firearm is the last thing we ever want to do as an organization, but the safety of our members and potential spectators has to come first.”

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