Product Spotlight: Sig Sauer XMacro Comp

In this video, Jude from Brownell’s takes a close look at the SIG Sauer P365X Macro Comp, highlighting its standout features as an out-of-the-box concealed carry option. After a hands-on range test, he’s joined by Caleb for a second opinion, offering real-time feedback on grip comfort, recoil control, and optics performance.

What You Will Learn

Viewers will get a clear, first-hand look at how the P365X Macro Comp performs at the range—specifically the impact of the built-in compensator, the value of the optics-ready slide, and how the full-size grip improves handling. 

Benefit

If you're considering a concealed carry pistol and want to avoid the hassle and cost of aftermarket upgrades, this video will help you decide if the Macro Comp is right for you. It’s a quick, informative watch packed with practical insights from real shooters.

Introduction

If you're looking for a concealed carry handgun that punches way above its price point, the SIG Sauer P365X Macro Comp might just be your perfect match. In this post, I’ll walk you through my first impressions, performance at the range, and how it compares to other compact options.

Let’s dive in.

First Impressions: Compact, Capable, and Comfortable

Right out of the box, the P365X Macro Comp feels like it’s built for serious carry—without compromising comfort or performance.

This model includes:

• A built-in compensator

• Full-length grip (a big win for those of us tired of dangling pinkies)

• Optics-ready slide for red dot users

• Solid fit and finish that rivals more expensive options

For the price, it's packed with features that would normally cost you extra if bought separately.

Range Time: Testing the Compensator

Once we hit the range, the compensator proved itself quickly.

The muzzle stays down impressively during rapid fire. Combined with the full-size grip, I was able to keep a tight and controlled grip even through multiple rounds. The recoil is not just manageable—it’s actually enjoyable to shoot. The compensator genuinely makes a difference, especially in follow-up shots.

Grip and Ergonomics: Built for Real Hands

One of my biggest gripes with small handguns is poor grip ergonomics—especially the dreaded pinky hang-off. Not here.

The full-length grip provides a secure, complete purchase, making it feel more like a duty-sized pistol than a subcompact. Everything from where the trigger finger falls to how the backstrap fills the hand is just... right.

If you’ve ever struggled with snappy micro-compacts, this one’s going to feel like a dream.

Second Opinion: Caleb’s Take

Caleb joined me at the range for his first impressions.

He agreed right away that the full grip makes a huge difference, especially when compared to other guns in this size category. What stood out to him most, though, was the value:

“You’d normally have to buy a threaded barrel and compensator separately. This saves money and hassle.”

Caleb also pointed out that for fans of optics, this model is a no-brainer. It comes ready for red dots out of the box. While he's still getting used to dot shooting on pistols, he noted that it's definitely trainable—and worth the effort.

Why Buy a Comped Gun Out of the Box?

One major benefit of the P365X Macro Comp is convenience. Instead of spending extra cash and time upgrading a base model, this pistol comes ready with:

• An integrated compensator

• Optics cut slide

• Extended grip module

That makes it cheaper and easier to get fully set up right from the start.

Final Thoughts: Is It Worth It?

Absolutely. If you're in the market for a concealed carry gun that’s optics-ready, compensator-equipped, and comfortable to shoot, the P365X Macro Comp is hard to beat.

For around the same price you’d spend upgrading a stock pistol, you're getting a refined, performance-driven platform straight from the box.

Conclusion 

That wraps up our hands-on with the SIG Sauer P365X Macro Comp. We had a blast shooting it, and we think you will too.

Have questions or want to share your own experience with the Macro Comp? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear your thoughts.