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Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Gun

The P220 Emperor Scorpion is a 10mm Auto Elite-based model featuring a bronze PVD finish on the stainless steel slide and frame. It incorporates the full Elite package of a beavertail frame extension, front slide cocking serrations, and front-strap checkering along with the short-reset trigger. It was produced with G10 grips and adjustable or fixed sights depending on the specific configuration.

Production

Production ran from 2018 through 2020.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $1,450–$1,550. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $1,050–$1,350.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	10 mm
Alias:	N/A
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Analysis

The P220 Emperor Scorpion represents an upgraded evolution of the earlier Scorpion treatment with a distinctive bronze PVD finish and the full Elite ergonomic package. The later production models include an integrated Picatinny accessory rail, while an early version without the rail was also produced. The heavier stainless steel construction and 5-inch barrel were chosen to effectively manage the recoil and pressures of the 10mm Auto cartridge. These limited Lipsey’s exclusive models offered enhanced durability, corrosion resistance, and refined handling for both hunting and defensive applications. They stand as one of the final premium expressions of the classic metal-frame P220 platform before SIG Sauer’s primary focus shifted to the Legion series.