The P229 is the compact model of the P226 often used for duty or concealed carry purposes. The P229 as developed with service in mind and is currently on duty with various law enforcement and military units worldwide. Most recently the Proforce P229 Airsoft pistol was selected by the official U.S. Coast Guard as its official training model .The P229 ProForce has the same unparalleled look and feel as its 9mm counterpart providing optimal skill building drill time on and off the range with this airsoft offering. You will find no more natural way to train.