Silence, Respect, Dignity, and Perseverance: The Story of the M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols

[@natasharomanoff959]

This is so much more than a gun. This is honoring not only those guarding the crypts, but all of the unknown soldiers that gave all. I have friends and family members that a veterans, and an in-law that was KIA in Iraq. I unfortunately did not get the pleasure of meeting him, (he was 20 years old) but I know and love his mother, sister and cousin (My sister in-law) and things like this are just so very special. This means a lot to me as some with immense respect for ALL soldiers! I had the honor of witnessing the changing of the guard and it was truly humbling. ALL of Arlington Cemetery is very humbling. Lots of tears. When I visited, this weapon had not been made yet, so this is new to me. Well done SIG. Thank You!

[@doren8491]

I'm 72, a USN Vietnam veteran. I've been to the tomb 2 times in my life and so moved by the Sentinels dedication each time. I salute you!

[@SheepdogSmokey]

Thank you for your service Sailor, first and foremost. My nephew is currently in the Sea Cadets, and while for now he's saying he wants to go Army (my Dad was Army) he keeps saying things that make me think he'll be going Navy.

[@chuckaustin2406]

Thank you, Sig Sauer for the thought and effort you put into creating this beautiful sidearm for our Sentinels to carry. The symbolism of the engravings makes it extremely special. Tomb of The Unknown Soldier Sentinel 165, 1975-77

[@steveb6103]

Thankyou for your service! I was there 6/6/1976 . And saw the changing of the guard. Well done sir.

[@SheepdogSmokey]

Thank you so much for all you did to honor these Soldiers. My family has a history, that now I'm sad I didn't follow, from the Revolutionary War to even today and my nephew is going to continue soon. The Tomb epitomizes that all gave some, but some gave all!

[@ALEX173446]

Thank you Sentinel 165 and Sig Sauer

[@DCIROCK23]

I'm 40, former Airforce 2nd Lieutenant, thank you for this contribution it mean alot to those protect this country and fight for the freedom of this country. Both my self and my wife conceal carry with Sig Sauer everydays. Thank you for create a great tool for us to protect our nation and families.

[@crupert23225]

Deepest respect to Sig Sauer for creating these works of art for the sentinels. The video doesn't begin to address the extreme craftsmanship that went into these special pistols for these special men. They are priceless pieces that demonstrate the appropriately phenomenal level of respect, not only for the sentinels but for the ceremony and its underlying purpose. Thank you to Sig Sauer, the sentinels, and those for whom the tomb exists.

[@robertbest8253]

You're a class act Sig Sauer! Thank you for this Tribute to our Veterans.

[@abar7178]

There is a saying all veterans hold deep within our hearts and on this sacred day. I share with all. "To Those Who Fought For It. Freedom Has A Taste. The Protected Will Never Know. " To all my fellow Brothers and Sisters who have served. Those that are here amongst us and those that still stand an Eternal Post. Happy Veterans Day. U.S.M.C. 1969 - 1973 Semper Fidelis

[@SheepdogSmokey]

God Bless you Marine! You are appreciated more than you may ever know, don't let the media ever convince you otherwise!

[@delvesdg]

Oorah, Semper Fi.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

Thank you Jesus Christ for dying on a cross to save us from our sins. "WE" all deserve hell and then the lake of fire that burns with sulphur and fire on judgement day.

[@matthewcaughey8898]

Thank you for your service sir and for doing those things to keep us safe so others didn’t have to.

[@mgreene1409]

You can tell Tim Butler is overwhelmed by the gravity of the honor and privilege which was bestowed upon him. Beautifully done Marine.

[@rayxc07]

Thank you Sig. As a veteran, this is a very humbling video, a must watch for young people. I carry my P320 on duty with pride and confidence knowing that it is a well an exceptional weapon.

[@richardmiller3146]

A beautiful tribute, delivered with heartfelt reverence and respect for both the nameless soldiers represented by the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the incredible men and women honored to serve as sentinels. I love the selfless comment by the sentinel saying that he wishes the crowds would look past them and focus on the tomb. Sir, you don't give yourself or your fellow sentinels enough credit. I, and most others, have enormous respect for the soldiers that will forever be nameless and those that stand guard day and night, sunshine or rain, blistering heat or freezing sleet without fail. What a beautiful thing we do for these never forgotten heroes. Sig, from a Patriot that never served but always respected those that do, I wanted to say thank you. The firearm you've created for the sentinels is not only stunning but was so carefully designed to incorporate so many aspects of the Tomb and those that keep guard. Great job, Sig. I proudly own several Sig firearms and am happy to know the commitment Sig has to honoring our military beyond just winning contracts. Thank you to ALL VETERANS PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE. YOUR commitment to protect us and serve your country and our allies is greatly admired and appreciated. God bless America and our troops.

[@tsgarage]

Very impressive video. Sig Sauer is to be commended for their dedication to this project. Thanks to all the military veterans who served!

[@mrtlsimon]

Thank you to all that have served this great nation. Semper Fi.

[@nancymehaffie714]

GOD BLESS THE USA !

[@zh3401]

Thank you Mr Cohen, for the tribute to our Sentinels and for your companies commitment to our military. I carried a Sig in service to this country and I carry one today in civilian life. I have and always will trust my life to Sig Sauer firearms.

[@keithcorpening1757]

To my great grandfather, my grandfather, my father, my uncles, my brother, and all of my brothers and sisters around the world in every branch of the Military still serving, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE! An absolutely beautiful tribute, thank you Sig Sauer!

[@apbiggins8mm]

It's not much but thank you all for my freedom all who have served

[@rexp3137]

I owe SIG SAUER an apology and have a new respect and admiration for the people at SIG. Thank You Sig SAUER for your recognition and respect for our service members and veterans. Thanks again SIG SAUER from a career Army veteran.

[@Jess-db3yf]

Congratulations on the contract. Happy to see you making that firearm! Happy Veterans Day everyone! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@joevail6959]

I grew up watching those men and women perform this duty to the nth degree. Such perfection and discipline. Sig, you have created an apt weapon to accompany those NCOs in the most sacred of assignments in the U.S. military. Cheers!

[@jimb9454]

Very well done. Thank you, from the father of a solider and a vet.

[@GranpaMike]

Very well done, Sig Sauer. Please know that America's veterans and active duty are touched by this and appreciate all your efforts on our behalf.

[@hanktorrance6855]

This is an incredibly moving video, the words and the video that they accompany are incredible! The gun is beautiful, and I love how you incorporated parts of the Tomb of the Unknowns into the design. Throughout the whole M17 process, Sig has been humble and has never lost sight of what it means to be chosen, and what is at stake, when you produce a weapon that stands between a soldier and that which none of us wants to think of!

[@damienmcaliece5589]

That 1911 is quite simply one of the most exquisite handgun I have ever seen, even more so now that I no all the history and craftsmanship that went into it. Much respect from Australia. Lest we forget

[@larrywalls5598]

A very moving tribute from a Class Act company. Thank you SIG SAUER.

[@ICURN1000]

Thank you to all who have served and sacrificed then and now. Sig Sauer, thank you for the respect that was shown.

[@blulight1170]

Thanks to all that have served.

[@benjamindanielsen5204]

The tribute and pistols are absolutely beautiful, you have a fan for life in me if you didn't already. Thank you for providing quality sidearms that have served our forces for decades and have been battle proven time and time again.

[@usmcdevildawg5655]

Thank You Sig Sauer! Outstanding video...Thank you all who have served.

[@vicrobertson3]

Beautiful. Inspiring. Sobering. Amazing symbolism. Thank you Sig. I'm going to sell my Kimber and buy a Sig.

[@jonathandelpozo5407]

Thank you so very much! What your company has done will reflect for years!

[@polduseri909]

My first gun was a Glock and my second a Sig Sauer. What a beginning. Many years passed since and still have my Sig. More likely will stay with me until the Lord called me home. Looking forward to grab the M17 civil version.

[@wrestling1013]

This is why my first handgun will be a P320-M17

[@NotBOB-81]

Like the bible tells us, there is no greater love than for a man to lay down his life for his brother. The men and women do this everyday for people they have never met. From my self and my family we salute you. Thank you for your sacrifice.

[@steveb6103]

Who gives a thumbs down? Maybe you should think about what this day is! 100 years since the end of WW-1 On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. And show some respect to those who served. As Sig did by making this sidearm.

[@junespiritu3234]

Steve B, they are online trolls, who would dislike anything that is not their favorite brand of firearm.

[@bbcoachSupermanBR]

Glock fans.

[@TheAir2142]

Unpatriotic jerks

[@charleslindberg829]

Boken ka gaming I'm a patriotic leftist, so I'd say either a sovereign Citizen or a troll. This is a beautiful video.

[@williambinions4205]

Yep and that Trump clown could not brave a little bit of rain to show respect. He is a disgrace to the Americian forces

[@glennrishton5679]

There are several videos on here of the changing of the guard and some include brief talks with the Guards. As in this video I am always so awestruck by not just their dedication in mastering the ceremony but their attitude. They are very sincere in their reverence for the Tomb and those within. I visited Arlington back in my Navy days around 1970 or so and have never forgotten.

[@gwdodd344]

Thanks Sig Sauer for this perfect content. You guys are, in my opinion, the best.

[@andrewdg90]

We can never properly thank the veterans (those living or those who gave all). Great job Sig!

[@geec5636]

Awesum show of Valor that the protected will never feel. I will one day come to remember those who gave all freedom to all🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@rodneyflynn4619]

This is one of the main reason I carry a Sig Sauer! Thank you for your service our nations best!

[@rodneyflynn4619]

Hooah!

[@edsonsantos6655]

Those who gave what had the most value (their life), our respect, and honor. 🇧🇷🙏🏻

[@si_vis_pacempara_bellum4906]

As much as I personally dislike the Sig P320/M17/M18, it's truly amazing that they put that much thought into making the sentinel's pistol.

[@brandonbeard8488]

Thank you Sig Sauer, and thank you to all who have served or serving. And for those who gave everything you might be gone but you damn sure are not forgotten. R.I.P HOOAH 🇺🇸

[@JuStIcEcLarK28950321]

Well Done men ,This Veteran fells honored by your work!

[@HDWoodyIII]

Thank you to all the veterans. Thank you to all the sentinels that have served over the years. And thank you SIG SAUER for making a gun worthy to be worn by these young men and women that guard this precious Tomb on this sacred ground.

[@persiafranklin1969]

Thank You, To all the Armed Forces.

[@bombink1968]

Thanks to everyone who has committed to the defence of OUR NATION! I thank each who has snapped to attention, and marched into history!

[@redheadcommando5963]

Even if you are an atheist, you have got to be humbled and respect the ceremony and dignity embodied in this monument. And be in awe of it. Watching this, I thought of the 'new Socialists' in our country and it made me so angry. And the anti-gun contingency. They have no idea, nor do they care to know, what sacrifices went into creating a country where they have the freedom to act out such disrespect. The Ilhan Omars and the Alexandria Ocasio-Cortezs, the Corey Bookers and the Elizabeth Warrens and the Kamala Harrises...and it makes me angry that the media encourages these horrible people and gives them a podium. These Sentinels keep the memory of the sacrifices of war alive.

[@300blk8]

Thanks to all that gave there life for my freedom. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@michaelheffner7816]

I would love to own a copy of this pistol to place with my ceremonial unit badge & coin in tribute to the old guard sister unit!!!

[@johngilbert527]

I thoughtful tribute to the American soldier and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. -Rusty owner of the Patriot Lens

[@SheepdogSmokey]

My Great Uncle fell on 8 JUN 44, he is now buried in France, with only a stone here, I can't imagine a family not ever knowing what happened. The guards are amazing, giving the respect and honor the unknowns are due.

[@greganderson1989]

Thank you for allowing us to have the means to defend this great nation.

[@jrg8431]

Thank you for honoring or brave men and women thanks to their sacrifices we have our freedom 🇺🇸

[@lizzapaolia959]

God bless the founding fathers and European race 🙏 Thank you for sharing this video.

[@e25023]

Thank You Sig Sauer, I am proud to have you in my holster everyday .

[@davidu5723]

Well done, Sig Sauer!

[@MissCaitlinsNana]

Awesome tribute! 🇺🇸❤️🙏🏻 Thank you!

[@RCM1829]

I don’t care what people think about Sig winning the contract. That doesn’t matter for THIS. This is something that is incredible.

[@chrisminton8563]

Love what you guys do and stand for! keep it up #SigSauer #Freedom #USA

[@radicalrenegade8528]

Oooaaahhhh! Good Job Sig Sauer!!!!

[@jshapiro34]

I wish they would pump more of these guns out but with out the tomb dust and wood planks because these are amazing

[@MontanaJim419]

Thank you!

[@larryballard5141]

Never Forget

[@ornature5324]

Beautiful pistol! Hats off to sig!

[@irismccallum]

Beautiful and stunning. Bless you all

[@kaymcgee5302]

Beautiful tribute

[@JohnDoe-jq5wy]

YES, YOU DID GOOD.

[@starwarsheros9245]

My next pistol is going to be a Sig because of this. My Grandfather told me hes lost friends that never made it back home

[@ybrik5937]

I didn't find any spec on the frame material of these ceremonial M17s. Considering it is high-polished, I don't think it is plastic nor aluminum. So would it be steel?

[@tmaddrummer]

Hand Salute..... GOD Bless.

[@markheidenreich3478]

Well done SIG,....well done.

[@miketxfaulk]

Well done Sig, well done!

[@2ndtonone197]

Hoorah.

[@itsnodawayitustabe5654]

So glad SIG won the contract to replace our aging Berettas

[@fireline4765]

I wish the army had accepted my enlistment, this was a tire jerker

[@dangoldnerd]

Awesome but would’ve liked to have seen more of the pistol rather than the speakers’ faces.

[@JohnDoe-jq5wy]

I have a 320/45 cal. The best semi I have handled

[@91326]

Love this.

[@blueindigo1000]

Amazing!

[@82lowe36id]

Very well done.

[@leethomas556]

Much respect🇺🇸. Dat pistol 😁🇺🇸

[@SteelHex]

If those pistols get into the civilian market somehow, especially ones that were actually worn by honor guards, they would easily command thousands of dollars in an auction...

[@SlytigerSurvival]

I think it looks great

[@Sassi50cal]

What the frame of the pistol made of?

[@HaydenHKD]

it is made of steel, the grips are from the ship that brought the remains home and the sights are made from the stone of the tomb

[@bev8200]

Are the grips metal

[@lorneholtzclaw4505]

Well done Sig

[@Yeetboi-oo4xn]

Only cool looking gun Sig has made lolz. Much respect to those who served though 💯

[@comrademustard8902]

4:49 accidental pun?

[@simonholik5439]

2:04 what does mean the czech flag on the badge? I was googling for it and cant find anything.

[@Anastas1786]

That's a Czech Republic parachutist badge.

[@simonholik5439]

@@Anastas1786 Thanks for the answer.

[@bf3forevergreene165]

Fucking amazing, just amazing, well done well done

[@pharmika]

This handgun look great with one drawback, imo. I really don't like this too proeminent charger and how it hangs from the grip's bottom. Not sure I made myself clear ...

[@GustheGunGuy]

Magazine* It's long because it holds 21 bullets.

[@PHILIPABOZZA]

GOD BLESS

[@magicd5780]

I wonder if they get to shoot them fancy new pistols from sig?

[@NeutralChaotic]

"Silence" and yet it's music and talking through the whole thing.

[@JimboBaggins42]

I guess you didn’t watch. It starts out with silence, but that was not the point. By your twisted logic the video should somehow show perseverance the whole way through or it’s somehow a failure as well.

[@kentonmiles]

Bravo Zulu

[@mopar21]

Didn't Sig manufacture weapons for the Germans in WW1 and WW2?

[@Lalann]

Sig was fully Swiss then. The Sauer part of the company is German and Sig Sauer didnt come together until 1976.

[@mopar21]

@@Lalann didn't know that. Thanks. Thought it was odd they didn't have a company like Colt mark the sidearm.

[@emersonbolen784]

Sine Pari!!

[@ryanwillis2513]

What a fucking sexy gun Jesus

[@kennyggrant8059]

36 Leftists gave this video a thumbs down. Just remember many men bunked it in foxholes eating MRE’s so you can enjoy your soy latte with your croissant sandwich. # Valor

[@sqwk2559]

5 ‘Glock kids’ gave thumbs down. Should have gone with Glock blah blah blah. Lol.

[@southron2279]

It should be a 1911 reeeeeeeeeeeerrrr

[@shinobi-no-bueno]

So fucking sick