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Model P238
SIG Pistol P238 .380 Auto Variant-2
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.1-in
Length:5.5-in Height:3.9-in
Barrel:2.7-in Weight:15.2-oz
Variant 2 of 5
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (90 grain bullet)83340
  • Recoil Factor (90 grain bullet)3.28 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity7 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor55%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:2010 - 2019
Caliber:.380 Auto
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:single-action (SA)
Safety:frame mounted manual safety
Magazine:6-round
Frame:aluminum alloy
Grip:checkered rosewood
Sights:SIGLITE night sights
Notes:Nitron finish
Manufacturer
SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG
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Gun Value
MSRP:$715.00Used Est:$565.00
Last Update:4/15/2023
About the Gun

The P238 is built on an anodized alloy beavertail style frame with fluted grips for comfort and a secure hold during rapid-fire usage. The stainless steel slide features the popular Sig Sauer slide serrations and improves overall performance and accuracy. Additionally, the contrast or Siglite night sights are removable and adjustable for windage. The sear and trigger return spring are redesigned to prevent spring over-ride of the ejector during assembly.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .380 Automatic
Alias: 9mm Browning Short
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:90 grains
MV:926 ft/sec ME:171 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

Designed by John Browning and introduced by Fabrique Nationale of Belgium, this cartridge has achieved world-wide acceptance and has even been adopted as the standard pistol cartridge by several governments. One reason for the round's success is that it is the largest practical cartridge that can be easily adapted to small automatic pocket pistols. Ballistics fall far short of even the 9mm Luger, but still prove adequate for most self-defense situations. The round has established quite a niche position in this role, often being chosen over more traditional small calibers such as the .25 and .32 Autos.

User Rating
3 User Ratings
3 User Comments
User Comments

5 of 5 Stars
Excellent Pistol
By ToninCA on 16 Dec 2020
I have the P238 in both all steel and aluminum frame. They are excellent guns and very reliable if you keep htem reasonably clean. These pistols are easy to shoot and very accurate. Fit the hand well, especially with 7 round magazine. My favorite pistol!

5 of 5 Stars
Great tiny gun
By leejinks on 01 Feb 2018
As the smallest gun I own, it gets carried more than any other. I have a pocket holster for it that makes it easy to carry anytime I am wearing pants or shorts... I'll let your mind wander there. For a sub-compact, it shoots very well. It seems like this is a popular gun because I now see it in many different color variations, but I like my simple black. The slide is easy to rack and it's an easy gun to control. The breakdown is straightforward. And all the controls ware where you would expect them to be. I really can't think of anything bad to say about this gun.

5 of 5 Stars
Best pocket pistol
By Billy Bob Jo on 16 Dec 2017
Hands down the best pocket pistol. I bought the P238 Sport 12 for $449. Came with hogue grips, 7+1 magazine with finger grip, night sites/triglow. Recoil is minimal compared to other pocket pistols. With the proper iwb holster, it's the perfect pocket pistol. Feels great in the hand with hogue grips and I'm 6'3" 220lbs. Have run 400+ rounds through it without a hiccup. Don't hesitate to buy one, just don't buy the other junk like Kimber or Ruger LCP. The P238 is in a separate class than those; Cadillac vs SMART car.