Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Gun

The P239 SAS is a compact, single-stack pistol with a dehorned (“melted”) slide and frame for reduced snagging during concealed carry. It was produced in three calibers, combining two generations (Gen 1 with DAK trigger and Gen 2 with DA/SA Short Reset Trigger), Nitron and Two-Tone finishes, and varying slide profiles (slab more common on Gen 1, stepped/legacy more common on Gen 2). Wood grips are typical on Gen 1 models while polymer grips are more common on Gen 2. Sights are usually SIGLITE night sights, though contrast sights appear on some Gen 1 examples.

Production

Production ran from the early 2010s through 2018.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $900–$1,050. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $570–$740.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	9 mm Luger
Alias:	9 mm Parabellum
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Analysis

The P239 SAS was developed as a concealed-carry-oriented variant of the P239 platform, featuring rounded edges on the slide and frame to improve draw and re-holstering comfort. It was offered in two main generations: Gen 1 models, which typically paired the DAK trigger with wood grips, and Gen 2 models, which adopted the DA/SA Short Reset Trigger. Both generations maintained the compact single-stack design across all three calibers while responding to user preferences for either a consistent trigger pull or a more traditional DA/SA experience. The SAS remained in production alongside standard P239 models until the line ended in 2018, with variations focused primarily on trigger system, grip material, and minor differences in slide profile and sight options.