SIG Sauer
SIG P238
Premium 1911-pattern .380, SA trigger, aluminum frame, SIGLITE night sights
Key Highlights
- •Best trigger in .380 class
- •1911-pattern single action
- •Aluminum alloy frame
Specifications
- Price
- $699
- Weight
- 15.2 oz
- Calibers
- .380 ACP
- Rail Type
- none
- Best For
- concealed carrypocket carry
Capability Profile
0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes
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Overview
The SIG P238 is the premium .380 for shooters who want the best trigger in the class. The 1911-pattern single-action trigger produces a clean, crisp break that no striker-fired .380 can match. The aluminum alloy frame adds 4.6 oz over the Ruger LCP Max but absorbs recoil noticeably better. SIGLITE night sights are standard on most variants.
The manual safety operates identically to a 1911 thumb safety, making it natural for anyone trained on the 1911 platform. At $699 it costs $250 more than the LCP Max, but the trigger quality and shooting experience justify the premium for buyers who prioritize accuracy and control over minimum weight. Multiple finish and grip variants are available, from the basic Nitron to the rosewood-gripped models. The P238 accepts 7-round extended magazines that add one round.
Key Features
- 1911-pattern single-action trigger
- Aluminum alloy frame for recoil management
- SIGLITE night sights standard (most variants)
- Manual thumb safety (1911-style)
- 6+1 capacity (7+1 with extended magazine)
- Ambidextrous thumb safety
Pros
- +Best trigger in .380 class by significant margin (SA 1911 pattern)
- +Aluminum frame reduces felt recoil versus polymer .380s
- +SIGLITE night sights standard on most models
- +1911 manual of arms familiar to many shooters
- +Excellent fit and finish
Cons
- −$699 premium over polymer alternatives
- −15.2 oz heavier than polymer .380s for pocket carry
- −6+1 capacity lower than LCP Max 10+1
- −Manual safety requires training discipline
Detailed Specifications
- caliber
- .380 ACP
- Barrel Length
- 2.7 inches
- Overall Length
- 5.5 inches
- weight
- 15.2 oz
- trigger
- Single action, ~7.5 lb pull
- barrel
- Stainless steel
- msrp
- $699
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