SIG Sauer P238 Black Pearl .380 ACP Micro-Compact Pistol – Factory Scroll Engraved, Night Sights, 7+1
The P238 Black Pearl is SIG Sauer’s engraved, micro-compact variant of the popular .380 ACP P238 line. It pairs polished Nitron-finished slide flats with deep-blue synthetic “Black Pearl” grips, delivering a pocket-sized pistol that stands out visually while retaining the 1911-style single-action controls that made the P238 a favorite for discreet carry. This example comes factory-engraved, includes six magazines, and is outfitted with a Crimson Trace green laser for quick target acquisition.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This P238 shows only slight handling marks on the slide flats, and the bore remains bright and free of fouling.
What’s Included
- Five 7-round SIG Sauer stainless steel magazines (extended)
- One 6-round SIG Sauer stainless steel magazine (flush)
- Crimson Trace LG-492G green laser, trigger-guard mounted (installed)
- SIG Sauer polymer injection-molded holster
- Carbon-fiber pattern Kydex holster with neon accent
- SIG Sauer P238 owner’s manual
- SIG Sauer factory hard case
Factory scroll engraving on both sides of the stainless steel slide gives this Black Pearl its distinctive look. The polished flats contrast with the black Nitron finish, highlighting the detailed pattern without sacrificing corrosion resistance.
Despite its 2.7-inch barrel and 15.2-ounce (unloaded) footprint, the P238 uses a locked-breech action rather than simple blowback. The result is milder recoil and reliable cycling with a wide range of .380 ACP loads.
The single-action, hammer-fired design mirrors a 1911: a crisp trigger, exposed hammer, and ambidextrous thumb safety provide familiar, positive controls in a micro package. SIGLITE tritium night sights offer a bright three-dot picture in all lighting conditions.
The Black Pearl grip panels are synthetic but mimic the depth and sheen of natural mother-of-pearl, secured by stainless screws for durability. Combined with the factory engraving, they give this pistol collector appeal without compromising everyday carry practicality.
Five extended 7-round magazines, one flush 6-round magazine, and the installed Crimson Trace green laser round out a carry-ready kit that requires no additional purchases.