SIG Sauer P238 Two-Tone .380 ACP Micro 1911 Pistol – Stainless Slide, Black Alloy Frame, Night Sights
The SIG Sauer P238 Two-Tone offers the trusted micro-1911 experience in a lightweight .380 ACP package. Its stainless slide over a black hard-coat anodized alloy frame gives it a distinctive look while keeping weight low. With night sights, an exposed commander-style hammer, and single-action trigger, this pistol delivers familiar 1911 controls in a compact profile that conceals easily yet handles like a full-size.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good – Only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling Condition: Excellent – Sharp lands and grooves.
Minor scratches and blemishes are visible on the slide and frame, and there are a few small spots of pitting. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- SIG Sauer factory hard case
- 2 × 6-round stainless steel magazines
- SIG Sauer polymer holster
The P238 is built on a locked-breech, all-metal micro frame that mirrors full-size 1911 ergonomics. Its single-action-only trigger and manual thumb safety provide crisp breaks and familiar handling for shooters accustomed to 1911 platforms.
The 2.7-inch barrel keeps the slide stroke short, reducing muzzle lift while maintaining reliable cycling with defensive .380 ACP loads. Rear cocking serrations offer secure purchase for slide manipulation, even with the pistol’s compact dimensions.
Factory-installed three-dot night sights enhance visibility in low light. The dovetailed design allows windage adjustments or easy replacement if desired.
White/gray polymer grips with longitudinal flutes add contrast to the two-tone finish and deliver a positive hold without adding bulk. At just six rounds in the magazine plus one in the chamber, the P238 maintains a slim profile ideal for discreet carry.
Introduced in 2009 as SIG’s first U.S.-made micro 1911, the P238 set the stage for the later P938 in 9 mm. This example, part number 238-380-TSS, showcases the classic stainless-over-black configuration prized by many owners for its balance of durability and style.