Sig Sauer P230 SL .380 ACP All-Stainless Compact (1986, West German) — DA/SA, 3.6 in Barrel, 7+1
This West German Sig Sauer P230 SL is the all-stainless variant of Sig's compact .380 ACP, manufactured in 1986 and marked "MADE IN W. GERMANY" with West German proof marks. It features a straight-blowback, fixed-barrel design, DA/SA operation with a decocker-only control scheme, and classic checkered wood grips. Five 7-round magazines are included, enhancing its usability for range or collection.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This firearm is in great shape. There are some minor scratches and blemishes present. The bore is clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- SIG Sauer P230 owner’s manual
- 5x 7-round steel single-stack P230 magazines
- Spare grip screws (bagged)
- Checkered wood grip panels (installed)
The P230 SL stands out as the all-stainless version of Sig Sauer's compact .380, providing a durable build with matching stainless slide and frame. The SL designation and 1986 West German manufacture add clear context and markings that are desirable to many collectors.
Its operating system is straight blowback with a fixed barrel, chambered in .380 ACP and offering a 7+1 capacity. The DA/SA trigger is paired with a decocker-only control scheme. There is no external manual safety and no external slide-stop lever, consistent with the P230 pattern.
Controls and ergonomics include a heel-type magazine release and an external spurred hammer. The slide features rear serrations, top serrations, and an anti-glare rib for confident handling and sight picture.
Sights are fixed, with a front post and painted dot and a square-notch dovetailed rear with a painted dot. The installed checkered wood grip panels complement the stainless finish and provide secure purchase.
This example retains period-correct markings, including "MADE IN W. GERMANY" and West German proof stamps. The bore condition is excellent, and the package includes five factory-pattern magazines for immediate use.