Michigan Armament Custom Guardian .380 ACP Compact DA/SA – Two-Tone, 3.125 in Barrel, 6+1
This Michigan Armament Custom Guardian is a scarce, limited-production .380 ACP compact from the 1980s. Built on the PP/PPK pattern and associated with Indian Arms tooling, it features a two-tone finish and distinctive slide markings reading "Custom Guardian / MICHIGAN ARMAMENT." Its DA/SA operation, left-side frame-mounted safety/decocker, and checkered wooden grips make it a notable example for collectors and enthusiasts of American-made PPK-style pistols.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is light rust in the barrel and scratches on the slide. Refer to pictures.
What’s Included
- Michigan Armament Custom Guardian .380 ACP pistol
- 1x 6-round single-stack steel magazine with finger-rest baseplate and witness holes
This compact PP/PPK-pattern clone retains the core features that define the platform, including DA/SA operation and an exposed spur hammer. The left-side, frame-mounted safety/decocker with a red indicator dot provides familiar controls, and the push-button magazine release is positioned on the left side of the frame.
The pistol uses a single-stack 6-round magazine for a 6+1 total capacity, with the included magazine featuring a finger-rest baseplate. The barrel measures approximately 3.125 inches, aligning with its compact size and carry-oriented layout.
Sights are fixed, with an integral front blade and a fixed square-notch rear. The slide shows prominent diagonal rear serrations for positive manipulation. Checkered wooden grip panels with medallion inlets round out the classic presentation.
Its two-tone finish (dark slide over a light frame) and clear "Custom Guardian / MICHIGAN ARMAMENT" slide marking add visual appeal and help document its origin. Limited production and ties to Indian Arms tooling contribute to its rarity and collectibility among 1980s American-made PPK-style pistols.