Is Sig Sauer P238 A Good Gun?

Conclusion. The SIG P238 gives you the classic styling and function of a 1911, with the convenience and size of a pocket pistol. It's a serious joy to carry and shoot. The starter kit is rather sparse, but the quality of this little pistol makes up for it. via

Is SIG P238 safe to carry?

The P238 and P938 are Single Action Only (SAO) pistols. These pistols incorporate many of the same safety features found in other SIG Sauer pistols, including the firing pin safety, hammer safety intercept notch, and disconnector. The thumb safety is ON (SAFE) when fully up. via

Is Sig Sauer P238 discontinued?

Item Description: Sig P238 Legion like new. These are now discontinued and pretty much sold out everywhere. Now they are bringing a premium. via

Why are Sig Sauers so expensive?

Why is Sig Sauer so expensive? The materials used and the manufacturing processes employed to build a Sig P226 are more expensive than those of a Glock 17, so the Sig is more expensive. The Glock pistol line is designed for inexpensive manufacture. via

Is a sig better than a Glock?

The Glock's polymer construction makes it the lighter choice. However, that means that when you are using a higher caliber, the SIG handles recoil better than the Glock does. If you are looking for a well-concealed carry weapon, or a lighter one, the Glock will edge out the SIG in this category. via

Can you dry fire a SIG P238?

Is it safe to dry-fire my pistol? It is safe to dry-fire our center fire pistols. via

Does the SIG P238 have a Decocker?

Second, I will echo others' advice on "dropping the hammer." There is absolutely NO need to "decock" the P238. In fact, to do so is against the way the pistol is designed to function. "Cocked and locked" (or Condition 1, as it is commonly referred) is exactly the way the P238 is meant to be carried. via

What is the best ammo for SIG P238?

The Sig 380 ACP, 90 grain, Elite V-Crown, JHP ammo has be perfectly reliable in both my Sig P238 and S&W Bodyguard 380. I've never had a problem with failure to feed, or stove piping, or any other failure. It's nice to have confidence in your carry ammo. via

Why is .380 ammo so expensive?

The plentiful ammo fuels the sale of the guns and the popularity of the guns fuels the sale of the ammo. 380 ACP ammo is cheaper, however it costs more than 9mm ammo because is not nearly in as much demand as 9mm is. The larger the run of ammo a manufacturer can produce the cheaper their costs become. via

What caliber is best for self defense?

The most common caliber for a home defense handgun is 9mm. This does mean that your gun will penetrate through walls and can possibly harm your loved ones during a home invasion. Also, many experts recommend hollow point ammo because of the power, and they are a bit safer to shoot in a home defense scenario. via

Can a 380 stop an attacker?

380 Auto Can't Stop An Attacker. 380 auto to stop an attacker. Hogwash. However, ammunition selection is important if carrying . via

Does SIG still make the P238 Legion?

SIG SAUER Expands Legion Series Pistols with P938 and P238 Micro-Compact. The Legion Series P238 and P938 pistols come standard with three 7-round magazines. SIG SAUER's Legion is an exclusive members-only access program available to owners of the SIG SAUER Legion Series of firearms. via

Who uses the SIG P220?

In 1975, Switzerland became the first nation to officially adopt the P220 as the "Pistole 75" (P75) chambered in 9 mm Parabellum. Other nations to adopt it for military use include Japan (general issue) and Denmark (which has the earlier P210 in general issue) only to special forces. via

Does Sig Sauer still make the P220?

Today the P220 platform is sold in both . 45 ACP and ten-millimeter, each with a magazine of eight rounds, with nine-millimeter reserved for the P210, P225, P226, and P229. via

Is Sig Sauer going out of business?

On June 4, it was announced that SIG Sauer is closing. L&O Holding owns and operates numerous business units in the defense and hunting market including SIG SAUER, GmbH (Germany), SIG SAUER, Inc. (U.S.A.), and German Sports Group, GmbH (GSG), among others.” via

Why do Navy SEALs use Sig P226?

The first generation of P226 was adopted by the Navy SEALs following some embarrassing issues that happened during the XM9 pistol trials that resulted in the adoption of the Beretta 92 by all services. A slide on a Beretta failed and hit a Navy SEAL in the face, causing him minor injury. via

Is Sig Sauer better than Kimber?

This isn't to say Sig 1911 pistols are prettier than Kimber pistols, but to say that SOME people will think so. If YOU do, then you're going to prefer the Sig pistols. The patina effect that Sig Sauer's finish produces is certainly interesting, and they have very modern grips. via

Is Sig more reliable than Glock?

The Glock weighs two ounces less than the all-metal Sig fully loaded while fitting two more rounds in the magazine. Both have a reputation for accuracy and reliability. The Sig is appealing to those who desire a slightly shorter handgun and a manual safety or decocker. via

Is Glock better than Smith and Wesson?

The quality on the Glock just seems a little bit better than the Smith and Wesson M&P 1.0's. They're not bad guns and for the price, they're actually a really good value. But the quality overall, when you're comparing the gun straight up, just doesn't seem as good. via

What handguns do the SAS use?

Glock 17 / 19

The Glock 17 is now the British military's standard sidearm, replacing the venerable Browning High Power. The SAS, and other British Special Forces, use the Glock 17 and the compact Glock 19. via

What does the P stand for in Sig Sauer?

The original company was Schweizerische Waggon Fabrik (SWF), later Schweizerische Industrie Gesellschaft (SIG) but it then went through several selloffs and the SIG Sauer brand is now spread over several companies. via

Can the SIG P365 shoot P+?

Per Sig: +P ammunition manufactured to SAAMI/NATO specifications is fine to use as a defensive round or for occasional range use, in any of our firearms, including all P365 models. Continual use of this round will make it necessary for more frequent service on the pistol. via

Is there a safety on a Sig Sauer P320?

The SIG SAUER P320 is offered with an optional ambidextrous manual safety. The manual safety mechanically blocks the movement of the sear, preventing release of the striker. via

What is the purpose of half cocked?

The purpose of the half-cock position has variously been used either for loading a firearm, as a safety mechanism, or for both reasons. The still commonly used English expression of "going off half-cocked" derives from failing to complete the cocking action, leading to the weapon being unable to fire. via

Is .38 and .380 the same?

38 Special and . 380 Automatic are two pistol cartridges that are each over 100 years old. Both of them are still quite common for self-defense purposes. While they are similar, the two cartridges are not interchangeable. via

Is 380 hollow point good for self-defense?

380 ammo out on the market today. It offers a muzzle velocity of 955 feet per second, and is routinely noted for its high accuracy. . 380 ACP is a perfectly viable round for self-defense and personal protection. via

Is .380 the same as 9mm?

(Caliber is the size of the projectile, or bullet.) The different names are for marketing reasons or because of where the cartridge was developed. via

Which is stronger 380 or 9mm?

9mm and . 380 ACP cartridges — both popular choices for self-defense rounds — have the same diameter, but a 9mm round is longer. The . 380 ACP round is cheaper and easier to handle and conceal, while the 9mm is more powerful overall. via

What ammo is hardest to find?

Ammo Shortage: The Five Hardest To Find Common Calibers

30-30 Winchester. It may not be hunting season, but it will take all of a hunter's skills to track down this popular caliber.

.308 Winchester. Currently the most popular round used by American hunters, the .

.40 Smith & Wesson.

.223 and 5.56.

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Is there a difference between .380 and .380 ACP?

When thinking about 380 ACP vs 380 Auto, the short answer is... there is no difference! There's only one . 380 cartridge, and it's . via

Will a 38 special stop an attacker?

38 special yields very limited stopping power. Yes, the peewees may be better than no gun, but not by much. via

What is the deadliest handgun caliber?

500 S&W Magnum and the Model 500 revolver, Smith & Wesson recaptured the title of the most powerful handgun, and with it an increase in sales. The . 500 Smith & Wesson Magnum was designed from the outset to be the most powerful production handgun cartridge. via

What caliber has the most stopping power?

40 round, which supposedly combines the best features of the . 45 ACP and the 9mm. However, others say that the lowly . 22 LR has the best stopping power, since it stays in the target's body and bounces around, shredding arteries and punching holes in internal organs. via

Will a .22 stop an attacker?

22 bullet doesn't cause CNS disruption or extensive blood loss, it won't physically incapacitate an attacker. via

What has more stopping power .380 or 9mm?

380 doesn't have much stopping power, making it a less ideal choice than the next step up the ladder, the 9mm. Since modern 9mm pistols are so small these days, often very close to the size of the lowly . 380, most gun folks would say that it makes little sense to bother with the mouse cartridge. via

Would a 9mm stop a bear?

The 9mm can kill bears but is considered underpowered by experienced woodsmen. The 9mm has 350 to 450 ft/lbs. of energy, while 1,000 ft/lbs is considered the minimum for a bear hunting gun. Proper 9mm bullets yield sufficient penetration in soft tissue, but it may not stop a bear quickly enough to avoid being mauled. via