Sig P238

rrichne · February 19, 2018, 11:37 PM

I have a chance to buy a Sig p238 nitron that is brand new at clearance price of $424. Is this a good deal..
Any help would be appreciated

Snuffy308 · February 20, 2018, 03:03 AM

Sounds descent to me. I know I paid more than that for mine a few years ago. I imagine we'll see a lot of good pricing on existing pocket sigs in the near future. Everybody clambering for the new sig hotness, the p365

Wheel-Gunner · February 20, 2018, 03:24 AM

Speaking of the 365, does anyone know if production has resumed or when it will? I know Sig stopped production to address some quality control issues with the firearm. Just wondered if anyone had any updates......I would love to have a 365, but obviously after all the bugs have been worked out. Probably going to take some time I would imagine.

fourbore · February 20, 2018, 07:47 AM

Excellent deal!

rodfac · February 20, 2018, 08:38 AM

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Excellent deal!

In spades. Rod

t4terrific · February 20, 2018, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Wheel-Gunner

Speaking of the 365, does anyone know if production has resumed or when it will? I know Sig stopped production to address some quality control issues with the firearm. Just wondered if anyone had any updates......I would love to have a 365, but obviously after all the bugs have been worked out. Probably going to take some time I would imagine.

libiglou · February 20, 2018, 09:28 AM

I just bought an extreme for$600, all costs included and I thought I did well. Thats excellent. New models are rolling out in a few weeks. It looks like there's plenty of older and discontinued models. I'm picking mine up today. Cant wait to shoot it.

Lohman446 · February 20, 2018, 09:35 AM

That announcement amuses me. As someone watching the P365 with great interest SiG has not done well with its rollout.

"We fixed the problem but it wasn't our fault" is amusing

Fishbed77 · February 20, 2018, 11:25 AM

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As someone watching the P365 with great interest SiG has not done well with its rollout.

Has SIG ever had a smooth rollout of a US-made firearm?

Lohman446 · February 20, 2018, 11:34 AM

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Has SIG ever had a smooth rollout of a US-made firearm?

I don't know for certain. I commented in another thread that at one point in my life SIG was synonymous with premier quality at least in my mind. I have seen enough news and discussion on them that I know that is no longer the case. Even when I was very excited about the P365 I was hesitant to be one of the first running out to buy one. Glad I was and it seems this has not made me less hesitant in that I have not run out to buy one.

I never thought I would be in the position of wanting something SIG made but considering other options just to make sure I would get something that would work correctly.

MandolinMan · February 20, 2018, 11:58 AM

Sounds like a great deal to me.

Sig's reputation has become somewhat spotty the last few years, mainly I think from rushing new designs too quickly to market. The classic P series pistols
(P220, P226, P229, etc) that I've shot and handled recently still seem to be quite good. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another.

croberts · February 20, 2018, 12:44 PM

For $424, I'd do it.

turtlehead · February 20, 2018, 10:53 PM

Crazy good deal.

Excellent gun.

Lexspeed · February 21, 2018, 01:50 AM

OP, excellent price on that P238. But, you already know that by now. Enjoy it!

Lohman446 · February 21, 2018, 07:47 AM

On topic (sorry). I have a P938. At that price I likely would have had a P238

Ibmikey · February 22, 2018, 12:14 AM

I have three P238’s and a P 938 made from the first issue to approximately one year ago, each of the pistols fires each and every time requested with total reliability.,

libiglou · February 22, 2018, 03:55 PM

Finally got around to shooting my 238 extreme today. Shot 100 rounds of factory and berrys 100gr rn backed by 2.8grs of aa#2. Functioning was flawless. One of the most accurate 380's I have ever shot. I could shoot this gun all day. Its that comfortable. Very pleased with this purchase.

Laz · February 22, 2018, 04:33 PM

The Sig P238 in several forms has become one of my all-time favorite small handguns. Just a gem. It’s a toss-up between it and Smith and Wesson airweights with maybe a slight edge to the 238 because it’s smaller.

HighValleyRanch · February 22, 2018, 07:04 PM

Are people carry the Sig 238 cocked and locked in the pocket?
Since it lacks a grip safety, no fear of the safety slipping to off with a single action cocked in the pocket?

I prefer the double action pull of the seecamp, kahr or revolver IMHO.

Snuffy308 · February 22, 2018, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by HighValleyRanch

Are people carry the Sig 238 cocked and locked in the pocket?
Since it lacks a grip safety, no fear of the safety slipping to off with a single action cocked in the pocket?

I prefer the double action pull of the seecamp, kahr or revolver IMHO.

Absolutely. In a good holster cocked and locked is as safe as anything else you would pocket carry. Come to think of it, the trigger pull on the 238 I have is quite heavy for what it is.

TailGator · February 22, 2018, 10:23 PM

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Are people carry the Sig 238 cocked and locked in the pocket?
Since it lacks a grip safety, no fear of the safety slipping to off with a single action cocked in the pocket?

This people does. I use a good holster, as mentioned, and it covers both trigger and safety. The safety clicks on and off quite decisively. It gives me no cause for worry.

Ibmikey · February 25, 2018, 07:39 AM

How else can the pistol be carried than cocked and locked? I us a IWB kydex holster for most all of my CC pistols, the holster shrouds the hammer on the Sig and the safety lever fits into its own recess. Although I have never worried about the safety being inadvertently wiped off because of its positive engagement but still I never drop a cocked and locked pistol into a pants pocket without an appropriate holster.

Prof Young · February 26, 2018, 09:26 PM

I could have bought a new "Rainbow" Sig P238 for $418 from a guy who was shutting down his gun business and kick myself that I passed on it. This is a $600 gun anyway you look at it. That is a great price.

Life is good.
Prof Young

HisSoldier · March 1, 2018, 12:34 AM

If it were the HD it would be a great deal.

February 19, 2018, 11:37 PM	#1
rrichne Junior Member Join Date: November 13, 2001 Posts: 10	Sig P238 I have a chance to buy a Sig p238 nitron that is brand new at clearance price of $424. Is this a good deal.. Any help would be appreciated

February 20, 2018, 03:24 AM	#3
Wheel-Gunner Senior Member Join Date: February 24, 2006 Posts: 277	Speaking of the 365, does anyone know if production has resumed or when it will? I know Sig stopped production to address some quality control issues with the firearm. Just wondered if anyone had any updates......I would love to have a 365, but obviously after all the bugs have been worked out. Probably going to take some time I would imagine. __________________ "History does not entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid. We must acquire proficiency in defense and display stamina in purpose." Dwight Eisenhower

February 20, 2018, 11:58 AM	#11
MandolinMan Senior Member Join Date: May 8, 2013 Posts: 339	Sounds like a great deal to me. Sig's reputation has become somewhat spotty the last few years, mainly I think from rushing new designs too quickly to market. The classic P series pistols (P220, P226, P229, etc) that I've shot and handled recently still seem to be quite good. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another. __________________ " The rifle itself has no moral stature, since it has no will of its own. Naturally, it may be used by evil men for evil purposes, but there are more good men than evil, and while the latter cannot be persuaded to the path of righteousness by propaganda, they can certainly be corrected by good men with rifles." Col. Jeff Cooper

February 22, 2018, 12:14 AM	#16
Ibmikey Senior Member Join Date: June 1, 2013 Location: Now relocated to Texas Posts: 2,943	I have three P238’s and a P 938 made from the first issue to approximately one year ago, each of the pistols fires each and every time requested with total reliability., Last edited by Ibmikey; February 22, 2018 at 12:19 AM.

February 22, 2018, 04:33 PM	#18
Laz Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Posts: 1,278	The Sig P238 in several forms has become one of my all-time favorite small handguns. Just a gem. It’s a toss-up between it and Smith and Wesson airweights with maybe a slight edge to the 238 because it’s smaller. __________________ Laz I’m just a nobody, trying to tell everybody, about Somebody, who can save anybody.

February 20, 2018, 03:03 AM	#2
Snuffy308 Senior Member Join Date: October 3, 2005 Posts: 220	Sounds descent to me. I know I paid more than that for mine a few years ago. I imagine we'll see a lot of good pricing on existing pocket sigs in the near future. Everybody clambering for the new sig hotness, the p365

February 20, 2018, 07:47 AM	#4
fourbore Senior Member Join Date: August 22, 2015 Location: new england Posts: 1,159	Excellent deal!

February 20, 2018, 09:28 AM	#7
libiglou Senior Member Join Date: June 28, 2017 Posts: 184	I just bought an extreme for$600, all costs included and I thought I did well. Thats excellent. New models are rolling out in a few weeks. It looks like there's plenty of older and discontinued models. I'm picking mine up today. Cant wait to shoot it.

February 20, 2018, 09:35 AM	#8
Lohman446 Senior Member Join Date: April 22, 2016 Posts: 2,192	That announcement amuses me. As someone watching the P365 with great interest SiG has not done well with its rollout. "We fixed the problem but it wasn't our fault" is amusing

February 20, 2018, 12:44 PM	#12
croberts Member Join Date: February 19, 2018 Posts: 15	For $424, I'd do it.

February 20, 2018, 10:53 PM	#13
turtlehead Senior Member Join Date: October 20, 2015 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 1,203	Crazy good deal. Excellent gun.

February 21, 2018, 01:50 AM	#14
Lexspeed Senior Member Join Date: November 18, 2015 Location: Southern IL Posts: 152	OP, excellent price on that P238. But, you already know that by now. Enjoy it!

February 21, 2018, 07:47 AM	#15
Lohman446 Senior Member Join Date: April 22, 2016 Posts: 2,192	On topic (sorry). I have a P938. At that price I likely would have had a P238

February 22, 2018, 03:55 PM	#17
libiglou Senior Member Join Date: June 28, 2017 Posts: 184	Finally got around to shooting my 238 extreme today. Shot 100 rounds of factory and berrys 100gr rn backed by 2.8grs of aa#2. Functioning was flawless. One of the most accurate 380's I have ever shot. I could shoot this gun all day. Its that comfortable. Very pleased with this purchase.

February 22, 2018, 07:04 PM	#19
HighValleyRanch Senior Member Join Date: July 15, 2005 Posts: 4,066	Are people carry the Sig 238 cocked and locked in the pocket? Since it lacks a grip safety, no fear of the safety slipping to off with a single action cocked in the pocket? I prefer the double action pull of the seecamp, kahr or revolver IMHO. __________________ From the sweet grass to the slaughter house; From birth until death; We travel between these two eternities........from 'Broken Trail"

February 25, 2018, 07:39 AM	#22
Ibmikey Senior Member Join Date: June 1, 2013 Location: Now relocated to Texas Posts: 2,943	How else can the pistol be carried than cocked and locked? I us a IWB kydex holster for most all of my CC pistols, the holster shrouds the hammer on the Sig and the safety lever fits into its own recess. Although I have never worried about the safety being inadvertently wiped off because of its positive engagement but still I never drop a cocked and locked pistol into a pants pocket without an appropriate holster.

February 26, 2018, 09:26 PM	#23
Prof Young Senior Member Join Date: August 21, 2007 Location: Illinois - down state Posts: 2,404	Good deal!!! I could have bought a new "Rainbow" Sig P238 for $418 from a guy who was shutting down his gun business and kick myself that I passed on it. This is a $600 gun anyway you look at it. That is a great price. Life is good. Prof Young

March 1, 2018, 12:34 AM	#24
HisSoldier Senior Member Join Date: August 9, 2007 Location: Oregoncoast Posts: 1,793	If it were the HD it would be a great deal. __________________ CNC produced 416 stainless triggers to replace the plastic triggers on Colt Mustangs, Mustang Plus II's, MK IV Government .380's and Sig P238's and P938's. Plus Colt Mustang hardened 416 guide rods, and Llama .32 and .380 recoil spring buttons, checkered nicely and blued.