Sep 02, 2016 If you have a SIG SAUER P238 with a serial number between DA000501 and DA003216, please cease use of the firearm immediately. Not all P238s within the identified serial number range are affected; therefore, it is imperative that you contact us via the UPGRADE HOT LINE at 1 (866) 446-1914. Jan 07, 2015 p938 serial number question on date of manufacture. This is a discussion on p938 serial number question on date of manufacture within the P238, P938 Pistol forums, part of the SIG Sauer Pistols category; I have a p938 and have read on and off about the fte issues. I do not fire this weapon as often as I should. Jan 18, 2014 You can call Sig and they will tell you the history and details of your serial number. But they won't tell you for free. If you have a 27B, at least you know yours was manufactured post-recall (the mandatory safety recall to fix them from firing when you take the safety off).
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SIG Sauer P238 | |
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P238 pistol manufactured by SIG Sauer, Rosewood variant | |
Type | Pistol |
Place of origin |
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Production history | |
Manufacturer | SIG Sauer |
Unit cost | MSRP $679.00 |
Produced | 2009–present |
Specifications | |
Mass | 15.2 oz (430 g) |
Length | 5.5 in (140 mm) |
Barrel length | 2.7 in (69 mm) |
Width | 1.1 in (28 mm) |
Height | 3.9 in (99 mm) |
Cartridge | .380 ACP |
Feed system | 6- or 7-round single-column detachable box magazine |
Sights | 3 dot white or tritiumnight sights, or Tru-Glo Fiberoptic (all model specific) |
The SIG Sauer P238 is a compact .380 ACP caliber, single-actionpistol announced by SIG Sauer at the 2009 SHOT Show. It is modelled after the M1911, similar to the Colt Mustang.[1][2] Grip panels are fluted polymer making this an all-metal frame firearm in competition with plastic-framed pistols in the same class like the Ruger LCP and the Kel-Tec P-3AT.[3]
The P238 has an aluminum frame and a stainless steel slide (with the exception of the HD model which is all steel).[4] Initially, P238 pistols had standard sights with night sights as a more expensive option. However, all models currently produced have night sights standard. Starting in 2012, many variants have an ambidextrous thumb safety standard or as an option.
Variants[edit]
When introduced in 2009, the P238 was available in a matte black finish and a two-tone finish with a matte silver colored slide and black frame. Since then, SIG Sauer has produced a number of variants including some short run commemorative editions. Among the variants are versions with various finishes, with a stainless steel frame and different grips and embellishments.
Recalls[edit]
In July 2009, SIG Sauer issued a recall of all P238s sold within a certain serial number range, which they referred to as a 'Mandatory Safety Upgrade'. The reason stated for the recall is that a small number of P238s were built with defective manual safety levers, leading to 'the remote possibility that the gun could fire unintentionally, thus creating a risk of injury or death', although SIG Sauer emphasized that no such injuries had actually occurred.[5] According to SIG Sauer, the recall did not affect any pistols with a serial number that started with '27Axxxxx'.[5]
References[edit]
Sig Sauer P365 Recall Serial Numbers
- ^Third-Time Lucky: Sig Sauer P238 Review
- ^Buffaloe, Ed. 'The SIG Sauer P238 and the Colt Mustang Side by Side'. Unblinking Eye. Texas. Retrieved 28 February 2015.
- ^SIG Sauer product pageArchived 2010-08-21 at the Wayback Machine
- ^SIG Sauer product page
- ^ abP238 Mandatory Safety Upgrade SIG Sauer website, retrieved August 29, 2012
External links[edit]
Retrieved from 'https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=SIG_Sauer_P238&oldid=914568121'
Some Sig P238 sub compact pistols have a defective safety that will, if the trigger was pulled when engaged, fire a round when the safety is then disengaged. Now that would scare the crap out of me!
SIG SAUER, Inc. has initiated a Mandatory Safety Upgrade pertaining to our new Model P238™ pistols. We have determined that a small number of P238 pistols may have safety levers that are not manufactured to factory specifications. Under certain conditions, it may be possible for the lever not to be completely engaged in the safe position. In this condition, the gun will not fire when the trigger is pulled. However, when the safety lever is moved to the off position, the hammer may fall, with the remote possibility that the gun could fire unintentionally, thus creating a risk of injury or death.
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Sig P238 Recall Serial Numbers Chart
If you have a SIG SAUER P238 with a serial number between DA000501 and DA003216, please cease use of the firearm immediately. Not all P238s within the identified serial number range are affected; therefore, it is imperative that you contact us via the UPGRADE HOT LINE at 1 (866) 446-1914. An operator will take your information and confirm if your firearm is required to be returned for Upgrading. If necessary, you will receive a certified package from SIG SAUER that will contain a UPS shipping return label, a Return Merchandise Authorization Number, and a box to return the firearm
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More information at Sig Sauer.
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Thanks to Tony for letting me know about the safety upgrade.