Sig Sauer P938 grips
Sig Sauer P938 grips
The Sig Sauer P938 is a micro-compact 9mm single-action pistol that delivers 1911-style performance in a pocket-sized package
It builds directly on the success of the P238 (.380 ACP), introduced in 2009 at SHOT Show as SIG's premium micro-pistol inspired by the classic Colt Mustang (1980s). The P238's popularity and reliability drove demand for a higher-powered version amid rising interest in 9mm for concealed carry
SIG unveiled the P938 at SHOT Show 2011, chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum with minor enlargements: 3" barrel, 5.9" overall length, 1.1" width, ~16 oz unloaded, 6+1 flush / 7+1 extended capacity, aluminum frame, stainless slide, SIGLITE night sights, ambidextrous thumb safety, and crisp SA trigger for cocked-and-locked carry
Early production (pre-mid-2012, serials ~52A08899 and lower) faced occasional feeding/ejection issues, which SIG addressed via free factory upgrades (enhanced extractor, recoil spring, polished feed ramp)—restoring its reputation for flawless reliability
Variants followed: BRG, Two-Tone, Legion (premium upgrades like Grayguns trigger, XRAY3 sights), and even .22 LR models
Today, the P938 remains a top choice for deep-concealment EDC—offering unmatched accuracy, low recoil, and premium feel in America's favorite carry caliber, proving SIG's genius in scaling 1911 ergonomics to micro platforms