SIG P938 BRG micro-compact, anyone have experience with these

[Friesland]

Would prefer to save up for the SIG P365 9mm, but it's unlikely to happen. Would like to find a rental range to try one, I'm not a plastic pistol or Glock fan. Would like to get a small 9mm pistol to go with the 1911's (in 45acp).

A CZ 75 Compact in 9mm is great at the range but a bit heavy (I know, workout more). Also prefer not to stock on any other ammo ( have 38 Special, .357 mag, 9mm, 45 amp and 22 lf).

Also have never handled the Sig P239, will have to try one.

Many Thanks

[ccwnewbie]

The p239 is an excellent carry piece in 9mm or SIG 357. I would stay away from the 40 SW variant unless you have a consistently proper grip technique or you will run into issues. The 9mm and sig 357 are much more forgiving.

[blaser]

The P239 is not the "micro" compact. The p938 is the micro compact. I shoot one, absolutely love it. It might be the yapper dog variant of the 1911- (best platform, ever). But a solid top 3 choice for EDC.

Try them both, please post the report.

[1911man]

239

Had a 239 loved it and very accurate, I just always gripped it to high to the last round I shot thw slide would close. I am looking for one now and I will cut the slide release off.

[AFTII]

As Blaser said, the P938 is the micro 9mm equivalent to the 1911. If you are in So Cal, shoot me a PM and we can arrange a time to try mine out.

[Barang]

My wife have two P239 and she loves them.
I have one in .40 and much to my surprise, it handles pretty well.

Also bought an extension for the magazines so that my pinky is resting on it. You get 2 extra rounds.

[Friesland]

Ha, Yep I posted the wrong one. SIG 939 micro-compact

Ha, Yep I posted the wrong one. SIG 938 micro-compact

The P239 is not the "micro" compact. The p938 is the micro compact. I shoot one, absolutely love it. It might be the yapper dog variant of the 1911- (best platform, ever). But a solid top 3 choice for EDC.

Try them both, please post the report.

[Friesland]

Many Thanks

Many Thanks, We're a bit more North

As Blaser said, the P938 is the micro 9mm equivalent to the 1911. If you are in So Cal, shoot me a PM and we can arrange a time to try mine out.

[Title1guy]

P938s are being advertised from $1100-$1400 on here. Meanwhile, some P365s are starting to be advertised around $1300-$1400 . I have two P938s, carry one, and love them; but a little patience may net you a P365 soon if that is what you might prefer and can save up a little more. Good luck.

[Tiberius]

and the P238 is even smaller (but a .380)...

[Friesland]

SIG P938 9mm

Tiberius, never handled the SIG P238 but did see one, that pistol is small. Trying to stay away from .380 ammo.

Title1guy, google search shows some problems with the SIG P938, are you aware of any malfunctions? The SIG P938 would pair nicely with a CZ 75 Compact and 1911's.

P938s are being advertised from $1100-$1400 on here. Meanwhile, some P365s are starting to be advertised around $1300-$1400 . I have two P938s, carry one, and love them; but a little patience may net you a P365 soon if that is what you might prefer and can save up a little more. Good luck.

[L-2]

Ha, Yep I posted the wrong one. SIG 939 micro-compact

There's also no SIG "939".

The P239, is now discontinued, but may still be found on the used market.

The OP needs to proof-read better and edit his/her posts.

SIG products seem to be inconsistent as to reliability. I suggest doing a search using the terms: SIG, 938, PROBLEM (or "problems").

On the other hand, the P938 seems like a good size for many people but is not on the roster. Polymer frames are now popular with many new designs (although not on the roster) being produced.

While I'm a "Glock guy", I like metal frames, too. While I don't have any from CZ, CZ seems to be the "go-to" brand for an affordable 9mm metal-framed handgun which is on-roster. Kahr is another brand which some people will try.

[timbo399]

^^^ Sig P938 is not on the roster. See a lot in FS section though for PPT, of course with a mark up in price.

I've never handled one but a lot of people seem to love them for CCW.

[EMP3]

The Sig P239 might just be the perfect CCW handgun. However, because Sig DC'd 'em, finding one at a reasonable price would require divine assistance. They're selling at a premium.

The Sig P239 is as close as 100% reliable as any handgun can get, certainly more reliable than ANY revolver.

It is on the heavy side, which is an attribute. Its weight makes it easy to keep its muzzle on target. Reacquiring lost sight picture due to recoil is a tactical disadvantage. It's easy to conceal. In the right holster/belt combo, it's very easy for CCW application.

I will cop to an aversion to plastic, striker fired handguns. But then again, I'm all about old school because old school didn't practice social promotion.

[EMP3]

SIG products seem to be inconsistent as to reliability.

You might want to qualify your statement. I'd pit a Sig P229 against any handgun you own for reliability. durability, and accuracy. The P229 doesn't had a rap sheet for exploding chambers.

The P239 can be substituted for the P229 for this test of reliability, durability, and accuracy.

Where would you like to run this test???