SIG Sauer Pistols
SIG Sauer P238
Specs, variants & prices
SIG Sauer currently makes 4 versions of the P238 pistol, all chambered in 380 AUTO. Each has a 2.7" barrel. None of these versions comes cut for a red dot. SIG Sauer's suggested retail prices run from $699.99 to $749.99, and stores set their own prices from there. The table below lines up every version so you can compare them at a glance.
What versions of the SIG Sauer P238 are there?
4 current versions. Specs and measurements are SIG Sauer's own.
P238 EMPEROR SCORPION
1x 6rd, 1x 7rd magazines
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 238-380-ESCPN
- Caliber
- 380 AUTO
- Capacity
- 6/7
- Barrel
- 2.7"
- Overall length
- 5.5"
- Weight
- 14.9 oz w/ Magazine
- Finish
- Coyote Cerakote
- MSRP
- $719.99
- CA
- —
P238 TITANIUM RAINBOW
1x 6rd magazines
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 238-380-RBT2
- Caliber
- 380 AUTO
- Capacity
- 6
- Barrel
- 2.7"
- Overall length
- 5.5"
- Weight
- 14.7 oz
- Finish
- High Polished Rainbow Titanium PVD slide, Black Anodized frame
- MSRP
- $749.99
- CA
- —
P238 TWO TONE CALIFORNIA
1x 6rd magazines
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 238-380-TSS2-CA
- Caliber
- 380 AUTO
- Capacity
- 6
- Barrel
- 2.7"
- Overall length
- 5.5"
- Weight
- 15.2 oz
- Finish
- Nitron slide, Hard Coat Anodized frame
- MSRP
- $699.99
- CA
- Yes
P238 TWO-TONE
1x 6rd, 1x 7rd magazines
- Optics
- No
- Model / part #
- 238-380-TXR3
- Caliber
- 380 AUTO
- Capacity
- 6/7
- Barrel
- 2.7"
- Overall length
- 5.5"
- Weight
- 14.9 oz w/ Magazine
- Finish
- Stainless Bead Blast slide, Black Anodized frame
- MSRP
- $699.99
- CA
- —
What calibers does the P238 come in?
Every current version is chambered in 380 AUTO.
Is the P238 optics-ready?
None of these versions comes cut for a red dot.
How much does a SIG Sauer P238 cost?
SIG Sauer's suggested retail prices run from $699.99 to $749.99, depending on the version. Tap “See prices” next to any version to see what retailers are asking.
Can you buy one in California or Massachusetts?
According to SIG Sauer, one version is available in California, but none in Massachusetts. Look for “Yes” in the CA and MA columns. State rules change, so check our California and Massachusetts pages before you buy.
What's the latest on the P238?
Nothing new on the P238 lately.
Specs from SIG Sauer, checked October 22, 2026 (source). Spot a mistake? Let us know and we'll fix it. SIG Sauer is a trademark of its owner, listed for identification only. Firearms Almanac isn't affiliated with SIG Sauer.