SIG SAUER P238 (OVERVIEW): MINI 1911 .380 AUTO
About this video
Colion reviews and compares compact .380 pistols, focusing on the Sig Sauer P238. He describes his experience with the Ruger LCP before explaining why he believes the P238 sets the standard for pocket-sized .380s, praising its 1911-based design, build quality, ergonomics, and short single-action trigger compared to competitors.
Key takeaways
- Colion argues the Sig Sauer P238 is the best compact .380 pistol on the market, surpassing the Ruger LCP and similar competitors in his view
- Colion highlights the P238’s 1911-based platform features including single-action trigger, thumb safety, and beaver tail, which he says aid accuracy and handling
- Colion emphasizes that precise shot placement is critical with .380 caliber for self-defense, and he believes the P238’s short trigger pull makes it more accurate than double-action-only alternatives
Episode details: published August 3, 2011 · 8:29 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.
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