The SIGARMS P239: History And Specifications
The Specs and information on the different gun models listed below are based on Das Grosse Buch der SIG-Pistolen, “The Big Book of SIG Pistols,” by Lorenz Vetter.
SIG/SIGARMS P 239
Experimental Model, 1995
- Weapon Number: Not yet assigned
- Designer: SIG/SIGARMS (USA)
- Manufacturer: SIG/SIGARMS (USA)
- Caliber: 9 mm Para
- Breechblock: Sheet steel, sandblasted, blued
- Frame: Aluminum, black anodized
- Barrel Length and Type: 97.6 mm, tilting barrel with angled surfaces
- Number of Grooves: Six
- Twist Rate: Right, 250 mm
- Magazine: Sandblasted, blued
- Magazine Capacity: 8 rounds
- Front Sight: Contrast front sight, with a luminous dot (night sight)
- Rear Sight: Contrast rear sight, with two luminous dots (night sight)
- Grip Panels: Plastic
Special Features:
This pistol is intended for police use. Its new, slim, and shorter trigger is especially suited for female officers. The trigger is positioned further back. This model represents a further development of the P 225.
