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Model P239
SIG Pistol P239 .40 S&W Variant-2
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.2-in
Length:6.6-in Height:5.2-in
Barrel:3.6-in Weight:29.7-oz
Variant 2 of 3
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)175320
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)7.24 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity8 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor79%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1998 - 2009
Caliber:.40 S&W
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:frame mounted decocking lever
Magazine:7-round
Frame:anodized aluminum
Grip:black polymer
Sights:combat
Notes:two-tone, natural stainless slide
Manufacturer
SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG
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Gun Value
MSRP:$1,028.00Used Est:$660.00
Last Update:4/15/2023
About the Gun

The P239 was developed in response to demands from law enforcement and federal agents for a compact back-up pistol ideal for off-duty concealed carry. Technically it is similar to P228 compact gun, and differs only in size and magazine. While P228 has a double-stack magazine for 12 rounds, P239 has a single-stack magazines for 7 or 8 rounds (depending on caliber). The slim profile of this single-stack pistol provides easy concealment without sacrificing handling.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .40 Smith & Wesson
Alias: N/A
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:180 grains
MV:974 ft/sec ME:379 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was developed as a joint venture between Winchester and Smith & Wesson. It was an effort to to create a cartridge with the same power as the 10mm Norma round that the FBI had just started using, but in a shorter case. The shorter cartridge would facilitate accuracy and allow use of a smaller, more comfortable grip frame. The .40 S&W has become the cartridge of choice for many law enforcement agencies in the United States.

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User Comments

5 of 5 Stars
Choice of those who protect POTUS
By Zelig on 13 Apr 2019
Compact version of the P228, DA/SA 40 caliber. Great for deep cover or back up. I find it highly accurate, extremely reliable and with a barrel swap fires the Sig 357 with same magazines. Very effective calibers in an excellent design. I rely on it for EDC.