Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Gun

The SIG P290 in .380 Auto is a subcompact, polymer-framed pistol designed for concealed carry with a stainless steel slide. It has a small, lightweight profile with options for standard or enhanced grips and an integrated laser on some variants. The design prioritizes deep concealment in a caliber suited for recoil-sensitive shooters.

Production

Production ran from 2014 through 2017.

Market value

MSRP at production was around $500–$600. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $300–$450.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.380 Automatic
Alias:	9mm Browning Short
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Analysis

The .380 Auto P290 variants were added later in the series production (around 2014) as SIG expanded caliber options for the platform. They followed the RS configuration with restrike capability, offering a lower-recoil alternative to the 9mm models for users prioritizing ease of use in a pocket-sized package. The .380 versions shared the same modular grip and laser options as the 9mm line but saw more limited overall production before the P290 series ended. They filled a niche in the micro-caliber concealed carry segment.