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Glock 42 VS SIG Sauer P238

Head to Head Comparison

Glock 42

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80%

Critic Rating

3 Reviews

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95%

User Rating

137 Reviews

SIG Sauer P238

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85%

Critic Rating

20 Reviews

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96%

User Rating

173 Reviews

50 MOA

Accuracy

50 MOA

2.35 Yeets

Damage

2.35 Yeets

N/A

Range

10-50 yards

N/A

Recoil Velocity

N/A

6+1 rounds

Capacity

6+1 rounds

1995

Mobility

1995

50

Ergonomics

50

50

Fit & Finish

50

50

Reliability

50

MSRP:

$347.12

Used Price:

$347.12

New Price:

$385.69

MSRP:

$540.09

Used Price:

$540.09

New Price:

$600.10

Gun Specifications

Specifications

Glock 42

SIG Sauer P238

Weight

12.3 oz

15 oz

Length

5.9"

5.27"

Action

Safe Action

Single

Caliber

.380 ACP

.380 ACP

Capacity

6+1

6+1

Finish

Gas Nitride

Black

Gun Type

Semi-Automatic

Semi-Automatic

Sights

Fixed

Night Sights

Grip

Black

Black

Barrel Length

3.25"

2.7"

Height

4.1 Inches

4.25 Inches

Width

1.1"

1.1"

Gun Stats

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Gun Descriptions

The GLOCK® 42 Semi-Auto Pistol is a slim, subcompact semi-auto pistol designed specifically for concealed carry. Made with the same materials and quality control as all GLOCK semi-automatic pistols, the G42 is a carry gun you can count on at the moment of truth. Internally, the GLOCK 42 employs the same striker, short-recoil operated, and locked-breech barrel as the larger framed GLOCK pistols, and uses a dual recoil spring assembly as the Gen4 pistols. The Safe-Action trigger system makes shooting in stressed situations infallible. The rough textured polymer grip provides a solid hold, and while quite concealable, it offers shooters enough surface area for ultimate control. The white-dot front sight and the white-bracket rear sight provide rapid acquisition in dim lighting situations. The length, shape, finger rest, and size of the trigger opening are the same as the larger pistols, and the trigger is same size and shape as the smooth-faced triggers used on the Gen4 pistols, making them all familiar to those who already use GLOCK pistols. The GLOCK 42 Semi-Auto Pistol is a reliable, easy to maintain firearm that's perfect for everyday carry. The G42 comes with 2 ultra-reliable single-stack 6-round magazines.

Reacting to many requests from the marketplace for a subcompact SIG SAUER pistol, engineers designed the new P238 as a smart looking, small handgun built with the same accuracy and reliability as large frame SIG SAUER pistols. With an overall length of just 5.5 inches a height of 3.96 inches, and weighing just under a pound, the SIG SAUER P238 is the ultimate firepower in an all metal frame concealed pistol. The P238 is built on an anodized alloy beavertail style frame with fluted grips for comfort and a secure hold during rapid-fire usage. The stainless steel slide features the popular SIG SAUER slide serrations and improves overall performance and accuracy. Additionally, the SIGLITE Night Sights are removable and adjustable for windage. The sear and trigger return spring are redesigned to prevent spring over-ride of the ejector during assembly. Trigger Pull: SA 7.5-8.5 lbs Sights: SIGLITE Night Sights Grips: Fluted Polymer Grips Frame Finish: Black Hard Coat Anodized Slide Finish: Nitron Accessory Rail: No

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