The Sig Sauer 238 Extreme .380 borrows heavily from the popular Colt mustang. Being a single action 1911 style subcompact pistol, the Sig 238 Extreme has a lightweight aluminum frame with stainless steel Nitron finished slide. Being from the 1911 family of pistols, the Sig 238 is meant to be carried hammer back, safety on or "cocked and locked" and has a manual frame mounted safety that is perfectly positioned for easy manipulation and trigger is crisp with a clean break and short reset. The slide on most subcompacts can be hard to rack but because of the design and how the barrel unlocks the Sig 238 Extreme can be racked with a single finger making it perfect for new shooters or anyone who has trouble manipulating a semi automatic pistol. To get a grip in any kind of condition you might encounter in carry situation, the Sig Sauer 238 Extreme .380 is upgraded with extreme G10 grips and comes with extended 7rd magazine for fuller grip. Siglite tritium night sights top the black Nitron coated stainless steel slide allowing for a bright sight picture in all lighting conditions.