Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this W. German-made semi-automatic pistol for a penny-start auction; this is the Sig Sauer P230 SL!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Sig Sauer
Model: P230 SL
Serial: S010689
Date of Manufacture: 1987 (According to the “JH” Date Code)
Caliber: 9mm Kurz (.380 ACP)
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 3.6"
Optics/Sights: Integral Blade Front with Red Dot and Dovetail Notch Rear with Red Dot
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The SIG Sauer P230 is a compact, semi-automatic handgun that exemplifies SIG Sauer’s approach to precision engineering in small, concealable firearms. Designed at the Eckernförde, Germany, branch in 1977, the P230 was developed as a lightweight, easily carried sidearm for law enforcement and security personnel. Chambered in .32 ACP or .380 Auto, it features a straight blowback operation with a fixed barrel, a configuration that contributes to its mechanical simplicity, reliability, and accuracy for close-range defensive use. Its narrow slide and low-profile frame make it particularly suitable for concealed carry, including ankle holsters or beneath body armor, and its ergonomic molded polymer grip provides a secure and comfortable hold despite its small dimensions. The P230 was available in both blued and stainless-steel versions: the blued model combined a steel slide with an anodized aluminum frame, while the stainless variant featured all-steel construction, enhancing corrosion resistance and durability. The pistol’s trigger system allows for both single-action and double-action firing, with a factory single-action pull of approximately 5.5 lbf, and includes a de-cocking lever that safely lowers the hammer to a half-cock position, allowing the firearm to be carried with a chambered round while minimizing the risk of accidental discharge. Historically, the P230 emerged from post-World War II West Germany, when state police were primarily armed with .32 ACP Walther PP and PPK pistols. Rising threats in the 1970s, such as the Munich Massacre and Red Army Faction activities, pushed law enforcement to seek more powerful, concealable sidearms. While the P230 was submitted for consideration, German police ultimately selected 9mm pistols like the SIG P225 (P6), Walther P5, and H&K P7 for official service. Nevertheless, the P230 gained international recognition as a well-built, reliable firearm that competes with the Walther PPK in the compact defensive handgun market. Its features, including a secure de-cocking system, simple blowback operation, and intuitive sighting with a front dot and rear rectangle, make it both safe and practical for everyday carry. Earlier models are identifiable by the “Made in W. Germany” stamp on the slide, marking them as part of the original production run before the pistol was eventually succeeded by the P232 in 1996. Today, the SIG P230 is valued by collectors and enthusiasts for its quality craftsmanship, historical significance, and enduring functionality as a compact, concealable defensive pistol.
Contents:
Model: P230 SL
Serial: S010689
Date of Manufacture: 1987 (According to the “JH” Date Code)
Caliber: 9mm Kurz (.380 ACP)
Finish: Stainless
Barrel Length: 3.6"
Optics/Sights: Integral Blade Front with Red Dot and Dovetail Notch Rear with Red Dot
Stock/Grips: Black Checkered Synthetic
Action: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The SIG Sauer P230 is a compact, semi-automatic handgun that exemplifies SIG Sauer’s approach to precision engineering in small, concealable firearms. Designed at the Eckernförde, Germany, branch in 1977, the P230 was developed as a lightweight, easily carried sidearm for law enforcement and security personnel. Chambered in .32 ACP or .380 Auto, it features a straight blowback operation with a fixed barrel, a configuration that contributes to its mechanical simplicity, reliability, and accuracy for close-range defensive use. Its narrow slide and low-profile frame make it particularly suitable for concealed carry, including ankle holsters or beneath body armor, and its ergonomic molded polymer grip provides a secure and comfortable hold despite its small dimensions. The P230 was available in both blued and stainless-steel versions: the blued model combined a steel slide with an anodized aluminum frame, while the stainless variant featured all-steel construction, enhancing corrosion resistance and durability. The pistol’s trigger system allows for both single-action and double-action firing, with a factory single-action pull of approximately 5.5 lbf, and includes a de-cocking lever that safely lowers the hammer to a half-cock position, allowing the firearm to be carried with a chambered round while minimizing the risk of accidental discharge. Historically, the P230 emerged from post-World War II West Germany, when state police were primarily armed with .32 ACP Walther PP and PPK pistols. Rising threats in the 1970s, such as the Munich Massacre and Red Army Faction activities, pushed law enforcement to seek more powerful, concealable sidearms. While the P230 was submitted for consideration, German police ultimately selected 9mm pistols like the SIG P225 (P6), Walther P5, and H&K P7 for official service. Nevertheless, the P230 gained international recognition as a well-built, reliable firearm that competes with the Walther PPK in the compact defensive handgun market. Its features, including a secure de-cocking system, simple blowback operation, and intuitive sighting with a front dot and rear rectangle, make it both safe and practical for everyday carry. Earlier models are identifiable by the “Made in W. Germany” stamp on the slide, marking them as part of the original production run before the pistol was eventually succeeded by the P232 in 1996. Today, the SIG P230 is valued by collectors and enthusiasts for its quality craftsmanship, historical significance, and enduring functionality as a compact, concealable defensive pistol.
Contents:
This example will ship with the factory-labeled box, matching test fire target, and all other contents as pictured above!
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Additional Details
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