The Sig Sauer P238 Gambler is a beavertail small frame handgun. It is a sub-compact pistol designed for self-defense, conceal and carry purposes. It holds a 6-round magazine the fires .380 ACP (9mm short) ammunition, and separate extended clips can be purchased and used for it. The overall length is 5.5-inches, with a height of 4.46-inches, and the barrel extends out 2.7-inches.