Yeah, special "test configurations" is what I've heard.
I've got a 238 Sports, and recently added a 938 Sports when I finally saw them available again. I also have a regular 938 Combat and a 238 Desert.
My 938 Combat and 238 Desert both have slightly tighter slide to frame fit than the Sports, which almost makes me wonder if the Sports are built using slightly out of spec parts. Either way, both of my Sports function great, and I wouldn't hesitate to buy another.