Smith & Wessen Bodyguard 380 vs Ruger LCP pistol - Quick Comperison

NEW Smith & Wesson BODYGUARD 380 pistol with factory insight laser vs Ruger LCP 380 with factory Crimson Trace Laser pistol.

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[wheel58]

I take the Ruger because of the way the laser functions and all the edges and lines are smooth. The Bodyguard has harder straight edges.

[3800fanatic]

I would take the Bodyguard. While what you are saying is correct, the bodyguard will lock back on the last round fired while the lcp will not. Furthermore, the lcp has crappy sights compared to the bodyguard. Finally, the bodyguard comes with a lifetime warranty, while the lcp comes with either no warranty or 3 years.

[wheel58]

@3800fanatic All valid points ...but I don't understand why you and many others value the lock back on the last round fired part of the bodyguard so much?

[wheel58]

Thanks Bersa107... I like how u used SHTF it's the first time i've seen it.

[wheel58]

Yes the crimson trace laser requirers constant pressure from your middle finger. The pressure from anyones normal grip is enough to turn on the laser and maintain the beam. The thing I like about the crimson trace is that I don't have to worry about turning it on or off its just ON when i need it. I agree I do not ever want to become dependent on a laser. That would be one drawback to the lcp. Its sites are not nearly as good as the bodyguards.

[wheel58]

-That is nice that it locks back on the final round.

- I agree the bodyguard has better sights but but for me and concealed carry I don't want the big sights sticking out to snag on something. -

-I would agree that the smith looks better with the straight lines. But for concealed carry I like the rounded corners and smooth lines of the Ruger.

-The LCP does have a built in laser. It's a factory Crimson Trace Laser put on by ruger.

-My dad loves his smith. mainly the sights and price for him

[awomansworld123]

Nice review, honestly I have the same feelings as you in regards to the dynamics of both guns in general. Good stuff!!!

[Siren791]

@Sounds4theInfowar Look up Smith and Wesson on google and educate yourself about the topic; category 2000 agreement.

[MrShysterme]

I haven't seen a reason to have a laser on a subcompact gun. I'm open to change my mind though.

[Sounds4theInfowar]

Smith and Wesson sold out and sided with compromising our rights. Why would anyone ever support them? Are all the people that dumbed down?

[steelcurtain41286]

crimson trace over pushing a button to activate a laser 8 days a week. No chance if you have to draw your gun in a high stress situation where seconds mean life or death can you push the button on the BG. For this reason I chose the LCP and am 100% happy. No problems with ammo what so ever, and accuracy is great. If your looking for a gun with good sights to hit from 15-20 yards your shopping for the wrong gun, get a 1911! Both are great 380s hands down, I just went with the LCP CT

[excelerater]

i own both...BG380 is better.......first off,I have never snagged a pistol in my life lets get that out of the way.////BG380 slide lock on last shot is the deal winner for me,it eats every ammo,LCPs are pickier on ammo,BG gun looks better and more stealthy and has real sights...LCP looks like a mistake once you add that silly lazer has no sights and is a keltec copy...S&W is original looking too.....I own several of each brand,Ruger has not had an original idea of its own in handguns ever

[Eledaraumar]

@wheel58 Faster reloads.

[jetsettrs]

every video i've seen and read have always started with many+++'s about the bodyguard; Grouping, feel, and so many other things but, why is the LCP always the one that in the end of these reviews comes out as the obvious choice?

[Lumbre1969]

LCP - I think the BG lock back feature is so you can never say - I know what you're thinking. "Did he fire seven shots or only six?" I only carry one mag for my BUG as most people. Lock back is a good feature if reloading or left hand wounded but by then you should be taking cover or be running from your threat.

[timmy101able]

Is the BG really approved for +p ammo? If so that might be a really really big plus for it? I was pretty set on getting the ruger lcp today but if the BG really can handle

+p then I might have to reconsider?

[yz9890]

sights on a micro-pistol like these are almost as silly as lasers. whatever is the cleanest and lightest (and of course reliable) wins in this category in my opinion. if SW has a lighter/cleaner (no laser) frame and zero profile sight option then i may give it the edge because I think it's approved for +p ammo.