Will this Ruger LCP unseat my favorite pocket carry gun the S&W bodyguard .380? Part 1

Published on March 18, 2026
Duration: 13:05

This video provides an expert-level comparison between the Ruger LCP (Model 03791, 10th Anniversary edition) and the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 1.0 for pocket carry. The experienced speaker details physical dimensions, trigger pull weights (LCP averaging 6lb 7.9oz vs. Bodyguard at 6lb 14.5oz), safety mechanisms, and sight quality. While definitive reliability and accuracy conclusions await range tests, the LCP shows promise with its improved trigger and aesthetics.

Quick Summary

The Ruger LCP (Model 03791) and S&W Bodyguard .380 are compared for pocket carry. The LCP averages a 6lb 7.9oz trigger pull and lacks a manual safety, while the Bodyguard averages 6lb 14.5oz and has a manual safety. The Bodyguard offers superior sights, but the LCP's aesthetics and trigger are favored by the experienced reviewer.

Chapters

  1. 00:00S&W Bodyguard 1.0 as Pocket Carry Benchmark
  2. 01:16Introducing the Ruger LCP (2nd Gen Style)
  3. 01:50Ruger LCP Unique Features (Stainless Slide, Skeleton Trigger)
  4. 02:19Comparison Setup: LCP vs. Bodyguard
  5. 02:35Ruger LCP Model Info & Safety Plug
  6. 02:54Ruger LCP Design Notes (Serrations, Trigger)
  7. 03:49Ruger LCP 3791 Specs Breakdown
  8. 04:38Ruger LCP Trigger Safety Plug Explained
  9. 04:55Ruger LCP Trigger Action & Reset Analysis
  10. 05:37Ruger LCP Trigger Pull Test Results
  11. 06:28S&W Bodyguard Trigger Pull Test Results
  12. 07:04Ruger LCP Magazine Options
  13. 07:55Size Comparison: LCP vs. Bodyguard
  14. 09:14Safety Preference: Manual vs. No Manual Safety
  15. 09:50Sights Comparison: Bodyguard vs. LCP
  16. 10:48Conclusion: Which is Better for Carry?
  17. 11:28Final Thoughts on Trigger & Future Tests

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences between the Ruger LCP (Model 03791) and the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard .380 for pocket carry?

The Ruger LCP (03791) is hammer-fired with a skeletonized trigger averaging 6lb 7.9oz pull, lacks a manual safety, and has lower profile sights. The S&W Bodyguard 1.0 is DAO with a manual safety, taller adjustable sights, and averages a 6lb 14.5oz trigger pull. Both are similar in size.

How do the trigger pulls compare on the Ruger LCP and S&W Bodyguard .380?

Using a Wheeler Engineering gauge, the Ruger LCP averaged 6 lb 7.9 oz, while the S&W Bodyguard .380 averaged 6 lb 14.5 oz. The LCP's trigger is described as having a crisper break and a unique double-click reset, feeling subjectively better.

Which pistol has better sights for pocket carry, the Ruger LCP or S&W Bodyguard .380?

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard .380 features significantly better sights, being larger, taller, wider, and drift-adjustable. The Ruger LCP has lower-profile, snag-free sights with a glow-in-the-dark front dot, which are less prominent but aid in concealment.

What are the safety features on the Ruger LCP (Model 03791) and S&W Bodyguard .380?

The Ruger LCP (03791) lacks a manual safety and includes a rubber push-through trigger safety plug to prevent accidental discharge. The S&W Bodyguard .380 is equipped with a manual safety lever.

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