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 review compares the Ruger LCP (Model 03791, 10th Anniversary Edition) with the S&W Bodyguard 1.0 as potential pocket carry firearms. The LCP features a stainless steel slide, skeletonized trigger, and a unique rubber trigger safety plug, while the Bodyguard offers a manual safety and superior sights. Both are similar in size and weight, with the LCP having a slightly lighter trigger pull. Final determination of superiority awaits reliability and accuracy testing.

Quick Summary

The Ruger LCP (Model 03791) and S&W Bodyguard .380 are compared for pocket carry. The LCP features a stainless steel slide and skeletonized trigger with a 6.79 lb average pull, while the Bodyguard has superior sights and a manual safety with a 6.95 lb average pull. Both are similar in size, making them viable concealed carry options.

Chapters

  1. 00:00S&W Bodyguard 1.0 Favorite Pocket Carry
  2. 00:27Bodyguard 1.0 Features
  3. 01:16Introducing Ruger LCP
  4. 01:50Ruger LCP Unique Features
  5. 02:19Comparison Setup
  6. 02:35Ruger LCP Details and Model Info
  7. 02:54Ruger LCP Design Notes
  8. 03:49Ruger LCP 3791 Specifications
  9. 04:38Ruger LCP Trigger Safety Plug
  10. 04:55Ruger LCP Trigger Action
  11. 05:37Ruger LCP Trigger Pull Test
  12. 06:28S&W Bodyguard Trigger Pull Test
  13. 07:04Ruger LCP Magazine Options
  14. 07:55Size Comparison: LCP vs Bodyguard
  15. 09:14Safety Preference and Carry
  16. 09:50Sights Comparison: Bodyguard vs LCP
  17. 10:48Conclusion: Which is Better for Carry?
  18. 11:28Final Thoughts on Trigger and Future Tests

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Ruger LCP (Model 03791) has an average trigger pull of 6 lbs 7.9 oz, while the S&W Bodyguard 1.0 averages 6 lbs 14.5 oz. The LCP's trigger is described as having a better feel with a crisp break and a unique double-click reset.

What are the key differences in sights between the Ruger LCP and S&W Bodyguard .380?

The S&W Bodyguard .380 features significantly better sights: they are larger, taller, wider, and drift-adjustable. The Ruger LCP's sights are smaller and snag-free, with a glow-in-the-dark front sight that may have limited longevity.

Does the Ruger LCP have a manual safety, and how does it compare to the S&W Bodyguard?

The Ruger LCP (Model 03791) does not have a manual safety; it relies on a rubber push-through trigger safety plug. The S&W Bodyguard .380 includes a manual safety. The preference for a manual safety on pocket pistols is debated, with some favoring the quicker draw of a non-manual safety design.

How do the Ruger LCP and S&W Bodyguard .380 compare in size for pocket carry?

The Ruger LCP and S&W Bodyguard .380 are nearly identical in size and thickness. The LCP is slightly shorter with its standard 6-round magazine, but can match the Bodyguard's height with an optional 7-round magazine, which also increases capacity to 7+1.

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