NEW! Ruger LCP Max...New King of The Micro Pocket Carry Guns

Published on June 30, 2021
Duration: 16:29

This guide details the field stripping and reassembly process for the Ruger LCP Max, as demonstrated by Hegshot87. It covers the essential steps for basic maintenance, emphasizing safety throughout. The video highlights the firearm's internal components, including its dual recoil spring and metal guide rod, and provides practical insights for owners.

Quick Summary

The Ruger LCP Max is hailed as the new king of micro pocket carry guns, offering significant upgrades over the LCP II. Key improvements include a tritium front night sight, enhanced ergonomics, and increased magazine capacity (10+1 or 12+1 rounds). Its trigger pull averages just under 6 pounds, and its compact size makes it ideal for deep concealment, outperforming competitors like the Glock 42 in this niche.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction
  2. 00:50Unboxing and Accessories
  3. 01:20Features and Ergonomics
  4. 02:14Sights and Texture
  5. 03:28Size Comparisons
  6. 04:52Disassembly
  7. 07:37Range Performance
  8. 11:09Trigger and Weight
  9. 12:15Concealment and Carry
  10. 13:16Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key upgrades of the Ruger LCP Max compared to the LCP II?

The Ruger LCP Max features significantly upgraded sights, including a tritium front night sight, and offers increased magazine capacity with options for 10-round flush and 12-round extended magazines, while maintaining a similar compact footprint to the LCP II.

What is the trigger pull weight of the Ruger LCP Max?

During testing, the Ruger LCP Max exhibited a trigger pull weight ranging from approximately 5 pounds 9 ounces to 5 pounds 13 ounces, measured using a digital trigger pull gauge. This indicates a consistent and manageable trigger for its size.

How does the Ruger LCP Max compare in size to other popular micro-compact pistols?

The LCP Max maintains a very similar overall size and footprint to its predecessor, the LCP II, making it ideal for deep concealment. It is notably smaller than pistols like the Ruger Max-9 and is presented as a more compact alternative to the Glock 42 for pocket carry.

What are the magazine capacities for the Ruger LCP Max?

The Ruger LCP Max comes standard with a 10-round flush-fit magazine. An optional extended magazine is also available, increasing the capacity to 12 rounds, which also provides a fuller grip for some users.

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