Battle of the Bodyguards! S&W Bodyguard 1.0 versus S&W Bodyguard 2.0

Published on April 1, 2026
Duration: 8:02

This video compares the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 1.0 and 2.0, focusing on their performance at 40 feet. The reviewer notes the 1.0's double-action-only trigger and smaller profile, while the 2.0 features a striker-fired mechanism, improved grip, and better sights. Both pistols experienced some feeding issues with bargain-brand ammunition but performed well with Winchester White Box.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 1.0 is double-action-only (DAO) with a shorter sight radius and smaller grip. The Bodyguard 2.0 is striker-fired, features taller sights (including a fiber optic front sight), and has a longer, more grippy texture on its frame. Both pistols experienced chambering issues with bargain ammo but performed well with Winchester White Box.

Chapters

  1. 00:50Introduction: Bodyguard 1.0 vs 2.0
  2. 01:15Ammo Issues: New Republic vs Winchester
  3. 02:22Bodyguard 1.0 Features: DAO, Sights, Grip
  4. 03:43Bodyguard 2.0 Features: Striker-Fired, Sights, Grip
  5. 04:22Bodyguard 2.0 Design Pedigree
  6. 05:09Accuracy Results: Bodyguard 2.0 Target Analysis
  7. 06:36Wrap-up: Bodyguard 1.0 vs 2.0 Comparison
  8. 07:18Which Bodyguard is Right for You?

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 1.0 and 2.0?

The Bodyguard 1.0 is double-action-only (DAO) with a shorter sight radius and smaller grip. The Bodyguard 2.0 is striker-fired, features taller sights (including a fiber optic front sight), and has a longer, more grippy texture on its frame.

How did different ammunition types perform in the S&W Bodyguard pistols?

The reviewer experienced chambering issues with bargain-brand New Republic ammunition, noting hard primers. Winchester White Box Flat Tip ammunition performed much better, with no issues in chambering or extraction for both pistols.

What accuracy was achieved with the S&W Bodyguard pistols at 40 feet?

At 40 feet, both pistols provided decent accuracy for their size. The Bodyguard 1.0 showed acceptable groups, while the Bodyguard 2.0's groups were potentially tighter but consistently shot left, requiring sight adjustment.

Which Smith & Wesson Bodyguard model does the reviewer prefer for pocket carry?

Despite the 2.0's improvements, the reviewer prefers the Bodyguard 1.0 for pocket carry. This preference is based on its smaller, lighter, and more compact dimensions, making it more comfortable for everyday concealed carry.

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