Body Guard 2.0 | Best Small EDC Gun?

Published on May 3, 2025
Duration: 10:09

This review of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 highlights its extremely compact size, making it suitable for deep concealment. The instructor notes improvements in texturing on the magazine release and takedown lever, and a surprisingly good trigger for its class. While acknowledging its small stature, the instructor finds the .380 ACP recoil comparable to or more than some 9mm micro-compacts due to the gun's mass.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 is an extremely compact .380 ACP pistol measuring 5.5 inches long and 0.88 inches wide, ideal for deep concealment. It features improved texturing, a good trigger, and an orange front sight, though it is not optics-ready and can have a stout recoil for its size.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Bodyguard 2.0
  2. 00:23Dimensions and Size Comparison
  3. 01:20Key Features and Texturing
  4. 01:47Safety Lever and Optics Ready Status
  5. 01:58Sights and Optics
  6. 02:04Shooting the Bodyguard 2.0
  7. 03:08Slide Lock to Rear Observations
  8. 03:21Magazine Insertion Technique
  9. 04:03Instructor's Personal Opinion (Not for Them)
  10. 04:15Recoil Comparison (.380 vs 9mm)
  11. 04:45One-Handed Shooting Experience
  12. 05:13Accuracy Test at 5 Yards
  13. 05:55Accuracy Results and Management
  14. 06:25Trigger Quality Comparison
  15. 06:43Thinness for Concealment
  16. 06:47Heat Concerns
  17. 06:59Trigger Feel and Design
  18. 07:13Size Suitability for Shooter
  19. 07:51Trigger Safety and Reset Analysis
  20. 08:08Overall Thoughts After 150 Rounds
  21. 08:13Recommendation for Small Statured Individuals
  22. 08:35Noted Issues: Slide Lock and Magazine Insertion
  23. 08:46Concluding Remarks and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key dimensions of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0?

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 is exceptionally small, measuring 5.5 inches in length, 4.1 inches in height, and just 0.88 inches in width. These dimensions make it a prime candidate for deep concealment.

How does the Bodyguard 2.0's recoil compare to other micro-compacts?

Despite being chambered in .380 ACP, the Bodyguard 2.0's recoil is noted to be more substantial than expected, potentially exceeding that of some 9mm micro-compacts due to the firearm's compact mass.

What are the notable improvements in the Bodyguard 2.0 over previous models?

Improvements in the Bodyguard 2.0 include enhanced texturing on the magazine release and takedown lever for better grip. The trigger is also praised as being significantly better than typical micro-compact revolvers.

Is the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 optics-ready?

No, as of the review, the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 models are not optics-ready. The instructor also expressed doubt about the practicality of mounting a red dot sight on such a small firearm.

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