M&P Bodyguard Chapter 2

Published on August 19, 2014
Duration: 15:31

Hickok45 reviews the Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380, highlighting its solid feel but noting significant reliability issues with light strikes, especially after installing a Galloway Precision trigger kit. While the kit improves trigger break for those with larger hands, the reduced hammer fall energy compromises defensive reliability. The video compares disassembly to a Glock 27, finding the Glock easier to maintain.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380 faces reliability issues, primarily light primer strikes, especially after installing aftermarket trigger kits like Galloway Precision's. While the kit improves trigger feel, it reduces hammer fall energy, making the firearm unsuitable for defensive carry.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Dual Shooting & Initial Concerns
  2. 00:49Disassembly Process & Comparison
  3. 02:01Glock 27 Comparison & Maintenance Ease
  4. 03:51Galloway Precision Trigger Kit Installation
  5. 05:34Trigger Break Comparison: Stock vs. Modified
  6. 07:51Reliability Testing: Light Strikes Galore
  7. 11:11Final Assessment: Unsuitable for Carry?
  8. 13:16Technical Reason for Light Strikes

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main reliability issues with the Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380?

The primary reliability issue discussed is frequent light primer strikes, particularly after installing aftermarket trigger kits like the Galloway Precision short-stroke trigger. This reduces the energy hitting the primer, leading to misfires.

Does the Galloway Precision trigger kit improve the M&P Bodyguard 380?

The Galloway Precision trigger kit can improve the trigger break point, making it feel better for shooters with larger hands. However, it significantly compromises reliability by reducing hammer fall energy, causing light strikes.

How does the M&P Bodyguard 380 compare to a Glock in terms of maintenance?

Hickok45 finds the disassembly process for the M&P Bodyguard 380 to be more difficult compared to a Glock pistol like the Glock 27, suggesting Glocks are easier to maintain.

Is the M&P Bodyguard 380 suitable for concealed carry after modifications?

Based on the reliability issues observed, especially light strikes caused by trigger modifications, the M&P Bodyguard 380 is deemed unsuitable for defensive concealed carry in its modified state.

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