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by MARK C. (Web Sight Visitor)
(Dayton, Ohio)

Ruger LCP

The LCP is Ruger's new offering that caters to the concealed carry market. LCP stands for Lightweight Compact Pistol. Its specifications are:

Caliber: .380 Auto
Capacity: 6+1 Rounds
Finish: Blued
Grip: Glass-Filled Nylon
Barrel Length: 2.75"
Groove: 6
Twist: 1:16" RH
Overall Length: 5.16"
Weight: 9.4 oz
California Approved: No
Massachusetts Approved: No
Front Sight(s): Fixed
Rear Sight(s): Fixed
Other Features: N/A
Suggested Retail Price: $330.00
Miscellaneous: One 6-Round Magazine Included.

When I went looking for a pocket pistol I was looking at small S&W J frames, but they did not conceal as well as I liked. I also looked at some Keltec P3ATs, but did not like their fit and finish. I also looked at several other types and makes, but found none to my liking.

Then I found the Ruger LCP on line and it seemed like an answer to what I had been looking for. Since I am a Ruger Mini 14 armorer; I thought I would give it a try. When it finally came in, I was pleasantly surprised how much I liked this little pistol. I purchased an Uncle Mike's pocket holster to use with the LCP, it made the gun disappear in my pocket. I can carry this gun all day with no problem. I carry my LCP daily as a back up to my SP101 or as a primary when my attire won't permit the SP101 to be used.

You may hear people say that the .380 is not a good defensive round, but as a firearms instructor I feel shot placement is more important. There are several sites where you can research ammo ballistics; so I will not get into it here. Sure, a .45 ACP pistol with extra magazines would be preferable in a self-defense situation, but that is not always feasible to carry. If you have carried for a while you know the hassles of trying to conceal a larger type handgun, and probably have opted not to carry on occasion due to type of attire. The number 1 rule in a gunfight is bring a gun. If a gun conceals well regardless of attire it will be more likely to be carried.

I would and have recommended the LCP to anyone looking for an easily concealed pistol.