In Praise of the Ruger LCP

[Bigum1969]

I'm down in Florida vacationing with my family and brought along my Ruger LCP as my carry gun. I know that printing is a here in Florida as Open Carrying is not allowed.

Anyhow, the number one thing about carrying a gun is... actually carrying the gun! This is where this little gem excels. I'm in shorts down here with only a t-shirt and the LCP disappears into my pocket (pocket holster). I have a gun that I know is reliable (broken in and it has performed flawlessly) and hides even in shorts and summer clothes. I've carried all the way down to Florida and it hasn't left my pocket, other than when I went to a state park -- where firearms are prohibited here in Florida.

I've heard the arguments about the lack of stopping power of the .380, but I can say the gun you can carry is better than one left at home.

Maybe the best $320 I've spent in a long while.

 

[glockpatriot]

Here Here!

 

[westfork]

there's a lot to be said about the little .380 pocket pistols. it is obvious how popular they have become when you go out to look for ammo or just strike up conversation with other gun nuts about them. i've got a p3at that seldom leaves my pocket. a glock 23 is my carry piece of choice, but when the wardrobe calls for something less conspicuous the pocket pistol fills that niche quite nicely.

 

[lovemachine]

I'm jealous. I looked at that gun at the 1500. Very nice. It's on my wish list

 

[MilitaryArms]

Count me as a fan of the LCP .380. Great little pistol, it goes everywhere with me even with I have a bigger gun on my hip. Love it!

I took a pic of mine today. I've been thinking of having the slide hard chromed to resist wear, but honestly... mine still looks practically new after being carried daily for well over a year now.

I may put off the hard chrome for a while... although I'm sure it would look great.

 

[Shoots4Fun]

Bigum, you took the thoughts out of my head. I've been thinking the same thing every since I bought the LCP. It's so versatile and concealable. Mine too has broken in nicely and I love carrying it.

Excellent post...

 

[dooleydclown]

You guys really know how to hurt a guy, I'm still trying to get one... someday I will find one.

 

[Bigum1969]

You guys really know how to hurt a guy, I'm still trying to get one... someday I will find one.

They are easier to find now down here in Evansville. You can always get them at Gander Mountain if you are willing to pay a little bit more $$$$.

 

[Mad Man]

The only time I leave the house without my LCP is when I go to work as my employer doesn't allow firearms on their property. That will change in July though The LCP rest in my leather vest very comfortably while cruising around on my bike as well. It is the one gun that I take with all the time

 

[Bigum1969]

It's great to hear so much LCP love!

 

[Accidental Discharge]

what about the LCR?

 

[360]

I bought 4 of them when they first came out and weren't as hot as they seem to be now. Paid $249 each for them at the 1500.

I gave one to a buddy, one to myself, and sold the other two for $350 each.

Mine has had over 500 rds through it before I couldn't find .380 anymore, and it has traveled the country with me.

It may be small, but it's better than nothing at all.

 

[Cemetery-man]

Great carry pistol! It's in my pocket whenever I leave the house. Best advantage is you can put it in just about any pocket in pants, shirt, vest, coat, etc. even with a CT laser attached.

 

[RetDep310]

Another lover here of the LCP. Bought the LCR first, but wanted something even smaller. 500 rounds through it, fmj and assorted jhp, without a problem. Got a pretty stout kick though.

 

[Boilers]

Would any of you know where in Central Indiana is the best LCP deals right now?
Which Indy1500 vendor had them for that price?

 

[BrownDog]

Plainfield shooting supply

I purchased the "hard chrome" version of the LCP from Bob for $329 not including tax.
He had the standard model selling for $289

This was about 3 weeks ago

 

[PatriotPride]

Picked up my first LCP over the weekend from Nova512. Absolutely love it! Disappears into my pocket, and I have a good Fobus holster also. So light I almost forget it's there

 

[Goosepond Monster]

I bought one on Monday, but sadly I haven't had a chance to test it out yet.

 

[Boilers]

Ok, about the HC (hard chrome) option...
I've had a KelTec HC, and thought it wore really well.
Are people having wear/rust issues with the blued model?
Are people finding the HC to be a better option?
Any other HC related info/issues? (besides higher price)

 

[stilllearning09]

I'm down in Florida vacationing with my family and brought along my Ruger LCP as my carry gun. I know that printing is a here in Florida as Open Carrying is not allowed.

Anyhow, the number one thing about carrying a gun is... actually carrying the gun! This is where this little gem excels. I'm in shorts down here with only a t-shirt and the LCP disappears into my pocket (pocket holster). I have a gun that I know is reliable (broken in and it has performed flawlessly) and hides even in shorts and summer clothes. I've carried all the way down to Florida and it hasn't left my pocket, other than when I went to a state park -- where firearms are prohibited here in Florida.

I've heard the arguments about the lack of stopping power of the .380, but I can say the gun you can carry is better than one left at home.

Maybe the best $320 I've spent in a long while.

Absolutely right! Very well said. I am also a fan of the LCP.