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LCP Max?
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THE PILGRIM
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Have a Max, have shot it probably 200-300 times, several brands of ammo, all ball.
No problems with the Max.
No problems with the Max.
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Have one, like the extra rounds. 
200 rds, not a hiccup.
200 rds, not a hiccup.
Erich
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I got one in March when the LCP Max was $329 again at Sportsman's Warehouse. It had two malfs in the first three mags, and never a one in the several range trips/300+ rounds since. (Mostly ball, some SIG-Sauer V-Crown JHPs.) I like the (L O N G SA) trigger and the sights and find it shoots better than a J-frame for me. I like the capacity. I find it carries great with the 12-round mags, even in the pocket (in a Simply Rugged holster). The slightly thicker gripframe actually works better in my hand than any other LCP (This is the fourth LCP I've bought (one early one, a second-gen LCP, a LCP II Lite Rack .22 and this one), and - it's a real gun). The LCP Max has fully arrived - the mess George Kelgren started with the Grendel P-10 back in 1988 (when five P10s didn't work for me in seriatim) has finally reached its potential.
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$329 at Grab a Gun now in today's email ad.
Tempting but the 2nd Gen LCP/CT runs fine.
Took the CT off but it's good for point/shoot training.
Might try one just to feel the improved trigger.
Tempting but the 2nd Gen LCP/CT runs fine.
Took the CT off but it's good for point/shoot training.
Might try one just to feel the improved trigger.
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I’m in a similar situation, OP. I don’t have the MAX version but am considering buying one, so this is just a placeholder to remind me to come back to this thread for further comments. So far, everyone I have asked who has one has been positive about it.
Bought it to run alongside my Glock 42. Glock won. The ONLY thing the Max had was the extra rounds on-tap. Snappier, shorter barrel, and mine would print quite low of the POA. Quite sensitive to rust, also, as there is no anti-corro coating on them.
Rammer Jammer
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I've got 500 rounds through mine as of today's range trip with only one fte somewhere around 300 rounds downrange a few months ago.
Way better than the original and LCP II. Thicker grip is way more comfortable, only 1 oz heavier than the original and great capacity for a true pocket pistol.
Way better than the original and LCP II. Thicker grip is way more comfortable, only 1 oz heavier than the original and great capacity for a true pocket pistol.
NDAR15MAN
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Bought 1 4 weeks ago. I just sent it back for the 2nd time. Shoots 10-12 inches low at 7 yards shooting off pistol rest with 4 different shooters with same results. 6 brands of ammo tried. So far not bashing Ruger yet , they are trying but shooting that low I don’t see how they will fix it. Their is a lot folks with these pistols shooting this low on internet . Problem is front sight is made out of tritium and cannot be removed because the way it is attached to slide from what others have told me with same issue. Ruger switched my barrel they said 1st time but others with same issue needed barrel replaced and the whole slide with different front sight. I think the Front sight Should have been engineered different so it could be easily replaced. I would grind front sight down to a numb in a heart beat but with it having a tritium enclosed front sight it would fall apart and you would have even a bigger problem. So will see how Ruger responds to me a 2nd time with 6 different targets making the return trip again with pistol. Once again Ruger is trying they answer the phone when I call and have replaced barrel but more will need to be done to bring bullet impact up 10 inches. I hope they give me a full refund because the cost of buying and trying their ammo they suggested and other ammo i have bought to try is about to break me. Will see what happens. My advice would be to ask the dealer to let you shoot the pistol just 3 times at 7 yards to see the group. Other wise you could have a lot of heart ache like me and others. A lot of negative info here and I don’t want to come across as Ruger basher just a honest report from a buyer of this model of pistol. Other then pistol shooting low it is a great small conceal pistol and you cannot go wrong with the fire power it carries.
I am keeping my fingers crossed. MD
I am keeping my fingers crossed. MD
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I have around 1200 rounds through mine. Its been great! 100% reliable. I carry it every day
rjroberts
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I have one, and it's a good, reliable piece. No frills, but has capacity. I have given mine to my wife for the nightstand, mostly for the night sight. It's a good deal for the money.
I carry a PPK because I can use +P in it, which gives me all the power I need for a reasonable defense scenario. I mention that because Ruger recommends against +p in the LCP series.
I carry a PPK because I can use +P in it, which gives me all the power I need for a reasonable defense scenario. I mention that because Ruger recommends against +p in the LCP series.
Erich
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Well, since there's no SAAMI spec for ".380+P," I'd be stunned if Walther OK'd it in their blowback gun, but Baruch haShem.
My rear sight needed to be moved slightly, but rounds hit just over POA at 10 yards. Good luck with the issue, NDAR15MAN.
I have one. I wanted a good pocket gun when I was having lots of health problems and couldn’t reach back beyond my sides. About 200 rounds through mine. Few hiccups in first 1-2 mags then fine all else. I find it fits better than a j frame in some of my pants pockets so it wins on those occasions. It makes for a potent little package and carrying a spare mag is very easy. I’m happy. If you liked the original version I have a feeling you’ll really like the Max. It’s just more of what was already good.
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Markmontana
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Sold mine and got the Sig P365-380. Not that anything was wrong with the Max but the Sig trigger was a vast improvement and I already have several iterations of the 9mm P365. Never could achieve the accuracy I wanted with the Max. More money, though.
Never cared for the LCP 6 rd version……then the Max was born.
12+1 yes, no brainer.
12+1 yes, no brainer.
I got one in March when the LCP Max was $329 again at Sportsman's Warehouse. It had two malfs in the first three mags, and never a one in the several range trips/300+ rounds since. (Mostly ball, some SIG-Sauer V-Crown JHPs.) I like the (L O N G SA) trigger and the sights and find it shoots better than a J-frame for me. I like the capacity. I find it carries great with the 12-round mags, even in the pocket (in a Simply Rugged holster). The slightly thicker gripframe actually works better in my hand than any other LCP (This is the fourth LCP I've bought (one early one, a second-gen LCP, a LCP II Lite Rack .22 and this one), and - it's a real gun). The LCP Max has fully arrived - the mess George Kelgren started with the Grendel P-10 back in 1988 (when five P10s didn't work for me in seriatim) has finally reached its potential.
ERICH , forget the Ruger. Let’s talk about that customized Opinel.
Erich
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hyena
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Old Cop - just curious if the replies helped you decide. I'm on the fence about buying a Max myself. I've been tempted ever since their release.
I read about problems on the Ruger forums. Common complaint is the gun shoots way below point of aim. And some other issues, trigger pinch, etc.
The other thing is the size. I had an LCP. Eventually bought a BG380 because it fit my hand better. It's a bit larger than the LCP, as you know, just like the Max is a bit larger than my BG. Keep following that trend, and next thing you know I'll be trying to pocket carry my Shield .45. Unlike some, my BG has been very reliable, and I shoot it very well. (Still wish I hadn't sold the original LCP though.)
So about the time I decide to pass on the Max, I see one at my LGS today for $359, and I'm back to considering it again.
I BOUGHT A REGULAR LCP JUST BEFORE I RETIRED. LOVE IT. A FRIEND OF MINE HAD BOUGHT THE LCP MAX. HE CAME BY WHEN I HAD A COOKOUT. I SHOT IT . THAT WAS ALL IT TOOK. I ORDERED 1 RIGHT AWAY. I LOVE IT. DON'T HESITATE. JP
Erich
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Just to give folks an idea of where mine shoots (10 yards, V-Crowns, POA was bottom of white circle - forgive the flier (guy at the next bench touched off a beast!)):
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