Snagglepus
Member
- Joined
- Nov 20, 2010
- Messages
- 19
- Reaction score
- 0
I have a new bg 380 and shot about 100 thru it....love it...no problems....
Report: Problems with new S&W Bodyguard 380
- Thread starter cateye
- Start date
wildenout
Member
No problems here
I just got mine 2 months ago, so i guess it's the new batch. I absolutely love it! It hasn't left my pocket since. I put 300 rounds through it so far and the only weird thing I encountered was while using colt ACP ammo, it got stuck while ejecting and there were a few times that nothing fired. I was thinking it might have been the trigger problem that everyone has been complaining about, but once I tossed the colt crap and reloaded with federal ammo I was good to go and shot another 50 rounds that day and another 100 since! DO NOT BUY COLT AMMO FOR THIS GUN!!!!
I just got mine 2 months ago, so i guess it's the new batch. I absolutely love it! It hasn't left my pocket since. I put 300 rounds through it so far and the only weird thing I encountered was while using colt ACP ammo, it got stuck while ejecting and there were a few times that nothing fired. I was thinking it might have been the trigger problem that everyone has been complaining about, but once I tossed the colt crap and reloaded with federal ammo I was good to go and shot another 50 rounds that day and another 100 since! DO NOT BUY COLT AMMO FOR THIS GUN!!!!
Snagglepus
Member
- Joined
- Nov 20, 2010
- Messages
- 19
- Reaction score
- 0
I am having a gunsmith look at mine tomorrow....looking at getting a lighter spring put in....
oh. let me know how that goes
due to the gun having a manual safety. I think the trigger pull was a little overboard
Snagglepus
Member
- Joined
- Nov 20, 2010
- Messages
- 19
- Reaction score
- 0
After shooting the gun a little more, I decided to leave it alone...not really that hard of a trigger pull...
Bodyguard 380
I purchased my 380 about 2 weeks ago. It has fired about 100 rounds so far without any failures. I used CCI blazer, some russian ammo, some reloaded hollow points, and a few Hornady Critical Defense rounds. My only complaint so far would be the difficuly with turning on the laser. I saw a fix for that on this forum, and may try it sometime. I think S&W has a winner with this 380.
I purchased my 380 about 2 weeks ago. It has fired about 100 rounds so far without any failures. I used CCI blazer, some russian ammo, some reloaded hollow points, and a few Hornady Critical Defense rounds. My only complaint so far would be the difficuly with turning on the laser. I saw a fix for that on this forum, and may try it sometime. I think S&W has a winner with this 380.
seaswol
Member
380 Bodyguard
Couldn't find spare mags at the on-line stores. Ordered two directly from S&W and they showed up in 5 days. Out of the box, 25 rounds WWB were flawless, 25 rounds of Fiocchi - flawless but then of the 25 rounds of Prvi PPU, six did not go bang, three of them did go on the second strike but the remaining 3 still did not fire. When reloaded and struck two more times they still did not fire. Just think, 475 more rounds of the Prvi to shoot. At seven yards, I am very happy with the grouping. Also, the 380 is much more comfortable to shoot than my old P3AT. After a few hundred break in rounds, I'll try some of my Double Taps for excitement.
__________________
Couldn't find spare mags at the on-line stores. Ordered two directly from S&W and they showed up in 5 days. Out of the box, 25 rounds WWB were flawless, 25 rounds of Fiocchi - flawless but then of the 25 rounds of Prvi PPU, six did not go bang, three of them did go on the second strike but the remaining 3 still did not fire. When reloaded and struck two more times they still did not fire. Just think, 475 more rounds of the Prvi to shoot. At seven yards, I am very happy with the grouping. Also, the 380 is much more comfortable to shoot than my old P3AT. After a few hundred break in rounds, I'll try some of my Double Taps for excitement.
__________________
- Joined
- Jan 29, 2011
- Messages
- 1
- Reaction score
- 0
2nd time at range with bodyguard
After nearly 150-200 rds the gun failed to lock open when unloaded. the range master would have field stripped but cannot pull slide back far enough to lock slide and thefore field strip this firearm. Customer service is closed Saturday but i see a return for repair in my near future. Upsetting because I really love this gun. The fact that I have a glock that has never failed and I have only owned the bodyguard one week makes me wonder if this will be a gun i can trust the safety of my family to or i will go back to Glock 19 as my CCW.
After nearly 150-200 rds the gun failed to lock open when unloaded. the range master would have field stripped but cannot pull slide back far enough to lock slide and thefore field strip this firearm. Customer service is closed Saturday but i see a return for repair in my near future. Upsetting because I really love this gun. The fact that I have a glock that has never failed and I have only owned the bodyguard one week makes me wonder if this will be a gun i can trust the safety of my family to or i will go back to Glock 19 as my CCW.
RSY
Member
This happened to me yesterday, too. After the pistol's initial 150 rounds, as well.
It is the retaining screw for the laser unit. It has backed out and is not allowing the front of the slide to pass it on its way to the rear. With some effort, I was able to remove the slide myself.
There is a spot where the take-down pin will still turn down even without the slide being locked to the rear. You just have to play with pulling the slide back while simultaneously putting a little pressure down on the take-down pin until it drops down. Then you can pull it out and remove the slide assembly. Dollars-to-donuts, your laser screw has become fully unscrewed like mine was.
I'm thinking some blue Loc-Tite may be in order, but I'm also reluctant to do so since the allen-head is so small and doesn't offer much purchase. Ultimately, I may just yank the laser unit, altogether. But, that would kinda defeat some of the appeal of this little gun, which I really do want to like.
In any event, keep carrying your Glock as your primary. Even in perfect working order, the Bodyguard 380 is still nothing more than a back-up gun, in my book.
Good luck.
Scott
I have had my BG for about 3 months now. Not one problem. Using the laser sight at 25" I have had groups within 2 1/2' to 3". They only complant that I have with is the pushing the laser sight button, it requires too much sure effort if you are using it as a CCW. Any suggestions?
I just bought the BG .380 (sn EAJ series) yesterday. I took it to the range today for the first time. I used Independence ammo. After the first 15 rounds I got a no fire, I did not try pulling the trigger again, just released the mag, ejected the chamber round and reloaded. It did this five times out of fifty rounds. I'll try a different ammo next time like Federal or winchester. I also did a field strip when I got home, the release lever was a pain to push down and when I went to put it back together, the slide would not return to the firing position. I finally got it after the slide pinched my palm a couple of times. Not as simple as my Glock 32, but maybe some better ammo and practice field stripping , I should have a winner.
This is my first post, and my 3rd. S&W purchase.
Purchased BG 380 today and found problem field stripping. Seems the take down would only go down to about 5 o'clock when trying to push it with my fingers. Called S&W and they said the spring was stronger than the original BG380's were because owners had complained about the lever was too loose. I used the plastic end of a screwdriver to force it to 6 o'clock and all went well. Putting lever back in was a little tough too. Maybe this SN EAJ**** BG has had this particular problem solved. Now to the range to test for shooting problems.with Winchester metal jackets and Hornaday Critical Defense hollowpoints.
I'm happy to have found this forum, you guys rock.
Purchased BG 380 today and found problem field stripping. Seems the take down would only go down to about 5 o'clock when trying to push it with my fingers. Called S&W and they said the spring was stronger than the original BG380's were because owners had complained about the lever was too loose. I used the plastic end of a screwdriver to force it to 6 o'clock and all went well. Putting lever back in was a little tough too. Maybe this SN EAJ**** BG has had this particular problem solved. Now to the range to test for shooting problems.with Winchester metal jackets and Hornaday Critical Defense hollowpoints.
I'm happy to have found this forum, you guys rock.
Last edited:
doc3118
Member
What happened to it.??
doc3118
Member
Fixed the same problem in about 2 minutes,,,get a coffee stirrer/straw(mine was black),snip approx. a 32nd of an inch off and slide into the rubber button and reinstall,,you may have to try a couple of different sizes to your liking of activation pressure needed...!!
Col_Cotton_Hill
Member
- Joined
- Jan 15, 2011
- Messages
- 45
- Reaction score
- 2
The super quick fix is to pull the button's out, rotate them, and put them back in. If you do it a few time's you can find the sweet spot. You may or may not have to do it again over time.
The best fix it "the Ultimate laser button fix". Do a search and you'll find plenty of info on this site.
Got my 380 this past Wed at Academy. Went out looking for some t-shirts and left with the 380 instead. Go figure. Took it out to the range for my regular shooting time on fridays with my other toys. Put approx 40 rds through it with no problem at different ranges. The laser was way off and not very visible at further ranges during daylight ....expected this anyway. Will attempt to adjust the laser next time out. Button press a little annoying but nothing more. Practiced turning it on with index finger on one side and thumb with the other. Like it a little hard so holstering will not activate it. Maybe will do the fix if needed later. Ordered a Desantis IWB for it on the cheap.I will primarily keep it in my concealment vest or pocket. Maybe will carry IWB or bellyband when I really need to go lightweight and very low profile. The trigger pull is long and difficult to catch the link quickly which for me is a tactical must! Will be taking it down for some cleaning today. For me this gun is what it is.....a backup gun! but will rely primarily on my Glock 26 or 19 for primary defense. Great little product looking past some of the quirks.
Trigger
If you own a Bodyguard .380 and have experienced no issues with the trigger then consider yourself fortunate. As with many first model year products, there are bugs to work out.
I recently purchased a Bodyguard .380 and was eager to test it out. To my dismay, upon firing the first round through the pistol, I knew something was wrong with the trigger. My bodyguard had at least 15 pounds of resistance on the trigger as it had to pulled back against the rear of the trigger guard to fire! 6 rounds out of 50 the pistol failed to discharge at all. I, evidently am not alone in experiencing this as one can search google "S&W bodyguard trigger pull problem" and find many hits.
My bodyguard .380 is on it's way back to S&W to have the problem fixed. Hopefully I receive it back and can share how wonderful it is! I will keep every one posted on my situation.
Hoping for the best!
Matthew G.
If you own a Bodyguard .380 and have experienced no issues with the trigger then consider yourself fortunate. As with many first model year products, there are bugs to work out.
I recently purchased a Bodyguard .380 and was eager to test it out. To my dismay, upon firing the first round through the pistol, I knew something was wrong with the trigger. My bodyguard had at least 15 pounds of resistance on the trigger as it had to pulled back against the rear of the trigger guard to fire! 6 rounds out of 50 the pistol failed to discharge at all. I, evidently am not alone in experiencing this as one can search google "S&W bodyguard trigger pull problem" and find many hits.
My bodyguard .380 is on it's way back to S&W to have the problem fixed. Hopefully I receive it back and can share how wonderful it is! I will keep every one posted on my situation.
Hoping for the best!
Matthew G.
Bad Trigger!!!! Poor casing discharge!
It's time S&W stood up and recalled all .380 bodyguards. There are serious trigger issues with the first run models. I purchased one at Cabela's recently and so disappointed when I fired my first round through it! The trigger was literally against the the rear of the trigger guard before the pistol fired, that's 3/4 of and inch and probably 15 pounds of resistance! Try doing a google search on S&W bodyguard trigger pull issues! Many hits will pop up!
Come on S&W! You have been a great gun manufacturer for over 100 years. Make your long time customers happy!
Sure, first models are prone to have bugs, but that does not dismiss the attitude of the customer service rep I spoke to on the phone about my trigger issue today! What a jerk! Recall this gun before some one is killed from it's faulty trigger!
Matthew G.
p.s. the casings upon discharge usually fly straight up, so, if you wear a large brimmed hat you can catch most of them as long as you hold your head level!!!!
It's time S&W stood up and recalled all .380 bodyguards. There are serious trigger issues with the first run models. I purchased one at Cabela's recently and so disappointed when I fired my first round through it! The trigger was literally against the the rear of the trigger guard before the pistol fired, that's 3/4 of and inch and probably 15 pounds of resistance! Try doing a google search on S&W bodyguard trigger pull issues! Many hits will pop up!
Come on S&W! You have been a great gun manufacturer for over 100 years. Make your long time customers happy!
Sure, first models are prone to have bugs, but that does not dismiss the attitude of the customer service rep I spoke to on the phone about my trigger issue today! What a jerk! Recall this gun before some one is killed from it's faulty trigger!
Matthew G.
p.s. the casings upon discharge usually fly straight up, so, if you wear a large brimmed hat you can catch most of them as long as you hold your head level!!!!
