Bodyguard .380 report

[giguchan]

you will get it back soon enough... I hear they like to get things in and out as aoon as possible- not sure if that is a good thing or not.
Best of luck.

 

[reosta]

Sent mine back on Dec. 22nd and nothing yet. Called and said they received it on the 27th because of Shut Down and should take about two weeks. The "takedown" pin popped out while firing at the range. I expect an "AAA" product when it returns.

 

[giguchan]

I sent mine back right around the same time.... I just got it back this past week.

"AAA" New lot of serials?

 

[reosta]

On 01/22/11, (after a month), received my 380 Pistol back from S&W Service, because of a Take down pin ejection while firing. Three days later, while firing at the range, on the 65th bullet, the slide jammed open and wouldn't chamber the next round. After removing the magazine, I managed to free the slide, but now it wouldn't move all the way back. Hence, a useless hunk of iron.
It's on it's way back to S&W for repair. EAA series. I'm the laughing stock of the Pistol range, (along with S&W).
At least no one got injured.

 

[giguchan]

I'm sorry to hear that..... you sound like me and my day at the range... the Range master told me my gun was unsafe and i was to holster it and not to take it out again. the next time i took it out was to send it back to smith.

I have to admit they did fix the laser buttons... I still have not had time to get it to the range to see what else they did. I wish we had more, nicer,cleaner , ranges here in NY(Long island) I love to shoot inside when the weather is not good..
Best of luck

 

[brent701]

On 01/22/11, (after a month), received my 380 Pistol back from S&W Service, because of a Take down pin ejection while firing. Three days later, while firing at the range, on the 65th bullet, the slide jammed open and wouldn't chamber the next round. After removing the magazine, I managed to free the slide, but now it wouldn't move all the way back. Hence, a useless hunk of iron.
It's on it's way back to S&W for repair. EAA series. I'm the laughing stock of the Pistol range, (along with S&W).
At least no one got injured.

What did they fix on the Bodyguard? I had a EAA and they replaced the Frame and Laser with a new ones. I have about 1200 rounds in it and haven't had any problems

 

[Dougp]

I have an EAE series.... I put 50 rounds through it of "inexpensive" ammo and the gun misfired about 1 out of every 6 rounds.... Then I used a higher grade of ammo for 50 rounds, but the gun still managed to misfire about 1 in 15 rounds.... I was rapid firing so perhaps I was not allowing the trigger to fully return .... I am going to try a 2 second pause along with making sure I return the trigger fully ..... If I still get all this misfiring I guess I will be returning my gun for repair as well.....

 

[phixer]

First my serial number is EAF3xxx. 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

I also, unfortunately, purchased a couple of boxes of Prvi PPU ammunition and it has the hardest primers I have ever seen. I had the same issue with multiple hammer strikes to get some of the rounds to go off and some were so weak the slide didn't cycle. Tried some UMC ammo and they worked great. As for the BG 380 it handles well and disappears in the pocket. So far the only issue I have had is a few burs from machining on the firing pin causing it to hang after firing which left some very odd marks on the primer. A little work with a fine stone and the issue is resolved.

All and all a Great pocket pistol!

 

[Niz]

My new EAHxxxx Bodyguard 380

Bought my new Bodyguard 380 Saturday, and went to the range Sunday afternoon! Man, am I impressed with this little pistol! I have fired the LCP before, but was unimpressed with the sights, and the feel of the gun in my hand. The Bodyguard blows the LCP away IMHO! Mine carries an EAHxxxx serial #, for those that care. Both sights work great! Fired 100 rounds 90gr FMJ PMC and 20 rounds of 90gr Federal Hydrashock. No issues at all. I did everything from slow aimed shots to rapid fire! Had the chance to shoot a LCP again yesterday after I had finished putting 120 rounds through the BG. Wow, after the side by side testing, I found that I am glad I did my research and that S&W lowered the price on the Bodyguard. I anticipated the gun to behave similar to the lcp, but the gun just "felt right" in my hands, much more so than the LCP. The "feel" demonstrated itself in the accuracy. I was able to put together a 3" group on my first magazine at 5 yards, and duplicated the feat at 8 yards with my second mag. A little more practice, and by 100 rounds i was consistently finding that the gun is more accurate than I am. I find the gun disappears into most clothing. I am 6" and 160lbs and have had trouble "concealing" other larger pistols due to my slimness. A DeSantis Nemesis pocket holster allows me to conceal in my front and back pockets, as well as cargo pockets. Carried the BG380 all day in a pair of Nylon cargo shorts, in all pockets, at restaurant, Mart store and even to the beach. So easy to carry, that there is no excuse to leave it at home. Just got back from the range tonight after putting another 70rds through it tonight. Not one problem. Breaks down easily for cleaning. Best description I've heard of it so far is "its the Cadillac of .380 pocket pistols"!

I am impressed!

 

[Chas9]

EAHXXXX

I have shot 50 rounds of Remington and 50 rounds of American Eagle, both FMJ and no problems. CTD has Golden Saber $14.97 box of 25. I picked up a couple boxes and will see if they will function reliably. The trigger is horrendous, but I realize it is just mostly for carry and practice. I have it in a Desantis Nemisis holster in the left front pocket of my pants.

 

[Janster]

I have a 'newbie' type question for you guys and I didn't want to start another thread...
Just got a bodyguard380 about a month ago. Only shot about 100 rounds out of it so far (time & weather prevent more time with it).

My husband and I will eventually sign up for some defensive handgun & conceal carry classes -both of these classes recommend 800 rounds of ammo for the 2 day course.

My first concern...Will my wrists & fingers be able to handle 2 days/800 rounds of shooting with this gun?
Assuming the gun is mechanically capable of handling it.......??

The Defensive handgun class - I could probably learn with the M&P9C and not have as much trouble with the wrists. But with the conceal carry course, I need to use the BG.

Thoughts?
**anyone have any links to some (white dot) night sites for this gun, shoot me a link!! Thanks!

 

[pedropcola]

Got mine, EAFxxx, nice little gun feel wise. Taking it out this weekend. Already have a shipping label coming this way though. When I bought it the left laser button was extremely hard to light up but the right worked perfectly and this is how I intended to activate it. Well, after about a week at home and a couple dozen activations neither button will work unless you take your thumb nail and mash it. It is now impossible to activate either side with either the trigger finger or the off hand thumb. Kind of disappointing. I know they don't want it going off all the time in your pocket but this is ridiculous.

 

[Col_Cotton_Hill]

Got mine, EAFxxx, nice little gun feel wise. Taking it out this weekend. Already have a shipping label coming this way though. When I bought it the left laser button was extremely hard to light up but the right worked perfectly and this is how I intended to activate it. Well, after about a week at home and a couple dozen activations neither button will work unless you take your thumb nail and mash it. It is now impossible to activate either side with either the trigger finger or the off hand thumb. Kind of disappointing. I know they don't want it going off all the time in your pocket but this is ridiculous.

Just take the button out, rotate it, and put it back in and see if that help's. You can then do the fix if you want.

 

[Copnomore]

While you have the buttons out roll them around between your fingers, yea just like a booger, it resets the little center rubber pin that makes the contact. Then put them back in and it should work.

 

[Niz]

Thanks Copnomore and Col Cotton Hill! My right side button was taking more pressure to activate than I deemed necessary, so I followed your advice! Great results. I was considering sending it to S&W once I decide on a larger carry gun option, but this process "fixed" the issue. Before I could not activate the right side laser button while holding the gun. The left one has always worked beautifully, and now so does the right!!!

 

[Pokerstar]

My Bodyguard EAE serial prefix

I've had my EAE series Bodyguard for about 45 days, and have run 200 rounds through it. Some Blazer (filthy sooty residue, never again) and about 150 federals. 100% function. No issues feeding or firing. The takedown pin is a bit difficult to get back in after cleaning, but that will come with learning the pistol better.

The laser buttons are interesting - left button fairly easy to push, the right button is a bit stiffer. I will see how these go the next time I shoot it.

One area I am going to focus on is the magazine release. I am not certain if it is something I am doing, or if the magazine release lets go easily, or if the holster is causing it. I am not using it as my carry piece yet as I have only put 200 rounds through it, and the mag release issue.

Have any of you seen any issues with the magazine being released in the holster?

Thanks!

 

[PittShooter]

I have a 'newbie' type question for you guys and I didn't want to start another thread...
Just got a bodyguard380 about a month ago. Only shot about 100 rounds out of it so far (time & weather prevent more time with it).

My husband and I will eventually sign up for some defensive handgun & conceal carry classes -both of these classes recommend 800 rounds of ammo for the 2 day course.

My first concern...Will my wrists & fingers be able to handle 2 days/800 rounds of shooting with this gun?
Assuming the gun is mechanically capable of handling it.......??

The Defensive handgun class - I could probably learn with the M&P9C and not have as much trouble with the wrists. But with the conceal carry course, I need to use the BG.

Thoughts?
**anyone have any links to some (white dot) night sites for this gun, shoot me a link!! Thanks!

That is quite a few rounds, your hands will probably be more sore from reloading the mags than shooting the gun. Get a baby uplula loader would be a suggestion. The BG manages recoil rather well for its size. I don't think your wrists will suffer but you may eventually experience some discomfort in the fingers/hand. Just take breaks when possible and if it gets painful, stop.

The gun is mechanically able to handle it. I've well over 1000 rounds through mine with no problems.

I don't know of night sights although others may. Some just paint them with white enamel.


Pokestar - I haven't heard of the mag release problem with the BG before. Do you have a spare mag to try? What type of holster are you using?

 

[wvron]

I've had my EAE series Bodyguard for about 45 days, and have run 200 rounds through it. Some Blazer (filthy sooty residue, never again) and about 150 federals. 100% function. No issues feeding or firing. The takedown pin is a bit difficult to get back in after cleaning, but that will come with learning the pistol better.

The laser buttons are interesting - left button fairly easy to push, the right button is a bit stiffer. I will see how these go the next time I shoot it.

One area I am going to focus on is the magazine release. I am not certain if it is something I am doing, or if the magazine release lets go easily, or if the holster is causing it. I am not using it as my carry piece yet as I have only put 200 rounds through it, and the mag release issue.

Have any of you seen any issues with the magazine being released in the holster?

Thanks!

I had my first fail to load problem while firing today. Pulled the trigger and nothing. Checked and found no bullet in the chamber. The magazine was loose and had dropped down a 1/8 on an inch or so and the slide did not pick up the round. First problem with firing the gun, but second time the magazine has come loose. It may be that I am hitting the mag release while firing and griping the pistol to tightly. The Mag has always felt a little loose but that seems normal for ones I've looked at. Other than that it's a good shooter.

 

[Pokerstar]

Thanks all. I am using a Remora reinforced top holster. I just picked up a Galco and will try it and report back. No spare mag yet, as you know it only ships with one, and no store near me has any spares in stock. (Also a reason it is not my carry gun yet)

 

[WilliamG]

Fired my EAE BG380 tonight for the first time. No problems so far after about 100 rounds of all sorts of ammo.