Bodyguard 2.0 magazine release mod...it is too long.

[keepitlow]

I have (2) Bodyguard 2.0's. Love everything about the Bodyguard 2.0 except the mag release. It protrudes too far, and I have had 3 occasions where the mag was released by accident. And it is not even my main carry gun. I just use it for mesh shorts or a windbreaker. If it was my main carry gun who knows how many times the mag would pop out by accident. I don't use a holster, it is pocket carried.

Have any of you modded the release button to shorten it? It would be nice if S&W made a shorter replacement release for the 2.0.

 

[agksimon]

I have (2) Bodyguard 2.0's. Love everything about the Bodyguard 2.0 except the mag release. It protrudes too far, and I have had 3 occasions where the mag was released by accident. And it is not even my main carry gun. I just use it for mesh shorts or a windbreaker. If it was my main carry gun who knows how many times the mag would pop out by accident. I don't use a holster, it is pocket carried.

Have any of you modded the release button to shorten it? It would be nice if S&W made a shorter replacement release for the 2.0.

I can't even imagine carrying a pistol, especially in a pocket that's not in a holster with a trigger guard that's not fully covered. It's taking a heck of a chance, not only for you, but those around you. My Bodyguard 2.0 came with a less than 4lb trigger pull and it's a very real risk to carry unholstered.

 

[LEGION12]

I wouldn't carry any pistol in my pocket without a holster .

 

[ImDrRich]

LEOs are often trained to spot folks who waistband carry w/o a holster; these types are typically up to no good.

In your case, I'd be concerned about the trigger catching on some material and the gun going off.

Please don't do that - for your safety and others - and find a holster you can tolerate?

 

[Cphobes]

I have (2) Bodyguard 2.0's. Love everything about the Bodyguard 2.0 except the mag release. It protrudes too far, and I have had 3 occasions where the mag was released by accident. And it is not even my main carry gun. I just use it for mesh shorts or a windbreaker. If it was my main carry gun who knows how many times the mag would pop out by accident. I don't use a holster, it is pocket carried.

Have any of you modded the release button to shorten it? It would be nice if S&W made a shorter replacement release for the 2.0.

No issues pocket carrying or IWB carrying the BG2.0 with the mag release. In both instances I use a proper holster which doesn't cover the mag release in at least one instance.

I use a Desantis Nemesis for pocket and Vedder Tuck holster respectively. I'd recommend either of them.

 

[LEGION12]

This one works for me. https://i.postimg.cc/4d1DVKmZ/IMG-20250408-160945619.jpg

 

[ImDrRich]

Here's mine. It's a Tulster from the Profile series. I chose the blue carbon style. Fits like a glove. Note: I swapped out the plastic belt retainer for this metal one.

 

[Cphobes]

Here's mine. It's a Tulster from the Profile series. I chose the blue carbon style. Fits like a glove. Note: I swapped out the plastic belt retainer for this metal one.

Tulster's a good brand too! Vedder had a special and I like their clip better than the metal one you have there. I've used both and found the Vedder one is secure, easier to use and I can tuck the holster. Tucking the BG2.0 behind a dress shirt in the Vedder holster is super easy.

 

[halfmoonclip]

LEOs are often trained to spot folks who waistband carry w/o a holster; these types are typically up to no good.
?

So called 'Mexican carry', so the gun can be ditched without leaving an incriminating holster behind.
While I prefer Kydex, I was having trouble drawing from an Alabama, so I've been using a DeSantis. It doesn't cover the mag release, but I've never had a mag pop loose. Mag release requires a very deliberate push.
Moon

 

[GnarlsR2]

Wow…. I can’t imagine my loaded BG2 inside one of my pockets without being in a holster!

The Muddy River Tactical kydex is perfect for me. It covers the mag release, which is a perfect size and perfectly placed for my thumb release. It is the best mag release design of any handguns I have.

 

[JoeB51]

I use a Alabama pocket holster. Carrying a firearm in pocket without a holster is irresponsible.

 

[seldon14]

I have (2) Bodyguard 2.0's. Love everything about the Bodyguard 2.0 except the mag release. It protrudes too far, and I have had 3 occasions where the mag was released by accident. And it is not even my main carry gun. I just use it for mesh shorts or a windbreaker. If it was my main carry gun who knows how many times the mag would pop out by accident. I don't use a holster, it is pocket carried.

Have any of you modded the release button to shorten it? It would be nice if S&W made a shorter replacement release for the 2.0.

That's your problem. Stop carrying like a moron.