Found a bodyguard

[bigfreakinrevolver]

Hey found a NIB bodyguard revolver with the tags even on it but the cool part is its o.d. Green and black with laser $399. What do I need to look out for?

 

[GrumpyRocco]

Great Price. I love mine. I carry mine in a Winthrop OWB or Crossbreed ST IWB. I'm an old Army guy so I love to clean it. So I've never had any complaints. I carry +p hollow point. And shoot it at the rangebwith no priblems. My only comment or negative is I'm not sure under pressure I'd be able to activate the laser. I practice with the weapon unloaded, but it's just such an odd activation method.

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[bigfreakinrevolver]

Is the green unusual?

 

[GrumpyRocco]

Mine is black green would be cool

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[GrumpyRocco]

I've never seen green

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[The Real Hawkeye]

Love the Bodyguard. It's my EDC, IWB.

 

[bigfreakinrevolver]

Well my wife hates revolvers and she loved this one so I figure why not but I have never seen one like this. The cylinder release on the top makes me nervous though.

 

[Breechloader]

Can you post a picture of it?
I would love to see it

 

[ptgarcia]

Me too. I have one and really like it. Had Lobo make a holster for it and just put the Hogue grip on it a week ago. I have big mitts and the Hogue grip makes it much easier for me to grip.

 

[bigfreakinrevolver]

I'm going to buy it tomorrow so ill throw some pics up then.

 

[bigfreakinrevolver]

 

[Breechloader]

Very nice!
I like the color contrast

 

[ptgarcia]

Very cool! I've never seen one like that. Looks good!

 

[bigfreakinrevolver]

Thanks ill let you know what my wife thinks when we take it to the range.

 

[mrsig]

Sounds like you guys really like it. I was reading a copy of "gun tests" and they somewhat hammered it. I need to find a copy to test fire if I can. They gave it a C grade. I have also read great reviews on it.

 

[carloglock19]

I like the color. I bought my wife one last year and its been good to go. The only thing we didn't like was the grip so I replaced it with a Hogue grip and it feels so much better. I painted the front sight pink to match the grips.

 

[carloglock19]

Sounds like you guys really like it. I was reading a copy of "gun tests" and they somewhat hammered it. I need to find a copy to test fire if I can. They gave it a C grade. I have also read great reviews on it.

Yeah there are a lot of bad reviews about it. Mine has been trouble free and I can hit the bullseye at 7yds and my wife keeps it center mast at same distance. The grip was really the only thing I disliked but Hogue finally made a replacement that works great.

 

[5Wire]

If you don't have a manual, get a current one, if for no other reason than to deal with adjusting the laser. Their first instructions were incorrect.

Call 1-800-331-0852 (USA) and they'll send you one or you can download here or both.

 

[bigfreakinrevolver]

How do I clean it I don't own any revolvers with this finish. Is there a special way or just hoppes?

 

[5Wire]

I clean mine as follows: bore and cylinder like any other revolver. Everything else with a damp cloth or Q-Tip carefully avoiding getting any fluid in the laser housing. Dry Q-Tip for the laser itself. Sometimes cloth or Q-Tip dampened with a mild soap, then wiped dry. Finally, I do pass a dry Teflon covered mop through the barrel bore and cylinder bores.

From the Manual:

CAUTION:
Never disassemble your BODYGUARD® 38 firearm. There are no
user serviceable parts in or on this firearm.
• Purchase cleaning supplies from your firearms dealer that are
specifically designated for your type and caliber of firearm.
Many suppliers offer these in kit form for your convenience.
• Follow the instructions provided with your cleaning supplies.
• Remove excessive firing residue from the bore and cylinder
charge holes using a properly fitted brush.
• Clean the exterior of the firearm using a non-abrasive cleaning
cloth.
• After cleaning, lightly coat the metal parts, internal and external
with a high quality gun oil.
Whenever your firearm has been exposed to sand, dust, extreme
humidity, water or other adverse conditions, it must be cleaned
and lubricated.

CAUTION: Some cleaners can cause damage to your firearms.
You should avoid immersion in solvent altogether and avoid ultrasonic
cleaning of any type with your BODYGUARD® 38 revolver.
Choice of solvent should be restricted to those products specifically
developed for polymer framed firearms maintenance.
Damage to a firearm's finish or structure may occur if these cautions
are ignored. Ammoniated solvents or other strong alkaline
solvents, should not be used on any Smith & Wesson firearm.
Cleaning is essential to ensure the proper functioning of your
firearm.