Due to the low price and rebate, I am now the owner of a BG. I hope to get it out to the range next week.
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msjdgman
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I picked one up last November. Love the little bugger.
LeeMax
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I bought one Friday. FDE, no laser. Took it to the range yesterday and ran 50 rounds through it. The trigger takes a bit of getting used to, but I like it. My only complaint was that it was dry as a bone, didn't seem to have a drop of oil on it.
Now I need to get reloading dies.
Now I need to get reloading dies.
martybee
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Many of us S&W fans have had our BG380's for a while and those of you that bought them with the built in laser, are you sorry you choose that option? The reliability is poor. Never comes on when you want to use it,
batteries dead or poor contact, laser beam off POI, or poor beam intensity. Also I haven't even touched on the subject of: Laser mtg. screw coming loose, backing out , catching on the slide etc.
After a session at the range, you must remove the unit to clean your gun. (According to S&W instructions) In my opinion, the laser is more of a hindrance than an aid! I suggest to anyone considering the purchase of a BG380, get it in the no laser version! If you want one later, you can get the add on model.
batteries dead or poor contact, laser beam off POI, or poor beam intensity. Also I haven't even touched on the subject of: Laser mtg. screw coming loose, backing out , catching on the slide etc.
After a session at the range, you must remove the unit to clean your gun. (According to S&W instructions) In my opinion, the laser is more of a hindrance than an aid! I suggest to anyone considering the purchase of a BG380, get it in the no laser version! If you want one later, you can get the add on model.
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Of course you would post this 2 days after I ordered one with a laser.
Never had such a gadget before so was hoping it would be OK for a little fun.
hyena
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Love my Bodyguard. (No laser.) It's my EDC. Just had it at the range today. I let a friend shoot through a few mags, and he was impressed.
wingriderz
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One question for those that have it. Is it a locked breech? Right now I have a Kel Tec ..380 and their
32 the .32 is locked the .380 is not.
32 the .32 is locked the .380 is not.
OP
Took it out today and it worked just fine with Winchester ball ammo. I did not clean it first, just sprayed some Ballistol on the rear slide rails. It has a kick to it. but accurate at SD distances and no failures.
LeeMax
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Everything I read says it is. How to confirm that, I don't know.
Model 15-4ever
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Today, it's a popular pistol!
Co-pilot caught with loaded gun at airport arrested, TSA says - CBS News
And yes, it's a locked breech design. Plus both Kel-Tecs you mentioned are locked breech designs, P32 and P3AT.
Co-pilot caught with loaded gun at airport arrested, TSA says - CBS News
And yes, it's a locked breech design. Plus both Kel-Tecs you mentioned are locked breech designs, P32 and P3AT.
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Bill In Texas
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Congratulations!
SmithNWesson
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I have BG380 w/ laser and i do not regret it. I have had 0 problems with the laser. It was my first handgun and i love it. I have a shield and i might carry the BG more especially around the house.
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The new model with the green laser is a vastly improved design as far as lasers go
rfd339
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I have one woth the laser. It's been good for the 200 rds.
martybee
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Likewise for me! I removed the laser and plugged the frame holes to keep out the dirt. I shoot it quite often at the LGS&IR. It is like a pocket-hand cannon, but still very manageable.
Funflyer
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SmithNWesson
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Rough neighborhood?
Im just paranoid. If something happens, i would rather draw instead of running upstairs to my safe then running back down stairs.
I am sure others carry at home....right?
