Opinions on Bodyguard .380................

[BCR#1]

Here you go, Bill. I still had the package the Handall came in, so took this shot for you. There is no model number on the front or back of the pack. The sleeve does not interfere with any of the functions of the gun.

Thanks Bud. The one I bought is the standard handall jr slip on model that fits most micro compacts. I'll check out Hogue's site and get the correct one then.


Bill

 

[BCR#1]

At 68 years, I find the little guns the MOST challenging. What Sig Hammer-fired were you talking about?

Brian,


Sig full size models all. P6, P226, P228, P229 .40 S&W, P220 .45ACP and M11A1. All OWB holster models that are bulky and heavy compared to a micro compact "pocket" sized pistol.


I'll say why all those women picked the bodyguard last is due to the long DOA only trigger pull and snappy recoil in such a small package.


Bill

 

[Engine49guy]

Recently picked up a nice clean used Bodyguard 1.0 with laser $265 out the door.
I like that its small, fits the pocket, 2nd strike capability slide locks back on last round.
If I needed more firepower I wouldn't be interested in higher capacity .380's I'd be leaning into a micro 9mm.
.380 only advantage is it can work in tiny pocket pistols and the BG 1.0 is about the same size as my Beretta 21A pocket 22 lr.

Ps SW quoted my $10 for a spare magazine recently which is cheaper than online retailers.

 

[44 mag]

I like mine , my holster of choice is Vedder kydex pocket holster .

 

[geeollie]

There has been a lot of praise for the Galloway Bodyguard trigger. It makes the trigger pull much better in my experience. If you don't like the Bodyguard factory trigger it could be worth your while.

It is not hard to install with the instructions they provide. I also installed the Grip Overlay they sell. It makes the grip better for my hand. This changed the small gun into a better shooter. Not every one likes it and it is a little expensive compared to the cost of the gun. I recommend because it works for me.

 

[GypsmJim]

The original bodyguard. No way am I going to carry a striker fired pistol on my pocket, sleeve/holster covered or not.


Bill

I've heard this comment before. Could you please explain? What's the difference between a striker and a hammer fired pocket pistol?

 

[BCR#1]

I've heard this comment before. Could you please explain? What's the difference between a striker and a hammer fired pocket pistol?

A manual safety for one and a long DAO trigger pull for another.
Thanks to hyena for the proper grip sleeve. It really tames the recoil and feels really good in my hand.


Bill

 

[agksimon]

Muddy River Pocket Holster

I just ordered this Muddy River pocket holster. It has all the features I like, adjustable retention, pants hook well spaced from the grip and slight curve to fit the pocket.

 

[kbm6893]

I'm happy with my M&P BG380 1.0. Never a failure of any kind and most of the rounds fired were my own reloads. 6 rounds is fine for my purpose.

 

[smoothshooter]

If you are referring to the Bodyguard 2.0, I think it is the best pocket size .380 available by a good margin. Manageable recoil, relatively high capacity, small size and light weight.
It is not without its own quirks however. The magazines are hard to load to maximum capacity. A full magazine is difficult to seat with the slide in battery. The rear sight is to wide. (This may be an asset for older eyes). The sights seem to be misaligned to shoot left in many examples.
I have replaced the rear sight on mine with a Ruger LCP Max rear sight and it cut my group sizes by 50% at least. Had the gunsmith that installed it center the sights to correct windage. An Uplula magazine loader made loading the magazine to full capacity possible. It still takes effort to seat a full magazine.
Smith and Wesson came up with a winner.

OZ

Clip a few coils off the bottom end of that overly strong magazine spring and you can ditch the magazine loading tool.
I refuse to have any modern gun that requires that you have to use a tool to assist in loading.
I have a Bodyguard 2.0 and except for the magazine spring issue that I will fix in a few days, it is hands-down the best compact .380 out there.
Be careful with the trigger. The weight of pull is too light for a pocket gun. NEVER carry one without it being in a holster that covers the triggerguard.