Probably the best modern pocket pistol

[KEN L]

MTCW
I totally disagree about the LCP. I got one when they first came out. I carried it for about a year, but could never get used to that lousy trigger pull. It was uncomfortable and had an adverse affect on follow-up shots, even with a laser mounted on the gun. I replaced it with a Kahr PM9 and have been much happier ever since. And, no more lasers on my pocket pistols. The Kahr is a tad heavier but has a much smoother trigger pull and the recoil is much manageable than the LCP. However, since the Shield .45 became available it has become my favorite EDC, even though I pocket carry it. Occasionally I'll substitute for a Smith Model 442, depending on my mood.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

Comments about how bigger heavier guns are more comfortable in the hand, easier to handle and aim, bigger sights, less punishing to shoot... remind me of when I went shopping for a pocket gun.

When I went shopping for a pocket gun the main objective was something I'd be willing to carry at all times when dressed. Inside, outside, walking downtown or snoozing on the couch. But when I was at the gun counter I found myself drifting to larger heavier guns that felt better in the hand. I had to keep reminding myself that I had a safe full of bigger heavier guns... but unwilling to carry all the time. That's why I was at the gun counter!

Anyway... settled on the LCP because it was among the smallest and lightest in it's class with no miniature safety controls to fumble with. And having done a fair amount of reading on the Net beforehand found fewer complaints about reliability, which of course is a numero uno area of concern with small autoloaders.

The LCP turned out to be a great purchase that has more carry mileage on it than my other guns.

 

[H Richard]

I was also a LCP carrier, until the LCP II came out. The LCP II is what I wanted the LCP to be, a teeny bit wider, better gripping surface, improved sights (but I practice instinct shooting closer that 10 yards), and the improved striker fired trigger.

 

[Cardboard_killer]

The Beretta Nano (9 mm) also shoots well, appears well made, and is a relatively handy size but seems too top heavy to me. Has anyone tried the Pico (.380 caliber)?

I cannot comment on the Pico, but the Nano is my pocket gun. I don't really understand the 380 craze. To me, the size difference between 380 and 9mm is just not worth what you're giving up. To get smaller than 9mm, I think you should go to 32acp.

But the Nano is accurate in my hands and fits in my pocket. I've never had a failure. The only knock I have is that the trigger is not very good. That is usually a problem for me (I admit I'm a snob), but I've found it doesn't' affect my accuracy so I don't care. The balance of the gun is okay. It's too small for me to consider it top heavy.

I am interested in what people think of the Pico, but I'm happy with the Nano for pocket carry. I've not found another 9mm in the price range that I can pocket carry.

 

[Buford57]

Remington bought Rohrbaugh and their .380 is essentially the same gun for much less $$$. Joe

An RM380 had almost replaced my 642 until my bride discovered and appropriated it. A lot of little gun for the money. She keeps all 6 rounds in the 8 ring of a B27 at 7 yards point shooting. I guess she can keep it.

 

[Pisgah]

That would be the original Ruger LCP.....
Can you point to a smaller, more powerful pistol?

Beretta Pico. A superbly engineered and executed pocket gem.

 

[5-Shot]

Another vote for Kahr. It even shoots cast bullets.

 

[SuperMan]

Have tried almost all of the pocket guns in .32, .380 and 9mm and for "shootability" I much prefer the Kahr P380.




Has cycled at least five different loads with zero problems...





Very easy to shoot accurately...







The other pocket favorite is KelTec .32. With the pocket clip it can be hidden just about anywhere...




I've had about 10 of them that I keep letting friends buy from me...no more. Now they can go find their own....




The Ruger is a nice little gun but is too slim for my hands...

Bob

 

[loknload]

I know that I probably posted elsewhere on this but my LCP is my favorite for pocket carry or any carry for that fact. I know the trigger pull is what it is but I've practiced enough using it so I'm use to it! I'm not out to fight a war with it, it's to get me out of a jam. If I feel the need for something else I'll go to my 36 or my Glock.
The most important thing about the LCP is that when I carry it no matter how I do so, I don't feel like I need a pair of suspenders to support its weight and to keep my pants up!

 

[ScottN]

I'm currently a LCR 357 and Glock 42 guy. I prefer the LCR but turn to the G42 for smaller pockets. These two options fit every pocket I own except for jeans...and for that I currently have a LCP II. But to be honest I have tried almost every pocket 380 including the Kahr, the TCP and the BG. They all functioned reliably but I'd say the Kahr is the easiest to shoot for me.

Although I found that I don't shoot any of the pocket 380's anywhere close to as well as the LCR 357 or G42. So, I have decided that I'm pretty much done with micro pocket 380's. I'm gonna sell the LCP II and get a LCR38 and put on the bantam boot grip which cuts the height and length enough that it slips well enough into and out of jeans pockets. I don't pocket carry in jeans much anyway except for around the house. When wearing jeans "out and about" I will carry the LCR 357 or G42 either IWB or on my ankle.

Different strokes for different folks.

 

[jframejoey]

Ive had a ton of pocket pistols over the years, but the ones that have stayed are my J frames, Seecamp .32, and Beretta 950 .25.