To buy or not to buy? BG 380

[Maximumbob54]

I bought the LCP before the BG was out. The BG is pretty nice and feels better in the hand but you add bulk to the overall dimensions to get that better feel in the hand. The LCP even with the laser is less bulk than the BG. I won't say one is better than the other. I just want to admit to the slight size difference. And CCW can be a fine line between what conceals vs. what shoots better.

 

[USAF385]

Since you are considering the Ruger LCP, you might want to look at the Ruger LC9.

Slightly larger than the LCP but shots the 9mm

Lad

I'm rather disappointed with the lc9. In my opinion it is quite a bit larger than the lcp (in terms of pocket pistols)... it could have been a lot smaller. People want small carry options these days, but I think the manufacturers put too much emphasis on the comfort of firing the gun. Personally, I'd love it if they made the lc9 as small as the Rohrbaugh r9.. I don't care if it "hurts" to fire, it's not a range gun.


LCP: Length: 5.16" Width: .82" Height: 3.6" 9.4 oz
LC9: Length: 6" Width: .9" Height: 4.5" 17.1 oz

Of course.... if the price was right, I'd consider one after they've been out for a while.

 

[azasadny]

Our Ruger LCP

We have put over 1100 rounds (mostly my reloads) through my wife's Ruger LCP in the year or so we've owned it and we really like the gun and it's concealability. I would like to look at a BG380 for a summer carry pistol for me as my Sig P239 is a little too big and heavy for summer carry...

 

[gearchecker]

My Ruger LCP has nearly 500 rounds thru it and it never misses a beat. I added a CT laser, and it's certainly a big improvement. Both pistols have such a short sight radius that is hard to keep a tight pattern on the target by using only the ramp sights. Once the laser was on I was able to shoot a 1" circle at 10 yds with it. Turn the laser off and I'm now inside of 2" groups.
Just having the laser and learning how the pistol moves around during a shooting session was quite an eye opener. Whichever pistol you decide to get will be a good choice for a pocket pistol. Take your time, put plenty of ammo thru it, and learn how to shoot it well. Both pistols are reliable now thet they're both in 2nd or 3rd generations and have most of the bugs worked out.

 

[Jason130]

The BG380 is my first pistol. I love it. Ive had it since Christmas and finally made it to the range, Ive been twice this week already, put about 200 rounds through it of Winchester range FMJ. Not one problem so far. First day I got it I fixed the laser, I have no complaints. took a bit getting used to the long heavy trigger, Still working on it but getting better, at about 15 ft, I can shoot a tight group free standing. I actually had my girlfriend who NEVER shot a guy before go with me today, She shot a 2 inch group at 15 ft. Love the gun so far!

Only thing I desperately want is night sights... These sights suck at my dim range, even with them painted white.

 

[SF180A]

I have owned the BG 380 since Christmas and have no complaints. It does what it was bought for quite nicely (a small concealable, reliable BUG). I have had no problems as the pistol shoots reliably each time i have had it out at the range (over 200 rds).
Being one who has Crimson Trace on 4 other pistols to include a J-frame Airweight, As this is a new pistol to me, I am still getting use to the pressure switch and developing that motor skill.

Best of luck with your decision. When in doubt buy them both and you cant go wrong.

SF180A

 

[Wee Hooker]

I looked at both briefly last month in the store. The S&W was $100 more than the Tarus. This forum always creates more questions for me! Also, how can one tell the "age" of one wgen purchasing from a dealer or used? Also mention batteries, anyone know how much they cost and availability? Can I purchase the batteries at my local pharmacy? Thanks.

DO NOT TRUST YOUR LIFE TO A TAURUS! They are the most problematic handgun line I've ever owned. Worst CS too.

 

[carbuncle]

I just picked up a BG 380 an hour ago, I looked at all the options and found the P3AT just felt cheap and rough in the hand while the Ruger felt OK but not as good to me as the BG 380 (I have big hands and the S&W grip feels more substantial). Mine was test fired on 01/22/11, $379.95 + tax, pretty average price for what I've seen online. I've been to 5 shops around here in the last week and this was the first I've found a BG 380 in stock at: I'd say they are moving through the shops at a good clip. I'll post pics and a review when I get some ammo and accessories together for a range trip.

 

[Nyteman 44]

I own S&W revolvers & autos in all calibers. but in .380 cal. , there is only one for me the older SIG P 230 : I've put 1000 rounds thru it in the past 5 years, all types of ammo without a hitch. still tight and accurate. I carry the 95 gr. hollow points in it.

 

[Niz]

I called S&W customer service on Thursday about some new laser buttons. They showed up in the mail box yesterday. Smith offered to mail them free, no questions asked. I can easily activate the laser now with absolutely no problem what so ever. A gentle touch turns it on, but have not had any issues with holster turn on.
Very pleased with the service. 100% satisfied with the BG380 when compared to the competition.

 

[Habbyguy]

I actually had my girlfriend who NEVER shot a guy before go with me today, She shot a 2 inch group at 15 ft. Love the gun so far!

How'd you get the guy to hold still so she could get that kind of grouping?

 

[Lost Lake]

Easy... Just shoot him with your .45 first!! He'll lay there until the coroner picks him up....

 

[geniusintraining]

I know this is a little old of a thread but...

I was looking a few weeks ago for a smaller size handgun and read this thread about the BG380, I bought one about a week ago, love it.

I have a few guns (9mm, 357, 38) and they are a little big to carry for a everyday around the house/work gun, this BG 380 is perfect, I need to adjust the laser (or my eyes) and the travel on the trigger is a little far for me (gives me time to think) but I will get used to it, over all its a great gun.

One of the reasons I did not want to buy a smaller gun was due to the size of me... 6ft 250lbs and have good size hands so I thought it would be bad for such a small gun, I bought a extension for the magazine off eBay for around 25 bucks and it makes this gun a perfect fit, I can now fit all my fingers on the gun and it gives me better control

I am still a terrible shot but a few hundred rounds later getting better

In a few weeks getting my conceal permit

But just in case anyone is looking (like I was a few weeks ago) when I found this thread.... the Body Guard 380 is a great gun

Just thought I would join your forum and say thanks!