New LCP Owner

[globalbike]

I’m new to Ruger Forum and just picked up a new Ruger LCP. The envelope holding the spent test casing is dated 10/5/2010. I have a number of handguns but wanted something smaller that I can put in my pocket. I’ve already disassembled it and gave it a good cleaning. Is there any break in required? I’ve also hear something about the earlier models accidentally discharging if the gun was dropped with a round in the chamber? Any feed back from LCP owners will greatly be appreciated.

Thank you

 

[Yosemite Sam]

Welcome to the forum and congrats on selecting a nice gun. I have one, too.

There was a recall of some early serial-numbered guns for the "drop" issue, but it is no longer an issue with the gun. Yours is fine.

All guns require a good initial cleaning and some break in when new, and the LCP is no exception. You'll likely find it runs perfectly out of the box (once cleaned, of course), but if it bobbles a couple of rounds here or there, or feels a little stiff, just give it some time and shoot it some more. Ruger will be there for you if there is a real problem with it.

You can also check out the ElsiePea Forum for a lot of model-specific info.

-- Sam

 

[globalbike]

Welcome to the forum and congrats on selecting a nice gun. I have one, too.

There was a recall of some early serial-numbered guns for the "drop" issue, but it is no longer an issue with the gun. Yours is fine.

All guns require a good initial cleaning and some break in when new, and the LCP is no exception. You'll likely find it runs perfectly out of the box (once cleaned, of course), but if it bobbles a couple of rounds here or there, or feels a little stiff, just give it some time and shoot it some more. Ruger will be there for you if there is a real problem with it.

You can also check out the ElsiePea Forum for a lot of model-specific info.

-- Sam

Thank you, I've got a 100 rounds so I'll be shooting it tomorrow.

 

[BulkAmmo]

I just picked up one of the post recall versions a few months back. I haven't had any issues with mine. No preference to ammunition or loads. I've ran quite a bit of different combos through and nothing has caused a hiccup.

The action and trigger started to lighten up around 200 rounds. The recoil is going to be different if you have never shot/owned a pocket pistol. If you are going to carry in the winter most experts suggest using FMJ ammo. It gives you the FBI minimum penetration. No feeding issues to worry about either.

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[Scott]

"If you are going to carry in the winter most experts suggest using FMJ ammo. It gives you the FBI minimum penetration. No feeding issues to worry about either".

Bulkammo; could you explain that? Never heard that one before.

 

[Jon9]

"If you are going to carry in the winter most experts suggest using FMJ ammo. It gives you the FBI minimum penetration. No feeding issues to worry about either".

Bulkammo; could you explain that? Never heard that one before.

FMJ goes through heavy jackets better than hollow points.

 

[globalbike]

Went to the range yesterday and put 100 rounds through my new LCP. Functioned 100%, grest little gun. As far as ammunition it’s an never ending conversation between expansion and penetration. Some will say the short barreled .380 will not reach a sufficient velocity for the JHP round to expand so they advocate using a FMJ round to get maximum penetration. Being that the LCP is an up close and personal weapon any type of .380 round is going to put a hurting on the bad guy. I think 12 inches is the FBI standard for minimum penetration.

 

[Strange]

New LCP owner with only 200 or so rounds on weapon and thats an interesting point between winter and summer ammunition penetration. Haven't given it much thought till now.

 

[Glupy]

New LCP owner with only 200 or so rounds on weapon and that's an interesting point between winter and summer ammunition penetration. Haven't given it much thought till now.

I got a lecture from a local (Idaho) Sheriff about the same thing. I had never considered that either. We wear coats in Idaho in the winter.

The sheriff suggested that I carry something larger than a 380, especially since the winter clothes allow me to cover a larger weapon. I compromised. I carry the LCP when I will be inside but carry the SP101 when walking around the neighborhood. I carry the 45 LC out in the country.

Dave

 

[crispy]

I shot one of these today for the first time and I absolutely hated it.

"Snappy" does not begin to describe it. Hated the trigger pull. Hated the sights. I couldn't hit crap. Are all .380s like this?

I love the form factor, but I think I'd rather just conceal my SR9c.

 

[Stealth01]

Crispy,
what was your range to the target and hand hold method (a good two-hand hold will improve your groupings)? I have an LPC and frankly, at 7 to 10 yards, aiming is a waste of time. I was trained in the "point and shoot" school using the sides of the slide and the top of the weapon as my pointing reference. The trigger pull takes some getting used to as the length of pull is the only safety on the weapon. Give it a little time at the range and you will become comfortable with the "snapiness" of the gun. My Sig Equinox is also snappy but that is the nature of a lite weight mouse gun... Wouldn't be without mine!

 

[crispy]

I had just borrowed it, so I'm not stuck with it.

I figured out that aiming was worthless. I just pointed and shot towards the end. Target was at 7 yards or so.

I don't really have any experience with pocket guns like that. Is there something that size or between the LCP and the SR9c that doesn't kick like that?

 

[ballcoach16]

Is there something that size or between the LCP and the SR9c that doesn't kick like that?

Even though I love Elsie, try a Bersa Thunder. I dare say it was the best .380 I've ever owned. Can't believe I sold it.

 

[Donaldjr1969]

Even though I love Elsie, try a Bersa Thunder. I dare say it was the best .380 I've ever owned. Can't believe I sold it.

A friend of mine has a Bersa Thunder and I was able to shoot it several weeks ago. I was very impressed. It is quite accurate and for its size, is not a snappy pistol at all. And the best part is that the sights on the Thunder as very useable.