Ruger LCP® 380

Ruger LCP .380 Pistol

The Ruger LCP is a compact .380 ACP semi-automatic built to be carried every day without being noticed. At 9.6 ounces and 0.82 inches wide, it fits a pocket holster, ankle rig or waistband where a larger handgun would print, meaning show its outline through clothing. Shooters who already carry a full-size pistol also pick it as a backup gun, and it suits newer carriers who want something light and simple to start with.

Features

• Chambered In .380 ACP — Also marked 380 Auto on the barrel, this is a short pistol cartridge smaller than 9mm, chosen here to keep the gun small and recoil manageable.
• 6+1 Round Capacity — The magazine holds six rounds, with a seventh carried in the chamber.
• 2.75-Inch Barrel — The short barrel (about 70 mm) keeps overall length to 5.16 inches (about 131 mm).
• Double-Action-Only Trigger — Every pull of the trigger both cocks and releases the hammer, so the pull is long and the same on every shot.
• Recessed Hammer — The hammer sits inside the slide, where it will not snag on a pocket or shirt during the draw.
• Black Oxide Steel Slide — The steel slide carries a black oxide finish, a chemical treatment that darkens the metal and adds a degree of corrosion resistance.
• Glass-Filled Nylon Frame — The grip frame is polymer reinforced with glass fibers, which keeps weight down to 9.6 ounces (about 272 g) while staying rigid.
• Integral Fixed Sights — Front and rear sights are formed into the slide, so there is nothing to knock out of alignment or catch on clothing.
• Checkered Grip Panels — A raised checkered texture on the grip gives your hand purchase on a small frame.

Build And Dimensions

The LCP pairs a black steel slide with a black polymer frame, and the slide is marked Ruger, Prescott, AZ, USA. Rear cocking serrations give you a grip point when racking the slide. It measures 5.16 inches long and 0.82 inches wide and weighs 9.6 ounces, dimensions set for concealed carry and backup use rather than range shooting.