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Ruger LCP vs P380 P-3AT DB380 TCP P238 Bodyguard 380

If you need confirmation that the Ruger LCP is a good ccw concealed carry pistol you have come to the right spot because it is. However, claiming the LCP is a great concealed carry pocket pistol would require a bit more of a leap.

We compared the Ruger LCP against six of it's .380 ACP pocket pistol competitors. The Ruger LCP scores high in craftsmanship, concealed size, reliability, and price.

The one glaring drawback to the LCP is the trigger! First of all the trigger pull is so creepy that people roll up their windows and lock their doors when he is in the neighborhood. To make matters worse you have a heavy pull throughout the travel of the trigger and since it's close to impossible to find a consistent break point you will never be sure exactly when the trigger guard is going to kick back and hit you right on the end of your pointer/trigger finger. Being fair the issue with the guard kicking the crap out of your finger probably depends somewhat o…

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Taurus TCP vs LCP P380 P-3AT DB380 P238 Bodyguard 380

If you are wondering how the Taurus TCP stacks up in size to some of the other .380 pocket pistols this will help. We compared it to the Ruger LCP, Kahr P380, Kel Tec P-3AT, Diamondback DB380, Sig Sauer P238, and the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380.

The Taurus TCP came out awhile after the LCP and right away had multiple model / material options. For those who were looking to avoid the standard Blued finish Taurus was a good option.

The price is just slightly higher than the Kel Tec P-3AT. It is also slightly larger and heavier, but by very small amounts.

We have noticed that most people are buying these .380 pocket pistols based on brand loyalty and preference. If you are a Taurus fan, then you will not be disappointed. If you want more information on the Taurus TCP, check out their website at taurususa.com

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Sig Sauer P238 vs LCP P380 P-3AT DB380 TCP Bodyguard 380

We have sized up the Sig Sauer P238 for anyone interested in seeing how it compares to the Ruger LCP, Kahr P380, Kel-Tec P-3AT, Diamondback DB380, Taurus TCP, and Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380.

As for size, the Sig Sauer P238 is right there in the mix with the other .380 pocket pistols. The Sig P238 is also available in many, oh so many, different looks.

There are a few things that jump out and make you take notice while comparing the Sig Sauer to other .380 ACP pocket pistols. First of all you will probably take note of the price as it is in the very high end of the models mentioned here. Another thing is that the Sig is a bit heavier than the others.

We believe the weight and price of the P238 will push some Sig fans in the direction of the P290 9mm pistol. For that reason we have included a size comparison of those at: Sig Sauer P238 vs Sig Sauer P290 If you want additional information on Sig Sauer, check out their website at sigsauer.…

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