Difference between revisions of "Ruger LCP II"

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At .91 inches wide and just 5.17 inches long, the LCP II falls into the new class of Micro-Compact Pistols. It is an easy gun to carry and conceal pistol thanks to its snag-free rounded edges. The grip design makes it more comfortable to shoot than its predecessor, the original LCP, and a new single-action trigger system reduces the trigger pull from 10 pounds to just 6. The sights are fixed and have a low-profile design so they won’t hang up during a draw, but they are also functional for defensive applications. This gun weighs just over 10 ounces and comes with a finger extension for the six-round magazine as well as a pocket holster.

The Ruger® LCP II Semi-Auto Pistol is similar to the incredibly popular original LCP, with added features for enhanced accuracy, fire control, and overall user function. The LCP II features a single-action trigger pull, with an internal hammer that won't snag when drawing the weapon. The sights are larger and serrated for superior visibility. A beefed up backstrap with an aggressively textured grip frame provides better distribution of recoil forces and a secure hold. The LCP II comes with an automatic slide hold-open function for faster reloading; and it includes finger grip extension for the magazine floorplate. The frame is made of lightweight and highly durable glass-filled nylon, and the alloy steel slide features an anti-corrosive black finish. All sharp edges have been eliminated on the LCP II to aid in concealment and to reduce wear on clothing. Unlike many small semi-automatic pistols that operate with a blowback action, the Ruger LCP II operates on a locked-breech system, which mitigates recoil and does not necessitate the user to pull the slide back against an excessively heavy recoil spring during loading. The Ruger LCP II Semi-Auto Pistol comes with one 6-round magazine, and a pocket holster. Manufacturer model #: 3750.

• Highly concealable
• Single-action trigger
• Internal hammer
• Larger, serrated sights
• Beefed up backstrap
• Aggressively textured grip
• Locked-breech system
• Glass-filled nylon frame
• Hardened steel slide
• Barrel Material: Alloy Steel
• Auto slide hold-open latch
• 6-round magazine - Capacity: 6+1
• Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Length: 5.17 inches
• Width: .91 inches
• Barrel Length: 2.75 Inches
• Trigger Pull: 6 pounds

The original Ruger LCP has been perhaps the most well-known and popular .380 pocket pistol since it was first introduced in 2008. Nonetheless, it still suffers from many of the issues: the trigger pull is awful, they are difficult to shoot, it can be difficult to get a good grip on the pistol for some shooters, and the slide won’t even lock back on the last round fired. Ruger listened to the criticism, which resulted in the birth of the LCP II. While the LCP II is still a small pocket pistol, Ruger made a number of improvements to it.

The trigger pull on the LCP II most closely resembles the trigger on larger striker fired polymer pistols such as the Glock. It is considerably lighter and smoother than the original LCP and other comparable .380 pistols, and it also features the Glock-style bladed safety that must first be depressed in order for the trigger to be pulled. The LCP II also features forward and rear serrations on the slide, whereas the original LCP only featured serrations on the rear. The serrations on the LCP are also wider in order to get a better grip in slippery conditions when racking the slide.