Ruger Security-380 Compact Pistol 15 + 1
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- It's good to see more handgun options in 380 ACP for new shooters, those with weaker hands strength or are recoil sensitive, that aren't pocket pistols. The Ruger Security-380 has a 10/15 +1 magazine capacity, Lite Rack Slide and is low recoil. #RugerSecurity380 #380ACP #Ruger
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I don't care what anyone says bad about .380.. my arthritis absolutely loves it and I can actually aim accurately! Thanks friend!
Underwood Xtreme, Lehigh Xtreme, G9, Gorilla Silverback has made 380acp equal to 9mm 115gr Hornady Critical Defense Ballistics.
@@rsl82568 Thank you for sharing this information. I really appreciate it.
Yep, I'm in the same boat. I tried the Ruger lcp and it's terrible to shoot. I like the 15 round magazine that the security 380 has.
.380 makes a hole where you need it and Ruger helps get it there easily. Who can argue with that?
Picking mine up next week 🇺🇸
Good for you
I'd pick me one up also but I'm in California. 😢
Looking forward to your review of pistol God bless!
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Glad to see the .380 making a comeback, maybe the ammo prices will come down a little.
When was the 380 ever out of style in the past 30 years? It is tied every year with 40 Smith & Wesson for the second most popular caliber in centerfire handgun ammo sales in America.
@@Followme556 Around 15-20 years ago when concealed carry became more common many of the modern pocket 380s like Kel-tec and Ruger LCP became popular. 380 ammo production had been low for many decades because the classic blowback 380s like PPK were no longer popular. With this re-interest in 380 pistols ammo production never caught up to the increased c.c. demand and was expensive. I've noticed post covid panic the ammo manufactuers have finally made 380 production a higher priority and now you can buy 380 ammo for around $15.
@@andrewgee241 I agree with your summary. Now that we have the Ruger LCP max, the Sig 365 380 and this new Ruger Security 380 I expect that 380 will become a lot more popular again.
Ammo sitting at 30.00 a box on the shelves
@@POETICMIND2002 Look online, I buy mostly from Midway and J&G, but friends have done really well buying from owners on user groups. Lots of people don't sell the ammo when they sell a firearm, as gun stores offer really crap prices; also, a lot of folks figure they'll buy something else that uses it and then the ammo sits for years. But properly-stored ammunition can sit for a couple of decades, no problem. Then if course you also have estate sales, which are great.
I am a bigger guy and shoot a 40 with no issues, that said I love 380. There a ton of advantages to owning one for home/personal defense that most "gun experts" miss. 380 is a great home defense option if you don't want to stress about a bullet going through your wall and your next door Neighbor's wall. 380 is a great option for single hand shooting in the event you can only free up the use of one hand. 380 under 30 yards has enough power to be more than effective, with less chance of over Pentatration. I love that 380 is getting some love and the fact one of the best names in firearms... Ruger has one for around 350 bucks... awesome.
I'm I big guy, always carried full size guns. But in 21 I destroyed my dominant right shoulder at work. Been through two major procedures getting ready for another one. It has left my right arm useless for the most part. I've carried a max 380 ever since then in my left front pocket. This gun definitely has my attention. It would be great to get close to a full size hand gun again. I think I might be able to pull it off with my right arm again with this gun. Thank you so much for doing such a great review on this firearm sir. You never know what life is going to throw at you, it can change in a second. Guns are tools, different tools for different jobs, and situations. Stay safe everybody, wishing you all in the 2nd amendment community. A great and safe new year.
My Dad's having hand issues at his age. He's been going with a varity of solid steel .32acps for his EDC. yes it's a weaker round. But with either of his Colt 1903 , CZ 70 or even an Ortgies he can put a golf ball size group of 6+ rounds rapidly on target at 7 yards. That's nothing I'd want to get hit with.
Can relate friend. In 20 I had an accident at work that crushed my right hand. Forced me to become a left handed shooter. I’m always intrigued by these types of guns.
I pray that both of you recover. I too have had an injury and although I'm not 100% I'm lucky to have anywhere from 90%-95% strength.
Fast recovery big brother 🙏 life throws many things at us.. You got this.. #StayBlessed 🤟🏼
So sorry to hear that,. I've had both shoulders done, warring that immobilizer sling REALY SUCKS , a nightmare trying to sleep with,. Rt shoulder 2X 02 & 03. Lt in 2019,. Weather = pain , 4 neck fusions plate &screws 07 ,. In 13 rods& big screws S-1- L-5-4 L-3 cut the side of my Spine bone out called a Laminectomy that fukn hurt bad , Lt knee 98 . 33 years in heavy construction, I took up shooting 4 yr ago as a hobby and the way our country is going to shit , plus I'll be 60 in Mar , to crippled up to defend=ccw . I have Glock's like and do very good with. This is the nicest looking new gun I've seen and 15rds mag's with XL hands perfect size , VERY GOOD LOOKING. I think softer shooting 380 is still a good self-defense class plus there are very good hollow points available, Glock 42 is 380 w/contoured extmags hold 9rds, I don't have that one but My 43x w/S15 mags has a full size grip but it's snappy. Hope you feel better soon friend.
For those who criticize the .380 as not being powerful enough compared to 9mm, the thing to remember is ALL pistol calibers, except something like a .454 Casull, are sub-optimal man stoppers. That's why a pistol is the gun you use to go get your rifle or shotgun. Shot placement is critical for pistols, as even .45 HP's have been recorded unable to put down an adrenaline fueled addict. Even with a shot to the heart, a person can last two minutes, enough time to kill you if they are committed. So if a .380 makes it easier to have follow up shots to aim at the head , that's fine. Most perps won't stick around anyway, if you pull out your CC. Compact conceal pistols are not combat pistols to engage a horde of zombies. They are defensive pistols to survive a short range encounter.
Agreed.. and .22 magnum or .22lr-stingers will cause major disruption of activities at short range.
I'm a 60 year-old woman with arthritis. I love my S&W Shield EZ but not happy with the grip safety & 8-round mag. This might be a great option, thanks Sootch!!
I have the S&W EZ and the Security. I wish they had extended magazines for the EZ with a few Xtra rounds. I like the Ez better.
As a female, purchasing my first handgun, the ease of use was very important. I have pretty good hand strength for triggering but my big concern was racking the slide. I was born without a thumb on my left hand and have had to learn how to do many tasks just a little differently than others, and I can do most things just like everyone else. Even the S&W EZ was tough for me. While I’m sure with practice I could learn to rack even the strongest slide but really like the easy pull of this Ruger.
I’d like to add that 380 is not only a good option for as most people say, “recoil sensitive” or “weaker hands”, but also for realistic less than perfect shooting position. Not criticizing you for saying it, your channel rocks, just saying most people use those terms in general. So for anyone reading this, have you ever tried shooting your 9mm or above caliber in a less than perfect position? Not standing with your feet perfectly pointing at your target, not holding the firearm with both hands, slightly slouching, all less than perfect shooting positions than you may be in an emergency situation. So, in an emergency situation where you’re not in a perfect shooting position, you will be more accurate with a 380. If you’re moving and shooting in awkward positions with a 380, and your attacker is too with a larger caliber, you’re more likely to put shots on target than your attacker. To all, just think about those considerations, when thinking about accuracy in less than perfect shooting positions with a “recoil sensitive” or “weak hand” caliber..
I carry everything from 357 snub nose to 380 acp, the Ruger Security 380 is a great shooter, very accurate, and very soft. I personally love it.
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I’m a large man and this gun appeals to me just as much as it does anyone else. The fact that it’s a little bigger appeals to me. What’s wrong with light recoil and an easy to rack slide? You don’t have to be a frail person to appreciate these things. It comes with an optics mount, light rail, and fiber optics sight for 300 bucks. Looks like a steal to me. The only drawback is the longer than ideal reset.
It does not have an optic mount.
@@junnijune6597 I’ve since realized this. It’s still a good deal imo. Thanks for the correction.
I am 71 years Young and This Is What I Have Been Looking For !
Idk if you got one but my father is in his late 70s has arthritis he loves this pistol my wife loves hers as well. Recoil is so tame,and you have 15+1
Ruger is doing way more innovation these days than other brands 👍
People discount the 380, this is 9mm Kurz and will go the full 14 inches, 2 inches beyond the FBI 12 and not go the 24 inches of a 9mm and kill or hurt someone behind the intended target (close range or CQB)
As I approach my 70th birthday I may retire my 9 mm and try this Security 380. Ruger has made many great pistols but over time I need to consider my age and strength limitations. I sure don’t like recoil and an easy slide to rack sounds very appealing. Great video sir!
Im 35 and a cancer survivor with nerve damage to my hands. My wife has arthritus and we can both operate this gun as if it were a full size 22 pistol. Its super easy to rack, its just the right weight with a 15 round magazine to not feel front heavy, and its a simple reliable design. Ive seen 1000 round torture tests for this gun that only ended up having 2 jams and that was because they varied the amunition. Im not saying its as reliable as the m&p or glock, but its the best damn 380 you can buy for the money in my opinion. I got mine for 289 at academy and i havent regreted it.
Thanks great information
NOW we're talking! I have been waiting for a not so sub-compact .380, made by Ruger or SA. Still big enough to really control, but, small enough for CC. BRAVO!
I would also like to see something new in. 32 acp longer barrel more capacity
Recently, because my hands ARE getting old, I put my FN HiPower in the safe, and took out my Browning BDA and Beretta Cheetah. There really were no modern alternatives I could find.
But this? This looks GREAT! It looks to me to be an EXCELLENT alternative, and at a good price point, as well.
Every time I see a tiny pistol introduced in .380 (or 9 mm, for that matter), I flash back to my bad experiences with the tiny KelTec P3AT. At 8.3 ounces unloaded, with the super-small grip, it was just painful to shoot. Those issues appear to have been resolved in the Ruger Security-.380. I've got a new option to recommend to my aging peers! WOOT!
Peace be on your household. (and Merry Christmas!)
Really? S&W Easy models have been out for years, now, and are really nice. You should try one.
@@chrissewell1608 That's the one my slightly younger sister bought on my recommendation. It's a single-stack, though.
The Ruger LCP Max is a direct competitor to the Beretta 84 cheetah except Superior in every possible way.
There's days I carry a Glock 19 and then There's days I carry a Smith and Wesson 66 snub and then There's days I carry a beretta chettah, I figure since they all shoot through car doors refrigerators washing and machines they'll all shoot through anything made outta meat and wearing clothes🤷♂️
@@chrissewell1608 15 plus 1 is unmatched , plus that smith and Wesson trigger sucks big time .
Great review, and thanks for taking the time to make the video. But I gotta say, I think it's hilarious how many reviews of this gun emphasize how it's tailored for women, for grandma, for people with weaker hands, etc. I just bought this today for conceal carry and home defense. It's a compact 9 mm gun chambered in 380. Small, yet with 15 + 1 capacity, and low recoil. I'm a 51 year old male, 5' 10", 210 lbs of solid muscle. If this gun is effective for grandma, why wouldn't it be effective for me?
Great video. A quality .380 with 95 or 100 grain hollow-points is excellent protection especially with 15+1 rounds. Ruger has done what Glock has slept on! The side-safety shows someone was thinking out of the box! That's Genius!
The side safety is nothing special… it’s what Ruger has on many of their guns
Frame safety, not on the slide. I don't care, I prefer pro models without external safety and use a holster.
@Leek i wont tell
@Leek Not exactly illegal, just not imported.
Fabric gel tests demonstrate how unreliable HPs are for the 380. In most cases, the fabric clogs the HP and it just acts like an FMJ.
Only the Underwood Xtreme Defender and Penetrator ammo reliably creates HP-like disruption along with adequate penetration.
Even flat-point FMJs are a better choice over HP for 380.
I absolutely love my Security 9, it’s been a great shooting & insanely reliable firearm. I love that the safety is hard to accidentally engage but easy to disengage, it’s a very nice touch. The .380 version makes perfect sense & I’m sure Ruger will do well with it, particularly if it’s near the $350 price range like the Security 9. Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas & wishing a very Happy New Year to everyone out there!
I love the Security 9 as well but not everything shoots through it. Which ammo have you had success with?
@@MoManny dang, that's unfortunate. I've never had any feeding issues with mine. I've tried every kind of HP I can get my hands on, and no brass FMJ or even steel case has stalled it out. Never tried any aluminum case, or any of the monolithic bullets like Extreme Penetrator.
One thing I have noticed is that Rem Oil is kinda trash. It's alright for exterior wipe down of blades and manual guns like lever actions that don't generate as much heat, but it's pretty much guaranteed headaches with automatics. I stick with CLP or Hoppes #9, they never let me down. Perhaps the lube you're using just isn't all its cracked up to be?
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My girl has a sec 9 and we’ve had the best luck with Remington Range, Federal, and Magtech. I’ve gotten light strikes with SB, Fiocchi, and PMC. Blazer has been decent but still has feeding issues from time to time. It has a habit of failure to feed with one left in the mag.
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I’ve used Hoppes and Ballistol, same issues.
@@NJLev bummer. I guess Ruger QC has let you down.
My wife has small hands and thinks small pistols are way too snappy. She likes my 92FS a lot and it's easy for her to shoot, so that's her gun. Yippee Ki Yay.
Is her name Holly Genaro?
I agree with her, these small polymer guns are nice for carry, but not something fun to shoot, prefer a all metal gun for target shooting.
#Christmasmovie
@@jackjohnson291 darn right
Lol all the guys who think they need to come up with an excuse to like a 380. "I got it for my wife, and she likes it!" " I've always been a 45 guy until I got arthritis, this'll do" "great for plinking" Just say you like the damn gun, 380 is no joke.
Yep just like a 22lr no joke
@@cowboywoodard2569You exhibit Delfuayganism .
@@M60gunner1971I don't follow you on your comment?
Ruger knocking it out of the park once again! The most powerful HPs will beat up this gun a bit with that light recoil spring but practice ammo is gentle as we can see in this video. Looks like a joy to shoot especially for people with weaker hands and wrists, injuries, or age related issues.
With the longer barrel of this handgun you are going to get 380 plus P performance from a pocket pistol, but with standard pressure hollow points.
What you're saying about the recoil spring is a good point brother but this doesn't appear to be a direct blowback, I think they did some math on the barrel tilt angle to adjust for the lighter spring.
Wolff Springs, baby!
Ruger was very smart to send you this pistol because you are their best salesman! Thanks for this outstanding video. Very informative. Cheers.
He’s the Best!
Yeap. Bought one after watching this review several times “for the less than perfect situations” reviewer Nacho talked about. My go to guy when I want to learn about a pistol that got my attention. Thanks a lot for your service to the less knowledgeable community members.
I have multiple calibers and gun manufacturers to choose from in my collection. I own the Ruger LCP Max, the Max 9 and now the Ruger Security 380. Love them all but have to say the Security 380 is one of the most accurate and easiest shooting guns I own. My wife immediately fell in love with this gun and has claimed it for herself! Great reviews Sootch, keep up the great work!
It’s the M&P Performance Center edition Shield EZ.380 with twice the capacity. Literally said “easy” 42 times. Marketing aside, the Shield Performance Center EZ is an amazing pistol. Ruger going double stack…game changer for EDC.
So was the LCP max. Which is honestly a far better pistol than this for EDC.
I look at this as more of a home defense type gun for older people or smaller people or weaker people.
Great training tool as well.
The three Shield EZs I have had the misfortune to shoot were hot garbage. The performance center was the worst with a trigger that wouldn't reset properly. The other two were range rentals and jammed, I asked the guys at the counter and they admitted they also have seen issues with them.
Been dying for a .380 with a little longer barrel and higher capacity
Looks like ruger made a winner with this one
With so many people carrying these days, and from so many different walks of life, I’m sure this is something we’ll be seeing even more of from various manufacturers. It just makes sense for a pretty large market that, until now, has gone relatively untapped.
Bersa Thunder 380 Plus, 15 rounds, great gun
Bursa kinda had the market there for a while as the only "compact size" 15 round 380. But no longer!
@@PatriotPaulUSA they still do because the bersa is flush fitting 15rd mags longer barrel with a safety decocker that you can conceal in your pocket with a exposed hammer bersa 380 plus I will still pick over this and it's an all metal gun
Just put 4 different boxes of ammo through mine today. No issues and a fast flat shooter. We were shooting 2 liter bottles at 20yards, and I was shooting the caps off the bottles on a regular bases, really want this in my rotation.
This is going to become my first gun. I get it Saturday!
Ruger has really been making some great firearms with this high capacity 380 with such an easy slide to rack. I'll get one for my wife who currently has a Shield. Her hands aren't strong and she is recoil sensitive. Thank you for reviewing.
That might be one of the best on how it looks and it's a beautiful 380 and 16 shots
I have several 380 pistols. For many years my only carry gun was a Mauser HSc manufactured in 1970 that I bought new when stationed in Germany. But in the sprit of this video I also have a Browning BDA, a Beretta model 81 that I installed a 380 barrel in, an older Bersa that I inherited from a dear friend it differs from yours in the magazine release, it is above the trigger on mine, I also have Baby Browning 1911s in 22 & 380. I seldom carry a 380 these days as I have acquired more appropriate pistols but as I get older, I just turned 73, I am looking more and more at my various 380s. My personal favorite is the Beretta 81. While it is very similar to the Browning BDA (in fact it is a BDA barrel I put in it) I like the open slide of the Beretta and the 1911 style safety. I believe if you are going to carry a 380, more rounds between reloads is better. The Bersa is easier to conceal I can carry it in the front pocket of some pants, the BDA and the 81 both need a belt holster. "HIGH CAPACITY" 380s are not new I have 3 Savage pistols that predate WWI. All 3 have double stack magazines that predate the Browning HiPower by 30 years. Mine are all chambered in 32acp but they were also available in 380 over 100 years ago.
380 is a far better round than it's given credit for and I think this will sell big. I think some company needs to release a duty sized weapon in 380. I think it would sell like mad. Great move by Ruger.
I want one as a backup in my car to my EDC so my gf can be comfortable with it if she needed to use it.
I think 32acp is also underrated
I alway wondered why glock didn't have their models 25/28 available to the US market. Great job of Ruger giving a great option for people who don't want as much recoil but still want an effective defense weapon
@@eatingelizabethsfrizbee im my opinion ATF must be abolished, these measures that they take are unscontitutional.
Because Glock is completely inflexible and un innovative and their customers are extremely non-demanding of them.
@@eatingelizabethsfrizbee build them here.
@@eatingelizabethsfrizbee Glock could manufacture them at their Georgia factory if they wanted.
G28 is for sale stateside now. They must have read your comment.
The more I shoot .380, the more I like it. My Glock 42 is fantastic, but I will consider buying this one simply because of the round count. The single-action trigger is paramount for me.
As a guy with small hands, I'm glad we're getting better options to carry
There needs to be a Ruger Security 45. I've been waiting for that since the Security 9 first came out.
Thanks sootch. This is the first comprehensive review I have seen of this new pistol.
I am an avid Ruger fan and recently got the Max9. My daughter also got one but this may be a better alternative for her. She does carry all the time which is fantastic but I think the 380 may allow for better shot placement with lighter recoil. It would be nice to compare the Max9 with this Security 380. Thank you for all you do!! Merry Christmas and may The Lord bless you and your family and keep you safe!
What place have them for sale?
It looks like the Security-380 is using the exact same lower as the Security-9 Compact, so you might be able to find both of those in the store and at least compare the sizes. I'm sure the Security-380 is fatter than the Max-9 since it's a bit of an older design that predates the microcompact craze started by the P365.
@@herbderbler1585 Security 380 definitely bigger than the Max-9. I have one and compared both basically side by side. However its not THAT much bigger to the point that people couldn't carry it if they carried a Max-9 instead.
Locked-breech, which I consider essential for a .380 A.C.P. because it allows higher pressure. And this pistol looks a lot like Harrison Ford's pistol in Blade Runner, BONUS!
It kinda does, that's cool. Style points matter and Ruger's current look is right up my alley.
One of the best looking pistols out there now. Very stylish.
Good Morning. First I want to thank you for your reviews, any time I'm looking for a new carry gun I check out your reviews , I consider them the best. For many years I have carried a 9mm but now that I'm getting up in years (77) I find myself looking for something that is more comfortable to shoot. I tried the Ruger LCP Max but the felt recoil was just too much for me so stared looking for something that I could carry that didn't beat me up. Looked at the Bursa Thunder Plus but everyone said the recoil was stout so I started looking at the Ruger Security 380 and based on your review I bought one, now looking forward to taking it to the range. Keep up the Great Work and have yourself a wonderful day.
With certain modern ammo types like 65g Extreme Defender and Hydra-Shok Deep, penetration is no longer a problem. Just make sure the gun will reliably feed it.
Exactly. Modern .380 will DRILL BABY DRILL.
Don't forget the xtreme penetrators in 380 as well, great ammo.
Fmj in 380 is pretty effective too.
Well over a decade ago Taurus produced a single action hammer fired double stack 15+1 .380acp. It was one of the most pleasant shooting and reliable pistols that I've owned. I installed a picatinny laser and it was surprisingly accurate. Wifey took it in the divorce and ever since I've wanted a 'fuller' size high capacity .380. Even though Ruger is a little late to the game I'm looking forward to getting my hands on one of these. And without a doubt it will definitely be a superior handgun to that old Taurus 638.
I owned exactly one of those Taurus pistols you talk about. I took a Taurus g2c recoil spring for 9mm and put it in there and it recoiled slightly even less. It was a good pistol but it was outdated. And it was expensive. I sold it and put the money back into a ruger security 380 and it was the best decision I ever made.
As a long time subscriber and cpl holder in my state, glad to see one of my carry options getting some love, my Bersa Thunder 380 is often a great option for carry where I live. Thanks so much for all your work. (:
For almost two decades, I have watched gun review vids on and off and I gotta say, your's are the best...because they are the most thorough.
I love 380 yes I have 9's and 10's but being able to have such tight groups because of a lack of recoil can also say something for itself over firepower.
I carried a Bursa 380 Thunder for years. I would just put in my coat pocket and forget about it. It's great until you forget you have until right before you have to walk through a metal detector, lol. I hope you had a great Christmas. Best to you and your family.
Bersa thunder is the most accurate 380 I think I've ever shot. Great firearm!
I love the Bersa, but the double-action trigger is hard for me in my old age. I'll definitely get this Ruger to compliment my Glock 42.
I hear they're snappy af
@@smokingcrab2290 Not really. Wasn't great though.
I bought my mother the 380 EZ by S&W. The slide is very smooth and easy to manipulate. Smaller grip and all the controls are very easy to push/pull/slide.
True! I think the single stack 8 round S&W EZ Rack 380 is better for smaller sized hands, and the Ruger doublestack 15 round 380 EZ Rack is better for average to larger sized hands. Both seem like great choices today.
train constantly with a 9mm, and no problem, the EZ-9 is a great gun for weaker hands and lighter loads help!
I was able to handle one, right before Christmas, and really liked it. I have both the S&W Easy, calibers and love them. This gun felt really good in the hand, with the wider, full size grip. And racking it was so "EASY". And the 15 round capacity is a big plus! I liked the trigger too!
My only complaint is that it did NOT come standard with an Optics Cut. All pistols should have that now, just to be competetive. I would opt for a different rear sight and have the Optics cut slide.
Agree completely. Any new semi auto coming to market this day and age should be optics ready. If this had an optics cut I probably would have bought one ASAP....but without it.....meh
@@brenttuttle7268 Me too!
On this size of a handgun, while it wouldn’t hurt to have an optic cut, I just don’t think most would be using it. I’m not big on handgun optics to begin with (so maybe it’s just me), but I certainly am not looking to add weight and dimension to a sub-compact gun. The only reason I’d be using a sub-compact to begin with is because size and weight is a concern. But again, maybe that’s just me.
I wouldn’t fault them for offering it as a slightly more expensive option, which they just might do down later down the road.
Looking at it again, it is a bit bigger than I had originally thought. I was thinking it was closer to the LCP Max or a p365. With that in mind, I can’t say I disagree.
I would like to say that if you are into optics for target shooting, that is really nice. But, if this 380 is for self-defense then you would be better off practicing at the range doing point shooting because you will never have time to look at any type of sight system when your life is on the line and it is shoot now or die! also if you have to take a long-distance shot, you may want to think it over unless you are a cop or you are stopping a mass shooter in progress. I always practice point shooting along with regular range target practice. be safe and shoot straight!
I am a big strong guy and love these medium size locked breech 380s. I love the light recoil it's plesent to shoot and it's great for my wife and aughter.
I'm a huge guy that has no trouble shooting the largest calibers. But guns like this appeal to me because they are extremely shootable. My semi- auto carry choice is my Walther PPS M2. I could see myself carrying this
Nicest looking new pistol in the store I was just at. It is not a full sized pistol, it is a large compact design. Smaller than any 9mm compact but larger than most small 380's. Goldilocks would definitely choose this one.
About time somebody comes out with a compact or full-size .380 ACP
Sig 365-380
@@Followme556 IT'S NOT FULL SIZE. The round count is great, but the gun is still too small.
Thank you so much for the review! My wife will be 67 years old soon and has a hard time pulling back the slide on my Ruger Security 9mm pistol. She also said that the recoil was too much for her to handle. Since I'm a Ruger fan, we will be shopping for a Ruger Security - 380!
For those who cut their teeth on the 1911 or the Browning that safety will be a real learning curve as it' backwards compared to what we know.
Just don't engage it. I dont.
I found the bersa thunder plus to be extremely accurate, but uncomfortable to shoot (felt as though it was slapping the web of my hand). I’m glad there are more options for larger sized 380 pistols out there now!
You should rig your pull gauge to measure how much effort it takes to rack the slides on these guns. Nobody else does it....and how bout something with 18 or 20 rounds of 32 auto.
Lcp max in 32 would be a big hit!
We all get older folks. This will do the job when we have to put the more powerful handguns away.
Good review.
tell me about getting old, I am already 75 so I am scaling down to 380 pistols and getting rid of the larger calibers that I can't handle anymore.
The Lovely Bride and I are in the "Elder Zone". IF/WHEN it comes to the point that either or both of us can no longer "work the slide" on a semi-auto pistol chambered in at least 9mm, minor caliber that it is, we have agreed to fall back on double action revolvers in the .38Spl/.357 Mag to .44Spl range for personal and home protection. And no, recoil/muzzle flip is not a problem for either of us at this point in time.
Same here although we did pick up the LCP Max. A mistake as wifey hasn't run a slide for decades and it gives her trouble. Her preference is 38/357 in the Smith K and N frames. She carries the 442 Airweight only because it's small.
I have a G19, a Security 9, a Sig P320 and a Taurus G2S. Just bought this 380 and ran 200 rounds of Winchester target ammo with no issues. Selling my early edition Ruger LC9 made purchase of the Security 380 an easy choice.
I'm going to stick with the lcp max. It is awesome.
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OMG 380 has come a long way! I'm really liking this compact! NO cons for me! No excuses not to have in my collection.
Bought one today very nice piece-you will not be disappointed!
Did you buy it locally or online?
@@andybaez5696 Local in LaVergne, Tn.
@@patdavis8416 Do you know if they have any more? Do they have a website where I would possibly purchase one and have it FFL to Alabama?
@@andybaez5696 They had only received one and I was lucky to get it- the store is Speciality Arms
Just watched Exile Armory in Weaver Alabama they have this on stock $290-they will ship!
this actually looks like a win for Ruger
I will pick-up one soon..... Because I dig that custom slide style..!!
1st handgun i bought was a Security 9. Great, underrated firearm. I'll wait a little bit to see what issues this has, if any. I also have an LCPII. It is what it is designed for. 1 to 10 yards. Works every time
I like that front sight. It looks like it will catch a lot of light. Thanks for the video.
63 year old female and this is my first firearm. It’s perfect
Been sticking with sub compacts for concealment here in East Texas due to having to dress for a hot climate. Will seriously consider this compact pistol though. Thanks for the video!
I picked this up today! Feels great in the hand and slide is like butter smooth. Excited to try this out at the range.
Does it have the (stupid...imo) magazine disconnect safety? I'm hoping no Ty in advance for the reply
Been checking on this one because of the Lite Rack slide. Arthritis has gotten worse after Covid affects so this would be easier to rack instead of my Security 9 Compact which is a great pistol but stout spring. Now if I can find one in stock. Thanks for info. 👍
Order one.
@@Followme556 Everybody online & local are either out or have gotten any in yet. Plus I won't pay over Msrp on anything. SS Budget. Lol
@@billdye3530 understandable.
As a senior with long time rheumatoid arthritis in both hands and both wrists it's harder for me to rack my 9mm and painful to shoot for any length of time. I have the S&W 380 EZ but I'm not a big fan of the grip safety, although I've never had a problem with it. But what sold me on this Ruger was the capacity. I was lucky enough to order one before they sold out and should have it this week. Can't wait! Thanks for the excellent review, as always!
I love this gun... I may get one. If so, it will be my first .380.
I have a bunch of 9mm but my .380s are the guns I love to shoot.
EXCELLENT video! Thank you so much for this great, informative posting. As a result, & after personally checking this .380 out at our local Shooter's World, my wife has settled on this .380 as her 1st ever handgun purchase...
I was really interested in this pistol but due to not being optic ready I'll don't think I'll pick it up. Great video and Happy New Years.
I look to your videos for a very comprehensive explanation and breakdown of all the different types of firearms you review. For the first time I have found you were mistaken about a feature of the security 380. That is that the magazine catch is in fact not reversible. I discovered this over sight after I picked mine up from my FFL and attempted to reverse the magazine catch. I completely read through the owner’s manual and there was nothing mentioning how to reverse the magazine catch. I then disassembled the magazine catch and spring from the frame and confirmed that it is not reversible despite its shape and look. I bring this up out of respect and to further your knowledge of this firearm. Everything else you have stated about it is on point and factual.
Nice pistol. Looks similar to my Beretta 84, and my 85b. They are excellent pistols for anyone. Thanks for the video.
Another nice offering from Ruger. This looks like a nice pistol for those who don't like the snappiness of the tiny pocket .380's like the Smith Bodyguard or the Ruger LCP series. If you're going to carry a small caliber like .380, having 15 rounds onboard is a big plus. For those who have no issues with recoil, this pistol makes little sense because it's nearly as big as a 9mm so you may as well just carry a sub compact 9.
Even if you have no issue with recoil this still makes sense.
Its nice to have a firearm that you can more easily control and do quicker follow-up shots with while under pressure.
This is the nicest looking new gun I've seen on the market, and good rd ct. Those realy small ones are hard to get a good master grip on and get accurate shots. There's new 380 HP defensive ammo more effective than just ten years ago. Thank Scootch00
Been thinking of getting one of these. Normally not a fan of ruger nor .380 but for $300 can’t beat it.
Quality firearm. Ruger does it again.
I have a Ruger Security 380. I love it. My wife loves Bersa 380s because of first shot double action. She has 2 Bersa Handguns, CC and Thunder. She is nervous of striker fire handguns. Our 380acp Defense Ammo is Lehigh Xtreme 68gr. 14 - 15 inch Ballistics. Ammo runs great. No malfunctions. Equal to 115 gr 9mm Ammo. I mostly carry S&W Shield Plus 9mm. Because of G9, Lehigh, Underwood ammo I bought and trust. I will carry 380acp without thinking twice.
That Slide is also Great for people with Arthritis...
thanks so much for the video. i think i am going to love this one. just took my concealed carry class today and will be buying my 1st gun soon.
Looks like its gonna be very solid offering. Merry Christmas Sootch!
This is what I've been waiting for 380 full size.
I bought this pretty much immediately when it came out. I bought it as a training platform. I’m new to shooting and sensitive to 9mm recoil. Sucks that 380 is a more expensive round, but should be worth it
Another good training gun you might consider is the Taurus TX-22. I picked one up for $270 and it's fantastic. The magazines are plastic, not thrilled about that, but they seem sturdy enough. They required just a touch a dry lube which is not something I've ever had to do with any other gun, but once I did that they run fantastic. Comes with two 16 round mags, and 22LR is as cheap and easy to shoot as it gets. The feel and function is a perfect analog to modern striker 9MMs, so it's a fantastic training tool.
Mind you, I wouldn't rely on 22LR for self-defense, especially in an automatic. Rimfires just aren't that trustworthy. But since you got a nice 380, you're all set in that department. People tend to belittle 380 just because it's not 9mm, but when you're shooting it out of something like the Security-380 with more than a mouse gun barrel, it's a perfectly serviceable and reliable self-defense cartridge.
@@herbderbler1585 Very True, I second the Taurus TX22 as well. One of their best and its USA made like their other newer 9 mms which get great reviews. 16 rounds in a 22lrpistol is still not very common which is weird to me. Taurus nailed it. These 380s would b the next step up
Absolutely the best firearms reviewer on TH-cam. Great well focused video.
As always, GREAT demo!
KUDOS, GREAT REVIEW......I HAVE THIS WEAPON,PAID $299.00 + TAX NEW.......IT IS A FANTASTIC SHOOTER.....I WOULD NEVER BELIEVED WHAT I SAW, BUT THIS PREVIEW IS THE TRUTH.....
Would have been nice to see ambi controls.
I can honestly say the 380 is good for self defense close up. Since this is a public forum I'm unable to elaborate. The caliber controversy will likely never stop. My husband and I don't own this model Ruger pistol at this time. We're seriously thinking about purchasing one. Thank you for sharing your video 🙏
Great video! I've been looking for something for my 21 year old Granddaughter to carry and keep next to the bed. I think this pretty much made my mind up. Especially at the price! I've owned Rugers before and have never had an issue with any of them, so I wouldn't have any concerns with her having one of these.
I love my first gen LCP and wouldn't trade it for two of these. However this seems like a solid option for older or weaker handed individuals. Good for Ruger for helping bring something for those types of folks. Only thing I don't care for is Rugers slide treatments they will rust faster than many other guns but just have to stay on top of keeping it wiped free of sweat daily.
Yes, the black oxide coating on many Ruger automatics will rust fairly easily if not regularly coated with gun oil...
Get the slide Cerakote coated for $50 - 75$, I have that on my Ruger and it worked like magic. Many many companies both online and perhaps local to you can do just the slide or more of the gun if you choose. Can choose black or a wide range of colors or patterns (more $). Especially recommended for a gun you plan to carry often vs have in storage.
Looks like a nice little pistol. My current cc is a Kel-Tec P11 . It's small, light & holds 10+1. There aren't many upgrades for it, it's factory sprung very heavy & is a bit of a handful
Outside of a extended mag & a laser attachment!.
@@Truly0781 yep I got extended mags but mine is the older version that doesn't even have rails. I haven't checked lately for a laser. I did call kel-tec and asked for a lighter spring kit for it, they promptly responded "NO" LoL. Oh well ...
Your channel is my go-to for gun reviews! Congrats all your success. I am a big fan of Ruger, but the non-captive take down pin in Security-9, Security-380, EC9s... You would think they would have learned their lesson with the old Ruger Mark 22's (I have a Mark II) with the very difficult pin to remove, then the time to get the trigger guide lined up when you put the pin back in place. The latest Ruger Mark IV has a one button take down. A captive removal take-down level should have been on the top of the list, and a requirement, for any new pistols.