I have issues on both of my (wife & I) 75th Anniversary Editions LCPs with reliability when I load a full magazine with one in the chamber. I have several magazines (10 & 12 rounds) and some are more reliable than the others but not even close to 100%. Love my DeSantis Gunhide 03 pocket holster. Wive uses a Gazelle holster no longer available. Great review! Thank you.
What's the issue exactly on yours. I got the 75th aswell shot 50 rounds and around 20 loose self defense ammo, ran flawless. I would like to know you're issue as a heads up
@@ghosthunter7775 thank you for your reply. On both guns if I load a full magazine (except for 1 ten round magazine out of 5 10/12 round magazines) with one in the chamber the gun will shoot BUT the slide won’t cycle correctly as to eject the empty case and load a new round. This magazine will function correctly 8 out ten times will the others will work 3-4 times out of 10 times. Again this only happens when I load the plus (extra) round with a full magazine.
Thanks for the review brother-man. I just ordered the 75th Anniversary Lcp Max.. paid about $300 out the door. I have an LCP 2 that I've pocket carried with the Ruger supplied holster for nearly 4 years. I checked a few minutes ago.. and even though the holster is somewhat more flexible than when it was new.. I couldn't get the trigger pulled back far enough to fire.. no matter how hard I tried. I do have a DeSantis holster for another pistol. Anyway.. I'm looking forward to getting the new max.. and hope I don't have any magazine issues.
Is the reason why some people put their hand on their chest is because if they are being shot at and they get hit in the chest your hand is supposed to slow the bullet down a little ? That’s what I assume
That is correct sir and it also help you be more balanced and stable or it does me anyway. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
I don't have a 12 round but I did buy the 2 pack of 10 rounds and they were $43 and seem to be better than the Ruger mags. I have heard that Ruger subbed out the manufacture to Mecar Italy. I'd have never bought the LCP Max 75th if I hadn't seen it for $259 new. I found the Ruger LC9 EC was $259 also and a spare 10rd mac for the 9EC was $28. I actually think the Keltec P3AT was better than first gen Rugers. I do like the LCP Max, but if I only had one pistol, it wouldn't be it.
@@GSquaredTactical The LCP Max while not inaccurate, shoots way low. The factory Ruger magazine will not activate the last round hold open, while the two pack magazines (Ruger branded) did. I wouldn't buy a load of spring kits to improve a Ruger LCP Max but I would buy a $15 rear sight that was about 1/16th of an inch taller. The LCP Max has something to recommend it, magazine capacity. I shoot target with the same ammo I carry which is the Sinter Fire NXG 70gr lead free flat point ball ammunition which performs pretty well in gel or against car bodies and does what it does practically every time with mild recoil. If I could only have one pistol, to do absolutely everything with it would probably be a 1911 or Glock in 10mm and it would go in the gym bag rather than gym shorts.
I've been pocket carrying my wife's LCP II in 22LR for a few days. I like it so well that I am looking for an LCP Max to call my own. (She wants her LCPII back. Thanks for the review sir!
Yeah I believe that’s the biggest thing. No holster. Heck I see people with Glock 19’s crammed in their belt/pants without a holster because, well people are idiots and I’m surrounded by them. Thanks for watching
I dont get the shoots low nonsense. It has raised sights for an actual sight picture. No weapon shoots low. Every weapon shoots to point of aim. I. Other words its going to hit wear it hits and you have to train with each weapon you own. You have to train to the weapon as you cannot make a weapon train to you
Great review, I think the bottom line is you get what you pay for but then again for someone on a tight budget who doesn't shoot a lot it may be ok. You shot the gun and gave your honest opinion...well done.
It’s like this…if all you can afford is $300 and you need a purse gun or small pistol for some reason then absolutely I trust the gun and its ability to perform. I’m just not so sure I trust the ability of the one carrying it because the gun can prove to be difficult for someone who doesn’t shoot a lot. The contrast to that I’ve given almost everyone I know and some random folks at the range my P938 and it behaves and shoots like any full size gun they’ve shot and it’s a 9mm. Thanks for watching bud and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Rugers quality and QC has dropped off a cliff in recent years. 10/22 75th was absolutely awful first came with an oil soaked stock second came with 1/4” gaps around the receiver. Would not purchase another Ruger moving forward.
Wow I did not know this. Our 10/22 75th looked and performed great. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
I think things the past few years went a little sideways for most manufacturers(due to bad government policies). Even my much praised (for being bomb proof) H&K P2000sk failed at a shockingly low round count(400 rnds) The trigger return spring failed causing a dead trigger. The major thing for me is how a company deals with their mistake. In my case with H&K, they were AMAZING. Very friendly to deal with and they had the pistol fixed and returned to me in less than a week!
Customer service is very important and Ruger has a great reputation for wonderful customer service. I’ve never dealt with the customer service at H&K The only customer service I’ve ever dealt with is Mossberg, which was a horrible experience, Magnum research which was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, S&W which was so so and Glock, which was the worst customer service I’ve ever had even worse than Mossberg
@@GSquaredTactical No doubt! Ruger's customer service is legendary. Out of the 10+ Ruger pistols/rifles I've owned, I've only had to send in one pistol. The customer service agent was excellent, the repair service was prompt, and they paid for shipping both ways. That's sad to hear about Mossberg. I expected more from a great American family owned company. I've had a good experience with S&W. I had an old M&P 40c that needed some striker components upgrades and I lost the old version of striker keeper. They sent me multiple parts for free and they paid shipping. I wonder if S&W suffered from some issues during their transition to the new plant in Tennessee? That's crazy about Glock. I thought Glock cared more about their customers. I would love to hear more about your situation with Glock. I can fully recommend H&K ! For a company that people have given a reputation for saying "you suck, and we hate you!" In real life, they are excellent. I had a repair issue with a P2000sk. The customer service agent friendly and the repair service was profession and FAST. The repair and shipping only took 1 week. Only down side is the make you pay for shipping to them. They were close to Ruger in terms of repair process. The new slogan for H&K should be "you're the best, and we love you!"😂😂
I have one of these guns, and it shoots rather low. I was at the range yesterday, and at about 20 feet shots aimed at one circle were going into the circle below it until I deliberately aimed high.
Almost every LCP I’ve owned shot low. This one wasn’t to bad for some reason. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
hey brother i bought the same firearm from shooters when they ran the ruger 75th anniversary sale on these i really feel EXACTALLY the same way you do when it comes to the gun the holster and mags are shit just figured I would buy a caliber i dont have i carry a smith&wesson m&p shield 9 plus as my E.D.C. and o do landscaping and your on point bub. much love from jax, FL
Well for one person that says that believe me when I say there are 1000 others that say why do you talk so much? Why do you not shoot the gun more so I’m going to go with the 1000 on this one. Sorry you did not like it, but you can get off and watch someone else’s video which I’m sure you did so, have a good evening
Couldnt resist $255 for regular Max with Stainless slide. Replacing my LCP Custom. Pocket Carry perfection when the time calls for it. Vedder pocket locker.
I get that but I’ve had 7 different pocket carry’s and this is the only one that’s rusted ever. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Me too! I've never had problems with the mags even in the plus 1 configuration. In my opinion its one of the best 380's on the market and still smaller then the new S&W Bodyguard 2.0 380 which I shot today for the first time. In IMO they both shoot equally well, but the LCP Max is still a little bit smaller but that little difference in size makes a big difference to me in the pocket. Another thing I like about the LCP Max is the trigger guard is bigger and it makes it easier for when wearing gloves. After being out for awhile when the price drops on the new M&P bodyguard 2.0 380 I will purchase one to have as another placement gun and pocket gun choice in 380. Thanks for sharing.
I wished I liked S&W more I do. With them being an American company and all. They just aren’t my favorite but ima try one of the new bodyguards as well. Thanks for watching and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
I have 2 lcp max’s, black oxide and 75th. Was thinking about selling both for the bodyguard 2.0, but I’m hanging on to my max’s. There will always be the next best thing, but if you’re proficient in what you have why sell it? Great video
I bought a Bodyguard 2.0 and still ended up buying a 2nd LCP Max (the 75th Anniversary model with the flag). I like the BG, but it just doesn't feel as "pocketable" as the Max. Plus it's significantly higher than the current sale price on the Ruger, and twelve round mags for the Max are a LOT cheaper (regularly see 2-packs for $43+/-...)
@@chaburchak that’s exactly what I heard. And you know I had to order the BG 2.0 as well. It’s in the mail as we speak. May use the BG as a lazy carry day, when I want something on me a tad bit smaller than my Hellcat Micro.
I notice everywhere I look you can buy the 75 anniversary like you have cheaper than the regular LCP Max, I like the price but couldn't get over that white trigger.
Yeah, I ended up selling mine. I don’t regret buying it or shooting it like most of the LCP’s that I have had it did function. I’m just not a fan of the platform. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
Are you having any rusting issues with the slide? I bought my father the regular black slide finish and good lord Im always having to clean it up for him and oil it. Hes horrible about sweating and not pulling it out and oiling it. 😂
Yes, if you watch my earlier videos on the regular LCP, I made jokes about all of the pockets on my tan cargo shorts being brown. Every single LCP I have ever owned rusted so bad it would stain my pockets. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
Your Sig may well be a better gun, but I can buy two of the Rugers for the price of one of the Sigs. I agree with you about the pocket holster that comes with the gun (I just bought one), but I have a DeSantis holster for a snubbie .38 I no longer own, and the Max fits in it perfectly.
Great video. It's amazing how the 75th anniversary edition is like a top secret pistol. Not many videos on it, also it's not listed on many websites. Thank you for your efforts. I had to search to find my 75th anniversary edition, and like you said, the price is right! I put the Armalaser TR39G green laser on mine. Not much information or videos on that either. Note: this may help others. If you purchase a 2 pack, the Magazines are a better buy. I picked up a two pack 12r for $49.99 at the Magshack. They also have the 10r two packs. Thanks again.
Yeah, they have always been super cheap. I was out the door for 300 tax and everything. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
A lot of people have said the slide not locking back happens frequently and the reason for that is the Magazines. The retention cuts on the magazine are way too big and sloppy. I didn't put the pinky extension on and my pinky curls under the magazine and pushes it up into the pistol and presto! Last round hold open becomes reliable. I never wanted the 12 round magazine anyway for a concealment pistol so I bought a pair of 10 round magazines for $42 to go with the one that came with the pistol. The floor plates are wiggly but they have stayed on mine. The magazine release on mine was rough as a cob until I had a few thousand presses on it with loaded magazines to put pressure on the magazine release. I like mine as is for what it is. My body chemistry is highly acid and I haven't rusted the slide yet.
Look forward to your CZ review just pulled the trigger on mine $603 with shipping what a steal with the optic I was waiting for them just to release the optic but they haven’t done that yet so I couldn’t pass up the deal just to add another p10 for the price I know they’re releasing a new generation sometime this year almost hard to believe they can improve on the first generation
If it shoots low, wouldn't the simplest fix be to just set the middle dot a little bit above the rear sight posts, rather than even with them, when aiming?
Nice review. You ran through alot of the questions would be buyers would have and showed the technical stuff like trigger break and reset, stippling on the grips and etc. The magazine issues are a question though I guess. I will say that having a perfect trigger doesnt matter on this class of pistol. It has a solid one from what you showed though. It seems that the lcp max is a solid purchase regardless of the nuances. Peace brother
I don’t regret buying it. The mags are pretty bad and you feel like you are going to break the follower but so far they’ve worked. Thanks for watching and commenting and please be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
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I just picked up a new LCP Max - Not the 75th Anniversary Edition, just the basic black slide (and I over-paid $50 by buying at Cabela's, but my local gun shop didn't have it and I didn't feel like waiting to order it fro them). Like I say, I paid $480, but if I'd ordered it from my gun shop, it would have been only $426. It feels good in the hand, with the 10 rd mag or the 12 rd. I'm curious to see how it shoots, or how I shoot IT. I just really wanted a pocket pistol that wasn't a .32 ACP.
Right mine was a good $150 cheaper but I had to buy a $50 mag because it only came with one. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
The only issue I've had with the regular LCP Max when using the pocket holster is when I've gone to draw it out of the holster the magazine release seems to have been pressed and the magazine will partially eject not all the way
Yes, that’s why I do not use the provided pocket holster. I use a DeSantis gun hide. Thanks for comment and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
I just got the Galloway Precision turnkey kit and OH BOY it makes me enjoy this gun a lot more. There's a few springs to swap, a new trigger, and some nice rubber grips for about $100. Only 100 rounds through it since I did all the upgrades last weekend, but i'm happy with it. I was shooting terribly low with this gun even after practicing quite a bit but that helped with the accuracy too.
Does yours have a foot of drop at 50ft? Never in my life have I seen such a drop at such a short distance. Sold the pos after trying to figure it out and seeing many reports of this. Defective. Switched back to the normal lcp and had zero issues again, and only an inch or two of drop, mainly due to me yanking the trigger.
Sweet have you had a chance to shoot it yet and if so, how do you like it? Thanks for watching and for commenting and please be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
Good review… thank you! I’m not sure that I would recommend it for folks that are recoil sensitive, but it definitely has significantly less recoil than the LCP II, which is painful to shoot. Galco has a good rawhide holster on Amazon,but I recently moved to a trigger cover that I would have to remove first. I feel better that it won’t come off inadvertently, but will be slower to ready my firearm. Blessings!
@@GSquaredTactical I handled a Max 75th Anniversary edition pistol today at one of our local gun shops. It was listed at $339.00 with the standard black Ruger LCP Max listing at $419.00. The slide serrations on the stainless steel Max anniversary were pretty much razor sharp and that by itself was a deal breaker. There is no reason for Ruger to have shipped these out without taking a minute or two with a buffing wheel and compound to round off those sharp edges. I've had and carried a Ruger LCP gen 2 .380 for years and always liked the platform I've been turned off from the Max buy the price.
Yeah they are a little pricey. I was fortunate to get out the door for $301 with tax on this one. Thanks for watching and commenting and please be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
I have pocket carried my lcp with a kydex trigger guard that can be attached to a belt loop so it pulls off when you draw. The whole thing fits inside a soft sticky holster. Comfortable and safe in my opinion. Nice thorough review.
Absolutely every LCP I’ve ever carried except the LCP1 became a rust bucket in my pocket. Thanks another reason I choose the P938. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Thanks brother! It's great to have a true shooter give a detailed review! Touching on every detail I want to know and today so many guns and all have some trouble. That's what we all need to know and see! Thanks for your hard work brother!
@@jpconard I do not have either of those guns. My Ruger MAX does have a strong recoil. I can shoot my 9mm Smith & Wesen Shield plus much better. Hope that helps.
@@GSquaredTactical the mcarbo trigger is metal and adjustable. Its sits a little father back in the trigger guard and has a crisper break. If you change the springs it will get rid of the "ping" sound and lighten up the trigger pull. I love it.
I have issues on both of my (wife & I) 75th Anniversary Editions LCPs with reliability when I load a full magazine with one in the chamber. I have several magazines (10 & 12 rounds) and some are more reliable than the others but not even close to 100%. Love my DeSantis Gunhide 03 pocket holster. Wive uses a Gazelle holster no longer available. Great review! Thank you.
What's the issue exactly on yours. I got the 75th aswell shot 50 rounds and around 20 loose self defense ammo, ran flawless. I would like to know you're issue as a heads up
@@ghosthunter7775 thank you for your reply. On both guns if I load a full magazine (except for 1 ten round magazine out of 5 10/12 round magazines) with one in the chamber the gun will shoot BUT the slide won’t cycle correctly as to eject the empty case and load a new round. This magazine will function correctly 8 out ten times will the others will work 3-4 times out of 10 times. Again this only happens when I load the plus (extra) round with a full magazine.
Yeah the mags are subpar to say the least thanks for watching and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
I just picked up one from PSA for 199.00 Couldn’t pass that price!!
I mean yeah at the price you got to. Thanks for watching and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Thanks for the review brother-man. I just ordered the 75th Anniversary Lcp Max.. paid about $300 out the door. I have an LCP 2 that I've pocket carried with the Ruger supplied holster for nearly 4 years. I checked a few minutes ago.. and even though the holster is somewhat more flexible than when it was new.. I couldn't get the trigger pulled back far enough to fire.. no matter how hard I tried. I do have a DeSantis holster for another pistol. Anyway.. I'm looking forward to getting the new max.. and hope I don't have any magazine issues.
The magazines worked for me but they are subpar for sure. I’m looking at other manufacturers that may make them but have had no luck yet
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Is the reason why some people put their hand on their chest is because if they are being shot at and they get hit in the chest your hand is supposed to slow the bullet down a little ? That’s what I assume
That is correct sir and it also help you be more balanced and stable or it does me anyway. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
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I don't have a 12 round but I did buy the 2 pack of 10 rounds and they were $43 and seem to be better than the Ruger mags. I have heard that Ruger subbed out the manufacture to Mecar Italy. I'd have never bought the LCP Max 75th if I hadn't seen it for $259 new. I found the Ruger LC9 EC was $259 also and a spare 10rd mac for the 9EC was $28. I actually think the Keltec P3AT was better than first gen Rugers. I do like the LCP Max, but if I only had one pistol, it wouldn't be it.
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@@GSquaredTactical The LCP Max while not inaccurate, shoots way low. The factory Ruger magazine will not activate the last round hold open, while the two pack magazines (Ruger branded) did. I wouldn't buy a load of spring kits to improve a Ruger LCP Max but I would buy a $15 rear sight that was about 1/16th of an inch taller. The LCP Max has something to recommend it, magazine capacity. I shoot target with the same ammo I carry which is the Sinter Fire NXG 70gr lead free flat point ball ammunition which performs pretty well in gel or against car bodies and does what it does practically every time with mild recoil. If I could only have one pistol, to do absolutely everything with it would probably be a 1911 or Glock in 10mm and it would go in the gym bag rather than gym shorts.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts!!
I've been pocket carrying my wife's LCP II in 22LR for a few days. I like it so well that I am looking for an LCP Max to call my own. (She wants her LCPII back. Thanks for the review sir!
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Nice comprehensive review! Thanks sir! I have been thinking about one of these as I do not currently own a pocket pistol.
Thank you
Mine worked up until 6m, after that it had this crazy drop. Talking about 12in at only 50ft.
@UN-intelligent that’s wild I’ll have to check that out next range trip. Thanks for watching and please be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Guns fire in pockets because the one carrying the gun is playing pocket pool.
Could be!! Thanks for watching
Or they just throw their 🔫 in the pocket without a holster, along with keys, etc.
Yeah I believe that’s the biggest thing. No holster. Heck I see people with Glock 19’s crammed in their belt/pants without a holster because, well people are idiots and I’m surrounded by them. Thanks for watching
I dont get the shoots low nonsense. It has raised sights for an actual sight picture. No weapon shoots low. Every weapon shoots to point of aim. I. Other words its going to hit wear it hits and you have to train with each weapon you own. You have to train to the weapon as you cannot make a weapon train to you
10/4
Great review, I think the bottom line is you get what you pay for but then again for someone on a tight budget who doesn't shoot a lot it may be ok. You shot the gun and gave your honest opinion...well done.
It’s like this…if all you can afford is $300 and you need a purse gun or small pistol for some reason then absolutely I trust the gun and its ability to perform. I’m just not so sure I trust the ability of the one carrying it because the gun can prove to be difficult for someone who doesn’t shoot a lot. The contrast to that I’ve given almost everyone I know and some random folks at the range my P938 and it behaves and shoots like any full size gun they’ve shot and it’s a 9mm. Thanks for watching bud and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
I have a LCP Max and a Sig P238. The Sig is a vastly superior firearm in every aspect IMO.
Absolutely and although it’s more expensive it’s not by alot
Rugers quality and QC has dropped off a cliff in recent years. 10/22 75th was absolutely awful first came with an oil soaked stock second came with 1/4” gaps around the receiver. Would not purchase another Ruger moving forward.
Wow I did not know this. Our 10/22 75th looked and performed great. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
I think things the past few years went a little sideways for most manufacturers(due to bad government policies). Even my much praised (for being bomb proof) H&K P2000sk failed at a shockingly low round count(400 rnds) The trigger return spring failed causing a dead trigger.
The major thing for me is how a company deals with their mistake. In my case with H&K, they were AMAZING. Very friendly to deal with and they had the pistol fixed and returned to me in less than a week!
Customer service is very important and Ruger has a great reputation for wonderful customer service. I’ve never dealt with the customer service at H&K The only customer service I’ve ever dealt with is Mossberg, which was a horrible experience, Magnum research which was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, S&W which was so so and Glock, which was the worst customer service I’ve ever had even worse than Mossberg
@@GSquaredTactical No doubt! Ruger's customer service is legendary. Out of the 10+ Ruger pistols/rifles I've owned, I've only had to send in one pistol. The customer service agent was excellent, the repair service was prompt, and they paid for shipping both ways.
That's sad to hear about Mossberg. I expected more from a great American family owned company.
I've had a good experience with S&W. I had an old M&P 40c that needed some striker components upgrades and I lost the old version of striker keeper. They sent me multiple parts for free and they paid shipping. I wonder if S&W suffered from some issues during their transition to the new plant in Tennessee?
That's crazy about Glock. I thought Glock cared more about their customers. I would love to hear more about your situation with Glock.
I can fully recommend H&K ! For a company that people have given a reputation for saying "you suck, and we hate you!" In real life, they are excellent. I had a repair issue with a P2000sk. The customer service agent friendly and the repair service was profession and FAST. The repair and shipping only took 1 week. Only down side is the make you pay for shipping to them. They were close to Ruger in terms of repair process. The new slogan for H&K should be "you're the best, and we love you!"😂😂
I have one of these guns, and it shoots rather low. I was at the range yesterday, and at about 20 feet shots aimed at one circle were going into the circle below it until I deliberately aimed high.
Almost every LCP I’ve owned shot low. This one wasn’t to bad for some reason. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
hey brother i bought the same firearm from shooters when they ran the ruger 75th anniversary sale on these i really feel EXACTALLY the same way you do when it comes to the gun the holster and mags are shit just figured I would buy a caliber i dont have i carry a smith&wesson m&p shield 9 plus as my E.D.C. and o do landscaping and your on point bub. much love from jax, FL
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I clicked this video to watch a REVIEW, not 2:30 of you firing the pistol, ridiculous!!
Well for one person that says that believe me when I say there are 1000 others that say why do you talk so much? Why do you not shoot the gun more so I’m going to go with the 1000 on this one. Sorry you did not like it, but you can get off and watch someone else’s video which I’m sure you did so, have a good evening
@@GSquaredTacticalyes sir, I’ll stick with Hikok45, Sootch00, 704 Tactical.
10/4 fair enough good night
You and I are very different people.
Ok
Couldnt resist $255 for regular Max with Stainless slide. Replacing my LCP Custom. Pocket Carry perfection when the time calls for it. Vedder pocket locker.
Nice!! Yes sir it’s a great value. Be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already and thanks for watching
The Ruger logo is actually a Phoenix
Thanks for the info bro I’ve always thought it was a dragon. Be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
More specifically in esoteric occult symbolism it's the Rising Phoinex plastered with an R right on top of it as a double entondre... 👹
@@Soli_Deo_Gloria_. 😅
Salt is the worst enemy of any firearm. Our profuse sweating will eat right in the metal/bluing.
I get that but I’ve had 7 different pocket carry’s and this is the only one that’s rusted ever. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
I have three 12 round mags for my LCP Max and they've been flawless. The firearm never has jammed either and I have put about 1,300 rounds thru it.
So far so good for us
@@GSquaredTactical it's excellent for pocket carry. Nothing beats the 12+1 for that size.
It’s a good one for sure
Me too! I've never had problems with the mags even in the plus 1 configuration. In my opinion its one of the best 380's on the market and still smaller then the new S&W Bodyguard 2.0 380 which I shot today for the first time. In IMO they both shoot equally well, but the LCP Max is still a little bit smaller but that little difference in size makes a big difference to me in the pocket. Another thing I like about the LCP Max is the trigger guard is bigger and it makes it easier for when wearing gloves. After being out for awhile when the price drops on the new M&P bodyguard 2.0 380 I will purchase one to have as another placement gun and pocket gun choice in 380. Thanks for sharing.
I wished I liked S&W more I do. With them being an American company and all. They just aren’t my favorite but ima try one of the new bodyguards as well. Thanks for watching and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
I have 2 lcp max’s, black oxide and 75th. Was thinking about selling both for the bodyguard 2.0, but I’m hanging on to my max’s. There will always be the next best thing, but if you’re proficient in what you have why sell it? Great video
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@@GSquaredTactical just did. Keep the good content coming.
Yes sir I plan on it thank you again
I bought a Bodyguard 2.0 and still ended up buying a 2nd LCP Max (the 75th Anniversary model with the flag). I like the BG, but it just doesn't feel as "pocketable" as the Max. Plus it's significantly higher than the current sale price on the Ruger, and twelve round mags for the Max are a LOT cheaper (regularly see 2-packs for $43+/-...)
@@chaburchak that’s exactly what I heard. And you know I had to order the BG 2.0 as well. It’s in the mail as we speak. May use the BG as a lazy carry day, when I want something on me a tad bit smaller than my Hellcat Micro.
I notice everywhere I look you can buy the 75 anniversary like you have cheaper than the regular LCP Max, I like the price but couldn't get over that white trigger.
Yeah, I ended up selling mine. I don’t regret buying it or shooting it like most of the LCP’s that I have had it did function. I’m just not a fan of the platform. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
It's stainless, looks white when photo taken...
@MikeJones-so7gs that’s correct
Great review. Honest, straightforward, no bullshit or hype, and a whole bunch of shooting.
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Are you having any rusting issues with the slide? I bought my father the regular black slide finish and good lord Im always having to clean it up for him and oil it. Hes horrible about sweating and not pulling it out and oiling it. 😂
Yes, if you watch my earlier videos on the regular LCP, I made jokes about all of the pockets on my tan cargo shorts being brown. Every single LCP I have ever owned rusted so bad it would stain my pockets. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
Detailed review. Thanks
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This looks interesting!
I agree 100% on the P938, shot mine yesterday, love it I have the Armalaser green on mine zero issues.
Nice
Come with only one magazine from The first day they sold it
Yeah I suppose so. I never had one so I wasn’t sure either way. Thanks for watching bro it’s much appreciated
I use the desantis holster for my bodyguard and lcp max . Very well made
Yes sir
I would not like my duck to get blown off but enjoyed the review, great detail.
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Your Sig may well be a better gun, but I can buy two of the Rugers for the price of one of the Sigs.
I agree with you about the pocket holster that comes with the gun (I just bought one), but I have a DeSantis holster for a snubbie .38 I no longer own, and the Max fits in it perfectly.
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Great video. It's amazing how the 75th anniversary edition is like a top secret pistol. Not many videos on it, also it's not listed on many websites. Thank you for your efforts. I had to search to find my 75th anniversary edition, and like you said, the price is right! I put the Armalaser TR39G green laser on mine. Not much information or videos on that either. Note: this may help others. If you purchase a 2 pack, the Magazines are a better buy. I picked up a two pack 12r for $49.99 at the Magshack. They also have the 10r two packs. Thanks again.
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IDK why but I was scared for your thumb lmao
Haha that’s funny. They do get a little close on the smaller ones don’t they lol.
Same 😅
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My 938 was a peice of shit
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as of this moment 082924 they are on sale for 250 usd.
Yeah, they have always been super cheap. I was out the door for 300 tax and everything. Thanks for watching and for commenting and be sure to subscribe if you have not already.
A lot of people have said the slide not locking back happens frequently and the reason for that is the Magazines. The retention cuts on the magazine are way too big and sloppy. I didn't put the pinky extension on and my pinky curls under the magazine and pushes it up into the pistol and presto! Last round hold open becomes reliable. I never wanted the 12 round magazine anyway for a concealment pistol so I bought a pair of 10 round magazines for $42 to go with the one that came with the pistol. The floor plates are wiggly but they have stayed on mine. The magazine release on mine was rough as a cob until I had a few thousand presses on it with loaded magazines to put pressure on the magazine release. I like mine as is for what it is. My body chemistry is highly acid and I haven't rusted the slide yet.
Yeah I believe it about the mags they are sloppy in general. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Bought the same gun. Got it home and discovered it left the factory without a takedown pin retaining spring. Still waiting on Ruger to send me one.
Good grief that’s ridiculous. Did you see it missing when you looked at it in the store?
@GSquaredTactical No, it was new still in the box. After I racked the slide a few times the pin fell out and wouldn't stay in the gun.
Wow
Look forward to your CZ review just pulled the trigger on mine $603 with shipping what a steal with the optic I was waiting for them just to release the optic but they haven’t done that yet so I couldn’t pass up the deal just to add another p10 for the price I know they’re releasing a new generation sometime this year almost hard to believe they can improve on the first generation
It’s an amazing firearm. Immediately went into my rotation. I paid $619.99 plus tax. A great value
Great little gun but the sights take a bit to get used to. The LCP Max is known for shooting low.
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If it shoots low, wouldn't the simplest fix be to just set the middle dot a little bit above the rear sight posts, rather than even with them, when aiming?
Nice review. You ran through alot of the questions would be buyers would have and showed the technical stuff like trigger break and reset, stippling on the grips and etc. The magazine issues are a question though I guess. I will say that having a perfect trigger doesnt matter on this class of pistol. It has a solid one from what you showed though. It seems that the lcp max is a solid purchase regardless of the nuances. Peace brother
I don’t regret buying it. The mags are pretty bad and you feel like you are going to break the follower but so far they’ve worked. Thanks for watching and commenting and please be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Nice review. Thank you.
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Please flip the vid. Put the camera behind u. In the same heigh but behind u.
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I just picked up a new LCP Max - Not the 75th Anniversary Edition, just the basic black slide (and I over-paid $50 by buying at Cabela's, but my local gun shop didn't have it and I didn't feel like waiting to order it fro them). Like I say, I paid $480, but if I'd ordered it from my gun shop, it would have been only $426. It feels good in the hand, with the 10 rd mag or the 12 rd. I'm curious to see how it shoots, or how I shoot IT. I just really wanted a pocket pistol that wasn't a .32 ACP.
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palmetto got this for $300 right now. same edition
The 75th anniversary edition was actually cheaper at my gun shop, so i grabbed that one. Even though i personally think it looks more expensive.
Right mine was a good $150 cheaper but I had to buy a $50 mag because it only came with one. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
The only issue I've had with the regular LCP Max when using the pocket holster is when I've gone to draw it out of the holster the magazine release seems to have been pressed and the magazine will partially eject not all the way
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I just got the Galloway Precision turnkey kit and OH BOY it makes me enjoy this gun a lot more. There's a few springs to swap, a new trigger, and some nice rubber grips for about $100. Only 100 rounds through it since I did all the upgrades last weekend, but i'm happy with it. I was shooting terribly low with this gun even after practicing quite a bit but that helped with the accuracy too.
Sweet I will have to check into that
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Does yours have a foot of drop at 50ft? Never in my life have I seen such a drop at such a short distance. Sold the pos after trying to figure it out and seeing many reports of this. Defective. Switched back to the normal lcp and had zero issues again, and only an inch or two of drop, mainly due to me yanking the trigger.
I haven’t shot It from 50ft so I can’t say for sure. I was shooting at about 30ft
There’s no need to have to shoot 50 ft. If so you better have a really good reason.
Agreed
It’s exactly like the one I bought yesterday
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Good review… thank you! I’m not sure that I would recommend it for folks that are recoil sensitive, but it definitely has significantly less recoil than the LCP II, which is painful to shoot. Galco has a good rawhide holster on Amazon,but I recently moved to a trigger cover that I would have to remove first. I feel better that it won’t come off inadvertently, but will be slower to ready my firearm. Blessings!
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The serrations on the slide of the 75th are a lot more aggressive than on the normal max but I've got soft office worker hands
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@@GSquaredTactical I handled a Max 75th Anniversary edition pistol today at one of our local gun shops. It was listed at $339.00 with the standard black Ruger LCP Max listing at $419.00. The slide serrations on the stainless steel Max anniversary were pretty much razor sharp and that by itself was a deal breaker. There is no reason for Ruger to have shipped these out without taking a minute or two with a buffing wheel and compound to round off those sharp edges. I've had and carried a Ruger LCP gen 2 .380 for years and always liked the platform I've been turned off from the Max buy the price.
Yeah they are a little pricey. I was fortunate to get out the door for $301 with tax on this one. Thanks for watching and commenting and please be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
Is it really stainless steel or a coating
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I have pocket carried my lcp with a kydex trigger guard that can be attached to a belt loop so it pulls off when you draw. The whole thing fits inside a soft sticky holster.
Comfortable and safe in my opinion. Nice thorough review.
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The caliber of????
.380
I like the gun but I carried it for 3 days in a sticky holster and slide is already rusting
Absolutely every LCP I’ve ever carried except the LCP1 became a rust bucket in my pocket. Thanks another reason I choose the P938. Thanks for watching and commenting and be sure to subscribe if you haven’t already
The anniversary edition won’t rust it has a stainless slide.
@ericnorton9748 said he carried his for 3 days and it rusted
@@buddy9577 not true
@@buddy9577 I can send you pictures lol
Just picked one up. Thanks for the video. Your excitement is starting to catch up to me.
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Thanks brother! It's great to have a true shooter give a detailed review! Touching on every detail I want to know and today so many guns and all have some trouble. That's what we all need to know and see! Thanks for your hard work brother!
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10 Rounds and 10 Ounces
Yeah buddy! Haha such a blast
palmetto got this for $300 right now. same edition
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269 now Memorial Day special
Oh nice did you get one?
Where is that special?@@kevinandrade9446
It's $279 for memorial day weekend at Rural King. (for the 75th ANNIVERSARY edition)
Over 1000 rounds with mine. No issues. Not one. Alone in my pocket with DeSantis holster over 95% plus of the days. It does have a kick. GOOD LUCK!
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How does kick compare to max 9 and shield ez (380)?
@@jpconard I do not have either of those guns. My Ruger MAX does have a strong recoil. I can shoot my 9mm Smith & Wesen Shield plus much better. Hope that helps.
I mainly use ARX 56 grain Inceptor bullets. My 77 year old hands sure can feel the difference!
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Get a Mcarbo trigger. Makes a huge difference
Send me a link please
@@GSquaredTactical the mcarbo trigger is metal and adjustable. Its sits a little father back in the trigger guard and has a crisper break. If you change the springs it will get rid of the "ping" sound and lighten up the trigger pull. I love it.
@bbazzracing yeah that ting sound is crazy lol.
@@GSquaredTactical goto MCarbo's site and look for LCP Max trigger and spring kit
The trigger on mine seems to irritate my finger. Have you had any issues like that ?