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Ruger LCP II

6+1 .380 ACP pocket pistol, entry-price Ruger reliability, value pocket carry

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Key Highlights

  • $349 entry price
  • Proven LCP reliability
  • 10.6 oz pocket weight

Specifications

Price
$349
Weight
10.6 oz
Calibers
.380 ACP
Rail Type
none

Capability Profile

0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes

Compatibility Tags

family: handgunframe: lcp

Overview

The Ruger LCP II is the value entry point for pocket .380 carry. At $349 it is the cheapest path to a reliable pocket pistol from a major manufacturer. The 6+1 capacity is the traditional standard for .380 pocket guns, set by the original LCP and maintained across the class for a decade. The improved trigger over the original LCP provides a cleaner break with a more defined reset.

The LCP II defined the pocket pistol category for over a decade before the LCP Max raised the bar with 10+1 capacity. The external dimensions are marginally smaller than the LCP Max, making the LCP II the better choice for unusually tight pockets. For buyers who want the smallest possible carry gun at the lowest possible price, the LCP II delivers proven Ruger reliability in a package that disappears in a pocket holster.

Key Features

  • 6+1 .380 ACP capacity
  • 10.6 oz unloaded weight
  • Improved trigger over original LCP
  • Pocket-holster compatible size
  • $349 entry price

Pros

  • +$349 cheapest reliable pocket .380 from a major manufacturer
  • +Ultra-compact true pocket carry dimensions
  • +Proven Ruger LCP reliability platform
  • +Deep pocket holster aftermarket

Cons

  • 6+1 capacity low versus LCP Max 10+1 for $100 more
  • No tritium front sight
  • Basic trigger relative to premium .380s
  • No accessory rail

Detailed Specifications

caliber
.380 ACP
Barrel Length
2.75 inches
Overall Length
5.17 inches
weight
10.6 oz
trigger
Striker-fired, ~5.5 lb pull
barrel
Alloy steel
msrp
$349

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