[docnsx01]

I completely agree!! It’s a ‘pocket pistol’ and really good within a 10 yard range. I solved the trigger pinch problem by purchasing and installing the M Carbo trigger. (It’s a bit tricky). Also purchased/installed the ss guide rod and take down pin. Purchased an ‘Alabama’ pocket holster and the little bugger is with me always. 12+1 in the gun w a 12rd backup mag in my weak side pocket. Perfect pocket carry pistol!! 🤗 (I also practice around the house with a laser cartridge for accuracy.)

sounds familiar , love the changes the mcarbo makes to the pistol , only diff is im 10 round state and vedder pocket pocket now with adjustable retention

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

Interesting thread. If shooting a couple inches low on paper bothers ya, I'd suggest aiming a couple inches higher. In any event, the bad guy won't know the difference. It's a small pocket gun. Temper expectations accordingly.

Half-blind old man. Milled sights on LCP so small can barely see 'em. This exceeds my off hand expectations at 7yds.

 

[Beemer606]

Interesting thread. If shooting a couple inches low on paper bothers ya I'd suggest aiming a couple inches higher. In any event, the bad guy won't know the difference. It's a small pocket gun. Temper expectations accordingly.

Half-blind old man. Milled sights on LCP so small can barely 'em. This exceeds my off hand expectations at 7yds.

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Is that a Max? Looks like previous version of the LCP. Anyway, you're correct in that it is a pocket pistol and the sights probably wouldn't be used in a fast breaking defensive close up situation which is what the intended purpose of this firearm was designed for.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

Is that a Max? Looks like previous version of the LCP. Anyway, you're correct in that it is a pocket pistol and the sights probably wouldn't be used in a fast breaking defensive close up situation which is what the intended purpose of this firearm was designed for.

Yes it is.

 

[Armybrat]

Although my EDC is my LCP Max, I‘ve kept this NIB “Gen 2” LCP from 2016 in the safe just in case the desire to go smaller hits me.
(I did carry my 1st Gen LCP from 2008 until early last year)

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

Although my EDC is my LCP Max, I‘ve kept this NIB “Gen 2” LCP from 2016 in the safe just in case the desire to go smaller hits me.
(I did carry my 1st Gen LCP from 2008 until early last year)

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Gen2 is a keeper. Carried mine for close to a decade. Outlasted three iPhones. Ha!

 

[Mr500cm]

Gen2 is a keeper. Carried mine for close to a decade. Outlasted three iPhones. Ha!

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Never hurts to have a backup in case your primary has to go in for service.

 

[Mr500cm]

Mine has a different problem. When I first got it took it to the range and after a few rounds through it it wasn't going into battery after a shot not a lot and you could smack it and it would finish going in. Sent back to Ruger and they replaced the barrel and extractor spring. Came back and less than 20 rounds through it started doing the same thing and then just quit altogether. Pull the trigger and it would click but no bang. Sent it back and after several weeks came back. No explanation but it worked. Took to the range a few times and no problem. Took it to the range last Tuesday and after about 50 rounds it started not going into battery completely again. I've contacted Ruger and waiting to hear from them.

I changed the recoil spring with one from Mcarbo and it hasn’t failed since. Look into it.

 

[Bruce B]

Wow! Just got my new 75th Anniversary Ruger LCP Max with the stainless slide. Upon first function, I found the magazine will not drop without great manipulation and repositioning. Tried numerous times- same. Then I tried to dry fire it. My normal index finger position, which is to place the meat of the finger where it breaks just below the joint line, resulted in the trigger not being depressed- the safety portion of the trigger apparently did not depress adequately, which prohibited the trigger from operating- only after continuing to pull my index finger back to almost the tip was I able to fully depress the trigger. I did this numerous times with the same result.
As a 34 year police officer and 16 year firearm instructor I can tell you this is a terrible situation, because in a stressful combat situation, it is not reasonable to expect those fine motor skills to shop around for the perfect place on the trigger to fully depress it.
I immediately called Ruger and they are promptly sending me the paperwork I need to return it but needless to say I am terribly disappointed. Just curious whether anyone else has had these problems with a brand new, unifired Max.

Bruce, Michigan

 

[texas1948]

Fired mine today. 50 rounds after clean and lube. 1st few were low with 6 o’clock hold. Covered the target and got in the 9 ring consistently. Just need more time with trigger and grip to reach proficiency because it is a good shooter for a pocket gun. Good enough for a personal protection gun . Usually carry sig p365 and wanted a gun for pocket carry in shorts

 

[Mr500cm]

I questioned the accuracy of my Max and was told this by Ruger:

For accuracy, we recommend 7 yards for 2 inch groups. When a firearm comes in for accuracy, our technicians only shoot at 7 yards. The LCP Max is designed for Combat or Dead On Hold.
Thank you for your interest in Ruger.
Ruger Customer Service

im also practicing at 7-10 yards Just keeping my shots on the paper.

 

[Rance Mohammitz]

Does the new trigger look ant different? Just curious, why didn't you opt for a M-Carbo or Galloway trigger?

Just installed the MCARBO trigger and spring kit. Previously did the recoil spring and rod mods from them. All working just fine. The new trigger is awesome...

 

[docnsx01]

Just installed the MCARBO trigger and spring kit. Previously did the recoil spring and rod mods from them. All working just fine. The new trigger is awesome...

makes the gun so much more shootable wiht the new trigger ,

 

[Lefty_Red]

Claude Werner has a pretty good series on pocket pistols. You have to read his stuff, not just watch it on YT. Anyways, might give a few of you an idea of what can be done with a pocket pistol when you adjust to them and train with them.

Jerry

 

[Jackfish2021]

As much as I want to say no to this gun, its smaller size appeals to me. I do enjoy my G42, but there are times its not the best with khaki type pants that I wear at work or when I grab a beer right after work.

 

[Bobzaya1]

Well, I picked up my new Ruger LCP Max pistol last Friday and took it to the range on Saturday. What a disappointment. This pistol consistently shoots 2-3 inches low at 7 yards.

So the first 100 rounds were all low. For the last 50 rounds, I held the sights so that the front sight was about 3/16 above the back sight line, and the pistol would then hit where it was pointing fairly consistently.

Then to top it off, I ended up with a blood blister due to trigger bite.

After the range trip, I did some searching on the internet, and apparently these two problems are very common complaints with the LCP Max. Buyer beware.

And before anyone starts saying user error, I also had my original LCP with me at the range, which is smaller and has a much more challenging trigger, and I had no problems hitting on target when I did my part.

I called Ruger customer service, and they basically blew me off saying 99% of pistols sent in for this problem are returned with "problem not duplicated". Sounds like they are getting a lot of calls on this.

I have owned quite a few Rugers: Orginal LCP, SR9c, 9mm LCR, LC9. Each one was a quality pistol with no real issues out of the box. Not this one. My experience with my LCP Max has not been good, and I will be cutting my losses and trading it in for something else.

If you are considering buying a LCP Max, I strongly suggest doing some significant searching on all of the forums for all of the complaints about this pistol, and then decide whether you really want to roll the dice. Shame on me for not doing my research, but I have never had a problem with Ruger firearms until now.

O man I just bought one my self, they are fairly new but I hope someone has already worked on mods to aid the issues on it. Man I normally i go to the range to enjoy and relieve a bit of stress but from the looks of your experience it seemed like you had a stressful situation.

 

[rlwebb50]

I had the same issue with the LCP MAX 380 pistol failing to load the first round with the slide back on a full 10 round magazine. I called Ruger Customer Service, and they sent me a completely new slide unit within days. I have not had any further problems with the first-round loading since. I think Ruger makes a good product; this particular model needed some additional engineering before releasing. I still would like to see a thumb safety for added reliability.

 

[Argee1950]

I had the same issue with the LCP MAX 380 pistol failing to load the first round with the slide back on a full 10 round magazine. I called Ruger Customer Service, and they sent me a completely new slide unit within days. I have not had any further problems with the first-round loading since. I think Ruger makes a good product; this particular model needed some additional engineering before releasing. I still would like to see a thumb safety for added reliability.

My original LCP Max had issues. Ruger tradedme out of it for and LC380 which I enjoy. When they introduced the 75th Anniversary edition I took another chance and this one is such improved. I agree with you on the need for a safety.

 

[CarN]

I bought one when they first came out. I shot it much worse than my standard LCP. I quickly sold it and bought another LCP. I feel like I want to give it another try though. The 10rd capacity makes me want to go back.

 

[kazgorat]

I bought one when they first came out. I shot it much worse than my standard LCP. I quickly sold it and bought another LCP. I feel like I want to give it another try though. The 10rd capacity makes me want to go back.

I ended up swapping out the original sights for TruGlo front and back night sights, and the accuracy was definitely improved. I think part of the issue is the trigger as well. The LCP Max has an horrible trigger in my opinion. I would swap it out, but I don't like modifying triggers on self defense carry pistols, so I will probably just live with it.