My Gosh folks, this is total BS, read the directions. The trigger is long and has some over travel but its very smooth. Actually if the SCCY is on here then the Mill Pro G2 should be also, and that gun is a trainwreck compared to the SCCY. I met Leghorn at a Range Day last year and he knows little about handling a weapon. And I especially enjoy its clever name. Votes on the best or worst of anything are all based on personal experience or having an ax to grind. (dead serious) took it right back to the store. You hold the slide back to engage the cocking. Still cant find that silent u in it to make it sky. Even the author of this article merely speculates, at times, as to why the readers voted as they did. I have several pocket pistols, Just had my XDS 45 fail on me (Light primer strikes) and have another XDS in 9MM, I have a S&W Sigma 380, that works but is less pleasing than my two Ruger LCPs, Kahr, CW380, or my Colt Mustang XSP. Yes, the LCP II is still a .380 pocket pistol and as a result is still snappy. Also it would be great to know if the people voting own the guns they are rating and/or if they have ever shot them. Far too many people have shot themselves or objects in their house loading a NAA revolver because they didnt pay attention to safety instructions. Broke the ejector. As a long, and I do mean long time P3AT owner, you must be one of those anti Keltec trolls that hated them from the start. After using a proper fitting mag, very few jams, maybe 2 or 3 per 100 rounds. IMHO it packs a great punch for a pistol that slips away in my pocket. Because they unreasonably expected to consistently hit a bullseye at 50 yards with a pocket pistol? Man, all I can say is when you mentioned the Pico, you sure messed up on that one. The SCCY model CPX-2 is a fine lightweight pistol that shoots a stopper round 9mm. I shoot a lot of pocket guns. Now I feel like I have t fire the XDS 9MM again before I trust it, Really shook me up when I casually pressed the trigger and got a light clunk. The biggest improvement, by far, is the trigger pull. Or having the mag cleaned and inspected? So far wevecollected roughly 34,000 votes with an average rating of 6.1 overall. I own a SCCY CPX-2. And than some. TCP and P3AT triggers were clearly worlds better than it. Oh shit! Stainless Steel receiver, chassis, guide rod, built like a tank. The Type 94 Shiki Kenju. Funny the SCCY was rated on 2 other surveys as one of the top 5 affordable and reliable pocket guns. You did NOT mention that the Pico has RE-STRIKE CAPAPIBILITY. Thats a problem for a pocket gun. Did anybody take the poor performing guns to a reputable gunsmith and have them tuned up? How do they perform? You need to learn more about handguns before posting such nonsense. I just cant see myself ever paying for a gun called SuCCY! To start with they sat on it for 2 whole years teasing a release and it just kept getting pushed back further and further. Ill take more objective reviews from knowledgeable shooters. I have not had to use them as my SCCY has functioned perfectly so far. I am surprised high point 380 & 9mm werent included in your list. The trigger is exactly like a double action revolver. How so? The SCCY has one of the best rating out of these guns on your post. . I have two of the Picos. Ive seen tons of positive reviews of the CPX2. And the Pico will run like a sewing machine. The only guns to get near a 100 votes are the Beretta and the SCCY. When I dress up, the P380 is the best answer to the pocket-carry problem. Personally, Id avoid far more than just the bottom six. TTAG is the Roseanne Barr of reviews. Otherwise, their opinion may mean nothing. Built like a tank. There are many different 380 pistol options, but our favorites include the following: Ruger LCP II, Walther PK380, Kel-tec P3AT, Taurus Spectrum, and M&P Shield EZ. The trigger is long and weighty but smooth. Each of these guns has a lightweight, compact design making them ideal for concealed carry. He says the trigger is horrible? I love this site and usually stand behind the things written on it, but this is absolute trash and clickbait. Kahr P380 is the definitive pocket gun. If you have to rely on Counter Clerks for advice on firearms tells me quite a bit. It shoots all varieties of .380 ammo Ive ever run through it. I also Have the Kahr CW380 nice guy but finicky on ammo. Voted by handgun magazine as a top pistol and great manufacturer. Probably have about 2500 rounds through it. Ive had one for 5 years with no more problems than a Kel-tech 380, and Ruger LCP I compared side by side at the range. Really disappointed in how this was presented. I found that many mags for the Hellcat where not cut properly with too much play at the catch. On that note, you KNOW were kind of spoiled with all the great pocket guns available today. All guns I would have avoided anyway, except the Pico. Nice gun, but many of Kahr owners go to the Pico and never look back. I cant count on my DB380 to run consistently, so I had to give it a low rating. Got the Hellcat thrown in when I bought another gun. The S&W MP EZ 380 read the reviews even on the Glock site they praise the SW MP 380 EZ This gun looks a whole lot like the Ruger LCP and Kel-Tec P-3AT. The trigger reset does suck but its still a great gun. Can't argue with Sig, but I'd also add Beretta to that list, both the If you are going to run a wisdom of crowds review site I think you really ought to take a note from them, because we ALL know the crowd can also be incredibly stupid, especially when hiding behind the anonymity of a keyboard. The Picos have a huge fan base. Remember, these are life-or-death guns, not gopher guns or race guns. 6. I totally agree. The .380 ACP semi-automatic pistol is one of the most popular categories of concealed carry weapons in the United States and has been for years. WebBeretta Pico: Worst .380 In the World?! Its been reliable since then for me. And just recently bought my Third Pico. Then I go to the LGS and shoot the guns myself, having sorted down to a handful that might meet my needs. I. BUT! The Ruger LCP II, released by Ruger at the end of 2016, sought to remedy many of those downsides. The gun works. OMG! You sound smart. I bought a used SCCY CPX-2. 2) Cobra Firearms CA380 (4.3 stars 0.9, 36 votes). Totally agree. This only naturally makes it more difficult to fire properly like we just talked about. My SCCY runs like a champ. Small, accurate and reliable. The Pico will eat any ammo I have fed it, and has proven flawless with thousands of rounds down range. I would bet my life on this smallish, nice looking pistol. And for sure never shot one. My old PPK/s doesnt like Blazer alum. As far as the magazine release, its perfect for my needs. Personally, I only go by in person reviews, in this internet age, from people proven trustworthy. Hey Dan, what gun have you designed or invested in? But I have no interest in any Keltec pistol-unlike several rifles. Id trust actual reviewers over internet voters. You do that and you will find hipoints and cobras to work as they are intended. Bodyguard were well rated. When you insert a fresh magazine, it will be easier to rack the slide this way as well. For that reason its got a little too much recoil and im not as accurate with it as i am with my heavier pistols chambered in 9mm and 40 caliber . These are last resort concealment guns with a lot of punch in a small package. This gun is selling better than ever years later. Surprised the Remington R51 didnt make this list. When I told him I never have a problem with my P-11 or my wifes Ruger SR-9, he then said maybe its the ammo. ONE STAR FOR YOU! kind of reviews. WebSome derringers, like the Bond Arms derringers, are brilliantly crafted guns. And probably never fired one. I just hated the trigger. Yet one more advantage for the LCP II is the fact that the slide locks back on the final round fired to signal you are empty. CPX 2. Do you really know anything about pocket guns? Or did all those voters fly to Russia to test them out? Painful to shoot, yes, but thats what you get when the gun barely weighs more than the bullet it fires. I fell for the Pico hype. TTAG has some of the worst reviewers in history. I have 100s of rounds through both my kahrs with zero fails. Did they succeed? until you find a way to weed out braindead haters who vote based on their idiotic and unedumacated feelings all of your results will be skewed by gun store rednecks who dont know what the word ballistic even means. Its fun to shoot really, PS: visited the site again, feeling slightly guilty for harping on the polling validity-. .380 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) This ammunition round was first introduced by Colt back in 1908, to use in its new Colt Model 1908, which was a compact, hammerless semi-automatic pistol. Could not disagree more with the articles 3rd selection, namely, the SCCY Industries CPX-2 (not to be confused with its predecessor which had issues of which were acknowledged by the company and subsequently corrected). Yes, he and others are social media whizkids, but not firearm experts. I agree, the P3AT is my go to light carry gun. +1. It is my favorite except the 15 ounce weight makes it have more recoil than a typical 9mm. Five for sure and nobody can show otherwise. I love the Pico. I have shot the Pico with thousands of rounds and can honestly say I have Never had ONE single failure out of thousands of rounds. Well, Taurus only makes one gun that really meets the pocket pistol criteria set forth in the article. The stats of the survey may need to be expanded on as well but for the most part would not own any of the others either, just my opinion. And what sucks is I held off buying a 380 cause I really thought the Pico would be great. BATTLE OF THE RUGER .380S: LCP VS. LCP II. For College Campuses! They are kind of like the Nancy Pelosis in the outdoor industry. Did you give them Cyrillic numbers to rate with? The movie Gigli had the worst, lowest rating ever on IMDB, voted on by tens of thousands of people. The Pico is built like a tank. I called the factory and was accused of limp wristing. A local guy shot a home invader with a SCCY. The CPX-3 and CPX-4 is now available in 380 with less recoil. Sean, I cannot find documentation of John Lott having bought reviews on Amazon. (Though they have better triggers than the early LCPs, thats not enough), You should try mine. How anyone can actually report that a gun that has the build quality of the Pico is one of the worst is beyond me. These arent big enough vote pools anyway. Jimenez was one former name for Cobra also Loren was also a former name . We indicate sponsored content as such. Any kind of ammo. It is a small barrel gun NOT a target gun. Worked fine til the last shot on the second reload. One now has over 4,000 rounds of flawless ammo down range the other now over 1500 and have never broken a firing pin. .380 pocket pistols are traditionally difficult to fire for a number of reasons: in addition to the horrid trigger pulls like we just discussed, they also suffer from being extremely snappy due to their small size. They fall apart with any kink of volume down range. The CW380 sucks. Yes it did. Actually, the KelTec P11 is the same size, came first and holds two more rounds. Because they werent reliable? One thing that was not improved over the original LCP, however, is the sights. http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/ppk-left.jpg. So they added in where if you downvote something you must list at least one reason why. I doubt he even read the directions. I have a KAHR CM40 and a CW40 and for their intended purpose they are great. Hence why Hipoints explode when high pressure rounds are put in them or dont feed reliably when hollowpoints are used. The Hellcat II was cheap when purchased new, and you can find one used for around $100. capacity. Happy ending. Never jammed on me or on my daughter who went to the range with me. I do feel though that its a little too light for a 9mm caliber . Lol, it is more than obvious that John Hope does not have a clue about the Beretta Pico. I was glad not to see Kel Tac on the bottom list. Or the Kahr in there? Thats what made my wife choose a Sig P238, which I carry occasionally. I have been shooting pocket guns for years. I had huge issues with a Kahr, so they will never get my money again. Non shooters called me a liar that we could do it, but any bad guy within 30 yards is in great danger, even though it has been a long time. WebSmith & Wesson Model 500 is a five-shot, single action/double-action large caliber revolver produced by Smith & Wesson, firing the .500 S&W Magnum cartridge, a .50 caliber bullet. Kahr makes a lot of pocket guns, and several of them rate really well. You got to be a rookie. Funny mine have always worked. If there is what looks like an empty hole its uncocked. In contrast to this, the original LCP did not lock back on the final round. Sold it and picked up an LCP off a friend for $150. However, it is pricey and a bit bulkier than some of the others. One of the most MILD mannered pistols you can shoot in 380.They are Ultra reliable with all kinds of ammo. Ruger sells the LCP II with a neoprene pocket holster (which has the Ruger logo on it), and it actually works quite well. Maybe if there was an () in theremaybe that might work like Tpanga or Gnai or some such name. The take down lever is actually easy to use once get use to it. According to our peers, here are the six worst pocketguns, from less awful to worstest. Bottom line, a lifetime warranty isnt worth squat if they cant fix the problem and their only answer is to blame the customer. On the plus side, the SCCY has a lighter trigger than the Kel-Tec P11 (which may explain the problem), but the P11 always goes bang. From what I understand the early ones with the safety have issues compared to the later ones without a safety. And I didnt enjoy shooting my G27 until I got the extended base plates with additional capacity. An odd shaped frame that in my opinion they actually went too small on trying to outdo everyone to be the king of small in 380s. It works great if all it does is sit in your pocket. I dont know the story behind why but we can only guess. There really is NO WAY to know if the rating is based on a real, objective assessment of the firearm. ******SPONSORED CONTENT/PRODUCT PLACEMENT******. Why Beretta didnt copy the ergonomics on that is a mystery to me. The guy did a service to the gun community by creating this website and writing a cautionary article, and some assholes gotta focus on the self-promotion. You want an example of why internet polls are not representative? Yep and they give AKs a bad name with how terrible theirs are. I would love to meet you and show you what your are NOT talking about. anyone can vote on any gun whether they own or have even seen the gun in person. The PPK established a defining influence on the design of concealed carry firearms. No problem with the SCCY at all. Really it sounds like some pretty crappy customer service. A 380 is about as wide as a 9mm. However it is about 1/2 as powerful, 1/2 the weight and velocity. For a very long time 9mm was considered the rock When I hear someone put down the Pico, I know they do not shoot often. Also LCP. I just dont see the silent u in that. The .380 pistol which has the least recoil? Above, a Ruger, below a Browning 1911380 Without even looking at their spec sheets, we can guess that Web.380 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) was one of the many calibers created by legendary firearms designer John Browning, dating back to 1908. No aluminum. Wouldnt take much time for an employee or contractor of one of these manufacturers to buff up the ratings, or down rate a competitor. A recoil spring system that not only sucks, but lends the thing to have constant and regular jams and FTF and FTEs. Hellcat 380. COPYRIGHT 2021, THETRUTHABOUTGUNS.COM. No problems what so ever. This article was amateurishly conceived and executed, even if only judging by the hit-piece commentary on the SCCY. Ruger LCP II 3. It seems like the all metal euro pistols of yester-year beat the new models in spades. I dont see it. Though my CW380 was also unreliable and pinched my finger after firing. the problem with your rating site is that it is seriously flawed. Fan boys gotta fan boy, and critics gotta criticize. This crowdsourced data points arent perfect, but if a product gets a statistically significant number of votes, we get a pretty good idea of how it stacks up thanks to the wisdom-of-crowds phenomenon. Id have to disagree with the cpx2s place on the list even though the company had growing pains. I would think a pocket gun would be best kept in .380 or 9mm. I find that many pistols jam because of a defective magazine thats not feeding properly. Its definitely not perfect but it is far from the worst gun Ive owned. Recoil was worse on the 380 than the 9. http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/ppk-right.jpg and wrote the entire line off. Modular design, one of the easiest take downs in the history of guns, fantastic sights, easy to put on night sights without going to a Gun Smith. You do not get a small light pistol without trade offs. Also, I dont consider the CPX-2 to be a pocket pistol, nor should it be compared to some of the little single stack fluff-pieces the articles author referenced. Lol, I think he is a troll with other guns as well. The gun design has never worked well . And I have not shot one better then these in the same weight and AOL class. We both agreed, the TCP trigger was superior to the LCP. Suprised about the Kahr, Beretta, and Diamondback. either love or hate. My shooting buddy has an LCP. AND, NAA has first class warranty service. 8===D~. I some what question these results mainly because I own one of the guns on this list. I own two of them, and they have turned out to be the highest quality most reliable firearms I own. Designed to be smaller and more compact than the Nambu 14 for use by armored vehicle crewmen and pilots, the pistol had design Think he went through that with customer service Ill give ya the mag though. There is nothing copyrightable in those designs. Its not that the gun is too small, its that the trigger is much too close to the tiny grip. Considering the price point of the SCCY, its fit, finish and functionality is excellent. At first glance, Japans first semi-automatic pistol design resembles the iconic The Pico is one of the most mild shooting pocket guns you will ever shoot. It is also the only 10 shot 9mm you can find that is truly small enough to pocket carry. i cant effectively describe the feel of the action; except to say it was similar to dragging a cinder block up a gravel hill. Safe, small, and gives me some measure of security I wouldnt have without it. WebThe .380 Auto (ACP) Pistol is most often used for self-defense, and is a particularly good choice for concealed carry thanks to its small size. Encountered types on the old KT forums that whines like a little girl. His post show that he is just posting without knowledge of the firearms. Aside from the problems others have mentioned, the thing is slippery as hell. The gun works incredibly well if you use the recommend FMJ ammo as listed in the manual. Pointing a gun will not stop a thug. (2) You have no idea who the reviewers are and what their qualifications to rate a firearm areeven if they tell you. I use the site SlickGuns a lot to shop for deals and they ran into the same problem with upvotes and downvotes people vote something down just because they wouldnt personally buy it makes no difference if it is a good deal, good product, etc. I can do it blind folded. I posted a new post today regarding the nonsense by this author about the Pico. And a PPK has the solid feel of pure quality. you have to wear shorts with a tucked in shirt), the LCP II will be a great option. Regardless of your take on user ratings, I think you can safely ignore the bottom six guns and not worry about missing out on much. It was his first time shooting it (or any gun) ever. Overall, the trigger on the LCP II makes it infinitely easier to shoot than the original LCP. This is NOT a target gun. The double 1911 also has ratings. People cant make crap up in their comments? And with 38 other semi-auto pocketguns to choose from, why risk it? In fact, reading them, even with comments, is quite nearly a waste of time. Yea, guns like Diamondback, Jiminez, Lorcen, High Point and so forth have always had poor reputations, but guns like SCCY and the now Springfield Armory XD were initially poo pooed but turn out to be good guns Therefore, if you want the slide to lock back, you need to use the magazines that were made specifically for the LCP II. The warranty cant be beat. Funny. And of course, they criticize all the brands that dont advertise with them. The CPX-2 fails to fully eject one shell per magazine. And I dont know why Keltec lets Ruger & SCCY(and the defunct hellcat) slavishly copy their designs. Stainless steel throughout the gun. they gladly took it back and said the Cobra .380 was selling like hotcakes. You get two shots, a single-action-only When he says the People have spoken who the heck is that? However it is not any where near the build quality of the Beretta Pico. I put the new glock style slide release on mine and it is a little slimmer now. This article was total BS. What really won me over was the quality and operation, even on the bargain CM. Trash. Types Of .380 Pistols Subcompact vs Micro-Compact Single-Stack vs Double-Stack Magazines What Should You Look for in a I have thousands of rounds through the Picos and trust me, they hold up like the tank they are. Does this guy have any gun expertise? Keep up the good work Jed, and thanks for the article. Taurus TCP voted best value-best overall 380 was Kahr p380-MUCH more expensive. Zero malfunctions in 300 rounds including pocket lint coverings. It has the stopping power necessary to approach a threat, while still maintaining the size required for comfortable everyday carry. I know I hated my PF9 and would NEVER EVER buy any Keltec pistol again. I understand its not for everyone but its a good quality firearm with excellent customer service. Wanted to check to see if my comments really apply to your site, and it looks like your server is in melt-down. IO stopped making them and moved to Florida. I owned a SCCY CPX-2 (notice the past tense). The spreadsheet seems flawed to me. It is not some junker throwaway, but a solid, well machined piece with a heavy but smooth DAO trigger which emulates a DA revolver, by design and makes the piece perhaps a bit more safely carried and handled for many that may feel uncomfortable with a light, short pull SA. He talks about having to yank the Mag. Its pretty clear why. Go to Genitron and compare.And very little muzzle flip. So the recoil is stout. If its good Ill spread the word. Forget about dropping the mag with the shooting hand, cause it aint happening. I have put about 2000 rounds through them 100% reliable so far. The DAO trigger is long but is consistent and smooth. For those of you looking specifically for a concealed carry pistol, hold off on buying a Glock just yet. Try the Sig P938 If you are truly carrying for protection you dont mind the Sig Price if your life is on the line and the P938 shoots like a minature 1911 Love mine and have had several friends buy them after shooting my P938 SAS. Basically I hate these guns because I hate these guns, and you should too because I do. This is the closest I have ever been to accusing TTAG of pandering to the highest advertising contributors (i. e. not a SINGLE Taurus gun on here? The CM9 is a great gun. . Or do you just sit around Mommies basement pretending to be a gun commando? Expand your opinion to something legitimate and/or constructive with first hand knowledge. WebThe Roughneck series of derringers are similar in appearance to the well-known Bond Arms Backup models, but are more affordable. There are two primary uses for the LCP II: concealed carry and/or as a back-up pistol. The Pico is a great gun. Simple the heaviest with the most complicated recoil driven action. That being said my 9yr old daughter has no issue with 380 recoil in a 12ounce g Also you gotta test the ammo you intend to use. Most often the issue is people dry firing, or using hollowpoints. i used to own a keltec p11. Im guessing a .40 S&W round is just too unpleasant to shoot in this uber lightweight polymer-framed pocket gun. Did you ever lubricate the gun, or did you just load it and shoot it? Beretta did a fine job on the Pocket Pistol. Baby glocks seem like an attractive option as at least they have a somewhat normal trigger w/ a normal length of pull. Not sure why the Sccy is on this list, I own a cpx2 and its great! The trigger guard on the LCP has also been enlarged in order to accommodate a gloved finger without risking pulling the trigger. I appreciate the review. I had an occasional ejection glitch in mine when I first got it, but the company paid to have it shipped back to them for adjustment, and the piece hasnt hiccupped a single time, since. Worst Guns Ever Nambu: The Nambu is one of the worst pistols ever designed. AMEN . I dont know if I should believe anything guns3x has to say, he is clearly insane. Im about to order some more. You find that to be an effective way to make friends and influence people? It is my bicycle gun. The trigger pull on the LCP II most closely resembles the trigger on larger striker fired polymer pistols such as the Glock. My other gun is a Beretta PX4. Or had a bad exp. It covers the trigger guard of the pistol and has a hook and sticky material to stay secure in your pocket so it is easy to draw the pistol from your pocket without bringing the holster with it. Sure, I can see how many people liked or didnt like a firearm, but more important than that is the REASON they voted the way they did. The only thing about that bill is that allows those in a govt approved marksmenship program to buy them first. I really get the feeling you know little about the Pico. The list is pretty laughable, though, because drawing conclusions from such a tiny sample of unvetted ratings is deeply, deeply flawed. George have you tried a different ammo brand? But, in real life event, the trigger want matter. And they didnt offer to just replace the thing, which is what I would do rather than leaving a dissatisfied customer wholl then post a comment like this on the internet. You really missed this one. Do you perhaps have a very early one? 72 people have given the Arsenal Strike 1 a mediocre rating. Otherwise a worthy imitator of the abandoned Walther PPK. Obvious, one writers bias, trying to get internet rookies to bash guns most have never shot nor even understand. In a fight you wont notice it. I broke the firing pin on the first day. like any gun it can have its issues so can the SCCY but if you really look at it, compact light and There is an author named John Lott, who became a best seller from an unknown very quickly by doing exactly that. Recently we exchanged and shot each others weapon, I have a Taurus LCP 380. The Kahr is an excellent unit and I have years of experience with them over Tens of Thousands of rounds fired. Ruger LCR Pistol Ruger LCR Ruger LCR .357 Mag. Its manageable. No thanks. The reason the trigger pull is lighter is because it is a SA trigger versus the DA trigger on the original LCP. The Sccy gets a 4.3 rating and it stinks? And of course not break down like they do with high volume shooting. How many times does anyone complain about a bad trigger in a self defense situation? Mild. its a good resource with a lot of basic info on a LOT of handguns, a good start for anyone looking at a first gun, for example, or a second, for that matter. .380 pocket pistols are incredibly easy to conceal, and this is what is largely attributed to their long time popularity in the United States. Ill definitely be checking it out. The guns with the lower number of people voting are probably irrelevant no matter what their scores are. That thing is a freaking beast of a gun in terms of durability (yes, I have seen torture tests of it). 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