Rocketmedic
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Title says it all. Is there a reason to get an LCP if I already have a TCP?
If your TCP works, no.Title says it all. Is there a reason to get an LCP if I already have a TCP?
The TCP trigger pull is worse than the LCP (though both are kinda bad). TCP has double-strike capability.
Other than that they're very similar. While I've handled a TCP I don't own one - I do have it's slightly bigger brothers the 709 Slim and PT-111 G2. I also have a Gen1 LCP. I can't speak to the reliability of the TCP specifically but my other Taurus guns have never had an issue - nor has my LCP.
If your TCP is functioning properly I'd not bother with either buying or trading for an LCP.
The TCP's sear is copied from the old Kel-Tec, while the LCP is copied from the new Kel-Tec. The TCP can leave you with a dead trigger if you short-stroke the reset. Dunno why Taurus didn't pull a Ruger and just copy the improved version.
. . . TCP . . . most definitely does not have restrike capability.
TCP has double-strike capability.