Ruger LCP Trigger "Pain"

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I received my long awaited Ruger LCP earlier this week and took it to the range for the first time today. I love the concealability of the LCP. It's a fantastic weapon. However, I have a question. After 14 rounds, I retired the LCP back to my pocket and shot my High Standard Sharpshooter (Hamden, Conn. lineage) the rest of the day. The reason????? Pulling the trigger on the LCP is very painful to my trigger finger. It feels as if it's cutting into the finger "pad". It also on occasion, pinches the finger between the trigger and lower trigger guard. Has anyone else experienced this or am I just an old 70 year old Pansy?? I've searched this site and also Google for a possible "pad" to place over pistol triggers but to no avail.........any suggestions? I've considered slipping a short piece of clear plastic hose similar to those used in lawn mower gas lines over the trigger but not sure how feasible that would be.
 
Interestingly my Kel-tec did the same thing with me. I got a Pearce extension for the mag and it helps a lot. Keeps the trigger guard from hitting the fingers so much.
 
I do not have the LCP but I do have a P3-AT.
I took a very sharp knife and did some work to the face of my trigger and that helped some.
Some folks like a trigger shoe but I personally do not care for them.
Also some folks have shortened the trigger by about an eighth of an inch or so to give more room for the finger so it won't get pinched.
Good luck and let us know what you do to it.
 
most pocket guns are not designed to be comfortable... but a trigger shoe would help a bit...

i can tell you right now however the biggest issue you will have with your lcp is that ruger copied the wrong kel tec.... they used the original kel tec extractor design (that was not very reliable hence kel tec redesigning the extractor)

you will probably see ruger redesign it as well in a year or 2...

however the kel tec grip is more ergonomic than the kel tec and a bit more comfy, but it is also heavier empty than a loaded kel tec...
 
I shot 100 rounds thru mine and my main problem was my finger slips off the end of the magazine and after 100 rounds it's sore.
I did just get my finger extention and will try it in a few weeks
 
Meanwhile, back on the range, a little dremel work on the sharp edges and/or the overall length of the trigger might make a difference for your hand. If you aren't comfortable doing it yourself, a quick trip to your local 'smith should quickly provide the benefits you are seeking with your new Ruger. Good luck.
 
To those of you who stayed with the original question, my sincere thanks. You certainly gave me some ideas to consider. In the meantime I love the LCP. Carrying in a DeSantis Nemesis (sp?) and hardly know that it's there. By the way, I've owned four Ruger pistols over the years and all were excellent performers.
 
At the range a bandaid will work. In a self-defense situation you won't be worrying about your finger, believe me!

Make sure the trigger and the inside of trigger guard are smooth, apply a little sandpaper if not.
A finger extension for the magazine may also help.
Also a slip-on grip may help.
Try holding the trigger back a bit longer before releasing so the front of the trigger guard doesn't slap your finger as much during recoil.

Check here http://www.ktog.org/cgi-bin/yabb2/YaBB.pl?board=104 for a lot of great info on the Kel-Tec P-3AT - the LCP is almost a direct copy.

Bobo
 
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I have made a modification to my LCP with Quicksteel. It is an epoxy putty available at most auto parts stores. My modification solves 2 problems with Ruger's trigger design flaw. First, it eliminates pinching from the trigger by changing the angle of the trigger at full pull. Especially with a Crimson trace laser attached. Second, it adds a few millimeters of length to the trigger reducing how far the trigger needs to be pulled in order to fire. My relatively large hands struggled to fully pull the trigger on such a small pistol. Ruger could easily design a new trigger if they desired. I believe most people would pay for such an alteration. Please see the pictures that show the trigger when relaxed and at full pull.
http://picasaweb.google.com/ACloserLookLLC2/LCPTrigger?authkey=Gv1sRgCILQgb-O4dDnmQE&feat=directlink
 
Does a Trigger shoe have to be made to fit a certain trigger or is this a 'universal' thing. Why wouldn't you want one on a CCW?
as you can tell I don't know muck about them....
 
I can't read rmfnla's mind, so I don't know his objection to trigger shoes. My concern would be that a wider trigger profile on a pistol without a manual safety could increase the potential for a negligent discharge if the shoe catches on the holster or pocket. He may have other reasons for not wanting a shoe on any defensive pistol. Be nice to know.
 
First and foremost, the LCP is not a range gun. It's a very small, very light self defense gun. I'd say there was no intention of shooting this gun for extended periods.
That stiff trigger is the only "safety" on this little weapon. Personally, I prefer that type of trigger.
As far as Old Codger's complaint...He does need to get 20-30 rounds through it each range session to get his finger muscles built up and used to the trigger.

Good Luck, Old Codger...
 
I loved the LCP until I shot it at the range and I instantly hated it. Bought the Sig P238 the instant I fiddled with it in the local gun store and love it. What a joy to shoot, especially for a pocket pistol. Would never consider a KelTec or LCP at this point.

Sam
 
This does happen sometimes with little guns. My own Kahr PM9 - a larger, heavier gun than the LCP - tends to rub and abrade my finger along the bottom of the trigger guard. I've never shot a LCP, but if you can determine what part(s) of the gun pinch or abrade, you might be able to trim some plastic away from the offending parts of the trigger guard. The trigger itself is a little harder, but perhaps its cross section could be rounded and polished. Keep in mind that if you modify the gun and then at some future date send it to Ruger for repair, this will cause problems.
 
get some electrical shrink tube at your local hardware store. Get the size that slides over the trigger and shrink it tight with a hair dryer.
 
I have found my lcp to be really painful on my trigger finger also, but the person who posted the QuickSteel photos has the answer.

And NO, you are not a 70 year old pansy. I'm 59 and approaching "middle age" and as a young whippersnapper I can tell you with assurance that you are not the only person with this problem. Mine got worse after I added the laser grip..

It's the most painful gun I have had the pleasure to shoot. It should be the near the bottom of my list. My 327 mag with full loads is a pleasure compared with my LCP.
 
..... but the person who posted the QuickSteel photos has the answer.
Click to expand...

From the looks of it, a good compromise if you have a skinny first digit. Stubby fingers like mine wouldn't cut the mustard.
 
The LCP has some trigger slap, or more accurately, trigger guard slap. It's not a fun pistol to put a lot of rounds through. That said, I have put 50 through mine on at least three occasions.
It's the most painful gun I have had the pleasure to shoot
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Try an S&W 340/360 with .357 Mag rounds. It's about 20x worse. :)
 
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