memphisjim
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yes the lcp isnt a range toy but its dependable and tiny
LCP painful to shoot
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doc540
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We own them, so here's a couple of suggestions
1. physically - pad or wrap the grip
2. mentally - when practicing don't just stand there and punch paper, imagine you're all that stands between a predator and your family.
Make each shot have purpose.
Intention can overcome a lot of perceived discomfort.
1. physically - pad or wrap the grip
2. mentally - when practicing don't just stand there and punch paper, imagine you're all that stands between a predator and your family.
Make each shot have purpose.
Intention can overcome a lot of perceived discomfort.
Jeffk49738
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Sell it and get a BG 380
Sell it and get a BG 380
BADUNAME37
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My LCP is so reliable, I have shot about fifteen to twenty different bullet, load, powder combinations and probably well over 400 rounds through mine and the gun has not hiccupped once.
If you want a great conceal gun that is reliable, go for the LCP. I spent more on that gun than some competitor's guns, and I like mine better, the overall fit and finish I felt was much better than the competition.
If you have an elephant rifle, you would shoot it on occasion. The same if you had a .50 bolt action rifle. So, the LCP you shoot and stop BEFORE the pain, not after you have blisters, bleeding fingers, etc. :banghead:
I don't see any problem in having a gun that I only shoot on occasion and don't shoot all day. If I want to shoot all day I will use a 22 target pistol.
If you want a great conceal gun that is reliable, go for the LCP. I spent more on that gun than some competitor's guns, and I like mine better, the overall fit and finish I felt was much better than the competition.
If you have an elephant rifle, you would shoot it on occasion. The same if you had a .50 bolt action rifle. So, the LCP you shoot and stop BEFORE the pain, not after you have blisters, bleeding fingers, etc. :banghead:
I don't see any problem in having a gun that I only shoot on occasion and don't shoot all day. If I want to shoot all day I will use a 22 target pistol.
dcarch
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The LCP bites my finger too. That's why I went with a Sig 238. You may want to look at the 238. It's a great gun for your money!
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Not a bad idea with the slip on grips. That never occurred to me.
I think i may go with the hogue just because of the finger groove. Awesome suggestion Ben86
The "New" Hogue Handall Grip is not yet out. I ordered one back in early January, and paid for it with Paypal. I got an email from them a week later advising that they were not quite ready to begin shipping them yet, but they expected to start around the first of February. Today was the 14th, and I called them, and they still are not shipping. I was going to cancel the order and ask for a refund, but they said they would likely ship by next week.
Also, I had heard that the LCP's were painful to shoot, and was hesitant to buy one because of this. I stumbled into a new unfired one for $229 and I am glad I bought it. I ordered the Hogue grip before I fired the gun. I found I dont really need it. The gun is very comfortable for me to shoot. I put 150 rounds through it the first outing. I love it.
I have found that the opening in the frame that the trigger sits in will pinch the top of your finger, if you put your fingertip too high up the trigger. Plus there is a sharp ledge on the uppermost part of the trigger that you cannot see till you pull the trigger back. It too will cause pain to your finger. Try shooting with your finger all the way down at the tip of the trigger. That should make the little gun comfortable to shoot, plus putting your finger tip at the bottom of the trigger gives more leverage for a smoother pull.
I have a P3AT and a S&W 638 for pocket carry, the 380 just isn't fun to shoot a lot, I still generally run 4 magazines through it every week. My 638 can be a real stinger with some loads but with 158gr wad-cutters from BVAC it's quite pleasant and accurate enough to be fun.
I practice point shooting only with the 380, I actually get much better groups just pointing it than I do using the sights! I sometimes switch to a different gun after a mag through the 380 just to give my hand a break. Whatever you decide to do, don't push it to the point of developing a flinch.
I practice point shooting only with the 380, I actually get much better groups just pointing it than I do using the sights! I sometimes switch to a different gun after a mag through the 380 just to give my hand a break. Whatever you decide to do, don't push it to the point of developing a flinch.
NMGonzo
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I have really big hands and I had no problems with my kel tec.
Shooting one handed, using the meat of my finger tip to pull and gripping hard on the pinky.
A also use a bersa thunder magazine plate on the kel tec mags for pinkie extension
the 13# wolff recoil spring set has made a tremendous different. I shot 100 rounds out of it yesterday and could have kept going.
I also spoke with a CS rep about the hogue handall for the LCP and she said that i would likely receive mine in the early part of March.
But for those of you who actually want to practice and have it not be painful, spend the 8$ and get the 12# or 13# spring set from wolff. It is 100% enjoyable to shoot now and it is still light enough that i can rack the slide with no problems.
I also spoke with a CS rep about the hogue handall for the LCP and she said that i would likely receive mine in the early part of March.
But for those of you who actually want to practice and have it not be painful, spend the 8$ and get the 12# or 13# spring set from wolff. It is 100% enjoyable to shoot now and it is still light enough that i can rack the slide with no problems.
wow6599
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My LCP is just as easy to shoot as any other small CCW, but then again recoil has never bothered me from any gun - and no, I'm not a "tough guy"............recoil just isn't an issue for me.
The only gun I have ever owned (past tense) that I would not use past 7 yards is a Kel-Tec P-11.........worst trigger of all time.
The only gun I have ever owned (past tense) that I would not use past 7 yards is a Kel-Tec P-11.........worst trigger of all time.
I shoot mine with the trigger resting between the first two knuckles of my finger. If I used my finger tip, the upper part of my hand pulls away from contact with the grip. I thought I'd have trouble with my long fingers on this gun but I was amazed how controllable it is under rapid fire at 7 yards.
ok Here is my opinion. I carry a LCP when I cant carry something else. A friend of mine calls it a get off me gun. It works at a short distance, to make someone get off me. I dont believe it is a range/plinking gun. Yep its a pain to shoot, but when you are scared and I dont believe it is going to make a difference. The best advice is work it enough to be comfortable, stop before the pain starts. What you carry must fit with who and what you are. My hand fits the LCP, and I can conceal it well. During the winter I carry a larger gun, summer brings the LCP.
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I hate to repeat myself, but get a weightlifter's glove, and it will solve the problem of multiple firings with hard hitting little pistols... LCP's included. If you're shooting it for self defense, you'll never notice the sting, and if you're shooting at the range, you'll feel every one unless you "pad up"... but the weightlifter's glove is the ticket if you really want to burn some rounds and learn to shoot the little bugger.
You can try half a dozen other options, but if you try the weightlifter's glove, you'll solve the problem without tinkering around with the gun. If you have to shoot somebody in self defense, you'll never even think about how much it stings to shoot.
This solution works with Kel-Tecs, Diamonbacks, LCP's... just about any make or model of tiny little pistol with a big bullet whomp... it might even encourage you to buy some other models once you make them comfortable to shoot...
WT
You can try half a dozen other options, but if you try the weightlifter's glove, you'll solve the problem without tinkering around with the gun. If you have to shoot somebody in self defense, you'll never even think about how much it stings to shoot.
This solution works with Kel-Tecs, Diamonbacks, LCP's... just about any make or model of tiny little pistol with a big bullet whomp... it might even encourage you to buy some other models once you make them comfortable to shoot...
WT
omu
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I agree with the 238 recs.
I had an LCP that KILLED my hand when I shot it. My solution? As soon as I saw Sig had the 238 I traded my LCP in on one with night sights and two tone.
I've shot my 238 numerous times, over 100 shots per session, and I swear it's SOOOOOOOO much nicer! I used to cringe after a couple magazines with the LCP. Now the only thing stopping me from shooting more is that I run out of ammo! Well, that and my husband wants the shooting lane too. Darn him!
I had an LCP that KILLED my hand when I shot it. My solution? As soon as I saw Sig had the 238 I traded my LCP in on one with night sights and two tone.
I've shot my 238 numerous times, over 100 shots per session, and I swear it's SOOOOOOOO much nicer! I used to cringe after a couple magazines with the LCP. Now the only thing stopping me from shooting more is that I run out of ammo! Well, that and my husband wants the shooting lane too. Darn him!
Yes I will agree with you that those little poly guns are not the easiest to shoot. That being said some of the responses on this thread really got me thinking about how I hold my guns.
I hold them the way I do because that grip is natural, comfortable, and accurate for me. I won't change my functional and comfortable grip to accommodate a piece of equipment. The last thing I want to worry about when some thug is trying to get the upper hand on me is how I be gripping my pistol that is different from anything else I shoot.
I personally would rather try another piece of equipment or a modification to the equipment that is the problem. A different firearm is one approach we all know there are a plethora of pocket 380s all within the same size as the LCP. Slip on grips etc are also options. Your solution is going to be totally dependent on your budget and wants.
I hold them the way I do because that grip is natural, comfortable, and accurate for me. I won't change my functional and comfortable grip to accommodate a piece of equipment. The last thing I want to worry about when some thug is trying to get the upper hand on me is how I be gripping my pistol that is different from anything else I shoot.
I personally would rather try another piece of equipment or a modification to the equipment that is the problem. A different firearm is one approach we all know there are a plethora of pocket 380s all within the same size as the LCP. Slip on grips etc are also options. Your solution is going to be totally dependent on your budget and wants.
I tried this once, and stopped when I realized that the gun feels much different in my hand with gloves on than bare handed. For me this is a problem because I hardly ever wear gloves and I believe that having a uniform feel to the gun is important when trying to develop skill with it. I want it to feel the same even if I'm just practicing, or in a fight for my life. I want my hand to recognize it.
The sig p238 does have way less recoil, and that is mostly because of its wider grip; larger size; meaning: not as concealable and still a trade off. My father has one and loves it, but I'll stick with my even more concealable LCP.
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That's why I will be settling with the Kahr P380.
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