just bought an LCP
I just bought an LCP yesterday. I paid $400 for it, which is high, but other shops had a long and distinguished waiting list, so i snatched it when i found it. I also picked up an extra magazine.
Out of the box, i fired 50 rounds through it with no problem. I noticed a lot of factory grease/oil, but figured i'd give it a go anyways. I had no problems shooting the gun. Compared to 9mm and .40s I have shot, the recoil is nil. If you think this gun has a lot of recoil, perhaps you should carry a bow and arrow for protection. 380 is a smaller round, but i found i could keep the gun on target much easier. at 20 yards most rounds were center mass, with the only exceptions being a few rounds off center when i fired a magazine quickly just to see if i could keep it on point.
The gun is compact & light - but just big enough to not feel like i am going to shoot my fingers off. with a $10 magazine grip attachment, i could comfortably fit my middle and ring finger around the grip with my pinky hanging.
I then took it home and cleaned it. it needed a thorough cleaning to remove the factory grease, but after about 20 minutes it was looking good. Why is it such a big deal that you need a flathead screwdriver to take it down? It's not.
On to concealment - this gun can't be beat. I have a larger handgun that many have recommended for concealment, but i've found that in hot weather, i left the big gun at home because it just doesn't conceal well enough and is a burden to carry. not so with the LCP. with a IWB holster, unless i took my shirt off and pointed to my hip, the average person would have no idea it's there. very comfortable.
Pros: Concealment, reliability, weight, accuracy
Cons: Magazine release sticks just a bit and you need to hold the release in when the magazine is being inserted or removed. I have read many people critical of the sights. i don't understand that, the sights work perfectly well for close range. are these same people trying to hit and elk at 600yds or the guy who is kicking in your front door? if your target is too far away for these sights, then you have ample opportunity to escape to safety.
I think it's a great gun.
One question i have: does anyone have any insight into how many rounds can go through this gun before it gets worn out? i read 15k rounds somewhere, looking for some more opinion.
Thanks,