S/W Bodyguard 38

[S&W M&P 9 PRO]

Anybody have the new S/W Bodyguard 38?
What is you opinion of this gun.
I ask because I'm looking for a small revolver to carry.

Thanks

 

[Squirrel Dog]

Good question! I was wondering the same thing.

 

[geronimojoe85]

I like mine. I'm still on the fence about the laser but I like it better than the LCR because of the grip.

 

[bikeman]

I also have one and love it. I was carrying a S&W 637 and the double action trigger pull on the bodyguard is 1/2 that of the 637. The trigger breaks about 6 pounds on bodyguard and smooth. I'm left handed and have had to modify my holsters to fit the laser. Ergonomics are good. The wrench that you use to adjust the laser is tiny....I mean tiny. I e-mailed S&W to get a replacement and they sent it no charge. Mine did not come with directions for sighting in the laser but it's pretty straight forward. It only takes a small turn to make a big point of aim adjustment. As a matter of fact it didn't have any information about the lasers. All in all I like it. One final thing you cannot see the laser at all during the day light.

 

[M67]

I've handled it quite a bit, it's a nice little gun. Designed very well but it's different having the cylider lock on the top instead on the side, but being on top is an advantage and makes it a better pocket gun.

 

[peloe16]

lats show i went to i saw one of these for the first time. i had to visit the table 4 times before i left. it was pretty cool. i wouldnt mind getting one.

 

[8th SPS USAF]

SW bodyguard 38

From what DOR said that SW does not want you to open it up to clean
and lube? The grip in not "J" frame, so you can't put wood grips on it. I like the cyl release on the back strap.

 

[drobpk]

My wife has a S&W 442, which is basically the same without the sights. A guy I know bought the 442 for his wife, but instead of the Bodyguard, he bought the Crimson Laser Grips. His wife loves the gun. My wife does also.

 

[Spot Me 2]

My wife has one as her carry gun. I like it although the grip is a little small for bigger hands. The laser is difficult to turn on quickly. Overall it is a great gun!

 

[NickL45]

I have never shot the bodyguard, but I have handled one quite a bit. It just never felt "right" in my hand and I couldn't get used to the laser and cylinder release.

I have a LCR and REALLY like it.