Description
The Ruger LCP 380 ACP is a pistol chambered in 380 ACP with a 2.75-inch barrel and a 6+1 capacity. This version has a Black Oxide barrel, a Turquoise Cerakote, High Performance, Glass-Filled Nylon grip frame, and a Black Oxide slide.
Ruger LCP 380 ACP Overview
The Ruger LCP is one of the original ultra-compact .380 pocket pistols, small and light enough to carry in a pocket holster nearly anywhere.
Design and Features
This configuration has a 2.75-inch barrel and a 6-round capacity. It comes with a Black Oxide barrel, a Turquoise Cerakote, High Performance, Glass-Filled Nylon grip frame, and a Black Oxide slide. It weighs about 9.6 oz. with an overall length of 5.16″.
Handling and Carry
Pocket pistols are about convenience: always carry it in a holster that covers the trigger, and practice regularly, because short sight radius and light weight make small guns harder to shoot well.
Trigger and Controls
It uses a double-action-only trigger with a long, smooth pull that adds a margin of safety in pocket carry. The slide lock holds the slide open after the last round on most current versions.
Sights and Optics
The factory sights give a clear, quick sight picture, and the optic-ready slide lets you add a red dot whenever you are ready.
The 380 ACP Cartridge
The 380 ACP offers a good balance of power, accuracy, and recoil for its intended use.
Setup and Accessories
A good holster is the most important accessory for any carry pistol. Choose one that covers the trigger guard completely and holds the gun securely, then add a sturdy gun belt, spare magazines, and a weapon light if the frame has a rail. Practice drawing and reloading with an unloaded gun until it feels natural.
Ownership Tips
Read the owner manual fully before your first range trip, and keep the manual, box, and receipt with your records for warranty service and resale. Unload the pistol and confirm it is empty before cleaning. Field-strip it according to the owner manual, scrub the bore with a brush and patches, and wipe carbon from the breech face and slide rails. Apply a light coat of quality gun oil to the contact points, and wipe the exterior with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
State Laws
Magazine capacity limits, feature restrictions, and transfer rules vary by state and locality. Check your local laws before ordering, and ask your receiving dealer if you are unsure whether this configuration is legal where you live.
Ordering and Transfer
When you order a firearm from MAG5 Firearms, we ship it to the licensed dealer you choose. Your dealer completes the ATF Form 4473 and the background check, and may charge a transfer fee. Local buyers can complete the transfer at our shop. Bring a valid ID, and check your state waiting period before you plan a hunt or a range trip.
Safe Storage
Store the firearm unloaded in a locked safe or case, with ammunition kept separately. A cable lock or trigger lock is a good backup, especially in a home with children or visitors. Keep the original box and paperwork, and record the serial number in a safe place in case the gun is ever lost or stolen.
Specifications
- Model: Ruger LCP Centerfire Pistol
- Model Number: 3746
- Caliber: 380 Auto
- Capacity: 6+1
- Barrel Length: 2.75″
- Barrel Finish: Black Oxide
- Barrel Material: Alloy Steel
- Twist: 1:16″ RH
- Grip Frame: Turquoise Cerakote, High Performance, Glass-Filled Nylon
- Slide Material: Alloy Steel
- Slide Finish: Black Oxide
- Sights: Integral
- Overall Length: 5.16″
- Height: 3.60″
- Width: 0.82″
- Weight: 9.6 oz.
- UPC: 736676037469
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun purchases to go through a licensed dealer, and buyers must be 21 or older to buy a handgun from a dealer. We ship to the FFL dealer of your choice, and your dealer handles the background check and transfer.
Who It Is For
The Ruger LCP 380 ACP is a great fit for concealed carriers, home defenders, and range shooters who want a dependable pistol from Ruger.
Buy the Ruger LCP 380 ACP at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Ruger LCP 380 ACP online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Ruger.
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