Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs DB380 P-3AT LCP TCP P380 P238

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 31, 2013

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 Pocket Pistol Comparison DB380 P380 P3AT LCP P238 TCP img3

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 pocket pistol size comparison should help you judge it’s size compared to the other .380 ACP pocket pistols on the market.

Before we get started I believe it is important for us to put an “*” next to the Bodyguard 380 because it offers features that the others do not offer. The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 is the only pistol in this comparison that comes with a factory installed laser on the base model, or in this case the only model.

With the laser option the price of $399 is really a bargain! MSRP of the Bodyguard is only $26 more than the Ruger LCP. If you know of a $26 laser for the LCP “without duct taping a laser pointer to it” let us know!

Diamondback DB380 vs P-3AT LCP TCP P380 P238 Bodyguard 380 Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 30, 2013

380 Pocket Pistol Size Comparison DB380 P380 P3AT LCP P238 Bodyguard 380 TCP

The Diamondback DB380 vs P-3AT LCP TCP P380 P238 Bodyguard 380 pocket pistol size comparison images are rendered in two pieces. The first and second images both align the guns on the back and bottom with the x and y axis. We simply created two images to try split up the number of pistols in an attempt to avoid some of the clutter.

If you are looking to buy the Diamondback DB380 this size comparison may help you out. The Diamondback DB380 .380 ACP pocket pistol is made in the USA more specifically Florida. It’s MSRP pricing is also right in line with it’s peers. The five cheapest we have listed are between $318-$430. The Sig Sauer P238 and the Kahr P380 cost quite a bit more than their peers. The Diamondback DB380 has a weight that is also competitive with it’s peers.

Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan vs Smith & Wesson Governor Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 30, 2013

The Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan vs Smith & Wesson Governor revolver size comparison image is rendered with the forward portion of the trigger guard and the base of the actual triggers aligned.

For quite awhile we had a desire to create an image comparison of the Ruger Alaskan with other revolvers. So for the first comparison we put the Ruger Alaskan with the Smith & Wesson Governor.

Even though the Ruger Alaskan comes in noticeably shorter than the S&W Governor, it weighs quite a bit more. To be exact it weights 15.4 ounces more, which is just over 50% of the Governor’s total weight of 29.6 ounces.

Remember, the Alaskan is capable of dropping a Grizzly Bear so the comfort it affords you in bear country more than makes up for any discomfort created by it’s extra weight. On top of that the extra weight helps to steady the recoil of the Alaskan.

S&W Bodyguard 380 vs Taurus TCP Pocket Pistol Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 26, 2013

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs Taurus TCP Pocket Pistol Comparison

The S&W Bodyguard 380 vs Taurus TCP .380 ACP pocket pistol size comparison image is rendered with the triggers aligned. These two are nearly identical especially when you take into account the space that the Bodyguard’s laser takes up.

The overall length of the two is exactly 5.25 inches each and a capacity of 6+1. The weight difference is only an additional 1.65 ounces on the Bodyguard 380 and that is probably what the laser weighs.

From this information it would be safe to say that if the TCP had a laser, these two .380 ACP pocket pistols would possibly have identicle specifications.

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs Sig Sauer P238 Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 26, 2013

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs Sig Sauer P238 .380 ACP Pistol Comparison

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs Sig Sauer P238 .380 ACP pistol size comparison image is rendered with the butt of the two pistols lined up.

You will notice that the Sig P238 is slightly longer than the S&W, by a quarter of an inch. The Sig is also a bit heavier than the Bodyguard. It adds an additional 3.35 ounces to the Smith & Wesson’s 11.85 ounces for a total of 15.2 ounces for the P238.

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs Ruger LCP Pistol Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 25, 2013

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs Ruger LCP pistol size comparison image is rendered with the triggers aligned. Two things to remember while looking at the difference in size is that the Bodyguard 380 has both a laser and finger extension. Both of these guns are .380 ACP pocket pistols with the same capacity of 6+1. Also, the weight difference between the two is due to the laser that we mentioned above.

S&W Bodyguard 380 vs Kel-Tec P-3AT Pistol Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 25, 2013

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs Kel-Tec P-3AT Pistol Comparison

The S&W Bodyguard 380 vs Kel-Tec P-3AT pistol size comparison image is rendered with the triggers aligned. The image shows that the Kel-Tec is a bit smaller in size than the Bodyguard. However, you should keep in mind that the Bodyguard has the laser that takes up some space as well as the finger extension on the magazine.

S&W Bodyguard 380 vs Kahr P380 Pistol Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 25, 2013

Smith Wesson Bodyguard 380 Pistol vs Kahr P380 Pistol

The S&W Bodyguard 380 vs Kahr P380 pistol size comparison image is rendered with the triggers aligned. Both of these .380 ACP Pocket Pistols are great firearms. They are easily concealed and high quality guns.

For a lot of us price plays a big part in our purchase decisions, especially when both firearms are good quality. It’s not as if one of these is significantly better or worse than the other. With that in mind there is a good chance that you will purchase the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard. However, if price is not a major factor for you then we recommend you get to your shop and see how the two pistols feel in your hand.

We have mentioned before that our love of the customer service and warranty through S&W makes us a bit biased, but it’s hard to go wrong with either pistol here.

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs 38 Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 25, 2013

Smith & Wesson Bodyguard .380 ACP Pistol vs .38 Revolver

The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 vs 38 size comparison image is rendered with the triggers aligned. The Bodyguard line of firearms through Smith & Wesson was created with a specific focus on concealed carry. We think the most interesting concept behind the Bodyguard is the fact that you can choose between a revolver and semi-auto pistol and still get the similar features focused towards every day carry.

Smith & Wesson Governor vs Bodyguard 38 Revolver

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 24, 2013

The Smith & Wesson Governor vs Bodyguard 38 revolver size comparison image was created with the triggers aligned. The two revolvers are both great firearms, but serve different purposes.

The Governor is a very good defense option, but it’s size is not exactly what we would call ideal for concealed carry. If you are looking for a concealed carry option, well Smith & Wesson designed the Bodyguard for that exact purpose.

Smith & Wesson Governor vs Bodyguard 38 vs Bodyguard 380

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 24, 2013

Smith Wesson Governor vs Bodyguard 38 and 380 Size Comparison

The Smith & Wesson Governor Revolver vs S&W Bodyguard 38 Revolver vs SW Bodyguard 380 Pistol size comparison image overlay is rendered with the triggers aligned.

This size comparison is one where we knew the size difference between the three was going to be so obvious that it might be a waste of time posting it. However, we figured if it helped just one person we might as well post it. Hopefully you find this beneficial if you are in the market for one of these firearms.

S&W Governor vs Taurus Judge

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 21, 2013

The S&W Governor vs Taurus Judge revolver size comparison images are rendered in three different alignments; grips aligned, triggers aligned, and muzzles aligned. The comparison is specifically between the Smith & Wesson Governor model number 162410 and the Taurus Public Defender Judge model number 4510PD-3B.

One of the major differences between the two is that the Taurus Public Defender Judge has a 5 round capacity where the Smith & Wesson Governor is able to accept an additional round with it’s 6 round capacity cylinder.

Ruger LCR vs Smith & Wesson Bodyguard Revolver Comparison

armspost | Comparisons, Product Info | January 12, 2013

Ruger LCR vs S&W Bodyguard Revolver Size Comparison

The Ruger LCR vs Smith & Wesson Bodyguard revolver size comparison image is rendered with the triggers aligned together. Based on the image you will notice they are very similar in size with the Ruger LCR being just 1/10th of an inch shorter in length.

The most distinguishable difference between the LCR and Bodyguard is the grip. The Bodyguard’s grip is much smaller than Ruger’s LCR grip. However, Ruger has offered the LCR with smaller boot grips. It is best that you check out their website for the most current model offerings and grip options.

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