Ruger LC380 | .380 ACP | 3.12″ Barrel | 7+1

The Ruger LC380 is a compact, slim semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380 ACP with a 3.12″ blued alloy steel barrel and a one-piece black, high-performance glass-filled nylon grip frame. It is built with a through-hardened alloy steel slide, drift-adjustable three-dot sights, and safety features that include an internal lock, manual thumb safety, magazine disconnect and a loaded chamber indicator. For a reflex optic under $1,000 that preserves the LC380’s compact footprint, a small footprint red dot such as the Holosun 507K pairs well for faster sight acquisition while maintaining a low overall profile.

Applications: everyday concealed carry and regular range practice for skill maintenance and recoil management. Its compact size and reduced recoil of the .380 Auto cartridge make it suitable for shooters seeking a carry pistol with manageable recoil and simple manual controls.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Ruger / Sturm, Ruger & Co..
• The model is LC380 (California compliant configuration).
• The caliber is .380 ACP.
• The capacity is 7+1.
• The action is Double Action Only.
• The barrel length is 3.12 inches.
• The slide material is through-hardened alloy steel with a blued finish.
• The barrel material and finish are alloy steel, blued.
• The frame material is black high-performance glass-filled nylon.
• The sights are a drift-adjustable three-dot system (dovetailed rear and fixed front).
• The weight is 17.2 oz.
• The overall length is 6 inches.
• The height is 4.50 inches.
• Included with the pistol is one 7-round magazine and a finger extension floorplate for the magazine.
• The UPC is 736676032532.

The LC380 is a compact, thoughtfully engineered pistol that balances size, controllability and basic safety features for everyday carry and range work. Its checkered grip frame and optional magazine floorplate extension improve control for a wide range of hand sizes, while the dovetailed three-dot sights provide a clear sight picture for routine use. The combination of a blued alloy slide and a black polymer frame offers durable, low-maintenance finishes appropriate for regular carry or rotation in a collection.

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