Ruger LC380 California Compliant .380 ACP
Compact Ruger LC380 in .380 ACP with 7-round capacity, 3.12" blued barrel, and black polymer frame. California compliant with three-dot sights, manual safety, and loaded chamber indicator.
The Ruger LC380: Soft-Shooting Concealed Carry Reliability
The LC380 represents Ruger's commitment to providing shooters with a genuinely practical concealed carry pistol. By chambering the .380 ACP cartridge in a compact platform, Ruger delivers reduced recoil without sacrificing the rugged construction and reliability that define the brand.
Design and Construction
This pistol features a through-hardened alloy steel slide paired with a one-piece, high-performance glass-filled nylon grip frame. The checkered grip surface ensures a secure hold in all conditions, while the optional finger grip extension floorplate accommodates shooters who prefer additional grip length without increasing the pistol's overall footprint.
Sights and Controls
The three-dot sight system uses high-visibility dots with a drift-adjustable rear sight and fixed front sight. This arrangement allows for quick target acquisition and field adjustment if needed. The manual safety, magazine disconnect, and patented loaded chamber indicator provide multiple layers of safety confirmation.
Specifications
- Caliber: .380 ACP
- Capacity: 7+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 3.12 inches
- Overall Length: 6 inches
- Height: 4.50 inches
- Width: 0.90 inches
- Weight: 17.2 ounces
- Sights: Three-dot, drift adjustable
- Finish: Blued steel
- California Compliant: Yes
Why the LC380
The LC380 occupies a unique niche in the concealed carry market. It's only slightly larger than Ruger's LCP, yet the .380 ACP cartridge delivers noticeably softer recoil—an advantage for shooters seeking comfort without compromising on a proven defensive cartridge. One 7-round magazine is included.
