Lecture Notes: Review of the Smith and Wesson Bodyguard 2.0

Introduction

• Speaker: Spin Firearms
• Excited to review the Bodyguard 2.0, requested by the audience.
• Smith and Wesson not owned by the speaker; review facilitated by a friend, Dan.

Channel Support

• Encourages viewers to support the channel by liking, commenting, and making requests for future reviews.
• Mentions the importance of audience engagement and feedback.

Background

• Reference to another firearm, the Glock 26.
  • Sent for finishing and stippling by a colleague working with major firearm manufacturers.
• Comparison to Ruger LCP Max, deemed an 'awesome handgun'.
• Expresses a wish for Glock to compete with Smith and Wesson in the pocket pistol market.

Main Review: Smith and Wesson Bodyguard 2.0

General Impressions

• Described as 'unreal' and thoroughly safety-checked.
• Speaker has not yet done live fire but has dry-fired the weapon and is very impressed.

Comparison with Ruger LCP Max

• Capacity: Both have a 10+1 capacity.
• Size:
  • Similar height.
  • Bodyguard has a thinner slide and grip compared to the LCP.
• Weight:
  • Bodyguard is approximately 10 oz, slightly lighter than the LCP Max.
• Caliber: Both are .380.

Features and Specifications

• Grip:
  • Better ergonomic feel compared to the original Bodyguard.
  • Allows two to three fingers on the grip.
• Finish:
  • Rust-resistant stainless version.
  • Better texturing and stippling, including on the takedown lever.
• Magazines:
  • Options for 10+1 or 12+1 capacity.
• Sights:
  • Improved front and rear sights compared to the original Bodyguard and LCP.
• Trigger:
  • Crisp, clean pull around 5.5 to 6 lbs.
  • Speaker prefers Bodyguard's trigger over the LCP Max.

Advantages

• Pocket-friendly dimensions and weight.
• Enhanced ergonomic design for improved handling.
• Better finish quality that prevents issues like rusting.
• Overall, described as the best pocket pistol among those owned by the speaker.

Conclusion

• Promises a shooting review soon.
• Offers gratitude to Smith and Wesson and friend Daniel for enabling the review.
• Reiterates the potential of the Bodyguard 2.0 to be a market leader in pocket pistols.