These firearms will almost never fail under normal and even extreme conditions to a point. The performance of this pistol was superb. I love my LCP max!! My everyday pocket backup gun.
It's designed to be a CCW pistol not a military pistol so I wouldn't fail it as a CCW because it had difficulty in one or more of the tests. I think the best test for a CCW/pocket gun is pocket lint. When we carry IWB, OWB under a garment, or in the pocket we can get lint inside the holster and gun. This can affect reliability so a good test for a CCW gun.
@@frankbrowning328 Jokes aside, I totally agree with your comment. Its intended environment is a generally clean one. Day to day carry in a pocket or, in my opinion, preferably an IWB holster.
@@frankbrowning328 I plan to do a revisit of this pistol, I have been carrying it 80/90% of the time in this warm weather, pocket carry and IWB. My next video featuring this firearm will be without cleaning it, lots of lint and fuzzy stuff has been collecting all over the firearm, I highly highly doubt this will affect the firearm in the slightest though. Its in my top 5 carry guns after a few short months for sure.
Mine is only a month old. Had ftf problems. Sent it to Ruger, 5 day turnaround. They replaced the barrel and slide assembly. Haven't fired it yet but the customer service was outstanding.
You compare it to the inrangetv mud test this did good by the standards of a large duty pistol. I really don't consider the LCP Max to be a backup pistol, just a wonderfully small super light state-of-the-art 13 shooter.
Hey man I really appreciated this video. I regularly carry the max, and though Ive been pretty confident with it, its always entertaining to see the torture test vids. For a smaller channel it was really good content man. Thanks!
Fantastic results - The LCP Max is my EDC and with over 600 rounds it's been flawless. Your video gives me even more confidence. Thanks for an interesting and informative video!
Great video, thanks for posting. Subscribed! Pretty confidence inspiring knowing that this gun will still cycle filled with crap, and I know from my own tests on my channel that it is fantastically accurate as well. Load it with 380 XTP hollowpoints and it even meets FBI criteria for bullet performance while reliably expanding. Really amazing gun. It's my EDC now. I have a whole series of videos shooting it out to 20yds against multiple targets on my channel.
Great little pistol IMO. I have been fortunate to buy it early during release and to have been able to find a bunch of .380 to shoot. After hundreds of rounds this LCP Max has not seen more than a couple of failures and nothing in last 250 rounds. I carry mostly with the 12 rounder.
@@vlogfriendsutopia sent them a follow-up email asking if the +2 would work with the extended mags or only the factory 10rd mag, still waiting for an answer... So at worst, your flush-fit mag will hold 12 Rounds. But yeah, I hope that it works with the extended mags too!
I was worried about this for testing purposes but it did so well that I am a believer. Wait for my next video detailing larger firearms subject to the same test.
@@tudortactical532 if you watch the in range TV mud tests no handgun ever failed more spectacularly than the Glock 19. LCP Max did far better than the legendary glock.
I had nothing but problems with my original 10 round mag. Ruger sent me a new 10 round mag the baseplate was longer though than the original. Works flawlessly
I uploaded my 6 month 800rd review for the LCP max for anyone interested. This was a super useful torture test I'm going to send some of my subscribers your way in appreciation. :)
And here I was worried about if the slide was in danger of rusting from sweat (still am, being a Ruger, but this certainly put it through much tougher 'environments' than just a back pocket during some summer days)
Rust is a huge concern for all pistols - even some labeled "stainless" the amount of time spent cleansing this firearm took much longer than the video I promise you that.
@@Nordraw 100 percent, which is why it's called a torture test. I have another video coming out that highlights two firearms that did not handle the test nearly as well and it will be pretty surprising.
The LCP Max is actually a pretty solid handgun choice for any kind of s*** hits the fan scenario because it is so light and still has great sites and high capacity. I think this was a very useful test.
Had the same thought until I was out running on the beach during a rainy day. When I arrived home I noticed my gun and holster were coated in damp sand. The test here IS extreme, but if you're going to carry this gun and happened to slip in mud or find sand in your pocket with your gun then find yourself having to use it shortly after, you'll still have confidence in it. Confidence is the point of this very extreme test.
Good video, that would be hard to do to my personal gun, but if the manufacturer just gave me one for that purpose, it wouldn't hurt at all. That mud caused it problems, that continued through the rest of your tests. I'd have soaked that gun in CLP for a week after that. These Rugers are good little guns.
All firearms - Ammo and products featured on my channel are purchased by me. I started this channel for my own interest in firearms, loved watching other videos and never saw one with the LCP MAX, so I made my own. I dismantled the firearm completely, washed and dried everything. Used solvent to clean it entirely then lubricated and tested the firearm. About a week later did another simple cleaning on it to make sure I got everything. I'd say this process is necessary as solvents won't break down the small particles that get into tiny areas of the firearm.
@@tudortactical532 Good little gun's, not the most accurate, but accurate enough. I actually bought two, because when my wife saw mine, she wanted one. They are easy to carry, but not super fun to shoot. We are both pretty much done after shooting about 58 rounds through these. If you relax your grip ever so slightly, you'll quickly know when firing. Accuracy wasn't the greatest, windage is easy enough to fix, but both shoot low. At 10yds I put the front sight over the target to compensate, and have added lasers to take out the guess work. These little gun's are pretty simple, and easy to completely disassemble, so that's a plus. The slides are prone to rust if not kept lubed well. Anyway, good video, and I'd still have a hard time testing mine like you did your's.
I oiled mine up a couple times and let the slide dry with lucas clp and haven't had a single rust issue. It did have some factory discoloration that wiped off with a rag when I did the clp coat.
The REAL torture test is to shoot it one handed, and maybe not even with the strongest grip. The mag drops out within 1-3 mags, and this has been documented by tons of people. Contact Ruger to let them know, as well as M*Carbo and Galloway Precision to ask for a fix (they both know about the issue).
@@caseyschryber1255 Talk to the gunsmith at Galloway Precision--tons of people have emailed him about the known issue. Watch any of the following videos (Rhett of Demonstrated Concepts is a well-known trainer, who documented the problem). Ruger acknowledged it when I called them and sent me a new spring to try. I'm glad you're not experiencing the problem. I'm sure many aren't--but don't call me a fucking liar when it's on video: LINK 1: ua-cam.com/video/N0zxbKnaj88/v-deo.html LINK 2: ua-cam.com/video/IFGCAi6T3bU/v-deo.html
I have not had this issue, I have had similar mag drop issues with my smith and wesson body guard. But I will keep a look out for it at my next range session, Thank you!
@@caseyschryber1255 it happens it's been well documented, Freedom by me has been leading a campaign to get a enhanced magazine release spring released by one of the aftermarket companies.
I am new to guns. I bought this gun used at my local gun store. It has jammed on every clip i load. Iv tried a variety of ammo. It continues to jam. What would cause this? I bought his for protection. I am having extreme buyers remorse.
Tear it apart clean it well and try it with a 12 round magazine. If it continues to do that bring it to a local gunsmith which they should have one at the range or sometimes at the big box stores
Sorry for the late reply but I would agree to watch more videos on it that involve cleaning and dismantling the firearm to assure its well lubricated and all the internals are in working order. Looking forward to your reply.
@@tudortactical532 I have cleaned the crap out of it. I Also ordered the extended clip. I Haven't tested again yet. I am going to test it tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes. Thank you all for your advice. It has been very helpful.
so you thought it was a good test to not use even one hollow point? do people only use fmj ? do another test the correct way unless your just testing in fmj mode then thats ok did you say that?
I'm far more concerned with the fact that you kept your finger either on the trigger or inside of the trigger guard every time you slammed the slide back into battery. With a tiny gun like this one, or any gun, keep your finger out of the trigger guard and off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. This is good basic gun safety. All in all the little pistol did pretty good considering it's not designed for those types of conditions.
Applying that logic, maybe we should do a "paver test" and roll it around in tar and chips...or the "concrete worker test" and dunk it in wet concrete first. Sorry, it is just as ridiculous...remotely "possible" or not.
@@jamesvatter5729 I'll keep that wet concrete idea in my back pocket lol. But seriously this was just for fun and to see how the firearm would manage the task, which it did very well, its been cleaned and works perfectly, I carry this thing almost everyday and love it.
I am! Literally just for fun, highly doubt anybody will ever be in a situation like this! Check out my other video with the PSA vs Glock 19 it’s quite a different result.
I was at the beach with LCP MAX in my pocket. Then went swimming with it. Saw the shark and ran out of the water, but then I tripped and fell into the sand next to a huge guy and sand got into his eyes. He got angry and started chasing me. I ran out of the beach and fell into a manhole full of mud. When I got out, I was still chased by that huge guy and he was holding a hammer. I decided to shoot him, and what a surprise. My LCP MAX did not fail me. Yeap. A real-world example of how to use LCP MAX. :)
The only torture test that should ever be done is with round count. Been carry for 40+ years and have never dropped by accident or on purpose my gun is any of the shit these guys do. WTF is that all about and why do people think this shit relevant. IT"S NOT.
As if MAC was the first to ever do this type of test... As if MAC is so special. Didn't you notice MAC isn't coordinated enough to operate a simple G44... He's a wannabe operator.
I'm pretty sure MAC wasn't the first with that test but he is the most popular. Regardless he hasn't done the LCP Max and might not ever do it so it's still very much appreciated.
These firearms will almost never fail under normal and even extreme conditions to a point. The performance of this pistol was superb. I love my LCP max!! My everyday pocket backup gun.
You need a bucket with pocket lint, sweat and candy wrappers.
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It's designed to be a CCW pistol not a military pistol so I wouldn't fail it as a CCW because it had difficulty in one or more of the tests. I think the best test for a CCW/pocket gun is pocket lint. When we carry IWB, OWB under a garment, or in the pocket we can get lint inside the holster and gun. This can affect reliability so a good test for a CCW gun.
I don't know. I enjoy rolling around in sand, mud, dirt, and bathing in a dirty puddle daily and I need a carry gun that can handle my lifestyle.
@@GodbreadGilfredBiago HA HA HA HA! That's your choice and that's OK. Different strokes for different folks
@@frankbrowning328 Jokes aside, I totally agree with your comment. Its intended environment is a generally clean one. Day to day carry in a pocket or, in my opinion, preferably an IWB holster.
@@GodbreadGilfredBiago Agreed
@@frankbrowning328 I plan to do a revisit of this pistol, I have been carrying it 80/90% of the time in this warm weather, pocket carry and IWB. My next video featuring this firearm will be without cleaning it, lots of lint and fuzzy stuff has been collecting all over the firearm, I highly highly doubt this will affect the firearm in the slightest though. Its in my top 5 carry guns after a few short months for sure.
Mine is only a month old. Had ftf problems. Sent it to Ruger, 5 day turnaround. They replaced the barrel and slide assembly. Haven't fired it yet but the customer service was outstanding.
For a lil LCP it did good… definitely for a back up Gun love my lil LCP MAX thank u for doing this video sir 😎🤟🏼
I haven’t had this gun for long but I am really enjoying it. Very impressive little gun!
You compare it to the inrangetv mud test this did good by the standards of a large duty pistol. I really don't consider the LCP Max to be a backup pistol, just a wonderfully small super light state-of-the-art 13 shooter.
Hey man I really appreciated this video. I regularly carry the max, and though Ive been pretty confident with it, its always entertaining to see the torture test vids. For a smaller channel it was really good content man. Thanks!
I appreciate the kind comment, I am loving this little pistol and I hope to produce more content people can enjoy.
Fantastic results - The LCP Max is my EDC and with over 600 rounds it's been flawless. Your video gives me even more confidence. Thanks for an interesting and informative video!
Great video, thanks for posting. Subscribed! Pretty confidence inspiring knowing that this gun will still cycle filled with crap, and I know from my own tests on my channel that it is fantastically accurate as well. Load it with 380 XTP hollowpoints and it even meets FBI criteria for bullet performance while reliably expanding.
Really amazing gun. It's my EDC now. I have a whole series of videos shooting it out to 20yds against multiple targets on my channel.
I just got one at Sportsman's Warehouse in AZ. Great video!!
I liked this reliability test! Thanks!
Looks like a 13lb recoil spring would've even taken care of the mud problem too.
Very useful test. I'm another freedom by me subscriber stopping by to say hi and subscribe. Have a great one!
I would say It did great. I am sold. Great job.
one of the BEST gun videos i've seen!
Great little pistol IMO. I have been fortunate to buy it early during release and to have been able to find a bunch of .380 to shoot.
After hundreds of rounds this LCP Max has not seen more than a couple of failures and nothing in last 250 rounds. I carry mostly with the 12 rounder.
I’ve been carrying it with the 10 round mag and the 12 round mag loaded as a backup. I’m enjoying it a ton, great little gun!
@@tudortactical532 Get ready for even more fun: Mag guts is working on a +2 spring kit for it. :)
@@Valorius Oh word? 14 round mags imminent?
@@vlogfriendsutopia sent them a follow-up email asking if the +2 would work with the extended mags or only the factory 10rd mag, still waiting for an answer... So at worst, your flush-fit mag will hold 12 Rounds. But yeah, I hope that it works with the extended mags too!
@@Valorius That's still pretty awesome though
Ultimate polishing job
Finally!!!!! Been waiting to see a torture test!
Freedom by me homesteading turned me onto your channel. Subscribed.
👍 LCP Max.
Freedom! Have another subscriber from your friends on the homestead sir. ;)
Great vid, freedom by me sent me!
The loose tolerance aka slide wobble helps. People complain, but it may improve reliability imho.
I was worried about this for testing purposes but it did so well that I am a believer. Wait for my next video detailing larger firearms subject to the same test.
@@tudortactical532 if you watch the in range TV mud tests no handgun ever failed more spectacularly than the Glock 19. LCP Max did far better than the legendary glock.
Great job! Well done
I had nothing but problems with my original 10 round mag. Ruger sent me a new 10 round mag the baseplate was longer though than the original. Works flawlessly
Interesting, I have had no issues with mine but I will keep this in mind!
Interesting torture test, but highly unlikely for a pocket pistol.
Fun watch 👍
Freedom by me sent the call. I am answering: subscribed!
Seems flawless
I have videos on my channel shooting the LCP out to 20yds. It is an amazing game changing pistol IMO.
That slide actually sounded pretty smooth. I’m thinking you lapped everything in with that sand. Probably smoother now than it was before the test.
I uploaded my 6 month 800rd review for the LCP max for anyone interested. This was a super useful torture test I'm going to send some of my subscribers your way in appreciation. :)
And here I was worried about if the slide was in danger of rusting from sweat
(still am, being a Ruger, but this certainly put it through much tougher 'environments' than just a back pocket during some summer days)
Rust is a huge concern for all pistols - even some labeled "stainless" the amount of time spent cleansing this firearm took much longer than the video I promise you that.
Why? Just why? Who is going to mistreat their weapon like that?
I also wondered about that.
@@joegun9237 I know, just not a real case situation
@@Nordraw 100 percent, which is why it's called a torture test. I have another video coming out that highlights two firearms that did not handle the test nearly as well and it will be pretty surprising.
The LCP Max is actually a pretty solid handgun choice for any kind of s*** hits the fan scenario because it is so light and still has great sites and high capacity. I think this was a very useful test.
Had the same thought until I was out running on the beach during a rainy day. When I arrived home I noticed my gun and holster were coated in damp sand.
The test here IS extreme, but if you're going to carry this gun and happened to slip in mud or find sand in your pocket with your gun then find yourself having to use it shortly after, you'll still have confidence in it. Confidence is the point of this very extreme test.
Good video, that would be hard to do to my personal gun, but if the manufacturer just gave me one for that purpose, it wouldn't hurt at all. That mud caused it problems, that continued through the rest of your tests. I'd have soaked that gun in CLP for a week after that. These Rugers are good little guns.
All firearms - Ammo and products featured on my channel are purchased by me. I started this channel for my own interest in firearms, loved watching other videos and never saw one with the LCP MAX, so I made my own. I dismantled the firearm completely, washed and dried everything. Used solvent to clean it entirely then lubricated and tested the firearm. About a week later did another simple cleaning on it to make sure I got everything. I'd say this process is necessary as solvents won't break down the small particles that get into tiny areas of the firearm.
@@tudortactical532 Good little gun's, not the most accurate, but accurate enough. I actually bought two, because when my wife saw mine, she wanted one. They are easy to carry, but not super fun to shoot. We are both pretty much done after shooting about 58 rounds through these. If you relax your grip ever so slightly, you'll quickly know when firing. Accuracy wasn't the greatest, windage is easy enough to fix, but both shoot low. At 10yds I put the front sight over the target to compensate, and have added lasers to take out the guess work. These little gun's are pretty simple, and easy to completely disassemble, so that's a plus. The slides are prone to rust if not kept lubed well. Anyway, good video, and I'd still have a hard time testing mine like you did your's.
@@clutchcargo1239 Thanks for the comment! I have been enjoying mine as well, great summer carry or backup firearm.
I Have The LCP-C & The LCP MAX, Love'em BOTH...
awesome test setup
I love my lcp max. First thing I did to mine was cerakote it. No more rust concerns. The factory finish on these pistols are terrible.
I oiled mine up a couple times and let the slide dry with lucas clp and haven't had a single rust issue. It did have some factory discoloration that wiped off with a rag when I did the clp coat.
Great test. I love my max. Freedom by me turned me on to your channel. Subbed.
The REAL torture test is to shoot it one handed, and maybe not even with the strongest grip. The mag drops out within 1-3 mags, and this has been documented by tons of people.
Contact Ruger to let them know, as well as M*Carbo and Galloway Precision to ask for a fix (they both know about the issue).
@@caseyschryber1255 Talk to the gunsmith at Galloway Precision--tons of people have emailed him about the known issue. Watch any of the following videos (Rhett of Demonstrated Concepts is a well-known trainer, who documented the problem). Ruger acknowledged it when I called them and sent me a new spring to try.
I'm glad you're not experiencing the problem. I'm sure many aren't--but don't call me a fucking liar when it's on video:
LINK 1: ua-cam.com/video/N0zxbKnaj88/v-deo.html
LINK 2: ua-cam.com/video/IFGCAi6T3bU/v-deo.html
I have not had this issue, I have had similar mag drop issues with my smith and wesson body guard. But I will keep a look out for it at my next range session, Thank you!
@@caseyschryber1255 it happens it's been well documented, Freedom by me has been leading a campaign to get a enhanced magazine release spring released by one of the aftermarket companies.
Great gun. I have it .
Well done 🎉
Great video!
I am new to guns. I bought this gun used at my local gun store. It has jammed on every clip i load. Iv tried a variety of ammo. It continues to jam. What would cause this? I bought his for protection. I am having extreme buyers remorse.
Tear it apart clean it well and try it with a 12 round magazine. If it continues to do that bring it to a local gunsmith which they should have one at the range or sometimes at the big box stores
Sorry for the late reply but I would agree to watch more videos on it that involve cleaning and dismantling the firearm to assure its well lubricated and all the internals are in working order. Looking forward to your reply.
@@tudortactical532 I have cleaned the crap out of it. I Also ordered the extended clip. I Haven't tested again yet. I am going to test it tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes. Thank you all for your advice. It has been very helpful.
@@wakelesspluto1792 Awesome, can't wait. Hope it all works out for you! If not I would look into contacting Ruger.
Contact Ruger customer service. They will make it work again.
If the camera effed up, you should do the whole thing over. Thanks.
i just use a spent casing to pop the pin. It comes out real easy after a few times
Thank you for the content. Does anyone know if the LCP max cycles aluminum and steel ammunition?
Mine has no issues with it!
Thanks for the video
Let's see a pocket lint test of this gun because that is what's actually going to happen to it
For the viewers, the viewers
I don't think it really matters whether it's a sig a Taurus Ruger s&w ur gonna have some issues putting gun in sand n mud.
For the viewers, viewers
Damn! The army would’ve been better suited with this pistol over the P320 😆
I would be amazed at any gun that passes the sand test. I've seen everything fail.
Should do pocket lint
Love mine, it's perfect if you're in a hurry to just grab and put in your pocket
very scientific
Stop it! Stop it! Stop abusing that little gun! You monster 😁
Damn I just won a .380 lcp max in a raffle today. Bought 1 $25 ticket and I actually won lol
I noticed you blink your eyes on every round fired. Kind of odd.
please test Lcp ll .22 Lr too it's same size
I do not own a LCP ll .22 Lr but If I come across a good deal maybe I will have one for future videos! thanks!
so you thought it was a good test to not use even one hollow point? do people only use fmj ? do another test the correct way unless your just testing in fmj mode then thats ok did you say that?
I just used FMJs to keep consistence, also ammo prices are insane and this test was expensive enough as is lol, I am just doing this for fun.
Idk if your still here or not! But pls give us a 43x or what ever glock you got a cleaning tutorial pls and thank youu
Lol, yeah ok, that’s definitely the 💩 that’s in my pockets on the daily.
I'm far more concerned with the fact that you kept your finger either on the trigger or inside of the trigger guard every time you slammed the slide back into battery.
With a tiny gun like this one, or any gun, keep your finger out of the trigger guard and off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. This is good basic gun safety.
All in all the little pistol did pretty good considering it's not designed for those types of conditions.
It’s his finger smh.
Why?
For fun and entertainment purposes.
Sorry, this "test" is silly...unless you're a CCW mud wrestler!
A gunfight in a dirty/muddy area is possible.
Applying that logic, maybe we should do a "paver test" and roll it around in tar and chips...or the "concrete worker test" and dunk it in wet concrete first. Sorry, it is just as ridiculous...remotely "possible" or not.
@@jamesvatter5729 I'll keep that wet concrete idea in my back pocket lol. But seriously this was just for fun and to see how the firearm would manage the task, which it did very well, its been cleaned and works perfectly, I carry this thing almost everyday and love it.
@@jamesvatter5729 maybe you should ask for a refund for how much it cost you to watch his video?
Thought it was interesting.
Put a light on it
If I'm shooting this thing from the mud I'm in a pretty bad spot in my life lmao. Like who is shooting this thing like this
I am! Literally just for fun, highly doubt anybody will ever be in a situation like this! Check out my other video with the PSA vs Glock 19 it’s quite a different result.
Yes you would be in a very bad spot and I presume you would want the gun to work, correct?
I was at the beach with LCP MAX in my pocket. Then went swimming with it. Saw the shark and ran out of the water, but then I tripped and fell into the sand next to a huge guy and sand got into his eyes. He got angry and started chasing me. I ran out of the beach and fell into a manhole full of mud. When I got out, I was still chased by that huge guy and he was holding a hammer. I decided to shoot him, and what a surprise. My LCP MAX did not fail me. Yeap. A real-world example of how to use LCP MAX. :)
Torture test the ruger American pistol
Sand bucket could've been also done better
Firing a weapon with water and other obstructions in the barrel and slide is down right dangerous.
Thank you for the concern - If you look up torture tests all over youtube you can find hundreds of videos with this done with different firearms.
Oh karen...
That doesn't look safe. 🤷
I hear Russia took a whole town in Ukraine and all their soldiers had the Lcp Max.
Fire your sound engineer.
Makes no sense to do that stuff
Dirt bucket could've been done better
The only torture test that should ever be done is with round count. Been carry for 40+ years and have never dropped by accident or on purpose my gun is any of the shit these guys do. WTF is that all about and why do people think this shit relevant. IT"S NOT.
It isn't lol Its simply for entertainment. But many people drop their pistols, I've seen it at the range multiple times.
Looks like someone watched Mack from the Military Arms Channel before. How original.
What have you done that's truly original?
Of course deflect, change the topic and ignore the original item at hand. Perfect.
As if MAC was the first to ever do this type of test... As if MAC is so special. Didn't you notice MAC isn't coordinated enough to operate a simple G44... He's a wannabe operator.
I'm pretty sure MAC wasn't the first with that test but he is the most popular. Regardless he hasn't done the LCP Max and might not ever do it so it's still very much appreciated.
"Simpsons did it"
380 sucks
I have quite a few calibers but 380 is great, esp for low recoil or small options.
Yes for sure. 50 bmg is better.
LOVE MY RUGER
Thanks for the video