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LCP Max 380 magazine release

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I have read that when the LCP 380 came out there was problems with a weak mag release spring and the mag falling out during range time practice. Looks like they fixed it with the LCP Max. Damn that is the hardest mag release I have ever felt, I will be calling Ruger on Monday to see if I can lighten it up a little, I am left-handed so using my index finger to operate.
It may be because of the ridge surrounding the button. I am going to try to add a piece of a pencil eraser to see if that would help and go from there.
Just thought I would through it out here to see if there are any suggestions
 
Just DROSed one. Right handed and didn’t have any problems while handling it. A lot of improvements over my LCP!

Only one mag with the gun so picked up a 2 pack from grabagun.

Two DeSantis holsters.

Please update the thread to let others know if and how you resolved the issue.
 
Being lefthanded and using my index finger I found that I had to move my finger forward on the mag release to get it to actuate, it is doable with a little discomfort.
Another way I found is taking my support hand over the top of the slide and using my thumb to press mag release. Looking at it now I think removing some of the ridge from around the release could possibly fix my problem. Just not ready to do that yet.
 
Thanks for the suggestion but I did that with my 365 and it was just too awkward, so I switched it back. I like to keep all my mode of operation the same, started with glocks then went to revos same operation. When carrying my 365s in owb holster the safeties are off. The only ones with safety on are my 1911s.
 
It is funny how our brains work. Thought about mag release when going to sleep & thought of button magnets so just gave it a try, perfect size and solves my problem. May make it a little too tall but front pocked carry so no real concern. Going to try different thicknesses then permanently attach.
 

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Hmm…..I’d get a hold of Galloway and let them know what’s going on. Maybe they can make you an extended mag release or have some ideas about the spring pressure.

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