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\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The concealed-carry movement of the last 20 years may be one of the most underrated political movements in American history. Growing from only 2.7 million permit holders in 1999 to 18.7 million in 2019<\/a>, the concealed carry population has exploded as more and more Americans get serious about their personal protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ruger\u2019s new .22LR LCP II \u201cLite Rack\u201d<\/a> represents the pinnacle of that movement. Not because it\u2019s the perfect concealed carry handgun (it isn\u2019t), but because it proves the popularity of responsible concealed carry. The .22LR LCP II is a carbon copy of Ruger\u2019s ever-popular .380 Auto LCP II, which allows LCP II owners to practice their draw and marksmanship without spending money on .380 Auto cartridges. When a major American manufacturer sees a market for a practice <\/em>CCW, you know there\u2019s a real interest in carrying concealed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new \u201cLite Rack\u201d is also designed to expand the concealed\ncarry population by appealing to folks who would otherwise never consider\npicking up a handgun. The light recoil spring makes the .22LR LCP II easy to\nload and manipulate, negating a common complaint among those with weak hand\nstrength or without previous experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gone are the days when concealed carry aficionados strapped on a 1911 and called it good. Today\u2019s CHL holders want to hone their skills and bring new shooters into the fold, and the LCP II \u201cLite Rack\u201d allows them to do just that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger
The LCP II “Lite Rack” is the kind of high-quality micro-gun we’ve come to enjoy in the concealed carry world. <\/em> <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Capacity<\/strong>: 10+1
Barrel Length<\/strong>: 2.75″
Overall Length<\/strong>: 5.20″
Weight<\/strong>: 11.2 oz.
Grip Frame<\/strong>: Black, High-Performance, Glass-Filled Nylon
Grooves<\/strong>: 6
Feature<\/strong>: Lite Rack\u2122 System
Slide Material<\/strong>: Alloy Steel
Barrel Material<\/strong>: Stainless Steel
Slide Width<\/strong>: 0.81″
Sights<\/strong>: Integral
Twist<\/strong>: 1:16″ RH
Slide Finish<\/strong>: Blued
Barrel Finish<\/strong>: Satin Stainless
Height<\/strong>: 4″
Suggested Retail<\/strong>: $349.00<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLite Rack\u201d?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Slide manipulation is one of the most difficult tasks for anyone new to handgun use. While semi-auto handguns utilize an easy-to-understand design, revolvers are often recommended to first-time owners because wheel guns don\u2019t require users to manipulate a slide. This can be a problem because revolvers often cannot hold as many rounds and are sometimes more difficult to shoot quickly than their semi-auto counterparts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger
The recoil spring is lightened, even for a .22LR.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Recognizing this potential roadblock, gun manufacturers have been working to lighten the recoil springs on their most popular defensive handguns. Smith & Wesson, for example, first introduced the Shield EZ .380 Auto back in 2018 and more recently released a 9mm version<\/a> of the same firearm.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ruger\u2019s LCP II \u201cLite Rack\u201d takes\nadvantage of the same kind of innovation. All .22LR handguns are easy to rack,\nof course, but the LCP II is even easier to load. You can see when GunsAmerica\neditor True Pearce tested the \u201cLite Rack\u201d at SHOT Show 2020, he was able to\npull back the slide with only two fingers. I found my test model to be equally\nas painless to manipulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The benefits of this design reach beyond the gun itself. My wife often struggles with pulling back a semi-auto handgun\u2019s slide. The issue could be resolved with practice, but the initial difficulty makes practice, well… less than appealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I gave her the LCP II \u201cLite\nRack,\u201d she was able to pull back the slide easily. That ease of use not only\nmade her more willing to practice with the \u201cLite Rack,\u201d but also more willing\nto try handguns with stiffer recoil springs. Using the LCP II .22LR builds both\nmuscle memory and confidence, which can then be applied to different handguns\nin chamberings more suited to self-defense. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Concealed Carry?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Ruger markets the \u201cLite Rack\u201d as a CCW option, but I don\u2019t think their heart is in it. While they give the nod to concealed carry, their promotion of this handgun has focused primarily on attaining the confidence that comes through consistent training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s because, unless you\u2019re physically unable to manipulate a handgun chambered in a larger caliber, there isn\u2019t any reason to carry a .22LR. I\u2019ve always ascribed to the \u201ca handgun you have is better than a handgun you don\u2019t\u201d line of thinking, but there are so many options for CCW\u2019s these days, you should be able to find something in at least .380 Auto. If you want something super small, the Ruger LCP II in .380 Auto is the exact same size as the Ruger LCP II \u201cLite Rack\u201d .22LR. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger
While I wouldn’t recommend carrying a .22LR for self-defense, the LCP II is small enough to disappear in the provided pocket holster. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

I wouldn\u2019t want to get shot with a .22LR. Nobody would. And if someone is so frail that they can\u2019t handle the recoil from anything hotter than a .22LR, a super-fast 40g load like the CCI Velocitor<\/a> will definitely do some damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But considering the market,\nthere\u2019s almost certainly a better option for anyone looking to effectively\ndefend themselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fit and Function<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s not to say the Ruger LCP II\nisn\u2019t worth it. For under $300 on the street, you\u2019re getting a reliable trainer\nthat\u2019s a pleasure to shoot and simple to use. Plus, the box comes with a pocket\nholster, an extra 10-round steel magazine, and a speed loader (which I found to\nbe essential during extended range sessions).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first thing I always notice (even after testing the firearm for months) is the size. It\u2019s tiny, a step smaller than sub-compact semi-autos like the Smith & Wesson Shield and the Springfield XDS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger
If the Smith & Wesson Shield is subcompact, the LCP II is sub-sub-compact. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The size makes the gun feel a bit like a toy, but the build quality is up to Ruger\u2019s standards. There are no rough machining marks, and the trigger breaks cleanly and resets audibly. The trigger is perhaps heavier than most shooters prefer (mine runs around seven pounds), but it\u2019s on par with other polymer semi-autos of the last five years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ruger achieves that clean trigger using the same hammer-fired, \u201cSecure Action\u201d system they used in the original LCP II. Unlike most hammer-fired handguns, the LCP II features an internal hammer. This design prohibits users from manually operating the hammer (as you might on a 1911, for example). For new shooters, the design eliminates another potentially confusing component and keeps the hammer safely tucked away from getting caught on clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger
The trigger is surprisingly crisp, though a little heavy. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The LCP II .22LR also includes a\nnumber of additional features that might appeal to new shooters, all of which\nare geared towards comfort, ease of operation, and safety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along with aggressive serrations, the slide features \u201ccocking ears\u201d machined into the rear to assist with loading. The nicely textured grip was designed with small swells where the palm interacts with the grip, and all 10-round magazines are extended and textured. The LCP II \u201cLite Rack\u201d also includes an external manual safety, a trigger safety, a magazine disconnect (gun won\u2019t fire without inserted mag), a hammer catch, and a neutrally balanced sear with significant engagement and strong spring tension. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger
The LCP II .22LR prioritizes safety and ease of use. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The plethora of safety features make it a great choice not only for new shooters but for young shooters as well. Youngsters will appreciate the size and ease of use while their parents will appreciate the extensive, overlapping safety measures. Semi-auto handguns are often the last type of firearm kids are taught to use, but once a kid is ready, the LCP II .22LR would be a great choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the Range<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Shooting the LCP II is a pleasure.\nAfter testing and owning a number of subcompact handguns in larger calibers,\nthe light recoil from the .22LR is a nice change of pace. The consistent\ntrigger also aids in getting shots on target, and as you can see from the\nresults below, it\u2019ll hit what you\u2019re aiming at if you do your part. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All groups were shot on a rest\nfrom 10 yards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger
Though I had some feeding issues with the polymer-coated Clean-22 CCI, that ammunition performed the best in the accuracy test. (Top: 10 yards. Bottom: 15 yards)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The LCP II \u201cLite Rack\u201d is overall\na great value, but the handgun performed sub-optimally in two ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, I\u2019m not a fan of the sights. The front and rear sights are cut into the slide, which means they cannot be altered or removed. This is great for durability. There\u2019s no chance of the sights moving or falling off even after being dropped or bumped. But they\u2019re also short (or \u201clow profile\u201d in the proper parlance) and all black. I know both attributes might appeal to some shooters, but I\u2019m not one of those shooters. I had a tough time picking up the sights quickly against darker backgrounds, and even in good light, I found them difficult to focus on. You might not have the same trouble, but I think it\u2019s worth checking out these sights in-person before purchasing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger
The sights aren’t my favorite, and they tend to get lost against dark backgrounds. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Second, reliability was an issue. Now, keep in mind that semi-auto .22LR handguns are infamous for failures to feed and failures to fire. The latter problem isn\u2019t always the fault of the handgun. Rimfire cartridges, especially in bulk packages, frequently fail to go bang<\/em>. And it isn\u2019t uncommon for micro-handguns of any caliber to face reliability issues with certain types of ammunition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ruger
The jams I experienced all involved failures of the round to run up the feed ramp.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Still, I should mention that I experienced seven or eight failures to feed throughout the course of my 400 (or so) round test. The majority of these failures occurred when the round failed to travel up the feed ramp and load in the chamber. I also found that the gun had a tough time loading the poly-coated \u201cClean-22\u201d CCI. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neither of these issues are\ndeal-breakers for me. The gun didn\u2019t fail so frequently that I found myself\nbecoming frustrated, and a thorough scrubbing of the feed ramp should make for\nmore consistent feeding. And, as with any sighting system, I became more proficient\npicking up the sights as I put more rounds through the gun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Ruger<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

You might rightly argue that 9mm is cheap enough to nullify the primary benefit of a .22LR trainer. That\u2019s true, but it was truer when you could purchase 9mm for $0.16\/round. These days, .22LR can be three to four times cheaper than 9mm, and the millions of gun owners who have been laid off in the last few months will welcome the opportunity to save money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You might also argue that many air gun companies offer exact\nreplicas of popular handguns, and air guns can also be used to practice in\nbasements and garages. Air guns are a great option, but you also lose the\ncapacity to practice controlling recoil. I also haven\u2019t found replicas of many\nCCW\u2019s, which means you couldn\u2019t practice your draw from your concealed carry\nholster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The LCP II .22LR won\u2019t be for everyone, but I say the more\nthe merrier. Anything that gets current shooters out to the range more often or\ngets new shooters to the range for the first time is a great idea in my book.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check one out on GunsAmerica where I\u2019ve seen them listed consistently for under $300. <\/p>\n\n\n

Learn more at Ruger.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

Buy a Ruger LCP II on GunsAmerica!<\/a><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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