The Bodyguard 380 is an extremely light carryable handgun that is mostly known for self-defense and backup weapon for close range hunting. While the bodyguard is extremely cheap and compact, there is still room for improvement.
The gun is accurate, there is no denying that. But the gun is not usable in range practice or self-defense even, without a sight. I know what you are thinking, “I’m not going to go to the Olympics with this gun or something”. And that’s a fair ask. But the thing is, a sight on top of a pistol goes a long way.
Finding the best sight for a pistol is not an easy task. There are so many optics available for handguns nowadays. All serving different purposes. Now, how do you find the best sights for Bodyguard 380? Pretty easy if you ask me. Well, I won’t bore you with unnecessary information anymore. Let’s get started.
How To Choose a Sight For Bodyguard 380?
Now that you know what are some of the best sights for the gun, how do you approach the decision making? It’s not that simple, is it? Well, yes, it is. It’s super simple and straightforward.
If you read the whole thing you notice that the sights are different and they are all not in the same category. Some are night sights, some are lasers and one is reflex sight.
If you know what kind of sight you want, you can easily make the decision based on that. Furthermore, you can consider your wallet and make the decision based on how much your wallet is providing you for the sight.
1. XS Sight systems Dxt Big Dot
If you are in the market for a night sight but can’t bother with replacing the battery every now and then, these kinds of night sights are the best deal for you. The Dxt and Dxt2 big dot sights are a lot like shotgun night sights.
They have a big illuminated dot reticle on the front and a V-shaped tilted rear sight. Together, they create an illusion of one unit and give you the most perfect view during the night.
The sight uses tritium fiber glow sticks. They don’t need any kind of batteries to operate at night and they are visible during the day as well. The body of the sight is made out of durable steel with a black color finish to it. As this unit is made for Bodyguard 380, there is no need to call a gunsmith to install this for you.
Can I change the Tritium Fiber of this?
You can change the tritium fiber of almost any tritium sight in existence. You just need to find the right size of glow stick that will fit in the chassis of your optic.
Where is this sight made?
All XS sights are machined from durable steel in Texas. They are located there and operate throughout the country from there. Their service is top-notch as well.
Is it available in another color of glow stick?
Unfortunately, no. The color that comes with the ones that you need to use. While it would have been nice to see orange or green options, you are not getting those unless you change the glow stick yourself.
2. TRUGLO Tritium Pro Glow-in-The-Dark Handgun Night Sight
If you think about pistol night sights, you might as well call them Truglo sights. Truglo is probably the single most famous brand when it comes to night sights. They make night sights for almost every single pistol known to mankind. This one is made for S&W Bodyguard .380.
The night sight is made out of alloy steel. It’s also as durable as regular steel but lighter. As the chemical composition is a bit different than regular steel, it’s not that widely used by many brands. Truglo made the best out of the situation.
The optic comes with a green tritium stick with an orange glowing circle around it. While you might find it hard to believe, this sight does feature fast target acquisition. You can focus on your target faster and more efficiently. While it’s not made specifically for hunting, you can get away with doing quite literally anything.
Where is this made?
While Truglo itself is based in the USA, most of their products are made in China and quality is assured in the USA.
Will this fit on other guns?
No, it won’t. You will need to have a Bodyguard 380 for this sight to work with. Don’t be sad because I’m sure Truglo has a sight for your gun already.
Will the tritium stop glowing?
At some point, yes. The tritium will dim down and stop glowing completely at one point. But that’s not coming any time soon. And changing the tritium is super easy as well.
3. Laser Kit for S&W Smith-Wesson® M&P Bodyguard 380
How can we forget about laser sights? Well, let me tell you about one of the best laser sights for Bodyguard 380. This laser kit from LaserPro+Armalaser is quite good. With touch-activated sensors and a durable water-resistant body, this laser sight is quite good for all sorts of activities.
The sight has a body out of polymer. It’s a type of plastic that is quite durable and lightweight at the same time. On top of that, it comes with a tactical holster for your gun as well. The holster is quite small and compact. It’s not bulky and won’t make your belt appear inflated.
The laser kit uses a TR24 red laser sight. It’s a Class 3R 635nm <5mW red laser. It’s completely legal for all sorts of tasks you may want to do with this. That includes hunting as well. Thanks to the easy-carrying holster, you can easily take it anywhere you want. Including deep jungles and alleyways.
Is the holster made out of plastic?
No, it’s not. It’s made out of a nylon cloth-like texture. It’s soft and fits on most belts without any crafting.
Is the touch sensor of the laser accurate?
On cheap models usually, the touch sensors aren’t as responsive as high-end ones. Thankfully, there is no such issue present on this optic. They are extremely accurate.
Is this ambidextrous?
Yes, it works with both hands if you hold the gun correctly. That’s the benefit of touch sensors.
4. ArmaLaser TR24 Designed to fit S&W Bodyguard 380
The laser sights from ArmaLasers are some of the best on the market. They are like Truglo to some degree. Truglo got a ton of night sights for tons of different pistols, and ArmaLaser got tons of laser sights for different pistols. This one here is specifically designed to fit the Bodyguard 380.
Bodyguard 380 is a wonderful weapon with high accuracy. With that in mind, the idea behind this laser sight was to maintain that accuracy and improve the shooting experience. The laser sight’s body is made out of polymer. It’s a solid material that even your handgun uses.
Another key selling point of this laser is the weight. It’s extremely light. It won’t put up too much weight on the gun to drag it towards the bottom. And the laser sight is easily concealable inside a holster as well. Whether it’s a solid holster or leather, you are good to go either way.
Is this red laser legal?
Yes, it is. It’s a TR24 red laser with Class 3R 635nm <5mW rating. It’s completely legal and viable for hunting.
Is there any way to turn it off?
Yes, there is. It has a master kill switch which turns off the laser sight completely. If you want to turn it off and store it somewhere, use that button.
Is the polymer durable on this sight?
Yes, it is. It’s made out of DuPont Zytel Polymer. It’s the same type of polymer manufacturer used to construct pistols.
Ade Advanced Optics Compact RD3-009 Red Dot Reflex Sight
Well, you wanted variety in the options and you are getting them. Instead of another laser or night sight, I bring you a reflex sight. This sight is just like your rifle’s red dot sight but in handgun size.
The sight is made out of durable CNC machined aluminum. It’s a lightweight optic with an extremely durable waterproof chassis. That’s right, the optic is rated to be water, fog, and shockproof. The lens used on this optic is also multi-coated. That eliminates all glare and makes it durable in the wild as well.
While the lens isn’t scratch-proof 100%, it’s quite resistant. Thanks to the drop rating, the lens doesn’t break from accidental drops either. The best thing is, you don’t need the help of a gunsmith to tap a hole in your gun to install this. This comes with a mounting system already that supports Smith & Wesson pistols.
Can I mount this on a Picatinny rail?
Of course, you can! It comes with a Picatinny mounting base. The base is separate and not needed in pistol installation. But if you are someone with a hybrid 9mm gun, you can use that plate to use this same sight on that gun.
Where is this optic made?
Ade Advanced red dot optics are manufactured in their own factory in Oregon. They also come with warranties to further ensure their legitness and after-sales service.
Is this reflex sight good for hunting?
It’s actually the best Bodyguard 380 sight for hunting. I know, it can’t hunt during the night due to not having a proper vision and all that jazz. But what’s stopping you from installing a weapon light underneath and using it during the night as well?
Do I need to remove the iron sight for installation?
Yes, you do. You can find a proper guide on YouTube about that. On top of that, if you prefer written guides, tons of them are available as well.
Conclusion
And there you have it folks. Those are indeed some of the best sights for Bodyguard 380 money can buy right now. They are great, they are light, and they are extremely durable. On top of those things, they serve different purposes that cater to different folks.
With that said, that’s all for now. I hope you enjoy your new purchase. I will make sure to update you guys with more guides like this. Till then, take care and have fun.
