Description
Smith & Wesson hit a home run with the Bodyguard 2.0, and rather than leave well enough alone, they handed it to the Performance Center. The result is the Carry Comp, a micro .380 that keeps the tiny footprint people loved while adding features that make it more pleasant to run at speed. The headline change is the 3.1 inch ported stainless steel barrel paired with the PowerPort cut in the slide, which redirects gas upward right at the muzzle to fight recoil and keep the front sight from climbing between shots. On a gun this light, at just 11.8 ounces unloaded, every bit of recoil control counts.
Why the Carry Comp Version Stands Out
Beyond the porting, this model gets a real sight upgrade. The Ameriglo Protector LumiGreen front night sight paired with a blacked-out square notch rear draws your eye straight to the front post, exactly what you want on a defensive pistol in low light. The stainless slide wears a Performance Center Grey Armornite finish that resists wear and corrosion, and the extended serrations give you plenty to grab when racking, even with sweaty or cold hands. This version also includes a manual thumb safety for folks who prefer that extra layer, along with the flat-faced trigger that helped make the standard Bodyguard 2.0 such a pleasant surprise.
Carrying the Bodyguard 2.0 Carry Comp Day to Day
At 5.85 inches long, 4 inches tall, and under an inch wide, this pistol disappears in an IWB rig or even a pocket holster. You get two magazines in the box: a flush-fit 10 rounder that keeps the grip snag-free for deep concealment, and an extended 12 rounder that gives larger hands more real estate and bumps capacity to 12+1. The textured polymer frame has aggressive stippling on the front and backstraps, so the gun stays planted without chewing up your side during all-day carry. For anyone who wants a genuinely small carry gun that still shoots flat and fast, this one earns its Performance Center badge.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Performance Center
- Model: Bodyguard 2.0 Carry Comp
- Manufacturer Part Number: 14417
- UPC: 022188901986
- Caliber: .380 ACP
- Action: Striker Fired Semi-Auto
- Barrel: 3.1" Ported Stainless Steel, Armornite Finish
- Capacity: 10+1 / 12+1
- Slide: Stainless Steel, Performance Center Grey Armornite, Serrated
- Frame: Textured Black Polymer
- Sights: Ameriglo Protector LumiGreen Night Front, Blacked-Out Square Notch Rear
- Safety: Manual Thumb Safety
- Trigger: Flat-Faced with Integrated Safety
- Overall Length: 5.85"
- Height: 4.0"
- Weight (Unloaded): 11.8 oz
What’s Included
- Smith & Wesson Performance Center Bodyguard 2.0 Carry Comp pistol
- One 10-round flush-fit magazine
- One 12-round extended magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Carry Comp porting really reduce recoil on a .380 this small?
The PowerPort vents gas upward just before the bullet exits, which counteracts muzzle flip. On a gun weighing under 12 ounces, the effect is most noticeable during rapid strings of fire, where the front sight settles back on target quicker. It makes hotter defensive .380 loads easier to manage in a pistol this light.
What's the difference between the Bodyguard 2.0 Carry Comp and the standard Bodyguard 2.0?
The Carry Comp gets a longer 3.1 inch ported barrel versus the standard 2.75 inch barrel, plus the PowerPort compensator cut in the slide. It also upgrades to an Ameriglo LumiGreen front night sight with a blacked-out square notch rear, and the slide wears a Performance Center Grey finish. Height and width stay the same, so it conceals just as easily.
Does this Bodyguard 2.0 Carry Comp model have a manual safety?
Yes, this specific version (MPN 14417) includes a manual thumb safety in addition to the integrated trigger safety. Smith & Wesson also makes a no-thumb-safety variant, so double check the part number if you have a preference either way.
How many magazines come with it and what capacities?
Two magazines ship in the box: a flush-fit 10 rounder and an extended 12 rounder. The flush mag keeps the grip as short as possible for deep concealment, while the extended mag adds grip length that bigger hands will appreciate along with two extra rounds.




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