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North American Arms Guardian 380apc Pistol - 6+1 Rounds | 2.49" Barrel | Polymer Grips | Stainless/Silver | 3-Dot Sights


North American Arms Guardian 380apc Pistol

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Introduced in 2001, the Guardian 380ACP is popular with law enforcement and for concealed carry. It offers great stopping power in a small package that fits easily in your pocket, purse, or one of NAA's many holsters. The Guardian 380's design is based on NAA's best selling Guardian 32ACP, which was introduced in 1997. Over the years, NAA has made many subtle improvements to the design, based in part on the many suggestions they received from their customers. The result is an extremely high quality gun thats convenient, reliable, and very effective.

The Guardian 380 fits comfortably in your pocket. It has a capacity of 6+1, is double action and built of 17-4 pH stainless steel. The combination of small size, high quality and great stopping power have made it North American Arms' most popular Guardian. The ILS (Integral Locking System) safety system allows the hammer to be locked into place so the gun can't be fired until unlocked by the key, releasing the hammer and enabling the firing pin. When unlocked, the button is flush with the black plastic grip with the hole in it (required for the key and ILS button). 

Safety is an Integral Locking System (ILS)


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MFG: North American Arms
Model: NAA380GUARDIAN
Bud's Item Number: 51227
UPC: 744253000942
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North American Arms Guardian 380apc Pistol

Introduced in 2001, the Guardian 380ACP is popular with law enforcement and for concealed carry. It offers great stopping power in a small package that fits easily in your pocket, purse, or one of NAA's many holsters. The Guardian 380's design is based on NAA's best selling Guardian 32ACP, which was introduced in 1997. Over the years, NAA has made many subtle improvements to the design, based in part on the many suggestions they received from their customers. The result is an extremely high quality gun thats convenient, reliable, and very effective.

The Guardian 380 fits comfortably in your pocket. It has a capacity of 6+1, is double action and built of 17-4 pH stainless steel. The combination of small size, high quality and great stopping power have made it North American Arms' most popular Guardian. The ILS (Integral Locking System) safety system allows the hammer to be locked into place so the gun can't be fired until unlocked by the key, releasing the hammer and enabling the firing pin. When unlocked, the button is flush with the black plastic grip with the hole in it (required for the key and ILS button). 

Safety is an Integral Locking System (ILS)

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Glenn S on 05/23/2025
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I wanted a small 380 as a decent pocket carry and I’m glad I went with this little Guardian. Built like a tank and surprisingly very accurate for such a small gun, fixed barrel like a PPK so it’s a mechanically accurate weapon. It’s been very reliable, had one Hangup with a hardcast buffalo bore round but besides that as long as you don’t limp wrist it, it cycles like a typewriter. All in all glad I chose this one.

Brian V on 02/22/2025
Rating:   3 of 5 Stars!

purchased for a summer time CCW. This NA Guardian is a very well made firearm, feels good in your hand. Personally, I was unable to accurately hit targets, even at close range. The pistol is heavy, but even with the weight it has quite a kick. After several sessions I still was unable to get this little pistol dialed in. With a vote of no confidence, I’m unable to use this as a reliable CCW. I have this pistol 3 stars because of the build quality. For me this is not a viable option for daily CC.

Adam C on 05/24/2024
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

I have not fired it yet but my first impression is that it is a solid well made gun as well as an attractive piece. Happy so far, Thanks Buds.

Antonio N on 09/10/2023
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Buds definitely has those guns that are hard to find for a good price. Customer service was excellent and will definitely purchase firearms through Buds again.

James D on 03/31/2022
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

Sleek. Well made. All stainless steel. Hammer-fired. Attractive. And, oh, so very, very unpleasant to shoot. Some folks (gun snobs) consider the .380 to be a bit of a "powder puff" round. Fire it through THIS tiny pistol and you may change your mind. Unsurpassed concealability, but it isn't likely that you'll spend/enjoy much time at the range with it. I'm a big fan of their .22 magnum revolvers (North American Arms), but this little fella is in a whole different class. It would be better in .32 acp or .25 NAA -- if that ammo were readily available. A good gun. Just not for me.

Alexander B on 12/03/2020
Rating:   4 of 5 Stars!

I bought this NAA Guardian a little while ago and it's a quality gun. My only issue with it is the slightly painful experience it is when I shoot this thing. Firing a defensive .380 round through here is not a comfortable experience and did it to make sure I could safely handle this little guy. Don't let this turn you away from a purchase, because this is not the gun you will go to the range and fire several boxes at a time. This is a very concealable firearm that you can carry with ease, protect yourself and worry about your bo-bo later.

Terry C on 10/10/2020
Rating:   3 of 5 Stars!

It’s heavy like I expected but it has trigger bite which I wasn’t expecting. I have a Ruger lcp 2 that shoots better with half the weight and it cost a lot less. Maybe I can learn to like it. Kinda disappointed because I thought because it was so heavy I thought it would be a good shooter. I was wrong. For the money it’s a disappointment. Should have bought the 32. Three star because of price and trigger bite.

Jerzy B on 04/16/2020
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

It wasn't easy to field strip it for the first time.

James B on 09/12/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

Great service by Buds as usual. And great product. Surprisingly accurate for such a small pistol. I shot 100 rounds the first day I got it. The last round in the magazine stove piped a few times but besides that the pistol functioned well.

Tony P on 08/02/2019
Rating:   5 of 5 Stars!

First & foremost, I cannot brag enough on BudsGunShop.com. Their prices, considering free shipping, especially, are second to known. Their fast shipping is remarkable - I salute you!
The NAA Guardian 380 is a joy to hold. I have good-sized hands, but the Guardian feels solid and steady. Its fit and finish is excellent, a very well-made piece of firearm presentation. It is heavier in your pocket than a Ruger LCP or Kahr CW380, but its heft and balance are comforting.
I like the metal, lockable box it comes with and the second magazine with the pinky extension. Thank you Bud's and thank you North American Arms!

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