Actually, the KelTec P11 is the same size, came first and holds two more rounds. From what I understand the early ones with the safety have issues compared to the later ones without a safety. I shoot a lot of pocket guns. It makes my SR40C feel like a 9mm. To start with they sat on it for 2 whole years teasing a release and it just kept getting pushed back further and further. Personally, Id avoid far more than just the bottom six. By the way, break down the Kahr and compare it to the Pico. SIG P238 Why Use a .380 Pistol? Both nice guns, the Pico is the clear winner. Its not. (not missed, as in missed the target, but missed as in I pulled the trigger for the follow up shot and nothing happened because it had not reset). I know one person who had a nightmare of an experience with the Diamondback ..380. In regards to the Cobra a lot of people dissing the gun are those who fire hollowpoints through it. My Kahr is a nice but, but Finicky as heck. Reliability is certainly suspect with a few of the .380's. Ruger LCP Max 2. The trigger pull on most .380 autos is exceptionally long and gritty. These guns shoot any ammo I have fed it. These are not military combat weapons. He does not know how to use it. Thats what made my wife choose a Sig P238, which I carry occasionally. Wouldnt take much time for an employee or contractor of one of these manufacturers to buff up the ratings, or down rate a competitor. In +P it hurt my hand, so I went to regular 38 spcl. My NAA .380 ACP with Novak 3 dot night sights has been 100% reliable with every ammo tried and as accurate as I am. Like a great car or movie, a great firearm can become a true classic. TTAG writerJeremy S. apparently had a non-awful experience with a CA380. Probably ran 150 round through it so far. Shooting (And Finally Breaking) the SCCY CPX-2: http://youtu.be/YzYm_CqMZG8. 2) Cobra Firearms CA380 (4.3 stars 0.9, 36 votes). Wecantdislike shooting it so much that well never practice with it. Tiny little semi-automatics sure, there are many good ones and many bad ones. Texas Teens Getting Carry Licenses! I owned a SCCY CPX-2 (notice the past tense). I had an occasional ejection glitch in mine when I first got it, but the company paid to have it shipped back to them for adjustment, and the piece hasnt hiccupped a single time, since. I have had my CPX 2 and have shot many hundreds of rounds through it, no jams, no misfires, not really impressed with the rear sites, so I put a laser on it and it is accurate, I like not having a safety on it, but with 9 pounds of trigger pressure you do not need a safety. Every one of these pistols are incredibly easy to conceal in your pocket. The trigger is fantastic, and reassuring in handling and holstering (leather IWB) in ways that Glock is not. The Hellcat II was cheap when purchased new, and you can find one used for around $100. This only naturally makes it more difficult to fire properly like we just talked about. As a long, and I do mean long time P3AT owner, you must be one of those anti Keltec trolls that hated them from the start. Well, youre in luck, because your fellow Americans have voted, and for some pocket guns, the results arent pretty . You do not get a small light pistol without trade offs. Generally the heavier it is the less recoil. But people usually get .380 to conceal them. If you just care about recoil the Berretta cheeta is a go This list would have been more valid if it had included the KIMBER SOLO, This website is better than the comedy channel. It is also the only 10 shot 9mm you can find that is truly small enough to pocket carry. Bottom line, a lifetime warranty isnt worth squat if they cant fix the problem and their only answer is to blame the customer. Ive owned a CPX 2 for about a year and we shoot every weekend. Its a joy to shoot. Anyone have the Bersa .380. Really it sounds like some pretty crappy customer service. 6) IO Hellcat II (2.9 stars 0.6, 32 votes). We both agreed, the TCP trigger was superior to the LCP. Simple, easy and the Beretta Pico is in fact one of the most mild shooting Pocket Pistols out there. So the recoil is stout. But, it doesnt like to be dirty. Extremely Mild, Plus P rated, Modular design, mags that look like Custom 1911 stainless steel. .380 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) This ammunition round was first introduced by Colt back in 1908, to use in its new Colt Model 1908, which was a compact, hammerless semi-automatic pistol. Yes, the LCP II is still a .380 pocket pistol and as a result is still snappy. Note to self, Get to the range! Its is almost universally panned from young guys working behind the counter at Academy Sports to anyone who works in local gun shops. Small, accurate and reliable. I was thinking the same thing as I read this article. This article was amateurishly conceived and executed, even if only judging by the hit-piece commentary on the SCCY. Also, I dont consider the CPX-2 to be a pocket pistol, nor should it be compared to some of the little single stack fluff-pieces the articles author referenced. . With a much lighter trigger, enhanced slide serrations, wider grip, impressive stippling job, and the ability to slide lock on the last round, the LCP II is a definitive improvement over other comparable .380 pocket guns. And just recently bought my Third Pico. . Double strike capability, Magazines all stainless that look like custom 1911 mags. My God, have you really shot or even handled one? Shoot to make the thug dead. Nope. I just dont see the silent u in that. I went through 4 LCP. But unlike those highly rated guns, the Hellcat IIs rating is in the toilet. You do that and you will find hipoints and cobras to work as they are intended. All these tacticool wannabes on here think theyre special. It therefore must perform when called upon. The sccy is very similar. Ive no complaints. On the plus side, the SCCY has a lighter trigger than the Kel-Tec P11 (which may explain the problem), but the P11 always goes bang. I challange anyone to break down the Pico and compare all parts to any of the Aluminum Chassis Pocket guns. Like others, I am a bit surprised by the poor showing of the Beretta. Personally have no experience with them but it is to each his own and have heard nothing but good about these pistols. The trigger guard on the LCP has also been enlarged in order to accommodate a gloved finger without risking pulling the trigger. Cant say LCP is much better than any of these above, but it has been reliable. Still cant find that silent u in it to make it sky. Sig without question is the "Caddilac". They never protected their early designs/. The sights on the LCP II are built into the top of the slide like its predecessor. These flaws include, but are not limited to: .380 pocket pistols have a well-deserved reputation for having some of the worst trigger pulls of any semi-automatic pistols on the market. Got the CPX-2 for about half price new. But do not tell me the Kahr is a better gun. Arguably one of the best and most popular pocket pistols, the pf9, was not on the spreadsheet. Regardless of your take on user ratings, I think you can safely ignore the bottom six guns and not worry about missing out on much. Wonder if SCCY will give you a deal on a trade in for that one ? I have shot the Pico with thousands of rounds and can honestly say I have Never had ONE single failure out of thousands of rounds. Ruger sells the LCP II with a neoprene pocket holster (which has the Ruger logo on it), and it actually works quite well. In fact, yanking the mag should tell him to learn the gun. From what I have heard the folks at SCCY provide great customer service. And then the gall to refer to Jeremy who by the way did not bother to report that the upgraded model fixed all the issues with the first run. Recoil was worse on the 380 than the 9. Copyright 2023 Center for the National Interest All Rights Reserved. Im pretty surprised the P3AT isnt on this list. The trigger is about smooth and deliberate. What utter nonsense! Because they werent reliable? The ratings would be a lot more reliable if everyone had to write a review along with the rating. For those of you looking specifically for a concealed carry pistol, hold off on buying a Glock just yet. My Cpx 2 is not 100% reliable, but I did not expect it to be for $250. I had a CPX-2, functionality and reliability i couldnt complain about. I posted a new post today regarding the nonsense by this author about the Pico. I just went through your site and clicked a one star on every gun over $500 and a 10 star on every gun under $500 with my only basis being I dont currently have an expendable $500 in my pocket and I dont like them because they are out of my budget Just kidding, I didnt, but anyone out there could do it, which is why I think your system is incredibly flawed by not at least holding reviewers to having to list a reason. So special, they ride the short bus. I would think a pocket gun would be best kept in .380 or 9mm. Baby glocks seem like an attractive option as at least they have a somewhat normal trigger w/ a normal length of pull. Also people need to fire them at the range. 4) Beretta Pico(4.1 stars 0.3, 134 votes), Color me shockedto see the Pico down here with the bottom feeders because Beretta is a major manufacturer that produces lots of quality firearms. That being said, the LCP II can also be carried IWB or in an ankle holster just as easily as it could be carried in a pocket. Anything In the Ring of Fire Family. Her gun was unloaded while the thugs were not. In other words, its not pleasant to shot at all. Yea James, if you look the SCCY gets like 4.3 stars the best out of this bunch and has the one of the higest vote stats and whats the comment from the author oh this gun stinks based on what? They still fall back to the limp wrist and ammo excuses. Built like a tank. Glad I didnt see mine. You mean like the crowd of voters that put Obama in office twice. Its manageable. For 2022, the Roughneck will be available in a recoil-friendly .380 ACP. And with 38 other semi-auto pocketguns to choose from, why risk it? The mag will spring out when done correctly. The problem with the group wisdom line of thinking is that you cannot separate the people with actual hands on experience with the firearm in question from actual users, which is always a problem with new guns. The wisdom of the crowd phenomenon? Could not disagree more with the articles 3rd selection, namely, the SCCY Industries CPX-2 (not to be confused with its predecessor which had issues of which were acknowledged by the company and subsequently corrected). I agree, the P3AT is my go to light carry gun. It came back still not fixed. After each guns name, youll see its average user rating, that ratings margin of error and the number of votes: 1) Diamondback Firearms DB380 (4.3 stars 1.0, 25 votes). I have literally spoken to no one that has said anything positive about the Pico. No it is not a light striker fired trigger. I love this site and usually stand behind the things written on it, but this is absolute trash and clickbait. I bought one of the .380 Seecamps when they first came out. http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/ppk-left.jpg. All of this list (for the most part) are price point guns and no, you will not get HK quality for $200, but this list is about as fanboy as anything I have ever seen on here. Well, yes, Gigli did suck, but that wasnt known until later. But that is just learning curve and a trade off when they removed the problematic safety from the earlier models. Maybe so few were sold they didnt make the list. Theyve reportedly improved it in newer model LCPs. Thanks for your post. My advice. Unfortunately, my DB380 experience has mirrored that ofmany of our peers. The guns with the lower number of people voting are probably irrelevant no matter what their scores are. These arent Rambo guns, they are self defense guns. Snicker. My Airweight has been dehorned and edges softened, carries so comfortably with a Hip Grip that I often forget about it. I own a SCCY CPX-2 personally and it has been a flawless gun. Both types are not recommened by the maker for the guns. Forget about dropping the mag with the shooting hand, cause it aint happening. Certainly it should appear on the Wikipedia page. I trust my Hellcat 380 as much as I do my S & W 39, but I prefer a tight revolver over any semi-auto when my life depends on it. For its purpose, NOT Bullseye competition, it is a fine gun. There is a reason why this is Berettas top Pocket gun. I sell guns and have ZERO hesitation about selling someone a CPX-2 for everyday carry. She shot both, along with a used Beretta .380, and chose the Sig despite the price being just about double at the time. Stainless steel throughout the gun. Im about to order some more. Its tight, even well after break-in. BTW except for the cobra all these little guns got good reviews at various timesFWIW. The cobra looks very similar to a firearm my mother owns. Did you ever lubricate the gun, or did you just load it and shoot it? Hey, look By the way John, I have the Kahr, yes nice gun.Shoots well. This guy most definitely does not have one clue about the Pico. No, maybe we are focusing on the self promotion IN CONJUNCTION with the very questionable methods of research and conclusions drawn from them. My other gun is a Beretta PX4. Never jammed on me or on my daughter who went to the range with me. Though my CW380 was also unreliable and pinched my finger after firing. I own expensive pistols and revolvers, as well as a SCCY CPX-2. Had it for about 6 months now and been to the range several times. While the LCP II will accept the same 6 round magazines as the original LCP, it also will not slide lock on the last round with those magazines because they were not designed to do so. The .380 ACP semi-automatic pistol is one of the most popular categories of concealed carry weapons in the United States and has been for years. Or has been suggested earlier you can just go snub nosed revolver. I shoot pocket guns all the time. And I dont know why Keltec lets Ruger & SCCY(and the defunct hellcat) slavishly copy their designs. Women need to be told about the woman in Birmingham who was being robbed and pulled out a gun. I have thousands of rounds through both and they keep on trucking One gun has 5000 rounds with just one failure with all kinds of ammo and that was a bad primer strike, which by the way the Pico has double strike capability which took care of that. The Beretta Tomcat, though only .32, much fatter, and blowback, is a far, far superior gun. Keltec P11 will take S&W 669 mags10,15,20 rounders..just like the Marlin Camp Rifle.. Slicked up and did a Golden Loki Fluff & Buff on my Kel-Tec P3AT after I bought it years ago. No aluminum. Sure you can spend $500 on a Glock or what ever else you want to list but the specs on this gun make it a easy choice and hell I can buy two for the price of most good guns. You can buy 1911s now. I. I bought a used SCCY CPX-2. They fall apart with any kink of volume down range. The CM9 is a great gun. This is the J-Frame for the masses. Stainless steel through out the gun. The reason I hated it was they are DAO and the trigger pull was a mile long, i found my self pulling the trigger again before it reset. So there. WebMAC Website & PrimaryArms website link: http://www.militaryarms.orgJoin Patreon and support MAC! Having visited that site, I dont think their rating system really gives me enough information to choose between firearms. The CPX-2 fails to fully eject one shell per magazine. A 9mm shouldnt be slower than a .45. Also it would be great to know if the people voting own the guns they are rating and/or if they have ever shot them. But for a handgun of last resort, I prefer an Airweight. Caveat: I bought mine used, so I dont know if the previous owner had done any tweaking to get it that reliable or not, or whether a factory-fresh one would need any sort of break-in period. Types Of .380 Pistols Subcompact vs Micro-Compact Single-Stack vs Double-Stack Magazines What Should You Look for in a Have you ever even shot one? Since I dont know whether or not your going to use it for EDC, I will recommend one full size and one small one which i think are the 2 best IMO. So, I would never consider one. Oh, it fits my hand great too. The design was intended to produce more accuracy while only sacrificing marginal power. There is nothing copyrightable in those designs. its a good resource with a lot of basic info on a LOT of handguns, a good start for anyone looking at a first gun, for example, or a second, for that matter. OMG! Or the Kahr in there? The Kahr is an excellent unit and I have years of experience with them over Tens of Thousands of rounds fired. Examples of popular small pocket .380 autos include the original Ruger LCP, Taurus TCP, Smith & Wesson Bodyguard .380, and the Kel-Tec P3-AT to name a few. Most of the post are from newbies that know very little about guns in the first place. The gun works incredibly well if you use the recommend FMJ ammo as listed in the manual. lol Damon really? If you spend any amount of time online, youve seen product rating systems on Amazon, Netflix, Yelp, etc., usually in the form of star ratings. Basically I hate these guns because I hate these guns, and you should too because I do. This is the closest I have ever been to accusing TTAG of pandering to the highest advertising contributors (i. e. not a SINGLE Taurus gun on here? But the reset on the trigger was so ridiculously long Id often miss follow up shots because I handt let it out far enough to reset. The trigger is exactly like a double action revolver. Must be the best gun ever. I have several friends who own Picos and swear by them. Get a Kahr CW380 or P380 and just be done with it cause they really dont get much better for pocket 380 carry IMO. So now I have a paperweight in the shape of a gun ! Web.380 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP) was one of the many calibers created by legendary firearms designer John Browning, dating back to 1908. For College Campuses! Maybe if there was an () in theremaybe that might work like Tpanga or Gnai or some such name. I put the new glock style slide release on mine and it is a little slimmer now. (dead serious) took it right back to the store. Mild. George have you tried a different ammo brand? http://virtualchick.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/unicorn.jpg, http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/ppk-beauty1.jpg, http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/ppk-beauty2.jpg, http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/ppk-right.jpg, http://www.waltherarms.com/wp-content/uploads/ppk-left.jpg. A number of guns you have to shoot 400 rounds or so to exercise the gun so it will never jam as long as it is cleaned and oiled. Nemesis pocket holster, and 1 spare mag, goes everyehere. But if ultimate concealment is the need, then just accept that it will need to be .380. Thousands of flawless rounds and handles Hot ammo better than most guns handle standard ammo. the fact you just dont like it? Not sure why the Sccy is on this list, I own a cpx2 and its great! When it comes to a worst list omitting anything made by Kel Tec is a mistake. Theres room for disagreement, but probably only because some peoples pockets are bigger and can hold bigger guns. You want an example of why internet polls are not representative? And than some. Funny the SCCY was rated on 2 other surveys as one of the top 5 affordable and reliable pocket guns. Yet one more advantage for the LCP II is the fact that the slide locks back on the final round fired to signal you are empty. +1. Anonymous reviews should be taken VERY suspiciouslyof all product, not just guns. http://www.waltherarms.com/handguns/ppk/ I love mine(CPX 2,no safety) Best carry gun for your dollar bar none. I have 2 of them. They are all solid, dependable, and reliable. Every gun has its limitations and knowledge goes a long way to ensure a positive outcome when it happens. Jed Henson runs the handgun review and rating site gunsgunsguns.net. I will run the Pico side by side the Kahr any day and have. We buy a pocket gun for last-ditch self defense, which literally makes it a do-or-die gun. They sent me a replacement gun that wouldnt chamber the 1st round. Worked fine til the last shot on the second reload. Kim Kardashian and POTUS are best two examples of known abuse. capacity. I have 100s of rounds through both my kahrs with zero fails. And surely have not shot one or very little. I must be the unicorn master then, because I own each of the firearms listed, except the Hellcat, (I have never heard of it before this article) and have never had an issue with any of them. All of these features together, the improved trigger, the enhanced serrations, the stippling on the grip, and the slightly wider grip size all combine to make the LCP II a better handgun to shoot than the original LCP. The .380 ACP is not a powerhouse, but its often enough. (I call the SCCY, my Sunday go-to-meeting piece. It is designed as a personal defense arm not a target pistol or a plunker. How is the pot metal Cobra #2? I some what question these results mainly because I own one of the guns on this list. Glad to see it was noted as rating highly, and not on the list. Ive heard too many bad comments and complaints about the I.O. You hold the slide back to engage the cocking. My old PPK/s doesnt like Blazer alum. That gun, the TCP, gets pretty good marks everywhere Ive seen it reviewed, so I wouldnt expect it to show up on a pocket guns to avoid list. (Though they have better triggers than the early LCPs, thats not enough), You should try mine. Guess what? Was definitely surprised that certain other brands didnt make the list. One thing that was not improved over the original LCP, however, is the sights. We indicate sponsored content as such. Just a BS review to gain clicks and views. I am no statistician but most of the sample sizes were very small. You can hire chinese brokers to buy likes on Fakebook, and twitter followers by the thousands. WebThe .380 Auto (ACP) Pistol is most often used for self-defense, and is a particularly good choice for concealed carry thanks to its small size. You really missed this one. Obviously you really do not get into pocket guns or spend time with folks that do. It shot pretty well overall, but the trigger sucked. Granted, .380 pocket autos are not guns that you take to the range for fun. The only thing about that bill is that allows those in a govt approved marksmenship program to buy them first. Its on the edge of what Id consider using for self-defense, but Id recommend trying to move up to 9mm if possible. Otherwise a worthy imitator of the abandoned Walther PPK. Nonetheless, it still suffers from many of the issues that we just talked about in the previous section: the trigger pull is awful, they are difficult to shoot, it can be difficult to get a good grip on the pistol for some shooters, and the slide wont even lock back on the last round fired. Does this guy have any gun expertise? Too small, too weak, too much plastic. Sold it and picked up an LCP off a friend for $150. TCP and P3AT triggers were clearly worlds better than it. It has the stopping power necessary to approach a threat, while still maintaining the size required for comfortable everyday carry. Did you give them Cyrillic numbers to rate with? Just like Fords. I called the factory and was accused of limp wristing. It feels good in the hand and the materials and workmanship are fine. You also do not understand how to use the mag release or what it is intended for. No issues to complain about. It just goes into endless redirects until your browser gives up on it. Or having the mag cleaned and inspected? Quick Summary: Our Top Picks For 5 Best .380 Pistols in 2022 1. I chose. Unless you can document that, I think you are off base posting what is basically a rumor. That thing is a freaking beast of a gun in terms of durability (yes, I have seen torture tests of it). Ed Brown alpha elite: 3.2. Im thinking about getting a second one to keep in my truck or with my bow hunting gear. Wisdom of the crowd is an awfully unknown thing to be making life-and-death decisions on. They claimed to have test fired it after repair. And I will do my best to talk others out of Kahr products. I think the wheel guns are less likely to have a problem. Funny, I have the SCCY CPX-2 and I love it. It is not made for quick magazine changes. No thanks. I have a KAHR CM40 and a CW40 and for their intended purpose they are great. I am a Pocket gun enthusiast. Stovepiped and double fed left and right, and Kel-Tec didnt want to lift a finger without me footing the bill for shipping. I carry it about as often as I carry a Glock 19 mainly based upon clothing/belt shortcomings in dress scenarios. He says it is a blunder. Sorry, with all due respect to Mr Henson, I wish you the best of luck, and while I see how this might help some buyers sort from the thousands of gun models, its only a start. The number of ratings is what sold his other books. Mostly new firearm buyers that buy into all the advertising and ridiculous internet junk. I have put about 2000 rounds through them 100% reliable so far. Ruger LCP II 3. The trigger seem to be the trouble people have with it. Mine also runs well, and they feel really well made. Or had a bad exp. (Including the book he wrote about how to cheat Amazon buyers by faking reviews.). He may want to trade the SCCY with the safety in for one of the newer ones without a safety. I have a SCCY too. Also LCP. Once in a great while, a firearm becomes so popular that it becomes a cultural icon. Even though its not made anymore, Ive been interested in trying out a Taurus PT638 if I ever ran across one for a reasonable price, anyone have any experience with one? You get two shots, a single-action-only Too many women wind up dropping the gun which the thug grabs and then uses on the woman. SuccySuckeySuckySucySukyNope. You must not even be able to read. What good is a lifetime warranty if they dont fix it??? Super gun, works every time. Actually the Hellcat felt better in the hand and was more accurate for me with a better sight than other micro pistols. Therefore, if you want the slide to lock back, you need to use the magazines that were made specifically for the LCP II. Will eventually add a CW380 as a BUG and for times when the CM40 is just too big ha ha. Ruger LCR in 38 spcl +P. Definitelythe first Gen 1 models had problemsHowever, the second Gen 2 models are fine. They know media though. When he says the People have spoken who the heck is that? Bought it brand new. I have heard the PiCO may be TOO small. As a back-up weapon to a larger pistol, the LCP II would also be a great choice as it has a very similar manual of arms to larger pistols such as Glocks while also being small enough to easily conceal carry as we have just seen. Its teeny, accurate, and easy to handle. I know I hated my PF9 and would NEVER EVER buy any Keltec pistol again. I certainly wouldnt be happy. I experienced none of that with my p3at but it was entertaining to read. That could happen with any gun someone didnt ,maintain and hadnt tested out at the range. The stats of the survey may need to be expanded on as well but for the most part would not own any of the others either, just my opinion. They are meant to be defensive arms that can be easily carried in the pocket. The trigger is long and has some over travel but its very smooth. Ruger LCR Pistol Ruger LCR Ruger LCR .357 Mag. . A local guy shot a home invader with a SCCY. On that note, you KNOW were kind of spoiled with all the great pocket guns available today. SRP: $269. The reason the trigger pull is lighter is because it is a SA trigger versus the DA trigger on the original LCP. I dont see it. My SCCY CPX-2 has been absolutely accurate with never a malfunction of any kind. I wouldnt go smaller than a Glock 27 in .40 the recoil is too snappy. Total joke. How is the P3AT above the middle of the list? The S&W MP EZ 380 read the reviews even on the Glock site they praise the SW MP 380 EZ Literally, it is.) According to our peers, here are the six worst pocketguns, from less awful to worstest. Otherwise you will just get a ton of, Wait, that gun is not a GLOCK! Im in the habit of buying less costly weapons and fully expect to tinker a bit with them to produce a smooth running hot brass pile maker. Thus it works as a safety (just like a S&W revolver). Shocking that an IO Inc product is at the bottom of the barrel. i cant effectively describe the feel of the action; except to say it was similar to dragging a cinder block up a gravel hill. In 2017, SIG Sauer produced a unicorn of a pistol in the P365. I met Leghorn at a Range Day last year and he knows little about handling a weapon. Most people who love the P3-AT just carry it but dont use it. Thank-you. Also you gotta test the ammo you intend to use. I limited this list to the bottom six guns to reduce room for disagreement and keep it simple. S&W Bodyguard .380 7. Bodyguard were well rated. The Beretta Pico is probably one of Berettas biggest blunders. I normally enjoy Truth about guns. No problems when used within its limits. The warranty cant be beat. 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