keltec?

[Hookfish]

I have a P11 for my EDC and have had hundreds of round through it with no issues at all. I really like mine and would buy another one. I recommended to my brother and dad that they get one too. After each shot mine, they both purchased their own PF9s.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

I have a PF-9 that has been flawless after 600 or so rounds. Never an issue. The earlier ones (3+ years ago or so) had some hit or miss issues. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. Search this site and read. There is a bunch of threads on Kel-Tec.

Good luck.

 

[gunman41mag]

thanks for the imput guys. For those of you who dont like the keltecs, are there any other brands with similar prices that might be more reliable? i own an hk.45 and it is my pride and joy! never jammed on me once, but i am just looking for a supplementary carry weapon that i can have in the pocket of my sweat pants/pajama pants. But i deffinetly am looking for reliability.

In the under $300 I say S & W 5906, 5904, $350 range I say CZ-75, BERETTA 92

 

[BDBHoover]

I own a PF9 and have put a little over 200 rounds through it (ball and personal defense) without a FTF or FTE...... For the price..... You can't beat it

 

[chubbs]

I've got no issue with a keltec as long as its had a good break in and little fluff and buff. I've had two pf9's

 

[viiiupndhead]

I've got over 200 rounds through my PF9. Lots of recoil compared to a larger 9mm but goes bang every time. For a hundred bucks more you might think about the Ruger LC9. Check out the youtube video review by hickok45. youtube video review by hickok45.

 

[Guy9]

Along with the rest of kel-tec owners, i have a pf-9 and love it. Carry daily with belt clip, conceals nice, i can depend on mine, no failures in about 400 rnds, and for me shooting it i can generally hit what im aiming at.

 

[halfmileharry]

I've got the little .380 for "Plan B" and have put as many rounds through it as I have my Kimber Custom 2 .45acp. Maybe more than the Kimber.
Always been 100% reliable. I make sure I'm very good with it. SIghts are thin and until you get used to them you won't like them at all.
I like the high slide on them. No problems with the slide digging into your hand.
I carry without a holster in my left rear pocket and I have to make sure that the mag release is towards my cheeks or the mag release will do just that. Release the mag and does so enough that I catch myself checking to make sure the mag is in place.
OH, the worst part is that I wear holes in my pockets quick from the rear of the slide.
That's my "whine time" on the Keltec.
I'll buy another one. It's been a great little back up for me.

 

[JohnP82]

You will get mixed reviews on KelTec. Some love them some hate them. I have never had an issue with any KelTec I own or any of the dozens that I have fired. I have a P32 that I have owned for 5 or 6 years now. It has never failed me once and is accurate enough for what I need it for. I trust it 100%. I also own a sub2k that I love. Again, never a single malfunction with it. I have fired several p11s, pf9s, and the pmr 30 and they were also all 100% functionally.

I do not doubt the people that say they have had issues with their KelTecs, but I can honestly say all of my experiences with the brand has been 100% positive. It is just up to you if you want to take the chance and find out for youreslf.

I will say though that the p11, pf9, and the p3at for some are not the most pleasant to shoot for extended periods of time at the range.


There is also the Diamondback DB9 out there, but that brand can bring some mixed reviews as well. I don't have any personal experience with this brand so I cannot comment on it.
Or the Kahr CM9 which so far is getting great reviews.

 

[JohnP82]

i am just looking for a supplementary carry weapon that i can have in the pocket of my sweat pants/pajama pants. But i deffinetly am looking for reliability.

If you are unsure if you want to try KelTec have you considered a snubbie revolver? It will not be as thin as the semiautos, but they are still very concealable and very reliable. I recently added a s&w 442 airweight to my carry options and I am loving it! My KT p32 is still the most concealable, but the 442 is about the same weight and easier to shoot. Don't get me wrong I still like the KelTec, but they both have their pros and cons. Just thought I would throw that option out there too. Good luck with your decision.

 

[Uncle Lee]

I carry a P3AT and have put over 600 rounds through it without any problems. I'll bet my life on it.
I carry a NAA Pug in 22 mag for backup.

 

[Redskinsfan]

I carry a P32 everyday, it has never malfunctioned and is incredibly accurate. My wife has an identical P32 that malfunctioned twice on hp ammo, I discontinued HP ammo and went to FMJ - never a single problem again. My son has a P32, it has been flawless. My wife and I have had our P32s for over four years, my son's has been his for 3 months.

Yes, I trust my Kel Tec. I carry it everyday.

Terry

 

[rnungester]

I have a kel-tec p-11 9mm. If you want a gun that is easy to conceal, light to carry, and packs a punch; the p-11 is you gun. I found the pocket clip very beneficial, some people do not like it. All-in-all for 250, the p-11 is a great gun

 

[Deet]

I had bad luck with my P11. Jammed all the time with HP ammo, trigger was a beast, and my finger got pinched alot by the trigger. Great gun to conceal, and 10 rounds in such a small gun is a plus. Price is still very reasonable. It was the only gun I owned that I loved and hated at the same time.

 

[FERLACH]

I own a keltec P32, P3AT, and PF9. All were bought new or as new condition. I have fired 300-400 rounds thru each one and have never had problem #1. Maybe I was lucky but I am very satisfied.

 

[TopDog]

Got to chime in here. I have a PF9 not sure of the round count as after I broke it in with a 100 rounds I don't shoot it that often, so I would guess maybe 300 - 400 rounds through it now. I carry it but not everyday so when I go to the range I always try to put some ammo through it. My opinion and take if for what its worth, I trust my PF9 with my life and don't hesitate to carry it. Also I have put ball and hollow points through it and never had a problem.

 

[MrSmitty]

I love my P-11! 100% reliable, the only issues I've had were due to a bad magazine, I smashed it and have had no problems since, I shoot it about once every month or so, I shoot my carry ammo (Remington Golden sabers) and they feed fine, and it will feed Winchester white box, and Tula steel case ammo too. You ARE NOT selling yourself short by purchasing a Kel-Tec, is it a Glock?...no, it's less expensive and has no snob appeal, by the way less expensive, to me, doesn't me cheap, or cheaply made, just costs less...period

 

[1911 mike]

My P11 is flawless. 2000 rounds and works wonderful. Not (1) problem of any kind.....