Kel Tec fans

michaelfm · 2007-01-11

I'm a Kel Tec fan as well, and I regularly carry the P3AT (.380 cal) and a P11 9mm on occasion. Kel Tec owners, feel free to post here.

muttmutt

· #101 · Dec 13, 2007

Ordered a set of these AG Laser pads and grip cover for my P32. They are making them for the full line of Kel Tec's. They are a great product and I see much improvement over the standard grip. They also add no bulk to the gun. I find it much easier to get ahold of the little feller. I received them in 3 day's. Check them out-

www.aglaser.com/grips/instructions.html

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Xiphos

· #102 · Dec 17, 2007

Keltec .32 reviews wanted.

I love my Taurus handguns, and the response I've had from the company, but in searching for a handgun I can conceal wearing summer clothes, I have looked at the Keltec P32. It's also time for me to play Santa to myself for Christmas, and this is what I'm considering purchasing. It looks cheap, but I've read good magazine reviews. Anybody have firsthand knowledge of reliability and accuracy of this particular little jem? Any input would be appreciated, and thanks alot.

Jon

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Steelheart

· #103 · Dec 17, 2007

Re: Keltec .32 reviews wanted.

I had one for a while a few years ago. It was reliable as long as it was clean, get a box or two of shells through it and it started to get flaky. As I think back, I had gotten one of the KT 10rd mags that wasn't reliable so I'd skip those. Now I will add that I never did the Fluff-N-Buff to it. As far as accuracy, it would have done its job at a range appropriate for the gun (is close range). The reason I traded it off was that I didn't want to have something that small if I needed to try and stop someone from attempting to kill me. But I still think about getting another one as a second (or third) gun as they are just so easy to carry.

There is also the Kel-Tec P3AT which is the same size (or close enough that it doesn't matter except with a close fitting holster) and is in a larger caliber (380acp vs 32 acp).

I'm not sure on your local prices for these but CDNN has the constantly on order (so if they don't have any, they're on order). The P32 is $200 and the P3AT is $220. You'd have $13 shipping and handling plus whatever your local FFL charges you (they must be shipped to an FFL). Yes, these are new guns. I asked this when I called about them one time and I'm still thinking about getting one at some point. If you download their current catalog, they don't list prices for most of the handguns in there but the prices are in the hard copy that you can get in the mail. The prices I gave are from the current one, but then again, they hadn't changed from the last one. Don't forget extra magazines.
http://www.cdnninvestments.com/

Have you thought about just dressing around your PT140 and not worrying about it? It isn't that difficult to conceal a gun that size even in summer. I do it with my XD which is about the same size. A quality holster will be cheaper than a new gun (but I know, you won't have another gun to shoot ;D ).

Steelheart

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thunderjohn

· #104 · Dec 18, 2007

Re: Keltec .32 reviews wanted.

I have a P32 and I really like it. I was having problems with several 380 even with an upgraded ejector, so I sold them and kept the 32. It fits well anywhere. No weight. And I can keep all the shots in a 6" circle, fairly rapid fire at 7 yards. That's pretty good for me with a DAO pistol with basically no sights. I have 2 and will probably sell one. Too bad you aren't in MN. Some or many will say the 32 isn't worth much. It's worth alot if it means I'm taking it with me instead of leaving a big gun home.

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Xiphos

· #105 · Dec 18, 2007

Re: Keltec .32 reviews wanted.

thunderjohn said:
I have a P32 and I really like it. I was having problems with several 380 even with an upgraded ejector, so I sold them and kept the 32. It fits well anywhere. No weight. And I can keep all the shots in a 6" circle, fairly rapid fire at 7 yards. That's pretty good for me with a DAO pistol with basically no sights. I have 2 and will probably sell one. Too bad you aren't in MN. Some or many will say the 32 isn't worth much. It's worth alot if it means I'm taking it with me instead of leaving a big gun home.

Congratulations on being a Grandpa!!! I have a 19 year old, and I'm afraid one day I'm gonna hear the words "she's pregnant" before I hear "I graduated", or "I got a job". It's good to hear that you are confident in the .32, what's a used one go for anyways? I would want to get the belt clip option, do you have that, and how has it worked for you?

Thanks to all for the input, please feel free continue the feedback.

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thunderjohn

· #106 · Dec 18, 2007

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Ya know, when I see these 32's for sale on the different auctions, they sell for as much as a P-11. Usually around $180-$190 plus the shipping, transfer fees, etc. I think I ended up with about $225 in mine. But it was mint. I don't see many for sale. Maybe that's why the prices are where they are. The new ones are usually around $225 plus all the shipping, transfer, etc. I only have a belt clip for my P-11. The 32 fits so nice in my pocket ( jeans or especially cargo pants or shorts ) that I never got one for it.

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muttmutt

· #107 · Dec 18, 2007

Re: Keltec .32 reviews wanted.

I use mine for a bug. Sometimes primary . It is very easy to conceal. I put a set of grip pads and cover on it and it really improved the feel of the grip. I would recommend one . I think I paid $190 in new condition.

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Bill DeShivs

· #108 · Dec 18, 2007

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I have carried one since they first came out.
My wife carries one. My stepdaughter will soon carry one.
Bill

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velvalco

· #109 · Dec 18, 2007

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i've been looking at the p3at and the p11, i'm thinking i'll go with the p11 when the time comes,,,cheaper ammo.

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SgtKnuckles

· #110 · Dec 18, 2007

Re: Keltec .32 reviews wanted.

~I have a NAA Guardian .32 BUG that is a "Always Gun"~
Because of the Low FPE of a .32 you need to go with the FBI's recommendation to make a .32 into a "Deadly Beast"... You will get Deadly results with FMJ's... You will shoot holes in Heads, holes though Lungs, Heart, and reach deep enough to to Blow Out A Splene Or Aorta... All these lead to Bleed Out and Death... Only a Head shot or Spine shot above the shoulders is a Knock Down One Shot in any Caliber...

Note: Hollow Points must be thought of as a Para shoot that opens up to slow the Bullet Down on bigger calibers that have High FPE's to keep 100% of the Bullets (no shoot through) energy in the BG... The Bigger Wound Channel is just a Bonus for Bigger Calibers that leads to faster Bleed Out and incapacitation...

Note: Always back that first shot up with a quick second shot...<

) Now that you have the BG's attention with the Two Holes you put in him, it is optional to empty your gun on him...<

) Remember, its not fare to shoot BG's in the Back...!!! That Takes Points Off Your SCORE...<

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~Pick Your Poison Bullet~you will see Bullets that surpass the "FBI's" recommend 12" to 14" penetration...
http://www.goldenloki.com/ammo/gel/32acp/gel32acp.htm

Handgun Wounding Factors and Effectiveness
http://www.firearmstactical.com/pdf/fbi-hwfe.pdf

Who says one of the "Best Finished" (gold looking) and Deepest Penetrating Bullets isn't priced right...!!!
Fiocchi Ammunition 32acp 73gr FMJ (50)
http://store.dauvensfishinhole.com/2006625.html

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Xiphos

· #111 · Dec 18, 2007

Re: Keltec .32 reviews wanted.

WOW, thanks for all the input everybody, it is much appreciated. It looks at though the overall rating would be excellent from what I've read, I will be purchasing this when I get my half cast off just after Christmas. Thanks again everybody!!!

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