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What's the best pocket gun

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#1 ·
I wanted a pocket gun for a backup and I might need to use it as a primary on super hot days. I will not carry anything less than a 9mm. I wanted the Kel-Tec P9 but it won't be out for a few months. My dealer told me to get the Kahr p or pm but the price is up there and I hear they can jam at times and you must shoot 200 round for break in. I picked up the Kal-Tec p11 last week and have not shot it and it only cost 210. I don't want to trust it for a primary and don't want to drop 6 bills on a Kahr. Any suggestions?
 
#4 ·
I've put alot of rounds through my P-11 in the last 8 months, I would not worry about it's reliability. It's definately has a safer trigger pull than a Glock, especially for pocket carry. I have learned through practice to treat the trigger like a 2 stage military trigger. A fast pull until the striker starts to move, which can easily be seen, and then squeeze after that. Also mine prefers 124 grain bullets in general and thw Speer Gold Dots in particular.
 
#6 ·
a couple of years ago, I had a Colt Pont .380 semi auto, and I used that for pocket carry.

Now, though, I just toss my Walther P99c in my front pocket. It's about the size of the Glock 26.

Yea, it prints a little. But, I have it in an Uncle Mike's holster - it's just a bulge in your pocket. Could be keys or something else. Who will know.

I used to be the same way - something like that was too big. But, a friend of mine who is a state trooper in Louisiana carries his off duty Glock 27 in his front pocket. Only, the fool does it without a holster :? :?
 
#7 ·
I have 2 that I chose from. The Sig Sauer P232 is great for a rear pocket pistol but is a little on the pricey side. The one I always reach for to go in the front pocket is my Keltec P3AT .380. It shoots great and for a pocket pistol, price and comfort...I can't complain. I have the clip on it so it's easy to just clip and go.
 
#10 ·
Best cheap pocket pistols is KelTec in 32 or 380 I perfer the 32.
Next up Seecamp or a Colt Mustang.
Then my # 1 pocket a PPK/S
Wheel guns a S&W J frame.
 
#11 ·
Light weight revolvers.

Best, IMO, for light weight, with a lot of power is either the S & W 642 38 +P (under $350.00) or the S & W 442 38 + P(around $375.00). Very light weight (around 15 oz.) and dependable with just a little cylinder buldge.
 
#12 ·
I've had a KelTec P11 for a couple of years.. So far it's been 100% reliable and accurate at self defense range. (5-7'). I think the accuracy drop off at greater distance is more because I'm an old fart with declining vision and lack of hand stability...


I was so pleased with the P11 I bought a P32 and it has been just as reliable and accurate...

Best Wishes,

J.P
 
#16 ·
I put a box of 50 through imy P-11 today and no problems. Most of the work and time spent at the range was loading it 5 at a time. I'm glad I got it and look forward to the PF9. I might have to get the P3A. Everyone I know who has one loves it. I go to the KTOG all the time and will register. This is the first forum I've ever belong to and I really enjoy it.

 
#23 ·
Well, we have had our new house less than 1 year, and have had many other issues come up. Eventually, I won't have to do that, and can get more.

I was "owed" $1200 of gun money I "loaned" to the household when we bought the house. LAter, she denied that I ever "loaned" it to the household, and this cause many arguments. But, I figured that I recovered $200-$300 of it during refinishings I have done to some guns. And, I made a deal w/ her to use $300 of the house funds to buy my USP compact, and we would just call it even. She agreed, so she wouldn't have to hear about it anymore :p
 
#24 ·
Shipwreck said:
Well, we have had our new house less than 1 year, and have had many other issues come up. Eventually, I won't have to do that, and can get more.

I was "owed" $1200 of gun money I "loaned" to the household when we bought the house. LAter, she denied that I ever "loaned" it to the household, and this cause many arguments. But, I figured that I recovered $200-$300 of it during refinishings I have done to some guns. And, I made a deal w/ her to use $300 of the house funds to buy my USP compact, and we would just call it even. She agreed, so she wouldn't have to hear about it anymore :p
Way to hang tough. :p
 
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