Kel Tec P-3AT .380 Very Limited Range Report

[asmurff]

I got to go shoot the Kel Tec today but only 37 rounds since all the ammo I could find was one box of 50. Since I wanted to be able to load the pistol and one magazine afterwards I kept 13 rounds.

It fired flawlessly, no FTF or FTE. I fired slow aimed shots for about half, and rapid fire the other half.

It hits where it is aimed although the sights are tough to use. At 3 yards I was able to keep aimed groups to less than 1/2". The rapid fire I was able to keep them on the  >:D Gnome's  body (yes I know very unscientific) which is roughly 3" x 3". I didn't go back any futher since if this is the only gun you carry you need to be shooting and scooting. I'll keep a 1911 or Beretta in my vehicle for back-up if I carry this one.

I have nothing to measure the trigger pull with, but it wasn't bad, much less than my Beretta 92 in double action. I'd guess the advertised 5 pounds is about right.

Only being able to get two fingers on the grip was weird but doable, I have the extensions coming from Kel Tec. I also ordered a Handall Jr. Grip Sleeve from Hogue since the thin grip pushes rather hard into the meaty area between thumb and forefinger.

Overall I like it and it fills a niche for me. I'll shoot it enough to remain proficient with it, but fun plinking won't be it's use.  :grin:

[steel609]

Very good range report Smurf!

I have the Kel-Tec P11 and PF9. IMO, they are very underrated as an excellent CCW.

[asmurff]

I was able to locate some ammo this week so I'll get to shoot is again tomorrow. I also found some Remington Golden Saber HPJ to keep it loaded with.

I got in the magazine extensions and the Hogue over grip and it feels much more comfortable in my hand.