Carry Pistol for 350.00? - Page 2

jesse485 · 07-04-2009

Makarov; Kahr has a model that may sell for around there, especially used. Kel-Tec PF9. I own a Mak and a Kahr (different model), and I recommend them for carry guns.

andyrping · 07-04-2009

You can get a Hungarian PA-63 or Polish P64 for about half that. I had a P64 and it always went bang. The PA-63's are supposed to be super reliable as well. I always figured Mil-Surp guns are designed for performance and many have trusted their lives to them so I could as well. The P64 fit in the pocket very nicely.

Joe Williams · 07-04-2009

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Originally Posted by esrice

Sure!

My recommendation at the $350 level would be a S&W .38 snubbie.

That.

jblomenberg16 · 07-04-2009

I have two options that were both less than $350:

1) Taurus PT111 in 9mm - can CCW with an IWB holster with untucked T-shirt or similar. This is my daily carry.

2) Taurus .38 spl ultralite snubby (their copy of the S&W). I can carry this in my pants pocket if needed without holster, or in an IWB or pancake holster. This is my wife's carry gun, but I'll carry it when she isn't and I need something a bit smaller than the PT111.

If you only had $350 to spend once, the .38 snubby would probably be the way to go, especially since you already have some good Glocks.

But to throw a bit of a wrinkle in there...there is a .32 H&R mag in the same frame size, that gives you 6 rounds instead of 5, and has similar terminal ballistics. Ammo is a bit harder to find, and more expensive.

clfergus · 07-04-2009

I am really interested in the Kel-Tec P3AT. I have seen a few guys in shops who pull them out of their pockets and state that is their full time carry. I just watched a few videos on your tube and it looks pretty accurate for such a small gun. Looks like I can get one for around 250.00. Anyone have anything bad to say about these?

Looks like the perfect side to pocket carry.

jesse485 · 07-04-2009

I have a P32 which is just about the same size (mine is just a hair smaller). I LOVE the Kel-Tec, it is accurate, reliable (when clean and broken in), and easy to shoot. I think my wallet is more cumbersome to carry, I carry in the front and back pockets depending on what I wear.. The 3ATs are similar, but don't have a last round hold open (main reason I got the 32), and have more reliability and pain complaints. Good guns for the money.

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Originally Posted by clfergus

I am really interested in the Kel-Tec P3AT. I have seen a few guys in shops who pull them out of their pockets and state that is their full time carry. I just watched a few videos on your tube and it looks pretty accurate for such a small gun. Looks like I can get one for around 250.00. Anyone have anything bad to say about these?

Looks like the perfect side to pocket carry.

furbymac · 07-04-2009

i have a taurus pt145 for $380 after taxes and fits well in my iwb holster from comp-tac i love it and it is with me everytime i leave the house. i belive the pt140 is around the same price and not sure about the pt111 (9mm) but very dependable so far and i only have had 2 ftf but those were on the first time being shot and went away after i cleaned it

paperboy · 07-04-2009

I really like the Kel-Tec P3AT. Works flawlessly. It's a carry alot, shoot a little gun. What I mean by shoot a little is that it not a quality issue but the rounds are kind of salty. They are not fancy looking but the price is great, paid $245 and the quality has been great. There were some issues with the 1st Generation (from what I read) but the Second Generations from what I have experience with are great buys!

chubbs · 07-04-2009

Kel tec pf9. I've put alot of rounds threw mine and never had a problem

Thundorr · 07-04-2009

i would suggest a s&w snubbie they are great carry guns. you shouldn't have a problem finding one under 350.

07-04-2009	#14 (permalink)
jblomenberg16 Expert Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Seymour Posts: 1,440	I have two options that were both less than $350: 1) Taurus PT111 in 9mm - can CCW with an IWB holster with untucked T-shirt or similar. This is my daily carry. 2) Taurus .38 spl ultralite snubby (their copy of the S&W). I can carry this in my pants pocket if needed without holster, or in an IWB or pancake holster. This is my wife's carry gun, but I'll carry it when she isn't and I need something a bit smaller than the PT111. If you only had $350 to spend once, the .38 snubby would probably be the way to go, especially since you already have some good Glocks. But to throw a bit of a wrinkle in there...there is a .32 H&R mag in the same frame size, that gives you 6 rounds instead of 5, and has similar terminal ballistics. Ammo is a bit harder to find, and more expensive. __________________ Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony. - Ghandi

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07-04-2009	#11 (permalink)
jesse485 Plinker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Michigan City Posts: 109	Makarov; Kahr has a model that may sell for around there, especially used. Kel-Tec PF9. I own a Mak and a Kahr (different model), and I recommend them for carry guns.

07-04-2009	#12 (permalink)
andyrping Sold My Soul for a New Gun Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greenfield, IN Posts: 273	You can get a Hungarian PA-63 or Polish P64 for about half that. I had a P64 and it always went bang. The PA-63's are supposed to be super reliable as well. I always figured Mil-Surp guns are designed for performance and many have trusted their lives to them so I could as well. The P64 fit in the pocket very nicely.

07-04-2009	#15 (permalink)
clfergus Joy in The Journey Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeast Indy Posts: 222	I am really interested in the Kel-Tec P3AT. I have seen a few guys in shops who pull them out of their pockets and state that is their full time carry. I just watched a few videos on your tube and it looks pretty accurate for such a small gun. Looks like I can get one for around 250.00. Anyone have anything bad to say about these? Looks like the perfect side to pocket carry.

07-04-2009	#17 (permalink)
furbymac Plinker Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: noblesville Posts: 110	i have a taurus pt145 for $380 after taxes and fits well in my iwb holster from comp-tac i love it and it is with me everytime i leave the house. i belive the pt140 is around the same price and not sure about the pt111 (9mm) but very dependable so far and i only have had 2 ftf but those were on the first time being shot and went away after i cleaned it

07-04-2009	#18 (permalink)
paperboy Plinker Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pulaski County Posts: 226	I really like the Kel-Tec P3AT. Works flawlessly. It's a carry alot, shoot a little gun. What I mean by shoot a little is that it not a quality issue but the rounds are kind of salty. They are not fancy looking but the price is great, paid $245 and the quality has been great. There were some issues with the 1st Generation (from what I read) but the Second Generations from what I have experience with are great buys!

07-04-2009	#19 (permalink)
chubbs Plinker Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: in a jeep down by the river Posts: 157	Kel tec pf9. I've put alot of rounds threw mine and never had a problem

07-04-2009	#20 (permalink)
Thundorr BANNED Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: fortville Posts: 65	i would suggest a s&w snubbie they are great carry guns. you shouldn't have a problem finding one under 350.