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ForeverInDebt 04-13-2007 07:28 PM
Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
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Kel-Tec PF-9 - Anybody shot one of these?

I'm thinking of getting one to take the place of my P-3AT (2nd gen) with which I have been very satisfied, and which I carry daily.

OTOH, the 1st gen P-3AT had some issues. Maybe I should wait a while? I was looking at the Kahr PM9, but the Kel-Tec is much cheaper.

http://www.kel-tec.com/pf9.html
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The PF-9 is a semi-automatic, locked breech pistol, chambered for the 9 mm Luger cartridge. It has been developed from our highly successful P-11 and P-3AT pistols with maximum concealability in mind. The PF-9 has a single stack magazine holding 7 rounds. It is the lightest and flattest 9 mm ever made. Firing mechanism is Double-Action Only with an automatic hammer block safety. The PF-9 will be available in blued, parkerized, and hard chrome finishes. Grips will be in black, grey, and olive drab.

The PF-9 accessory rail will accept the latest compact weapon lights and lasers.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Calibers: 9mm Luger 9x19mm
Weight unloaded : 12.7 oz. 360g
Loaded magazine : 2.8 oz. 81g
Length : 5.85" 149mm
Height : 4.3" 109mm
Width : .88" 22mm
Barrel Length : 3.1" 80mm
Capacity : 7 + 1 rounds

The PF-9 retains the best features from our P-11 and P-3AT pistols combined into the flattest and lightest single stack 9mm configuration ever made. The barrel, locking system, slide stop, assembly pin, front sight, recoil springs and guide rod are adapted from the P-11. The PF-9 is nearly identical to the P-11 in length and height and shares the same exterior controls. The shorter trigger system with integral hammer block and the extraction system are adapted from the P-3AT. Just like the P-11, the PF-9 will accept +P ammunition, however, not with continuous use.

The rear sight is a new design and is adjustable for windage with the supplied allen wrench as well as for elevation with the use of shims (not included). The included 7 round rectangular magazine is supplied with a finger extension base plate and numbered holes. The under barrel accessory rail shares the dimensions of the MIL-STD-1913 picatinny rail although there is only one locking notch in the forward position.

SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE

Description Price
PF-9 Pistol, Blued $ 333.00
PF-9 Pistol, Parkerized $ 377.00
PF-9 Pistol, Hard Chrome $ 390.00

Prometheus 04-13-2007 07:42 PM
Re: Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
PF9 is definately bigger...

I've got a p3at and I love the compactness... IMO the P3at or the PF9 are backup pistols anyway. 7 rounds of .380 or 8 of 9mm in that tiny of a package really isn't that big of a preformance improvement compared to the size trade off.

FWIW I've also got a P11, which isn't that much bigger than the PF9 and it holds 10 (or 12 with LEO mags)+1 rounds. Now the trade off in size for the Pf9 to the P11 is definately worth it IMO.

You are also going to be paying top dollar (most likely) for a bit until the newness wears off. When it does you'll be able to buy one for teh same price as a p11 or p3at, 230 NIB and out the door.

ForeverInDebt 04-13-2007 07:54 PM
Re: Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
Thanks for the response.

I have checked out the P-11 but am a bit wary of its internal mechanisms. Apparently it's not "drop safe". I prefer the P-3AT mechanism which was designed into the PF-9, even though it doesn't have "second strike" capability. Also, thinness is a very big selling point for me, because I want maximum concealability.

Ghost Recon 04-13-2007 09:03 PM
Re: Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
I just sold a gen I, P3AT. To many problems. Thinking about a gen 2 or a pf-9 or a xd 45 or a kahr p9 or a.......

That P-11 has got that drop/boom problem. They've corrected that with the new pf-9. I might wait for a gen 2 pf-9. Not sure at the moment. How come there are very few pf-9's in the stores?

Kahlil Gibran 04-13-2007 09:42 PM
Re: Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
I own a Kahr P9 and am happy.

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Goldfinger 04-13-2007 09:46 PM
Re: Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
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Originally Posted by Sukhoi_fan (Post 572122)
My suggestion the most energy in the smallest package, and it's the safest/most reliable too -

http://glocky.kvalitne.cz/data/g26-1.jpg

Of course I use the mag extensions for a better purchase.

Plus it will accept the higher capacity mags that fit the larger models, should a reload be called for. A Glock subcompact and two full size mags should do the trick.

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I carry a G26 myself and love it!

ForeverInDebt 04-13-2007 09:53 PM
Re: Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
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Originally Posted by Sukhoi_fan (Post 572122)
My suggestion the most energy in the smallest package, and it's the safest/most reliable too -
I have a G26 as well. It was my first CCW pistol. Definitely not a bad gun - very good for IWB or Thunderwear carry.

My G26 stays in my "Bug Out Bag". I have a 30rnd mag for G18 that fits my G26 - of course it sticks out a bit - LOL. What I want is a gun with reasonable power (9mm+) suitable for pocket carry.

Thanks for the replies!

mayhem 04-13-2007 11:46 PM
Re: Kel-Tec PF-9 pocket pistol
 
I have a the .380, had it since it first came out. Back up #3 along with the .38 snub and the Kimber Ultra II. But if I were to have a glock it would be this one, http://www.gmorinllc.com/stuff/glock.mpeg

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