The "Impulse "Buy

HotGuns · July 6th, 2007, 03:36 PM

It finally happened today. I went into a gunshop and came out with something that I had NO intention of buying when I went in.

There is a gunshop that I hangout in occasionally, usually going there every Friday since I work at 4-10 hour days. The owner is a member of my gun club, used to work where I do and he always has some great conversation. He is also a gun nut, buying anything and everything that is new. He's been known to buy stuff just to shoot and then resale as a used gun. As a result of that, I get to see and play with all of the latest and greatest stuff.

Although he lets me handle anything I want, its not often that I buy guns. Fact of the matter is, I have enough that I just dont need another. When I do buy a gun, I will thoroughly research it and mull over it for awhile before I actually buy it. I will always shop for the lowest price and it may takes me months to get what I want.

Today was different. He had 2 Keltec PF-9s in there and I had never seen one. Normally, I'm not that high on Keltecs as I see many models of them on the range when doing CHL classes and some of them work and some of them dont.Some display great accuracy and some of them dont.

So he shows one to me and I fondle it. Its a single stack, has a 7+1 capacity, in a size that is small, but not so small as to be to small for my rather large hands. The thing that I liked most about it is that is FLAT. Very flat. Flat enough so that dropping the gun into the pocket of my 'cargo" shorts was virtually undetectable. I put it into my front pocket...no bulge. Put it into my side pocket...no bulge. Finally, I dropped it into my right rear pocket and still there was no tell tale bulge. Since I am left handed and I out my wallet in my left pocket, that back pocket is a perfect place for a 8 shot 9MM.

The real beauty of the gun came when actually shooting it. I must admit that I really didn't expect a whole lot from the gun and would have been satisfied with it if it just fired like it was supposed to without malfunction.

Man...was I ever surprised.

Although the trigger is not the best, it is workable. The first shot dead centered a two inch diameter bullseye at 7 yards. After some slow fire, which basically shot the center out of the bullseye, I decided to shoot it as I would if I ever had to use it...rapid fire, basically point shooting.

The recoil was a bit brisk, but buy no means distracting,after all it is a small gun. It was very controllable, firing all shots into about an 8 inch diameter at 7 yards, this with me cranking the trigger as fast as I could.

Backing up to 10 yards and using the small sights with some trigger control proved that the little gun as as accurate as I can shoot it. No malfunctions of any kind using Winchester Ranger SXT.

About the only thing I dont like about it is the slide must be pulled back to release the slide after it locks. I would prefer to just hit the slide release for a rapid reload but it just ain't happening...reminds me of a Glock. That and the fact that Keltec only supplies one magazine with their guns. Whats up with that ? Any semi auto ought to have a least TWO mags come with it.

So, it was an impulse buy and one that is very rare for me. I am glad that I did it though. I am seriously considering making it my new back gun after I put some more rounds through it.

Captain Crunch · July 6th, 2007, 03:40 PM

HotGuns · July 6th, 2007, 03:44 PM

I figured there are enough threads with Keltecs on them already.

It looks no different than any other except that it is flatter.

Redneck Repairs · July 6th, 2007, 03:47 PM

Welcome to the great " buy em when ya see em " club LOL

Edited to add

Please pick it out , i have a khar , and want to feel better/worse that i did not wait for a cheaper option LOL .

HotGuns · July 6th, 2007, 04:00 PM

I'm no P-95 when it comes to pictures...but here ya go...

Gunnutty · July 6th, 2007, 04:05 PM

Arkies have great taste in guns. I carry the old P11 alot (not my main carry piece) and love it. Congrats on the addition. We don't always need them but it sure is fun when they follow you home.

P95Carry · July 6th, 2007, 04:07 PM

Pic is fine Bob - thx for that. Must say I have yet to handle one but feedback so far seems quite good. Only one question - how much space is there inside trigger guard for finger? I found P3AT I had very tight for space in that area - enough to bother me.

Haha - ''impulse'' buys ... yeah - been there. Went into gun shop three or so years ago - wanted some SD ammo. Came out with NIB Super Redhawk, and had them fit a Millet red dot. Shucks, that dented my pocket book that day LOL.

Captain Crunch · July 6th, 2007, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HotGuns

I figured there are enough threads with Keltecs on them already.

It looks no different than any other except that it is flatter.

Point taken, HotGuns, but I thought you might post some pics of your targets, too.

Besides, I just love to post that TTIWWOP emoticon!

HotGuns · July 6th, 2007, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Only one question - how much space is there inside trigger guard for finger? I found P3AT I had very tight for space in that area - enough to bother me.

I've got fair sized fingers and it dosent bother me. There is enough slack in the trigger that resting your finger on the trigger leaves about 1/4 of an inch from the trigger guard.

I just noticed that the rear sight is adjustable for windage. Not that I needed it, but it is a nice touch.

P95Carry · July 6th, 2007, 04:27 PM

Sounds good - thx

July 6th, 2007, 03:36 PM	#1
HotGuns Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 5,160	The "Impulse "Buy It finally happened today. I went into a gunshop and came out with something that I had NO intention of buying when I went in. There is a gunshop that I hangout in occasionally, usually going there every Friday since I work at 4-10 hour days. The owner is a member of my gun club, used to work where I do and he always has some great conversation. He is also a gun nut, buying anything and everything that is new. He's been known to buy stuff just to shoot and then resale as a used gun. As a result of that, I get to see and play with all of the latest and greatest stuff. Although he lets me handle anything I want, its not often that I buy guns. Fact of the matter is, I have enough that I just dont need another. When I do buy a gun, I will thoroughly research it and mull over it for awhile before I actually buy it. I will always shop for the lowest price and it may takes me months to get what I want. Today was different. He had 2 Keltec PF-9s in there and I had never seen one. Normally, I'm not that high on Keltecs as I see many models of them on the range when doing CHL classes and some of them work and some of them dont.Some display great accuracy and some of them dont. So he shows one to me and I fondle it. Its a single stack, has a 7+1 capacity, in a size that is small, but not so small as to be to small for my rather large hands. The thing that I liked most about it is that is FLAT. Very flat. Flat enough so that dropping the gun into the pocket of my 'cargo" shorts was virtually undetectable. I put it into my front pocket...no bulge. Put it into my side pocket...no bulge. Finally, I dropped it into my right rear pocket and still there was no tell tale bulge. Since I am left handed and I out my wallet in my left pocket, that back pocket is a perfect place for a 8 shot 9MM. The real beauty of the gun came when actually shooting it. I must admit that I really didn't expect a whole lot from the gun and would have been satisfied with it if it just fired like it was supposed to without malfunction. Man...was I ever surprised. Although the trigger is not the best, it is workable. The first shot dead centered a two inch diameter bullseye at 7 yards. After some slow fire, which basically shot the center out of the bullseye, I decided to shoot it as I would if I ever had to use it...rapid fire, basically point shooting. The recoil was a bit brisk, but buy no means distracting,after all it is a small gun. It was very controllable, firing all shots into about an 8 inch diameter at 7 yards, this with me cranking the trigger as fast as I could. Backing up to 10 yards and using the small sights with some trigger control proved that the little gun as as accurate as I can shoot it. No malfunctions of any kind using Winchester Ranger SXT. About the only thing I dont like about it is the slide must be pulled back to release the slide after it locks. I would prefer to just hit the slide release for a rapid reload but it just ain't happening...reminds me of a Glock. That and the fact that Keltec only supplies one magazine with their guns. Whats up with that ? Any semi auto ought to have a least TWO mags come with it. So, it was an impulse buy and one that is very rare for me. I am glad that I did it though. I am seriously considering making it my new back gun after I put some more rounds through it. __________________ AR. CHL Instr. To achieve world government, it is necessary to remove from the minds of men, their individualism, loyalty to family traditions, national patriotism, and religious dogmas.' Dr. G. Brock Chisolm

July 6th, 2007, 03:40 PM	#2
Captain Crunch Senior Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Montana, The Treasure State Posts: 6,765	__________________ Memo to the President: I'll keep my guns, money & freedom... You can keep the "change!" Terry

July 6th, 2007, 03:44 PM	#3
HotGuns Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 5,160	I figured there are enough threads with Keltecs on them already. It looks no different than any other except that it is flatter. __________________ AR. CHL Instr. To achieve world government, it is necessary to remove from the minds of men, their individualism, loyalty to family traditions, national patriotism, and religious dogmas.' Dr. G. Brock Chisolm

July 6th, 2007, 04:00 PM	#5
HotGuns Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 5,160	I'm no P-95 when it comes to pictures...but here ya go... __________________ AR. CHL Instr. To achieve world government, it is necessary to remove from the minds of men, their individualism, loyalty to family traditions, national patriotism, and religious dogmas.' Dr. G. Brock Chisolm

July 6th, 2007, 04:05 PM	#6
Gunnutty Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Arkansas Posts: 921	Arkies have great taste in guns. I carry the old P11 alot (not my main carry piece) and love it. Congrats on the addition. We don't always need them but it sure is fun when they follow you home. __________________ We will be much better off when we learn to deal with things as they really are, instead of how we wish them to be!

July 6th, 2007, 03:47 PM	#4
Redneck Repairs VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 5,141	Welcome to the great " buy em when ya see em " club LOL Edited to add Please pick it out , i have a khar , and want to feel better/worse that i did not wait for a cheaper option LOL .

July 6th, 2007, 04:07 PM	#7
P95Carry Assistant Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South West PA Posts: 25,366	Pic is fine Bob - thx for that. Must say I have yet to handle one but feedback so far seems quite good. Only one question - how much space is there inside trigger guard for finger? I found P3AT I had very tight for space in that area - enough to bother me. Haha - ''impulse'' buys ... yeah - been there. Went into gun shop three or so years ago - wanted some SD ammo. Came out with NIB Super Redhawk, and had them fit a Millet red dot. Shucks, that dented my pocket book that day LOL. __________________ Chris - P95 NRA Certified Instructor & NRA Life Member. "To own a gun and assume that you are armed is like owning a piano and assuming that you are a musician!." If a BG dies as the result of pointing a gun at me, then he has merely succumbed to an occupational hazard of being a thug

July 6th, 2007, 04:27 PM	#10
P95Carry Assistant Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South West PA Posts: 25,366	Sounds good - thx __________________ Chris - P95 NRA Certified Instructor & NRA Life Member. "To own a gun and assume that you are armed is like owning a piano and assuming that you are a musician!." If a BG dies as the result of pointing a gun at me, then he has merely succumbed to an occupational hazard of being a thug

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