Bought a new toy - Page 2

Mikey · 01-07-2011, 07:52 PM

Nice choice. Is the Kel Tec a PF-9? How is it as a carry weapon? I've been considering one as a carry weapon due to the nice size, low price, and I like 9mm.

racedoll · 01-07-2011, 08:19 PM

Very nice. I'll be interested to know how it shoots. I'm glad you were able to pick up something you seem very happy with.

fnfalman · 01-07-2011, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Corey

It's 2011, so I figured it was time to buy a new toy, and what better way to celebrate 2011 than buying my first 1911. My budget was a little less than I had planned, but I think I came away with a nice piece of hardware.

What a coinkidink!!!

I just picked up a Colt .38 Super as well. First purchase of 2011. Of course for Christmas 2010, I picked up a P7 PSP (and an SKS and an AK but we're just talking about handguns here).

MILK · 01-07-2011, 11:18 PM

I'm watching this thread for conceal as well. I am going to take the class sometime before my next ride and get something to carry.

Rangerscott · 01-07-2011, 11:22 PM

Dammit. STOP IT! You're making me want a .45. Gun show is this weekend, but if it's anything like last years, nothing to get excited aboot.

Corey · 01-07-2011, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by fnfalman

What a coinkidink!!!

I just picked up a Colt .38 Super as well. First purchase of 2011. Of course for Christmas 2010, I picked up a P7 PSP (and an SKS and an AK but we're just talking about handguns here).

Nice picks and pics! That Colt is sharp looking, and I'm in love with the P7. That thing is on my wish list.

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Originally Posted by racedoll

Very nice. I'll be interested to know how it shoots. I'm glad you were able to pick up something you seem very happy with.

Thank you, I will definitely update when I put some rounds down range.

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Originally Posted by Mikey

Nice choice. Is the Kel Tec a PF-9? How is it as a carry weapon? I've been considering one as a carry weapon due to the nice size, low price, and I like 9mm.

I love my PF-9. It's ridiculously small and easy to carry. I know there are guns out there that have better fit and finish and tighter tolerences, but the value on the Keltec is hard to beat. I can wear it all day and forget it's there. It's incredibly comfy to carry. I've sent over 1000 rounds through it of FMJ and JHP and have yet to have a single failure. It's got a heck of a kick for a 9mm, but it shoots every time and groups nicely. I carried the 1911 around today in the holster I use for my PF-9 and the difference in feel is completely night and day. I noticed my range of motion was more limited with the 1911 and it would print far more than the Keltec. Granted, the holster is not the greatest for the 1911, but it gave me an idea of weight and size. When I swapped the PF-9 back in, it felt fake. It's insanely light when compared to the chunk of metal of the 1911. I had a hell of a time finding something to replace it in carry duty just because of its light weight, slim design, and ease of concealment. Best $250 I've spent so far.

Rangerscott · 01-07-2011, 11:34 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIDoU...eature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZEEC...eature=related

MILK · 01-07-2011, 11:48 PM

Since you are talking carry, what do you think what would be a good carry for a woman? I know nothing about guns at this point but am researching... I will be taking the class in Feb, March.

Rangerscott · 01-07-2011, 11:54 PM

I would think most will say a .380. I say it's up to the individual on what bullet they can shoot accurate and at what barrel length. Of course when carrying you dont want a 7" barrel. LOL Also the weight of the gun and where you want to carry it (ankle, waist, chest).

I plan on carrying my Sigma 9 and I feel like its kinda too big to carry under my jacket. The gun size + holster + armor jacket + riding jacket = I know it's there a little too much.

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...layErrorView_Y

# Model: SW9VE
# Caliber: 9mm
# Capacity: 10

Rounds
# Barrel Length: 4" / 10.2 cm
# Front Sight: White Dot
# Rear Sight: Fixed 2-Dot
# Firing System: Striker
# Grip: Polymer
# External Safety: N/A
# Frame: Large
# Finish: Two-Tone Black
# Overall Length: 7.25" / 18.4 cm
# Material: Polymer Frame
Stainless Steel Slide
# Weight Empty: 24.3 oz / 688.9 g
# Purpose: Recreational
Home Protection

Rangerscott · 01-08-2011, 12:01 AM

This .380 looks mean.

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...layErrorView_Y

01-07-2011, 07:52 PM	#11
Mikey Raving Lunatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Antonio, Texas Moto: Concours 14 ABS, ZX6E Posts: 902	Nice choice. Is the Kel Tec a PF-9? How is it as a carry weapon? I've been considering one as a carry weapon due to the nice size, low price, and I like 9mm. __________________ Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.

01-07-2011, 11:34 PM	#17
Rangerscott Viff6N Mutated Warrior Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Moto: '01 Honda VFR 800 & '09 ER-6N Posts: 8,704	http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIDoU...eature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZEEC...eature=related Last edited by Rangerscott; 01-07-2011 at 11:38 PM..

01-07-2011, 11:54 PM	#19
Rangerscott Viff6N Mutated Warrior Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Moto: '01 Honda VFR 800 & '09 ER-6N Posts: 8,704	I would think most will say a .380. I say it's up to the individual on what bullet they can shoot accurate and at what barrel length. Of course when carrying you dont want a 7" barrel. LOL Also the weight of the gun and where you want to carry it (ankle, waist, chest). I plan on carrying my Sigma 9 and I feel like its kinda too big to carry under my jacket. The gun size + holster + armor jacket + riding jacket = I know it's there a little too much. http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...layErrorView_Y # Model: SW9VE # Caliber: 9mm # Capacity: 10 Rounds # Barrel Length: 4" / 10.2 cm # Front Sight: White Dot # Rear Sight: Fixed 2-Dot # Firing System: Striker # Grip: Polymer # External Safety: N/A # Frame: Large # Finish: Two-Tone Black # Overall Length: 7.25" / 18.4 cm # Material: Polymer Frame Stainless Steel Slide # Weight Empty: 24.3 oz / 688.9 g # Purpose: Recreational Home Protection Last edited by Rangerscott; 01-07-2011 at 11:59 PM..

01-07-2011, 08:19 PM	#12
racedoll AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: '04 Kawasaki ZX6RR Posts: 3,392	Very nice. I'll be interested to know how it shoots. I'm glad you were able to pick up something you seem very happy with.

01-07-2011, 11:18 PM	#14
MILK The cows want you dead. Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 2,087	I'm watching this thread for conceal as well. I am going to take the class sometime before my next ride and get something to carry.

01-07-2011, 11:22 PM	#15
Rangerscott Viff6N Mutated Warrior Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Moto: '01 Honda VFR 800 & '09 ER-6N Posts: 8,704	Dammit. STOP IT! You're making me want a .45. Gun show is this weekend, but if it's anything like last years, nothing to get excited aboot.

01-07-2011, 11:48 PM	#18
MILK The cows want you dead. Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 2,087	Since you are talking carry, what do you think what would be a good carry for a woman? I know nothing about guns at this point but am researching... I will be taking the class in Feb, March.

01-08-2011, 12:01 AM	#20
Rangerscott Viff6N Mutated Warrior Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Moto: '01 Honda VFR 800 & '09 ER-6N Posts: 8,704	This .380 looks mean. http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/w...layErrorView_Y