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Title: Kel Tec 380
Post by: creekrocket on December 21, 2009, 11:57:23 AM
I bought a KelTec 380 the other day, and already love it. I was wondering if any of y'all own one, and how you liked it.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Porter on December 21, 2009, 12:01:30 PM
I know a lot of people that have Kel Tecs and like them, but I was curious how hard 380 ammo is to get now?  I know a few friends were having a dang hard time finding any!

Looks like a sharp gun!!!
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: creekrocket on December 21, 2009, 12:04:17 PM
I've heard the same thing about finding ammo. Why do you think that is? Is the 380 fading away?
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: turkey stew on December 21, 2009, 12:11:49 PM
People are afraid of the antigun people outlawing ammo so they are hording all they can find!
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Mzlhunter on December 21, 2009, 12:23:09 PM
I have one and it's a great little gun. Probably shot 300 rounds through it. The only problem I have is it is picky on the loads it will shoot without jamming. Whatever you do don't try running any cheap loads through it as it's nothing but a headache. I use it as my concealed carry gun, put it in an Uncle Mikes holster and you can carry it around in a pocket unoticable.   
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Bulldogmikey on December 21, 2009, 01:12:16 PM
They are good guns for the money.

Mike
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Porter on December 21, 2009, 01:26:52 PM
People are afraid of the antigun people outlawing ammo so they are hording all they can find!

I think that is a major part of it too and I also heard the manufacturers are not cranking out as much.  It's also one of the most common concealed carry guns... 
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: CCCalls on December 21, 2009, 06:57:14 PM
My wife totes one.  I've put a couple hundred rounds through it with no problem. A very accurate, very concealable pistol.

Tim.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: labman on December 21, 2009, 08:25:57 PM
What do you need one of those for??
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Bulldogmikey on December 21, 2009, 09:49:58 PM
What do you need one of those for??

Personal Protection
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: labman on December 21, 2009, 11:20:12 PM
Ahhh.  I guess I live in a safer area.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: harmonden on December 22, 2009, 10:08:55 AM
whats a matter ...............don't like hand guns............. ::)
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Bulldogmikey on December 22, 2009, 10:12:13 AM
Ahhh.  I guess I live in a safer area.

 I thought that till one day a man walked into a neighbors a bit down the road to rob him and killed him (my neighbor)with a sawed off shotgun. You never know where you are safe anymore.

Mike

Oh by the way, I am a Minister but I would defend myself and my family at any cost. It wouldn't be wise to step into my house unless I know you.

Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: wisturkeyhunter on December 22, 2009, 10:36:35 AM
Ahhh.  I guess I live in a safer area.
National Health care does that much huh.  :)
You never know when some peckerhead is going to come after ya. Wisconsin is 1 of 2 states where concealed is illegal but we can carry open but I ain't got a handgun.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Mzlhunter on December 22, 2009, 12:39:09 PM
That's exactly why I have concealed carry and keep a gun in the truck at all times.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: B-Ready on December 22, 2009, 01:10:42 PM
I own 3 -1 is a .380-.32-and a 9mm they are great guns! I'm with you Mike I pitty the fool that tries to enter my home unwwelcomed!!!!
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: misfire on December 22, 2009, 01:16:15 PM
I have one, great little pocket gun. I carry it in my front pocket and forget its even there.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: callmaker60 on December 22, 2009, 01:26:39 PM
Ahhh.  I guess I live in a safer area.

Where in america do you live that is a safer area?
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: labman on December 22, 2009, 02:11:41 PM
Ahhh.  I guess I live in a safer area.

Where in america do you live that is a safer area?

The part that's called Canada  ROTFLMBO

We can own handguns, but they are very hard to obtain.  You need to take a special course, that is mucho $$$$  Then when you do have one, you are legally only allowed to take it from your property to a official gun range, and you're required by law to let the authorities know when you are doing it.  Waaaay too much hassle.  On the other hand, there isn't many places up here I wouldn't feel comfortable going to. 

Most people still don't lock the door at night...
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: B-Ready on December 22, 2009, 09:34:09 PM
Sounds nice,but I wouldn't want to live there. I guess I'll just stay here in Derby City, USA Locked and Loaded. * hi * Friends are always welcome!!!!!! Trespassers will be shot on entry * hi *BANG
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: creekrocket on December 22, 2009, 10:04:12 PM
Ingredior leviter labman , illa es bonus vetus gun portans American's hic
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: labman on December 22, 2009, 10:54:18 PM
That's OK Derby City.  There is one thing I've learned.  Don't make fun of someones College football team, and don't try and take away their guns  :D

I will add this.  I've traveled pretty extensively throughout America, and like home, I've never felt unsafe.  Maybe I'm dumb, naive, or both, but I can honestly say I have never thought I needed a protection.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: B-Ready on December 22, 2009, 11:50:50 PM
That's what's great about  USA you have a choice to carry or not. I choose to. I'm not bashing your country, or the fact you don't feel the need for a gun, That's Great!!! I think it's a case of "We agree to Disagree" on gun matters, Oh by the way Kel-Tec is a great choice ........If you ever change your mind *cheers*
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: wisturkeyhunter on December 23, 2009, 08:49:25 AM
 If I'm carrying a gun to defend myself its going to be top of the line. One of the big names. Ruger, S and W, Glock, Beretta, Sig, Colt, and a host of others. Not a second rate one.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Mzlhunter on December 23, 2009, 09:43:36 AM
I have a Glock, Berretta, and S&W in 9mm and .40 but they are to bulky for concealed carry that's why I went with the Kel-Tec. Kahr makes a nice pocket size gun but I didn't want to spend that kind of money
at the time I bought the Kel-Tec.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Zumer on December 23, 2009, 12:48:10 PM
Sorry, but in my mind, 380 doesn't have enough power for my liking. If/when I'm defending myself or my family, I'm carrying something with allot of knockdown power. I have a sawed off 12ga. here at the house....

     I will not carry any caliber under a .40. My choice is a .45 Colt, .40 Colt Defender, .44mag S&W, .41mag S&W......

     If harms way is headed toward me, I'd want to put them in a bodybag. PERIOD!!!

     If I seem a bit harsh, being a paramedic in the big city of Baltimore has made me that way, by being exposed to the criminal's ways of thinking & seeing what they will do to other folks.....They want, what you have and don't care about a bit about you as a person nor your family.

     I'll do what I have to do to stop them as quickly as I can........Don't send a boy to do a man's job.....

      Zumer
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Mzlhunter on December 23, 2009, 01:12:06 PM
I agree 100% Zumer. For home defense I have a .45 and wouldn't have anything smaller than a .40. The Kel-Tec 380 is only for concealed carry when a I don't want a big bulky noticeable gun strapped to me.
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: misfire on December 23, 2009, 02:33:43 PM
Dont knock a .380 too much, its still a .30 caliber round. I dont carry mine as much as I do my Sig P239, but for something to throw in your front pocket and forget about unless needed, it serves its purpose well. If I am going somewhere that requires me to dress a certain way and its not logical for me to carry my 9mm or .45 on the hip, this thing is perfect. I am the type that says I would rather have a gun ( any gun) and not need it, than to need a gunu and not have it!
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Bulldogmikey on December 23, 2009, 06:49:32 PM
Carried a 9mm for years. Never had to use it thank God. Have a .45 and a .44 mag. The kel Tec 380 is still a good gun for pocket or womens purse.

Mike
Title: Re: Kel Tec 380
Post by: Zumer on December 23, 2009, 08:28:27 PM
Sorry, didn't mean to knock the weapon or the caliper at all.......Just not enough firepower for my liking.

     Zumer