policerevolvercollector
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I just bought one on Gunbroker. Does anyone here have one? Opinions? My plan is to make it a back up pistol at work etc.
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Kel Tec PF-9 ***UPDATE***
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PF-9
I had 1, liked it but traded it for a P-11, which I carry sometimes.
Give it a go.
tb
I had 1, liked it but traded it for a P-11, which I carry sometimes.
Give it a go.
tb
MI-LPTroll
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I had read some decent reviews on them in the past. Take 'er to the range and tell us how she did when you have 'er!
bluegrassarms
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I've carried one. I like it well enough. Nothing fancy but it's been reliable and comfortable to shoot. I like the single stack size of it for the overall size, fits my hand well and the grips hold well for me.
Here's the key for it and any gun: take it out and put some rounds through it and make sure that specific gun is working reliably for you. There's a huge debate re the Kel Tecs generally about FTE and if it's limp wristing or the gun itself. I've never had trouble with Kel Tecs but some do, and no matter how good the quality control an individual gun can have issues or be flawless.
Do keep the feed ramp good and clean and make sure it doesn't have any rough spots, and check the extractor b/c the gun is rated for +P ("not continuous" ) but too many high pressure loads can cause that extractor to fail and you don't know what was shot in it. (if you bought it used of course, NIB it's not a worry)
Also make sure the mag release is firm. If you have any problems with it being loose or the gun not locking back on an empty mag you can probably sweet talk Kel Tec into replacing the mag release. If it gets sloppy it can not hold the slide back on the last round.
Like I said I've fired a few hundred rounds through one and had zero issues. But be prepared for some bashing. Kel Tec and Hi-Point get a tough rap for some reason, probably b/c they aren't going for style points on the looks, and I can't argue with that point. lol.
Here's the key for it and any gun: take it out and put some rounds through it and make sure that specific gun is working reliably for you. There's a huge debate re the Kel Tecs generally about FTE and if it's limp wristing or the gun itself. I've never had trouble with Kel Tecs but some do, and no matter how good the quality control an individual gun can have issues or be flawless.
Do keep the feed ramp good and clean and make sure it doesn't have any rough spots, and check the extractor b/c the gun is rated for +P ("not continuous" ) but too many high pressure loads can cause that extractor to fail and you don't know what was shot in it. (if you bought it used of course, NIB it's not a worry)
Also make sure the mag release is firm. If you have any problems with it being loose or the gun not locking back on an empty mag you can probably sweet talk Kel Tec into replacing the mag release. If it gets sloppy it can not hold the slide back on the last round.
Like I said I've fired a few hundred rounds through one and had zero issues. But be prepared for some bashing. Kel Tec and Hi-Point get a tough rap for some reason, probably b/c they aren't going for style points on the looks, and I can't argue with that point. lol.
I had a PF9 for a short time. It ran great. I probably never put more than 50-75 rounds through it in a single range session, so it never really got an endurance test. I sold it after a few months because I have other guns I shoot better that fill the same role, but there was nothing wrong with it.
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I don't own a PF-9 but have heard they are very close to the P-11 for the way they handle - I do own a P-11. My P-11 is my "truck gun" and back up as well, and have carried it on occasion. I can tell you that my P-11 trigger is a finger pincher/biter, so much so that I stopped shooting more than one mag. at the range because of it. A couple of weeks ago, I ordered a trigger conversion from Northwood Components (I am not affiliated with them) installed it put 50 rounds thru the gun - I am a very happy camper today. What a huge difference.
If you find you don't care for the trigger on the PF-9 you might want to try the Northwood trigger conversion on yours as well. There is a lot of information on these at the Kel Tec Owners Forum and you can read up on the product at Northwood Components web site.
Northwood Aluminum Trigger Conversion
You might find the trigger doesn't bother you as is - but if it does, this trigger replacement is really worth the price - at least it was for me. Let us know how you like the PF-9 - I've been pleased with my P-11 - more so now with the trigger conversion.
Good luck.
Pete
If you find you don't care for the trigger on the PF-9 you might want to try the Northwood trigger conversion on yours as well. There is a lot of information on these at the Kel Tec Owners Forum and you can read up on the product at Northwood Components web site.
Northwood Aluminum Trigger Conversion
You might find the trigger doesn't bother you as is - but if it does, this trigger replacement is really worth the price - at least it was for me. Let us know how you like the PF-9 - I've been pleased with my P-11 - more so now with the trigger conversion.
Good luck.
Pete
Had mine for 3 years now, no problems with it at all if you use a firm grip when shooting. When I hit the 4000 round mark I replaced the recoil spring out of an abundance of "I know better with a bottom feeder" although it would still have functioned OK. Unlike some PF9's mine feeds 147gr 9mm without issues but the weight is more recoil felt in the hands. It was a daily carry until my lady friend started to carry it instead of me, she can duplicate my experience with this weapons platform and is a damn good shot with it as well. Never had a problem with Keltec customer service either, they took care of a minor problem with a P3AT quickly. jb
Arik
Member
If you're looking for small single stack light 9mm check out Kahr CW9. They run about $350 new and are much better then Keltec.
Quite a few require "fluff and buff" to run right and run with 147gr. If you dont shoot a lot its an ok gun, most likely will work but i wouldn't use it as a gun that i bet my life on.
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Quite a few require "fluff and buff" to run right and run with 147gr. If you dont shoot a lot its an ok gun, most likely will work but i wouldn't use it as a gun that i bet my life on.
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wyccad915
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My father has one, he replaced it with a bodyguard .380 as his carry but he has been trying to sell it to me. Depending on the size of your hand, you might find that ordering the magazine extensions help a lot, it also allows you to carry an extra round. I initially had trouble shooting it, I was getting a lot of FTE, but once I learned to hold it correctly the problem went away. It was my fault and not anything to do with the firearm. It's a pretty good gun for the price.
Vulcan Bob
Member
I've had one now for about four years and it's my daily carry piece. Never had a malfunction with standard pressure ammo and for what it is its quite accurate. My preferred 9mm load is the Speer 124gr +P Gold Dot, this load is too hot for the PF-9 as the slide speed is too fast and wont pick up the next round in the mag, gets past that point before the round has a chance to get up and ready. As in most other small polymer frame guns you must keep a rather firm grip on it or it may malfunction usually a failure to eject. Other than the +P thing it is a reliable accurate pistol and for the buck is exceeded in value only by the Makarov.
jeffsmith
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The PF-9 is my "Shoot Little Carry A-lot" Gun
I am Very Small in stature so even my S&W M&P9c
is too big for comfortable everyday carry
I am very Happy with the PF-9
and if I wasn't confident in its ability to go bang all the time
I wouldn't use it as a carry gun
BTW I have found mine does NOT like 147gr so i use standard 124gr
I am Very Small in stature so even my S&W M&P9c
is too big for comfortable everyday carry
I am very Happy with the PF-9
and if I wasn't confident in its ability to go bang all the time
I wouldn't use it as a carry gun
BTW I have found mine does NOT like 147gr so i use standard 124gr
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Cocked & Locked
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reliable but hand smacking little pistols
I've got one that has been 100% malfunction free. It shoots fine with any 9mm ammo I've tried in it...varying from 115 grn to 147 grn. I like it so well that I have five magazines for it.
In this picture the magazine is loaded with 115 grain Federal 9BP JHP's. After I found out it shoots and functions very well with Corbon 147 grain +P JHP's the Corbon has become my ammo of choice in it.
For whatever reason I didn't like the snaggel-tooth look from the silly little light rail on the front...so I did some plastic surgery and removed it.
I saw a PF9 at a LGS the other day that I was tempted to buy it. It had a tan frame and a hardchrome slide.
I've had a P11 and liked it fine except for the trigger which was terrible. The PF9 trigger is much better but still needs some improvement.
My wife has a Kel Tec .32 she carries daily and has for years...never any issues with it either.
I've got one that has been 100% malfunction free. It shoots fine with any 9mm ammo I've tried in it...varying from 115 grn to 147 grn. I like it so well that I have five magazines for it.
In this picture the magazine is loaded with 115 grain Federal 9BP JHP's. After I found out it shoots and functions very well with Corbon 147 grain +P JHP's the Corbon has become my ammo of choice in it.
For whatever reason I didn't like the snaggel-tooth look from the silly little light rail on the front...so I did some plastic surgery and removed it.
I saw a PF9 at a LGS the other day that I was tempted to buy it. It had a tan frame and a hardchrome slide.
I've had a P11 and liked it fine except for the trigger which was terrible. The PF9 trigger is much better but still needs some improvement.
My wife has a Kel Tec .32 she carries daily and has for years...never any issues with it either.
I bought one that was a factory blem for $199.00 a couple of years ago, and I never found a blemish, it looked perfect. It also function perfectly, was very accurate, and had a fairly light trigger. It wasn't much fun to shoot though... that thing kicked like a mule, and anyone who thinks the 9m/m is a wimp should try shooting it in a skinny 14oz gun. I would usually fire a magazine or two, then set it down and shoot something else and let my hand rest, then shoot the Kel-tec some more. I sold it and bought something else but it was an outstanding CCW and one of the best gun values in the industry.
jaykellogg
Absent Comrade
I have one as my primary carry gun. They are snappy and require a firm grip to prevent limp wristing. Mine has a Northwoods aluminum trigger and IMO it makes the gun much better. The only problem I had is the ejector failed (stamped sheet metal). This jammed the slide closed and I had to use a screwdriver through the magazine tunnel to retract the slide and strip the gun. No cost, Kel Tec sent me the part. It is a very easy gun to carry and conceal and has the firepower to get the job done. It isn't a range gun. I can shoot a fair group. Had you not bought yours I would have advised you to pay just a bit extra for the hard chrome slide. If you bought it new it has a lifetime warranty.
Cocked & Locked
Member
That sums it up well.
Well i had one. It carried great and shot great. However i bought a sub 2000 at the same time and it wouldnt get thru a mag with out 5-7 FTF FTE so i sent it back they fixed it. But could never really trust them after that.
GregoryJ
Member
I had one, sold it once I got a Shield. Simply no comparison. IMHO.
Cocked & Locked
Member
I guess not!
Kel-tec makes a good product. Have had several over the years. Yes, the 9 does kick...ahh it is a lightweight pistol. You have to be careful with those things cause you forget that you have it on you. For its intended purpose it does a good job. At that price point you get to own a pocket pistol that will go bang and if you practice with it, I don't think that you will be regretting your purchase.
Everybody will tell you to buy a quality gun or this one is the best, you got to find what works in your hand and pocket. Take a look at any of the general sale sites on the web and see what brands and models are "always" trying to be sold. Carried a .380 Keltec for years and it is still in the 3 pistol rotation. Now a Kel-Tec that will kick.....try one of those puppies in 40 S&W. My wrist sent me a 'nasty gram' note about that one!
Everybody will tell you to buy a quality gun or this one is the best, you got to find what works in your hand and pocket. Take a look at any of the general sale sites on the web and see what brands and models are "always" trying to be sold. Carried a .380 Keltec for years and it is still in the 3 pistol rotation. Now a Kel-Tec that will kick.....try one of those puppies in 40 S&W. My wrist sent me a 'nasty gram' note about that one!
