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Kel-Tec P3AT

June 25, 2009

Wiley - I own an early edition Kel-Tec P3AT which I carry about 50% of the time, when my clothing choice makes it impractical to carry a heavier firearm. My Kel-Tec has no problem with hollow point anmmunition, but stovepipes every time I try to shoot FMJ ammunition, regardless of manufacturer. Is this common to the early edition Kel-Tec P3AT's? I obviously carry it only with HP ammo, but it is a pain at the range to have to clear it after every shot with FMJ.

Jim Pimentel

Dear Jim:

Thanks for writing with your question about feeding problems on a Kel-Tec pistol. While I have no recent experience with that particular model, I have had Kel-Tecs in the past and have encountered several problems.

However, as long as you paid your money, you have every reason to expect proper performance. I would contact this firm and explain your difficulty. Be prepared to tell them the brands and types of ammo that gave you the grief. They are a reputable firm and I believe they will resolve your problem.

To me, it sounds like you have a cartridge overall length issue, but I can't be sure without seeing the gun and shooting it.

Thanks,

Wiley Clapp.

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