Video Review: Kel-Tec's P3AT .380 Semi-Auto, 15 Years Later

by
posted on October 8, 2018
The tiny little pocket pistol being swallowed up by the hands of American Rifleman's Christopher Olsen in the above photo, the Kel-Tec P3AT, has been on the market for 15 years. That's practically granddaddy status in today's fast-paced gun market, so why is it an NRA American Rifleman Gun of the Week? Well, since its introduction in 2003, the P3AT has revolutionized the concealed-carry handgun market with this dainty, no-frills little semi-automatic handgun that easily fits into even the most slim-cut clothing for easy on-body CCW. Weighing in at just a mouse hair over half a pound, and offering a 2.7-inch barrel and a six-round magazine capacity, the P3AT has no external safeties to slow down the armed citizen's response should it become necessary to draw this self-defense pistol. And at a mere $338, this is an option for even the tightest budgets. In this video, Olsen demonstrates how to take down and reassemble the P3AT while describing just what it is about this little gun that has assured its popularity for the last 15 years...and no doubt another 15 to come.

Latest

Assistance In The Ice
Assistance In The Ice

Throwback Thursday: Captain Joe Bernard and the Teddy Bear, Arctic Explorers

Life "East of Barrow and North of everything" was beautiful but harsh.

First Impressions: Savage AC30 B.O.B. (Back Over Barrel) Suppressor

This latest addition to Savage's AccuCan line of silencers was created to enhance the balance of your long gun.

Watch: Things You May Not Know About Suppressors

America's 1st Freedom Editor in Chief Frank Miniter discusses some interesting facts about silencers with an ear, nose, and throat doctor.

First Impressions: Magpul Breach Glove 2.0

Shooting gloves aren't just for law enforcement! Proper handwear can enhance any shooter's experience on the range.

Tend Your Freedom With Us: NRA-ILA Grassroots "NRA and You" Seminar

Your NRA is here to help you plant and nurture the grassroots support that keeps the Second Amendment healthy!

Video Review: Winchester .21 Sharp Cartridge

It's not a magnum rimfire, nor is it a rebooted .17 HMR ... it's the .22 LR's brilliant little brother.

Interests



Get the best of NRA Family delivered to your inbox.