I know that when most people, especially those who do not carry concealed handguns, think of a concealed weapon they first bring to mind something classic like a Colt Government 1911 .45 ACP. Or maybe a “Dirty Harry” .44 magnum revolver with 8.5 inch barrel. But those are movie guns. While the .45 can be carried much easier than the .44 wheel gun, those weapons are focused on firepower much more so than concealability.
For “open carry” or in situations where your weapon is integral to performing your daily duties (law enforcement, security, open country, etc), the name of the game is stopping power. You need to be able to quickly incapacitate a threat in just a few shots, if not a single pull of the trigger. A Kel-Tec or similar small framed weapon is your backup, not your primary carry weapon.
But for something to be hidden from view, even up to the point where it can remain concealed under visual scrutiny, smaller framed and smaller caliber weapons are the order of the day. Stopping power becomes equal to, if not slightly subservient to the ability to keep your weapon hidden until you want to make it visible.
The Kel-Tec P32, I think, is a very good balance between size and firepower. It fits
nicely even in my big hand, and the recoil on a small framed gun like this with standard loads is not so uncomfortable as to make the gun shake around in my grip.
And even if the grip is uncomfortable for some shooters a 10 round magazine with grip extension is available for around $25.00.
I purchased this handgun used so it was under $200.00 and with ammo and holster it was little more than $200.00 out the door. And speaking of the holster, I know this is designed to be a pocket gun; just drop it in your pocket and go, but without a safety and the extra jostling it will get in a pants pocket, I wanted to get something a bit more secure.
The Fobus KT32 Elite Concealed Holster is a great
wear, especially for us big guys. It is angled so you can wear it back a little bit and still use a natural motion when drawing the weapon. It is secure, especially if you wear Dickies Pants. The belt loops are close enough with Dickies to keep the holster a bit more secure when moving around or sitting down in a chair with arms.
Over all I am very pleased with this purchase. It stays concealed, even when my coat is open indoors. It handles very well for a small polymer framed gun. And it is made in the USA, a plus when you are interested in buying American.
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December 31st, 2006 at 5:08 pm
You forgot to mention the weight. It is light as a feather even with a full clip. And you don’t need a safety if you don’t chamber a round while it’s in your pocket. And it’s purely double action so there’s really little need for a safety. Overall, I give your reveiw a “B”. Fix it up and I’ll offer you an “A”.