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Conratulations! I've followed the saga of your Kahrs and am glad things have finally been resolved satisfactorily for you. Who knows, maybe I'll try another one sometime.

Check the Kel Tec CNC site. It will give you a lot of info you're looking for. Now a few comments from me. I own one. Have put about 300-400 rounds thru it. First, it is very light, unbelieveably light, and easy to shoot. Pretty good trigger. As with most guns, it is far more accurate than I am, and the majority of shooters. Keltec has awnsered issues about "keyhole/tumbling" rounds by sending out relpacement barrels. And I guess this is a good time to address your barrel comment. Yes, it is short and skinny. But it's a .22. Yes, a .22 mag, but doesn't need to be the size of a .45 barrel. I called KelTec the day I bought my PMR30, asked about the barrel. Read them the serial number, was told "Yes, it did get a new barrel." I had it three days later. Haven't installed it yet. Keltec stated orginally that the twist rate in the orginal barrel needed to be changed and that would address and correct the keyhole issues. That was later changed to say that the ammo used was the cause of it. In fact, Keltec reccommended the use of CCI 40 grain ammo only with the gun. And even went so far as ths specify not to use Fioch ammo in it at all. That was later amended to using lighter, like the 30 gr., I believe. If my memeory is correct. As far as ammo, I took them at their word and used only the CCI initially. I had used the Fiochi 40 grain in my Smith revolver and was quite happy with it. In fact I had several bricks of it. Now, to what I've shot in it. CCI 40, Remington 40, Winchester DynaPoints 40, and Hornady V-Max 30 grains. I even tried the Fiochi and found I did have feeding issues with it. The length of the cartridge seemed to be the factor. Too long or short lead nose on the slug caused it to jam frequently, probably 2-3 times in each mag. Use of the other brands, regardless of grain weight, took care of feed issues. Keyhole or tumbling rounds? I experienced it with all brands. Seemed to me that it occurred when the barrel got good and hot. Like 50-75 rounds. Or just emptying the mags a quickly as possible and reloading and continuous firing. And with that light thin barrel, it can get pretty hot. Barrel changes. As I said, I haven't yet changed it out. But the original barrel is fluted, I assume for heat dissipation, surely not for weight savings. The replacement I got is, to my eye the same thickness, just unfluted. As stated earlier, havent swapped barrels yet. This particular toy has been supplanted by my new Ruger toys; a 22/45 with a can and a red dot sight and a MKIII Target that 's a ball. Both of 'em actually. But I will get back to the PMR30 soon. Don't have any issues with the dayglo sights. Easily picked up and highly visible to old eyes. Better accuracy will come with using and shooting this gun more frequently, I believe. Can't comment on the comparison with the FN 5seven and it's ballastic properties as I have no experience with them. The only real drawback to me is the mags. Loading those 30 round mags is a BEAR! By hand I can only load 26/27. But firing 26 shots can be tiring. And stinging 2 mags together...I thought it would never empty.

Awesome video!!

Thanks for posting. I've been looking at them to get some work done as well. Looks like good quality from the pics.

It's always a possibility. Kwik's actions seem to defy all logic and common sense.

The brick and stone is cool, but that Smith is absolutely awesome.

On a serious note, I fell in love, or maybe it was lust,...oh well, anyway; a 527 Carbine in 7.62x39. Looked great. Felt great. Really easy bolt action, and an absolutely sweet trigger. I hesitated, didn't buy it. Went back later and it was gone. Moral...if you see it, like it, want it...Buy It!

Having shot that pistol...I'd say that's a fair approximation. FWIW, the 45acp version is worse.

Amen.

Try Google. A lot of info can be found there...if you have acess to a computer.

QietDan, that's a NICE rifle! As for you Tempest...Wow. I'd like that setup myself. It might help me to see what I'm trying to hit.

Well said, my friend. I too, have bought, sold and traded at these gun shows we're all so fond of. And as Garufa has stated, I believe the big "loophole closure thing" is just a mutifaceted attack. One, on our wallets; as the idiots spending every penny and more in the state and couty budgets are just looking for another source of funds. And number two, this is hepled along by some, not saying all, dealers who resent the loss of sales from the FTF individuals. And thirdly, just another step in trying to regulate, reduce, and finally shut off the ability of individuals to purchase handguns and long guns outside the FFL dealers.

That kinda leaves me speechless.

Well said. A Big +1 for you.

Bark in the dark days when I took my clas from the Great One, Buford Tune; I believe it wassimilar. We were then told we could only carry with what we qualified with. But seems that didn't last too long.

Opinions vary.

Well now, just maybe another reason to take that required Wally World Walk.

Oh boy, here we go again.

Early 90's I believe. Used my then new Sig 229 40. Only had two mags and kept topping them off between stages. Lost a point because I left one round in my pocket unused one my qualification round. Got so excited I just missed the round.

Thanks. I'll check it out and maybe add to the pile to read as I get time.

OK, I'll be the first here to droll over it and say "I Want One!" Had the opportunity to shoot the orginal Coonan years ago and loved it. Couldn't afford one then. Now that it's in the price range of a good 1911...I believe I'll be in the market for one.

And we were getting just as disturbed then. Thinking the End of the World As we Knew It. Well, It's back for a return engagement.

That is wonderful!

Never been much of a drinker, except the traditional college stuff, but can't say I know what rubbing alcohol tastes like. Don't believe I really want to find out.

You say that like it's a bad thing.