Ruger LCP .380 ACP With LaserMax Laser and Pistol Pouch NEW IN BOX SOLD

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Thanks Jeremiah for stopping by and picking up this great pocket pistol with laser. Thanks also for your service as an EMT/firefighter!

Ruger LCP .380 pocket pistol with LaserMax factory laser

Ruger LCP .380 pocket pistol with LaserMax factory laser

Winner of the Shooting Industry Academy of Excellence® Handgun of the Year Award, the Ruger® LCP® delivers superior ergonomic design and handsome styling. When size and weight savings count, the LCP® is a natural for personal defense carry.

Manufacturer: RUGER®
Model: LCP®
Caliber: 380 ACP

Ruger® lightweight compact pistols are compact, yet powerful. From the perfect backup firearm for law enforcement to licensed carry for personal protection, Ruger® lightweight compact pistols are the perfect choice.  I consider this the best bang-for-the-buck pocket pistol.  Light, small, powerful, lethal!

• Through-Hardened Alloy Steel Slide Material
• Blue Slide Finish
• Alloy Steel Barrel Material
• Blued Barrel Finish
• 2.75″ Barrel Length
• 5.16″ Overall Length
• .82″ Width
• 3.60″ Height
• 9.9 Ounces (with laser)
• Fixed Sights
• 6+1 Capacity
• High Performance, Glass-Filled Nylon Grip Frame
• 1:16″ RH Twist
• 6 Grooves
• fixed sights
• trigger guard mounted LaserMax Centerfire laser with ambidextrous power switch

 

We also have the extended 7 round magazine in stock which retails for $40 on sale for $33.

Ruger LCP optional 7-round magazine with extended base plate.

Ruger LCP optional 7-round magazine with extended base plate.

All new in the box available immediately here in Rio Rancho.

We can refer you to a wonderful YouTube video that shows just how lethal a .380 ACP round can be for those who don’t think it is powerful enough. We prefer the Fiocchi Extrema which has the 90gr Hornady XTP Jacketed Hollow Point bullet. The round easily passes the FBI test by going through two layers of denim and then goes over 12″ through the ballistic gellatin.

Get this awesome micro-compact conceal carry gun today! We will even sell you a box of FiocchiExtrema ammo for $15 to go with it! We also have some regular .380 ammo for sale to use when learning to shoot the gun!

Ruger LCP with LaserMax laser and magazine extension.

Ruger LCP with LaserMax laser and magazine extension.

Heckler & Kock HK MP5 A5 made by Walther in Germany .22LR NEW – SOLD

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Friends Sage and Matt came by today and bought the last two MP5s I had in stock. Matt had one before and knew how nice they were and regretted selling it and couldn’t wait to get another one. Thanks to both of you for your purchase!

Heckler & Kock HK MP5 A5 .22LR Rifle

Heckler & Kock HK MP5 A5 .22LR Rifle

Heckler & Kock HK MP5 made by Walther in Germany .22LR NEW

Lifetime Replacement Warranty

The HK MP5 A5 Semi-Automatic Rifle is the classic configuration of the MP5 submachine gun developed in the mid-1960’s. It includes a standard forearm, retractable stock and compensator. The HK MP5 A5 Semi-Automatic Rifle in .22 L.R. is manufactured exclusively by Walther under license from HK. It is the only genuine HK tactical rimfire replica available in the world.

Heckler & Kock HK MP5 A5 .22LR Rifle

This is the first official Heckler & Koch MP5 chambered in .22 LR. Authentic in looks, feel, and operation, this replica MP5 is engineered as a dedicated .22 rimfire rifle. It s built in Germany with a match grade precision barrel, metal receiver, MP5 standard forearm, and retractable stock. It also has a NAVY pistol grip as well as HK-style sights and an imitation 3-lug flash suppressor to maintain authenticity. The compensator is attached so that the 16.1 inch barrel extends the full length of the gun and compensator. The magazine is made of high-strength polymer and is designed with grips for the spring on both sides making it simple to load. A 25- and 10-round version of the magazine is available. Both are proportionate in size to the centerfire version’s mag to maintain the authentic look of the 9mm MP5’s magazine.

Heckler & Kock HK MP5 A5 .22LR Rifle

Manufacturer: Walther Arms Inc|Heckler & Koch

Model #: H&K MP5

Type: Rifle: Semi-Auto

Finish: Matte Black

Stock: Black Synthetic, Retractable, Standard Forearm

Sights: FT: Post RR: Adjustable Windage & Elevation

Barrel Length: 16.1

Overall Length: 26.8 Retracted, 33.8 Extended

Weight: 5.9 lbs

Caliber: 22LR

Capacity: 25+1

Action: Semi-Automatic

# of Mags: 1

Receiver: Matte Black

Muzzle: Muzzle Compensator

Features: 3 Lug Imitation, Sling Attachments

Metal Receiver, H&K Style Sights

MSRP:  $499

Have found that you can make this rifle full auto very easily but you need a manufacturer FFL to do it legally, so don’t go doing something to get your thrown in jail.

Also, while looking around, there is a fixed stock if you don’t care for collapsible stocks. They are under $50.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars at Buds where you can buy it for $435.69

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited Edition Model Package NEW SOLD

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Thanks Bernalillo County Deputy Chuck for swinging by and getting this limited edition rifle. I am sure the world will be safer now!

Bernalillo County New Mexico Sheriff's Department

Bernalillo County New Mexico Sheriff’s Department

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited Edition Model Package with specially marked rifle, box, way cool street sign, commerative pin, replica ad, and sticker all NEW in original box!

Full Ruger Lifetime Warranty – Made in the USA!

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited

Now in production for 50 years, the Ruger 10/22 has become America’s favorite .22 rifle, and the company is celebrating that milestone with a $329 Collector’s Series 10/22 Carbine Rifle — of which only 25,000 will be made.

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited Edition Model Package with specially marked rifle, box, way cool street sign, commerative pin, replica ad, and sticker all NEW in original box!

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited Edition Model Package with specially marked rifle, box, way cool street sign, commerative pin, replica ad, and sticker all NEW in original box!

The Collector’s Series 10/22 features a limited-time, 50th Anniversary bolt marking, commemorative 50th Anniversary box with an exclusive Collector’s Series box decal, and “The Ruger 10/22 Rifle •22 LR — Fifty Years 1964-2014″ special receiver marking. Also included are a Collector’s Series pin, a 10/22 50th Anniversary bumper sticker, a replica of the original 1964 10/22 ad, and a limited edition Ruger Collector’s Series street sign.

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited

Ruger Rifle 10/22 .22LR 50th Anniversary Collectors Limited

This rifle ships with one BX-25, while retaining popular 10/22 features like the black synthetic stock, push-button, cross-bolt manual safety, and cold hammer-forged barrel.

The Collector’s Series 10/22 Carbine Rifle is Model Number 21104. It has a fiber optic front sight and adjustable fiber-optic rear sight, an 18.5-inch barrel, is 37 inches long, and weighs 5 pounds. Length of pull is a suitably short 13.5 inches for younger shooters. There’s also a combination scope base adapter for both Weaver-style and .22 “tip-off” scope mounts.

MFG # 21104

Caliber: .22lr
Capacity: 10 or 25rds (25 round magazine included)
Finish: Satin Black
Stock: Black Synthetic
Barrel: 18.5″
Fiber Optic front and rear sight

MSRP:  $329

Woodbury Outfitters $299.99 plus $15 shipping and FFL fee

Cabela’s special price $259.99

UZI Pistol .22LR 20 round NEW in Case Picatinny Rail and Threaded Muzzle SOLD

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Thanks to Douglas for coming up from Kirkland AFB to purchase this awesome UZI!

UZI .22LR


IWI UZI .22LR 20 round NEW in Case Picatinny Rail and Threaded Muzzle
LABOR DAY SALE – SPECIAL PRICING THROUGH 9/11 ONLY!!
We normally sell this at a heavily discounted price of $339.  Until the 11th we are selling them for $279!!!!

The original UZI SMG was updated and modernized many times during the years since its development half a century ago. The UZI pistol version is a very popular firearm for bodyguards and many groups guarding Heads of State and executives world-wide. The UZI pistol is also widely used by military and law enforcement special forces operators. Over 2 million firearms were produced since its creation. Walther is the exclusive manufacturer of the UZI semi-automatic pistol as a tactical rimfire replica. All dimensions are held to original specifications where possible. This is the only, genuine UZI tactical rimfire replica available in the world.

UZI .22LR

UZI .22LR

Caliber – .22 Long Rifle
Mag Capacity – 20 rnds
Weight w/out Mag – 3.8 lbs
Overall Length – 9.5 in
Barrel Length – 5 in
Barrel Twist – 1 in 13-3/4 in
Grooves – 6
Operation – Blowback
Muzzle Thread – M8x.75mm

Comes in a plastic padded case

MSRP: $499.99

An additional magazine is on sale for $25 and we also have a threaded barrel adapter and faux suppressor that can be attached.  The thread adapter adapts the M8X75mm thread to industry standard 1/2″X28 thread for standard accessories.  The thread adapter is $25 and the faux suppressor with the thread adapter is $49 for a $6 savings.  If instead, you wish instead to install an A2 style flash suppressor to the adapter, that combination is $40. 

For comparison, they are on sale at Buds for $373 plus shipping and FFL fee. 4.9 out of 5 rating!

Walther PPX M1 SD 9mm Threaded Barrel Picatinny Rail NIB SOLD

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Thanks to Nathaniel for coming down from Los Alamos to purchase one of those together with the faux suppressor. Nathaniel helps protect Los Alamos from bad guys and this awesome 9mm will help him protect his life and those he loves.

Los Alamos National Lab Security

Los Alamos National Lab Security

Walther PPX M1SD 9MM

Walther PPX M1SD 9MM

Walther PPX M1 SD 9mm Pistol with Threaded Barrel and Picatinny Rail NEW $339

MSRP $499 on sale for $339

Made in Germany

Here are all the features you look for in a duty pistol, at a price that will make you look twice. The new PPX offers a smooth trigger, ambidextrous magazine release, three integral safeties, rugged construction, and the famous Walther ergonomic grip. Walther Performance Design comes to the defense of your pocketbook

Walther PPX M1 SD 9mm Pistol with Threaded Barrel

Walther PPX M1 SD 9mm Pistol with Threaded Barrel

Manufacturer: Walther Arms Inc
Model #: PPX M1 SD
Type: Pistol: Semi-Auto
Finish: Black
Stock: Black Polymer
Sights: FT: 1-Dot RR: 2-Dot
Barrel: 4.6″ Threaded
Weight: 27.20 oz
Caliber: 9MM
Capacity: 16+1
Action: Double Action Only
# of Mags: 2
Receiver: Black Polymer, Equipment Rail
Features: Reversible Magazine Release, Threaded Barrel
Pre-Cocked Constant 6.5# Trigger Pull

Walther PPX M1SD 9MM shown with faux suppressor on threaded barrel

Walther PPX M1SD 9MM shown with faux suppressor on threaded barrel

Walther Full Lifetime Warranty

NOTE: We have a faux suppressor that will screw right onto this gun also listed in our ads. Buy both and we will take $5 off your purchase. We have added a picture showing the display suppressor attached.  If you don’t wish to buy the display suppressor but would like the thread adapter to adapt the M8X75mm thread to standard 1/2″X28, that is $25.  We also have an A2 style flash suppressor for $15 that will screw into the adapter.

Ruger LCP .380 ACP With LaserMax Laser and Pocket Holster NEW IN BOX SOLD

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Would like to thank Graham for stopping over and purchasing this great little pocket pistol with laser and the additional 7-round magazine that goes with it. Enjoy your new gun!

Ruger LCP .380 pocket pistol with LaserMax factory laser

Ruger LCP .380 pocket pistol with LaserMax factory laser

Winner of the Shooting Industry Academy of Excellence® Handgun of the Year Award, the Ruger® LCP® delivers superior ergonomic design and handsome styling. When size and weight savings count, the LCP® is a natural for personal defense carry.

Manufacturer: RUGER®
Model: LCP®
Caliber: 380 ACP

Ruger® lightweight compact pistols are compact, yet powerful. From the perfect backup firearm for law enforcement to licensed carry for personal protection, Ruger® lightweight compact pistols are the perfect choice.

• Through-Hardened Alloy Steel Slide Material
• Blue Slide Finish
• Alloy Steel Barrel Material
• Blued Barrel Finish
• 2.75″ Barrel Length
• 5.16″ Overall Length
• .82″ Width
• 3.60″ Height
• 9.9 Ounces (with laser)
• Fixed Sights
• 6+1 Capacity
• High Performance, Glass-Filled Nylon Grip Frame
• 1:16″ RH Twist
• 6 Grooves
• fixed sights
• trigger guard mounted LaserMax Centerfire laser with ambidextrous power switch

 

We also have the extended 7 round magazine in stock which retails for $40 on sale for $33.

Ruger LCP optional 7-round magazine with extended base plate.

Ruger LCP optional 7-round magazine with extended base plate.

All new in the box available immediately here in Rio Rancho.

We can refer you to a wonderful YouTube video that shows just how lethal a .380 ACP round can be for those who don’t think it is powerful enough. We prefer the Fiocchi Extrema which has the 90gr Hornady XTP Jacketed Hollow Point bullet. The round easily passes the FBI test by going through two layers of denim and then goes over 12″ through the ballistic gellatin.

Get this awesome micro-compact conceal carry gun today! We will even sell you a box of FiocchiExtrema ammo for $15 to go with it! We also have some regular .380 ammo for sale to use when learning to shoot the gun!

Ruger LCP with LaserMax laser and magazine extension.

Ruger LCP with LaserMax laser and magazine extension.

Mossberg International 715T Tactical Carry Handle Autoloading .22LR Rifle NEW

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Thanks Janice for coming here from the east side of the mountains to purchase this rifle with extra magazine!

Mossberg 715T Tactical Carry Handle AR style .22LR with 25 round magazine NEW

Mossberg 715T Tactical Carry Handle AR style .22LR with 25 round magazine NEW

Mossberg International 715T AR-Style Tactical Carry Handle Autoloading 25+1 round .22LR Rifle

ON SALE FOR A LIMITED TIME FOR AN ADDITIONAL $15 OFF THE ALREADY LOW PRICE, NOW $214

The look and feel of an AR in a lightweight, fun-to-shoot 22LR Rimfire.
A-2 style adjustable sights| 22LR | CAPACITY: 25+1 | BARRELS: 715T Flat Top: 16.25″ Barrel + A2 Muzzlebrake; Crowned Barrel | STOCK FINISH: Black Synthetic.

FEATURES: 6-Position adjustable stocks have a length-of-pull range of 10.5″ to 14.25″ ensuring a proper, comfortable fit; 25-round models come with convenient accessory loader cap that helps load magazines faster and with less effort.

Mossberg 715T Tactical Carry Handle AR style .22LR with 25 round magazine NEW

Mossberg 715T Tactical Carry Handle AR style .22LR with 25 round magazine NEW

All 715T rifles feature a vented quad-rail forend for use with a multitude of available accessories like lights, sights, lasers, and forend grips.

Mossberg 715T Tactical Carry Handle AR style .22LR with 25 round magazine NEW

Mossberg 715T Tactical Carry Handle AR style .22LR with 25 round magazine NEW

The Mossberg 37204 Tactical AR Rifle in .22 LR features an 18-inch barrel with 1 in 16in twist, blued finish, adjustable M4-style stock, front A2 style post sight, rear ghost ring sight, AR-style carry handle, quad Picatinny rail, sling mounts, and a 25 round capacity.

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We have an extra 25-round magazine in stock for sale at $24.00

Bud’s Gunshop Price of $247.20 plus shipping and FFL fee

Cheaper Than Dirt $241.49 plus $10 shipping and FFL fee

COLT 1911 A1 22LR Gold Cup Trophy Competition Configuration NEW SOLD

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Thanks to Edwin for coming up from Bosque Farms to purchase this great .22LR 1911 clone!

Colt 1911 A1 Gold Cup Trophy Competition .22LR

Colt 1911 A1 Gold Cup Trophy Competition .22LR

We are offering for a limited time this special gun at a very special price. The MSRP on this gun is $499 and consistently sells for $360 and up. In fact, the typical dealer COST is $361!!

The Colt Gold Cup is the competition configuration of the legendary Colt 1911 handgun. It includes a beavertail grip safety, target sights, skeleton trigger and other competition enhancements. The Colt 1911 A1 Gold Cup Semi-Automatic Pistol in .22 L.R. is manufactured exclusively by Walther under license from Colt. It is the only genuine Colt tactical rimfire replica available in the world.

Colt 1911 A1 Gold Cup Trophy Competition .22LR

Colt 1911 A1 Gold Cup Trophy Competition .22LR

Caliber – .22 Long Rifle
Mag Capacity – 12 rnds
Weight w/out Mag – 2.25 lbs
Overall Length – 8.6 in
Barrel Length – 5 in
Barrel Twist – 1 in 13-3/4 in
Grooves – 6
Operation – Blowback
Trigger – Single Action 5.5 lbs
Rear Sight – Fully Adjustable Target Sight
Front Sight – Removable, Drift Adjustable
Safety – Manual Thumb Safety, Grip Safety, Disconnector
Extractor – Internal + Pinned Ejector
Muzzle Thread – M8x.75mm

The following video is a similar model, but is NOT the Gold Cup Trophy version we are selling which has several accuracy and performance enhancements not included in the model in this video

Colt 1911 .22 Field Stripping & Cleaning

Colt 1911 Gold Cup .22LR with faux suppressor shown available elsewhere in our ads.

Colt 1911 Gold Cup .22LR with faux suppressor shown available elsewhere in our ads.

Kel-Tec PMR-30 30+1 .22 Mag/WMR 4.3″ Black NIB SOLD

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Thanks to Kelly for coming down from Jemez Springs to purchase this hard to find pistol!

Kel-Tec Model PMR-30 30+1 Round capacity, .22 Magnum/WMR 4.3″ Black NEW

Kel-Tec PMR-30 .22 Magnum/WMR 30+1 capacity, black, new

Kel-Tec PMR-30 .22 Magnum/WMR 30+1 capacity, black, new

Despite being out since 2011, there doesn’t seem to be any gun harder to get than this one. Even with all of the distributors I have an account with, there is only one that gets these in from time to time, and I was lucky to get another to offer for sale.  These are in very short supply resulting in a high demand.

Kel-Tec PMR-30 .22 Magnum/WMR 30+1 capacity, black, new

Kel-Tec PMR-30 .22 Magnum/WMR 30+1 capacity, black, new

The PMR-30 is a light weight, full size pistol chambered for the flat-shooting .22Magnum cartridge (.22WMR). The PMR-30 operates on a unique hybrid blowback/locked-breech system. This operation system allows for the use of a wide variety of ammunition as it seamlessly adjusts between locked breech and blowback operation, depending on the pressure of the cartridge. It uses a double stack magazine of a new design that holds 30 rounds and fits completely in the grip of the pistol. The trigger is a crisp single action with an over-travel stop. The manual safety is a thumb activated ambidextrous safety lever (up for SAFE, down for FIRE). The slide locks back after the last shot and a manual slide lock lever is also provided. The light, crisp trigger pull and fiber optic sights make the PMR-30 ideal for target shooting and hunting small game.

Slide and barrel are 4140 steel, frame is 7075 aluminum. Grip, slide cover, trigger, mag release, and safety levers are glass reinforced Nylon (Zytel), much like other Kel-Tec Pistols. Magazine is Also Zytel and holds 30 rounds, with round count ports. Other features include: dual opposing extractors for reliability, heel magazine release to aid in magazine retention, dovetailed aluminum front sight, Picatinny accessory rail under the barrel, Urethane recoil buffer, captive coaxial recoil springs. PMR30 disassembles for cleaning by removal of a single pin.

Kel-Tec PMR-30 .22 Magnum/WMR 30+1 capacity, black, new

Kel-Tec PMR-30 .22 Magnum/WMR 30+1 capacity, black, new

 

Calibers: .22 Magnum (.22WMR)
Weight unloaded: 13.6oz. 386g
Loaded Magazine: 6oz. 170g
Length: 7.9″ 201mm
Height: 5.8″ 147mm
Width: 1.3″ 33.0mm
Barrel length: 4.3″ 109mm
Sight radius: 6.9″ 175mm
Energy (40gr): 138ft-lbs 187J
Capacity: 30 + 1 rounds
Trigger pull: 4-6 lbs 17.8-26.7N

Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty

 

Kel-Tec P-3AT .380ACP Black 6 round *with* Crimson Trace Laser NEW SOLD

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Thanks Jose for purchasing this great pocket pistol and for Michael showing his to you which made you have to have one 🙂

Kel-Tec P-3AT .380ACP with factory installed Crimson Trace Laser

Kel-Tec P-3AT .380ACP with factory installed Crimson Trace Laser

Kel-Tec P-3AT .380ACP Black 6 round *with* Crimson Trace Laser NEW

The Kel-Tec P-3AT has a MSRP of $338 and the Crimson Trace Laser factory mounted on it has a MRSP of $229 for a combined retail of $567 on sale for $299!!! At this price you are paying less than retail for the pistol and getting the laser FREE!!

Lifetime factory warranty on the Kel-Tec P-3AT and a 3-year warranty on the Crimson Trace laser.

The P-3AT is a semi-automatic, locked breech pistol, chambered for the .380 Auto cartridge. It has been developed from our highly successful P-32 pistol with negligible increase in weight and size. The slidestop has been eliminated and the magazine capacity reduced to 6 rounds due to the larger cartridge. The firing mechanism is double action only. The magazine has a 6 round capacity. The KEL-TEC P-3AT is the lightest .380 Auto pistol ever made. Thanks to its locking dynamics and superior ergonometry, perceived recoil and practical accuracy are comparable to much larger guns. The P-3AT is mainly intended for plainclothes police officers as a secondary weapon, or for concealed carry by licensed citizens. The small grip size and light trigger pull make the P-3AT ideal for female shooters.

The P-3AT has five main component groups: barrel, slide, firing mechanism, grip, and magazine. The barrel is made of SAE 4140 ordnance steel, heat treated to 48 HRC. The slide is also 4140 steel, and contains the firing pin and the extractor. The rectangular frame is machined from solid 7075-T6 aluminum and houses the firing mechanism. The trigger connects via a transfer bar to the hammer. The hammer is driven by a novel free floating extension spring. The light weight firing pin transmits the energy of the hammer to ignite the primer. After firing, the hammer block holds the hammer away from the firing pin, providing a mechanical safety.

Kel-Tec P-3AT Sub Compact Pistol
Caliber: .380 ACP
Weight Unloaded: 8.3 Ounces
Loaded magazine: 2.8 Ounces
Length: 5.2″
Height: 3.5″
Width: .77″
Barrel Length: 2.7″
Sight radius: 3.8″
Muzzle Energy Max: 250ft-lbs
Capacity: 6 + 1 Rounds
Trigger Pull: 5 lbs

MSRP for the gun without the Crimson Trace Laser: $338.18

Kel-Tec P3AT .380ACP with factory installed Crimson Trace Laser

Kel-Tec P3AT .380ACP with factory installed Crimson Trace Laser

Crimson Trace Laser

Crimson Trace Laser

The groundbreaking LG-430 laser sight for Kel-Tec P-3AT and P-32 pistols was the first laser sight application Crimson Trace® developed. This unique design mounts seamlessly onto the trigger guard, placing the laser diode directly under the muzzle. A front-located pressure switch activates the Laserguard® with instinctive activation as the weapon is held in a natural firing grip. Fully adjustable for windage and elevation, the sleek LG-430 is the most fully-featured laser sighting system available for Kel-Tec pistols.

MSRP on the laser: $229

Crimson Trace Owner’s Manual

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Last but not least, and thanks for hanging in there…. There has always been conversations about what bullets were good enough for personal protection. Which were too weak, which were hard to shoot as they were too powerful for some people, gun and bullet combinations that don’t give you second shot repeatability, etc. etc…

For concealed carry you want a pistol that is light, easy to carry, because if it is too cumbersome, it will stay at home and then what good will that do you. I should also say this is about carry guns, not home self defense guns where shotguns and large pistols are just fine. But for something to carry, the .380 is more than sufficient for the protection you need, if loaded with the right ammo. For some proof, I suggest you check out this excellent video on the subject, Ammo Quest .380 Final Wrapup: finding the BEST ammo for a .380ACP pistol