In my possession are Kimber, S&W, Ruger, Rossi, and Kel-Tec handguns (and maybe some others

), and the Kel-Tecs are the "always guns". Admittedly I had some problems with my early serial numbered "second generation" P3AT, but having had previous and very pleasurable experience with a P11, I stuck it out. I also had a KT Sub2000 folding rifle that was excellent, which I traded for a Kel-Tec P32 for my wife. The P32 has been flawless, and if shot placement counts for anything over just making noise and missing targets with a larger caliber, my wife can handle herself. Since my P3AT was returned to me in perfect working order (from one of the very best service departments in any USA made weapons) I was fortunate enough to score a PF9, 9mm pistol. The PF9 has now become my only 9 mm, as I had no reason to keep the others around. Admittedly, Kel-Tec has had some issues with some of their pistols, but any manufacturer that works on such a fine edge of the cutting edge of technology will experience problems. Their handguns are made to be extremely light weight, concealeable, and still pack a potent punch. The designs of the pistols being so light weight cause many shooters to blame the gunn for issues that can often be traced back to "limp wristing". That's all fodder for another thread somewhere else though. Personally, I trust my Kel-Tecs, and my (and wife's) ability to properly use them if needed.