Kel-Tec P-11

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The Kel-Tec P-11 is a compact, semi-automatic, short-recoil operated pistol chambered in 9 mm Luger. It has been manufactured by Kel-Tec CNC Industries of Cocoa, FL since 1991.

The P-11 was designed by George Kellgren, the Swedish designer who also designed many earlier Husqvarna (Sweden), Intratec, and Grendel brand firearms. The P-11 uses an aluminum receiver surrounded by a polymer grip housing held to the receiver by polymer pins. The slide, barrel, and magazine are steel. A standard magazine holds ten rounds, although twelve round magazines (factory & after-market) are available. At fourteen ounces unloaded, and twenty ounces loaded, the handgun itself is comparatively light. The slide, barrel, and ammunition constitute most of its weight. The P-11 lacks an external or manual safety, relying instead on a long Double Action Only (DAO) trigger pull to prevent accidental discharge. A firing pin spring and low-mass hammer prevent accidental discharge if the gun is dropped. The P-11 comes with a ten round magazine as standard, with an option to purchase a twelve round magazine. The P-11 will also accept the Smith and Wesson 59 Series fifteen round magazines.