Little problem with my Kel Tec P 11...

Rob65 · 07-13-2008, 06:44 PM

Just picked a slightly used(50 rounds through it) Kel Tec P 11 9mm, and took it out to have some fun. The first round fired ejected the case straight up...and it landed down my shirt collar(ouch). I changed into a collarless shirt and the next 20 rounds bounced off my hat and shoulders. I cleared and field stripped it and took a look at the ejector and couldn't see any burrs. I fired an additional 200 rounds through it with no change.

Is this typical for the P11? The gun ran perfect with no jams or ftf's.

Any help would be appreciated

Robert

KGunner · 07-13-2008, 06:53 PM

Mine seems to sometimes eject the rounds up and back at me, but never have been really hit by them. Just hold it sideways like gangbangers and all your problems will be solved.

Otter · 07-13-2008, 07:33 PM

We have two and they don't seem to spit brass at us, can't find magazines for them. Everyone says they can get them, but when I went to the wholesaler they said they were on back order.

KW Gary M · 07-13-2008, 07:39 PM

I had the same thing happen with a Kel-Tec P 3AT. I borrowed a friend's when I wanted to shoot it to help me decide between a P 3AT or Ruger LCP. If the LCP doesn't have the ejection problem that is the way I'll go. I had one go down my shirt too. OUCH!!!!

samuel · 07-13-2008, 07:58 PM

The extractor needs ground back just a smidgen so it releases the casing sooner.It's a job for a gunsmith. sam.

thunderjohn · 07-13-2008, 08:42 PM

Don't have a problem with mine, but Sam has a good point.
You can use certain S&W mags with those, but they stick out the bottom.

Rob65 · 07-14-2008, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by samuel

The extractor needs ground back just a smidgen so it releases the casing sooner.It's a job for a gunsmith. sam.

Thanks. I'll drop it by my local shop and let 'em give it a try

Robert

Beach Bum · 07-14-2008, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Rob65

Thanks. I'll drop it by my local shop and let 'em give it a try

Robert

Have you tried contacting Kel-Tec? They have a pretty good policy or return/repair.

KW Gary M · 07-14-2008, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Beach Bum

Have you tried contacting Kel-Tec? They have a pretty good policy or return/repair.

As I debate between the Kel-Tec P3AT or Ruger LCP it is Kel-Tec's warranty and service that leans me their way. Still haven't decided but I do like Kel-Tec's warranty.

Rob65 · 07-14-2008, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Beach Bum

Have you tried contacting Kel-Tec? They have a pretty good policy or return/repair.

Never thought of that. Might be worth looking into.

Other than it making it rain brass, I'm real pleased with the little pistol.

Robert

SwedeSteve · 07-14-2008, 07:48 AM

I have a P32 that ejects the brass almost straight up, but not back at me. Sam's recommendation is something I will try at some point.

KW Gary M · 07-14-2008, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by SwedeSteve

I have a P32 that ejects the brass almost straight up, but not back at me. Sam's recommendation is something I will try at some point.

I'd double check your manual and warranty. On many automobiles the warranty goes void once a "Non-Ford or Non-Chevy etc" authorized mechanic works on it. Make sure you don't have to have an Authorized Kel-Tec Gun Smith do it to keep your lifetime warranty valid.

jackar · 07-14-2008, 08:15 AM

I had a P-11, bought it without seeing it, range owner ordered it for me. He discreetly tried to switch me to the P3-AT but I wanted the 9mm. I finally sold it at a loss. Never had the problem you mention, always ejected out the side, and never failed to fire or eject.

The long hard trigger pull was something else, and the overall size never fit my hands. I took what I got for it, added some and bought a J-Frame .38 Special. It doesn't have the capacity of the P-11 but fits my hands and has a nice trigger pull. YRMV.

daddyo · 07-14-2008, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by KW Gary M

I'd double check your manual and warranty. On many automobiles the warranty goes void once a "Non-Ford or Non-Chevy etc" authorized mechanic works on it. Make sure you don't have to have an Authorized Kel-Tec Gun Smith do it to keep your lifetime warranty valid.

From what I've heard over on KTOG.com , Keltec doesn't seem to care whether its an honest failure or a case of hot-rodding gone wrong. They just make it right.

KW Gary M · 07-14-2008, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by daddyo

From what I've heard over on KTOG.com , Keltec doesn't seem to care whether its an honest failure or a case of hot-rodding gone wrong. They just make it right.

I have heard about the same. That is what keeps me looking at the P 3AT over the Ruger LCP, the warranty. Everything I hear about Kel-Tec's cunsomer Service is Calss A rated. I'd still double check before I let another gun smith put a grinder to it.

PONTIACDM · 07-14-2008, 03:48 PM

Mine doesn't do that. I did have a Smith Sigma a long time ago that did though.

stalebiscuit · 07-14-2008, 04:11 PM

maybe it doesnt like you

try some different ammo

Rob65 · 07-14-2008, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by stalebiscuit

maybe it doesnt like you

try some different ammo

Before dropping it off at my local shop, I ran some different ammo through it with the same results.

I once owned another pistol that downright HATED me....a Walther P-22 that ejected the cases straight back into my forehead!LOL! The problem fixed itself after 40 rounds or so, bit was a hilarious 40 rounds!

Robert

squirrelbaster · 07-14-2008, 05:06 PM

i think the problem is your head not the gun!

Rob65 · 07-14-2008, 05:09 PM

LOL!!

07-13-2008, 06:44 PM	#1
Rob65 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 25	Little problem with my Kel Tec P 11... Just picked a slightly used(50 rounds through it) Kel Tec P 11 9mm, and took it out to have some fun. The first round fired ejected the case straight up...and it landed down my shirt collar(ouch). I changed into a collarless shirt and the next 20 rounds bounced off my hat and shoulders. I cleared and field stripped it and took a look at the ejector and couldn't see any burrs. I fired an additional 200 rounds through it with no change. Is this typical for the P11? The gun ran perfect with no jams or ftf's. Any help would be appreciated Robert

07-13-2008, 06:53 PM	#2
KGunner Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 440	Mine seems to sometimes eject the rounds up and back at me, but never have been really hit by them. Just hold it sideways like gangbangers and all your problems will be solved. __________________ Kel-Tec P11 Mossberg 500A Tactical 12 ga. 1947 Mosin Nagant M44 Yugo SKS 59/66

07-13-2008, 07:33 PM	#3
Otter Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Vermont Posts: 955 Images: 6	We have two and they don't seem to spit brass at us, can't find magazines for them. Everyone says they can get them, but when I went to the wholesaler they said they were on back order. __________________ Life is too important to be taken seriously.

07-13-2008, 07:39 PM	#4
KW Gary M Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Key West Florida Posts: 1,301 Blog Entries: 1	I had the same thing happen with a Kel-Tec P 3AT. I borrowed a friend's when I wanted to shoot it to help me decide between a P 3AT or Ruger LCP. If the LCP doesn't have the ejection problem that is the way I'll go. I had one go down my shirt too. OUCH!!!! __________________ To Say Guns Kill People Is To Say Automobiles Drive Drunk and Matches Commit Arson.

07-13-2008, 08:42 PM	#6
thunderjohn Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: MN Posts: 223	Don't have a problem with mine, but Sam has a good point. You can use certain S&W mags with those, but they stick out the bottom. __________________ Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1

07-13-2008, 07:58 PM	#5
samuel Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,087	The extractor needs ground back just a smidgen so it releases the casing sooner.It's a job for a gunsmith. sam.

07-14-2008, 07:48 AM	#11
SwedeSteve Thor's Hammer Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Alaska Posts: 10,400 Images: 1	I have a P32 that ejects the brass almost straight up, but not back at me. Sam's recommendation is something I will try at some point. __________________ Thank God we don't get as much Government as we pay for! -Will Rogers

07-14-2008, 08:15 AM	#13
jackar Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 113	P-11 Pro & Con I had a P-11, bought it without seeing it, range owner ordered it for me. He discreetly tried to switch me to the P3-AT but I wanted the 9mm. I finally sold it at a loss. Never had the problem you mention, always ejected out the side, and never failed to fire or eject. The long hard trigger pull was something else, and the overall size never fit my hands. I took what I got for it, added some and bought a J-Frame .38 Special. It doesn't have the capacity of the P-11 but fits my hands and has a nice trigger pull. YRMV.

07-14-2008, 03:48 PM	#16
PONTIACDM Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: OHIO Posts: 624	Mine doesn't do that. I did have a Smith Sigma a long time ago that did though. __________________ We are best friends but if zombies are chasing us. I'm kicking you in the leg!!

07-14-2008, 04:11 PM	#17
stalebiscuit Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: atlanta, but much rather be in valdosta Posts: 1,587	maybe it doesnt like you try some different ammo

07-14-2008, 05:06 PM	#19
squirrelbaster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,269	i think the problem is your head not the gun! __________________ "My Shotgun SAYS I AM the POLICE !"--Mooseman684 "I like Turtles!" youtube kid

07-14-2008, 05:09 PM	#20
Rob65 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 25	LOL!!