PT 111 experience

dogngun · 11-04-2002, 10:02 AM

I recently bought a PT 111 , slightly used, with the case and 2 mags, for $290. I was looking for a light, mid size carry pistol.
I fired it with several types of 9mm ball and then JHP ammo, and have had no problems with it.
I have 2 minor complaints - it's a little hard to re-assemble,( the trick is to get the barrel in the right position), and the front sight screw comes loose.(Loctite)
This pistol has not failed to feed or eject, and shoots a good size group for a DAO pistol ( maybe better with the sights tight). I feel it's a good medium size carry pistol, grips feel good, and good design.

Does anyone have any experiences with this type pistol? I know they are pretty new, but any info is appreciated.

Thanks. Mark

Calvin · 11-06-2002, 10:56 AM

Mark, I can't give you much more info on the 111. I have shot them, and found the front sight to be a small problem, too. I have fired about 500 rounds through a friend's 111, and it works great. They are dependable, reliable, and really accurate for what they are.
Not much, but hope it helps a little.

dogngun · 11-07-2002, 03:01 AM

Thanks, Calvin.
This is the first 9mm pistol I ever bought. I wanted to get away from the recoil of the .357 I was carrying.
I'm really happy with this gun, really like the design, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a smaller carry pistol.

Mark

11-04-2002, 10:02 AM	#1
dogngun Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Eastern PA, USA Posts: 11	PT 111 experience - anyone ? I recently bought a PT 111 , slightly used, with the case and 2 mags, for $290. I was looking for a light, mid size carry pistol. I fired it with several types of 9mm ball and then JHP ammo, and have had no problems with it. I have 2 minor complaints - it's a little hard to re-assemble,( the trick is to get the barrel in the right position), and the front sight screw comes loose.(Loctite) This pistol has not failed to feed or eject, and shoots a good size group for a DAO pistol ( maybe better with the sights tight). I feel it's a good medium size carry pistol, grips feel good, and good design. Does anyone have any experiences with this type pistol? I know they are pretty new, but any info is appreciated. Thanks. Mark

11-06-2002, 10:56 AM	#2
Calvin Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 2,040	Mark, I can't give you much more info on the 111. I have shot them, and found the front sight to be a small problem, too. I have fired about 500 rounds through a friend's 111, and it works great. They are dependable, reliable, and really accurate for what they are. Not much, but hope it helps a little. __________________ If you don't like cops, call your local crackhead for help next time! Last edited by Calvin; 11-06-2002 at 10:58 AM.

11-07-2002, 03:01 AM	#3
dogngun Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Eastern PA, USA Posts: 11	Thanks, Calvin. This is the first 9mm pistol I ever bought. I wanted to get away from the recoil of the .357 I was carrying. I'm really happy with this gun, really like the design, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a smaller carry pistol. Mark