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The pocket pistol originated in the mid-17th century as a small, concealable flintlock known as the Queen Anne pistol, the coat pistol, or the pocket pistol.This was used throughout the 18th century, evolving from a weapon reserved for the wealthy to a common sidearm in broader use as more and more manufacturers made them by the start of the 19th century.
The Kel-Tec P32 is a sub-compact semi-automatic pistol using the short-recoil principle of operation that is chambered in .32 ACP. [5] It was designed by George Kellgren. [6] It is manufactured by Kel-Tec CNC Industries Inc., of Cocoa, Florida and was designed for concealed carry by citizens and by law enforcement officers as a back-up gun.
The .25 ACP was designed because .25-caliber was the smallest John Browning could go while still retaining a centerfire primer pocket, which would be more reliable for self-defense than rimfire primers. As such, the .25 ACP allows for a very compact and lightweight gun, usually a semi-automatic pocket pistol. [4]
The Beretta Nano is a compact handgun developed for concealed carry.It has a fiberglass infused "technopolymer" frame and a Pronox finished slide. Pronox is a form of ferritic nitrocarburizing finish similar to Tenifer (as used on for example Glock pistols) and Melonite (as used on for example Springfield Armory XD and Smith & Wesson M&P pistols).
Approx. base retail price: $410 Firearm type: Pump-action shotgun Available chamberings include: 12 ga, 20 ga, .410 Parent company: RemArms U.S. manufacturing location(s): Ilion, NY 23. Armscor ...
The LCP, which stands for "Lightweight Compact Pistol", was designed in direct response to customer requests for a compact firearm for use by police as a back-up, and a defensive handgun for civilian concealed carry needs. [5] The pistol has a glass-filled nylon frame, a two-finger grip, and a through-hardened blued steel slide.
Permitless carry vs. Open carry.
The P-3AT standard cartridge capacity is 6+1, [5] and Kel-Tec also makes extended 7+1-[6] and 9+1-round [7] magazines for it. Trigger pull is 5 lbf (22 N).These attributes have made it popular for civilians with concealed carry permits and with police officers as a back-up or off-duty pistol.