Videos tagged with George Kellgren

The Interdynamic MP-9, a Swedish-designed submachine gun, was the precursor to the TEC-9. Designer George Kellgren brought the design to the US, adapting it into the semi-automatic KG-9 pistol for the civilian market. Its simple open-bolt design led to ATF restrictions, necessitating a redesign to the closed-bolt KG-99 and eventually the Intratec TEC-9.

Brandon Herrera reviews the innovative Kel-Tec PR57, a 5.7x28mm pistol featuring a unique top-loading stripper clip mechanism and rotary barrel. He highlights Kel-Tec's consistent willingness to push design boundaries, contrasting it with industry stagnation. The PR57's design is speculated to be a legal workaround for restrictive firearm laws.

The Kel-Tec P15 is a groundbreaking micro-compact 9mm handgun, boasting the smallest and lightest double-stack design at 16.3 oz with a 15-round capacity. It significantly improves upon the P11's ergonomics and trigger, featuring a 4-pound pull and tritium night sights. While initial testing shows reliability, a minor issue with the rear sight drifting requires a simple fix.

The Grendel SRT, George Kellgren's first commercial firearm, uniquely combines a Sako AII bolt-action with a folding polymer stock, predating the KelTec SU-16. It was designed as a lightweight, portable hunting rifle, featuring a Zytel stock and a 10-round internal magazine. Despite its unconventional construction for the mid-1980s, it utilized high-quality Sako components and offered a folding mechanism for enhanced portability.

This TFBTV episode features James Reeves interviewing George Kellgren, the founder of Kel-Tec. The discussion covers a range of Kel-Tec firearms, including the KSG, RDB Survival, P-11, and P-3AT. They also touch upon Grendel guns and Kellgren's earlier invention, the Intratec Tec-9. The interview includes a Q&A segment with questions submitted by Subscribestar and Patreon supporters. Some information about upcoming designs was redacted to protect company secrets, hinting at exciting new and improved Kel-Tec products in the future. The video also promotes TFBTV's Patreon page and giveaways.

The Grendel P30 is a rare .22 WMR pistol, a precursor to the Kel-Tec PMR30, designed by George Kellgren. It features a 30-round magazine and an early polymer frame, showcasing Kellgren's innovative engineering. Despite its age and rarity, the P30 demonstrates impressive accuracy, highlighting its historical significance in firearm design.

This video offers a review of the Intratec Protec-25 Auto pistol. The presenter, Sootch00, highlights that the Protec 25 is a DA-only handgun inspired by the CZ 45 pocket pistol, manufactured in the US until 2001. The video also mentions Intratec as the company founded by George Kellgren, who later established Kel-Tec, known for the TEC-9. The review appears to be part of a series of 'Fun Gun Reviews' and encourages viewers to like and subscribe. Rubber Dummies targets are featured, and social media links are provided.

The Kel Tec PF9 is a budget-friendly, extremely concealable 9mm pistol ideal for deep concealment and self-defense. Introduced in 2006, it was the lightest and flattest 9mm available, weighing just 12.7 oz unloaded with a 3.1-inch barrel. Its DAO trigger is smooth but long, and while recoil is 'snappy' due to its thin profile, it offers reliable performance for its intended purpose.

The Kel-Tec P32, designed by George Kellgren, is a lightweight and exceptionally thin semi-auto pistol chambered in .32 ACP, ideal for deep concealment. Despite the caliber's lower power, its compact size and 7+1 capacity make it a practical choice for everyday carry when larger firearms are impractical. The pistol features a double-action-only trigger and no external safeties, relying on a half-cock hammer and military-spec drop test compliance for safety.