KelTec’s Sub $200 Semi-Auto .22 LR pistol: The P17 – SHOT Show 2020

KelTec is known to produce great products for reasonable prices, thanks to their extensive use of polymers and streamlined production methods. New for 2020, is the P17. Chambered for .22 Long Rifle, it is a semi-auto, polymer-framed pistol that has a $199.00 MSRP!

Don’t let the tiny little MSRP fool you though, the P17 has a lot of features that many more expensive handguns don’t even come with. For example, the P17 has a fiber optic front sight, threaded barrel adapter (1/2×28), cocking indicator, a 3-pound trigger, and an extremely easy takedown system.

We shot the P17 at the range and it functioned flawlessly. On top of that, the trigger surprised us, pleasantly so. It was crisp with no creep, due to the P17’s internal hammer-fired design.

The other thing that we liked about this handgun is its size. It is thin and compact, but not so small that it is difficult to get your hands around. There is more than enough real estate to get a comfortable shooting grip, yet small enough that you could stow it away easily if you wanted.

The P17 has ambidextrous controls: the thumb-operated safety, trigger guard mag release and takedown levers are located on both sides of the gun. All of you lefties out there… they thought of you! This handgun also comes with three magazines that will carry 16 rounds.

Right now, the P17 is being shipped out of the KelTec factory at a rate of 200 per week, so expect to see this rimfire pistol on shelves near you soon.

You will likely see them there for around $150.00 and they won’t stay long. The bright side: KelTec expects to up production in the coming weeks to the tune of 2,000 per week.

Specifications and Features

• polymer frame and steel slide
• ambidextrous controls
• fiber optic front sight
• has a 1/2×28 thread adapter for muzzle devices
• has accessory rail in front of trigger guard
• 3 pound trigger pull
• comes with three 16 round magazines
• lifetime warranty
• $199.00 MSRP

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Riley Baxter

Riley Baxter is a seasoned hunter, outdoorsman, and competitive shooter with deep roots in the backcountry. He has guided professionally for bears, bighorn sheep, and other big game across rugged terrain, bringing firsthand knowledge of what gear actually works in the field. When he’s not chasing game or running drills on the range, Riley is likely in the garage customizing his rifles, pistols, or backcountry kit.

A competitive pistol shooter and lifelong firearms enthusiast, Riley brings both precision and creativity to every piece of equipment he touches. Outside of the gun world, he works as a perfusionist in Montana, where attention to detail and performance under pressure are part of daily life.

Experience:

– Professional Hunting Guide – Guided for bears, bighorn sheep, and more in some of the West’s toughest country.
– Competitive Shooter – Skilled pistol shooter with a passion for precision and performance under pressure.
– Custom Builder – Enjoys building and tuning firearms and equipment to meet the exact demands of the hunt or the range.
– Backcountry Expert – Experienced in remote wilderness travel, outfitting, and practical survival.
– Montana-Based Perfusionist – Medical professional accustomed to making critical decisions in high-stakes environments.
– All-Around Outdoorsman – Equally at home in a saddle, a blind, or a shooting bay—with a passion for adventure and gear that gets it done.