After owning the Kel-Tec PMR-30 for the last eight years(give or take), I can report it’s been a very reliable firearm – with a couple of caveats. Limiting the magazine to 25 rounds and sticking to quality ammunition like Hornady Critical Defense has made all the difference in ensuring consistent performance. The PMR is a blast to shoot. I have a few spare magazines and having them loaded with 25 rounds each will give me 75 rounds of shooting before I need to reload. A lot of fun!!
When the PMR first came out I imagined it would make a great “bug out” gun to throw in a backpack with extra mags and ammunition. More powerful than a .22LR and much lighter than most every other pistol out there seemed a good fit. The problem is the reliability. While it works extremely well and I rarely have jams nowadays – it’s not reliable enough to use a defensive firearm. It’s really a shame, but, it is what it is.
I would still love to get the carbine version of the PMR – the CMR-30. Maybe someday, however, every time I come across one it’s on the expensive side. Anyone reading this and has a CMR-30 – please comment and let us know what you think.
Not a very detailed review here. The Kel-Tec PMR-30 is a unique and really fun gun to shoot.
Take care all –
Rourke
