The P-3AT is a locked breech, double action only, .380 ACP pistol introduced by Kel-Tec in 2003 and based on the P-32.

These attributes have made it popular for civilians with concealed carry permits and with police officers as a back-up or off-duty pistol.

The polymer frame is available in black, grey, navy blue, or olive drab green solid colors, as well as 'Urban Blue/Grey' and 'True Timber' camouflage.

In a 2004 Guns & Ammo review, Wiley Clapp said, "Ingenuity is often nothing more than a combination of existing principles applied in unique ways.

"[8] However, competitors soon introduced models with very similar features, including: the Ruger LCP,[9][10] Kahr P380, S&W .380 Bodyguard[11] and the Taurus 738 TCP.