PM9 ammo

[SGT405]

Hello,
I just purchased my second Kahr, a PM9 to use as my BUG and some plain clothes carry. I know all the debate on which ammo is best in 9mm, but what runs most reliably in these PMs? In my full size Berettas I use Federal 115BPLE +p+. Any thoughts?

[crazymailman]

PM9s don't seem to be ammo sensitive. You will see lots of recommendations for Gold Dots mostly 124gr +P, Critical Defense, Hydra Shoks etc. I personally like the HST 124gr in both +P and standard.

[Thunder71]

Mine won't hand rack very many rounds but does very well with the Winchester PDX1 Bonded in 124 grain.

That said, it eats everything I feed it.

[SGT405]

PM9s don't seem to be ammo sensitive. You will see lots of recommendations for Gold Dots mostly 124gr +P, Critical Defense, Hydra Shoks etc. I personally like the HST 124gr in both +P and standard.

We use HST in our 40s. I think you suggestion on the 124gr HST might be the ticket. Thanks

[cgpeanut]

Remington golden saber 124 +P BJHP for me, 12 bucks for 25 rds at sportmansguide.com works for me no jams on the 6 rd mags only problematic on the 7 rd mags but this is due to the 7 rds mag not the bullet, Kahr sent me a newly designed base plate I'll post results as soon as get a chance, I also purchased 25 rounds of winchester bonded PDX1 elite at wally world for $17.00 + tax to try. As for practice rounds winchester NATO 124 gr +P at sports authority can be had for $12.00 + tax for 50 rds per box, little bit more that the 115gr but well worth it in my opinion a bit more kick but works very well on very short barrels.

[Chowser]

in my CM9, I've had no issues with Winchester Ranger 147gr. Granted, it is the only ammo in 9mm JHP that my city carries, so I'm stuck with it.

[Chuck54]

I can't remember all of the different types of ammo that I have run through my PM9. It has run just fine with they wide variety of ammo I have used.


I really like the Gold Dot 124 standard pressure or +P I have carried both.

[TominCA]

My PM9 has eaten everything I can get in the magazine. I like gold dots and Blackhills extra power

[jocko]

kahrs by and large are just not ammo sensitive..

[Rubb]

I’ve ran 23 different loads in my PM9, no issues. Carry Gold Dot 124+p or 147 gr.

[Wolffire99]

The steep angle + filled cavity on hornady's critical defense really makes it feed well in my Kahr

[pitandkahr]

My PM9 has eaten everything I can get in the magazine.

That's what my friend says and why I can't wait to get my new baby... :53:

[SGT405]

Well mine seems to like 115gr standard velocity. It's the most accurate. No malfunctions of any kind.

[Dogman]

My PM9 seems to like the GDHP 124gr the best so thats what I carry. Out on the Range 115 FMJ.

[Bill K]

Another vote for Black Hills. Both their 115 EXPs and 124 +Ps.

[JERRY]

the Federal BPLE +p+ 115gr. load is quite good and had a sound track record with the Dekalb County Police in in Georgia from their full sized guns.

if you want a +p round this seems to be the one to shine as the velocity loss (ever so slight) from a mini Kahr will allow the round to penetrate more before expansion comes into play.

at a cost of $18.00 per 50 rounds from places like CTD they seem to be a good choice.

[Theseeker]

Buds police supply has some great deals running on some Hornady 9mm LE rounds.

[jocko]

That's what my friend says and why I can't wait to get my new baby... :53:

it is rare to find an ammo sensitive kahr..

[golddot]

i am running the GD 124+p short barrel rounds, run fine so far

[Sage]

I have 950 rounds through my PM9. Almost all of it has been Lawman 147 and Gold Dot 147. I have not had a single failure of any kind.

[magtf388]

my cw9 shoots anything and everything so long as it is 9mm

[Chuck54]

Tried some HST 124+P in mine and it was a bit snappy but accurate.

[jocko]

I do notice that very very few people shoot the corbon powerr ball 9mm in their kahrs. I love the roud but have never seen anyone who agrees wit me on it. It is a very hot round for 90 grsains but feeds oh so good. Just sayin

[Tinman507]

I agree with you Jocko and carry it. I too like the snap and the ease of feeding it provides.
Only problem is finding it.

[jocko]

I buy it direct from corbon, nevercould find it in a dealer showcase.

[jocko]

damn a genius (me) and an idiot (u) agreeing on the same thing. Miracles never cease. Just sayin.

[Bawanna]

Does raise a few eyebrows I reckon.

[berettabone]

I use the Fed 147gr. HST...................works for me.................

[Dirt doc]

I have had my PM9 for about 3 years. It has never failed to function with any ammo. Remington's Golden Saber loads a little rough with the first round from a fresh mag like it is hanging up a bit but it has always loaded. I have avoided it because it was the only one I had any concerns about with setback. I don't know if that concern is justified because I have never measured any differences in length. However I load and unload a lot. Generally I carry either TAP or critical defense. They are accurate and function smoothly in my PM9.