CW 40 as lightweight woods piece

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

How resistant to dirt, debris, etc is this gun?


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[leftysixty]

If you carry it in a good holster, it is no different than any other handgun:)

It is a Kahr, which is more better:D

[SDGlock23]

Should work just fine, and I already mentioned, keep in it a good holster and you shouldn't have any issues.

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

I've never shot one, but I would like something more than 9mm but smaller than my G20 for just quick day hikes.


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[muggsy]

I'd be more inclined to go with the CM9. There's less recoil and ammo for the 9mm is cheaper and more readily available. Either would be a good choice.

[DanKATL]

I'd be more inclined to go with the CM9. There's less recoil and ammo for the 9mm is cheaper and more readily available. Either would be a good choice.

The recoil on a CW 40 is not heavy and very manageable for such a small frame. Around here (Atlanta Metro), 40 is readily available while 9mm is not so much.

[pinehtr]

The recoil on a CW 40 is not heavy and very manageable for such a small frame. Around here (Atlanta Metro), 40 is readily available while 9mm is not so much.
True . I would think it would be a nice choice.

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

Idk, I'm thinking that new ct40 might be nice, or a 3" sp101 in 357


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[GunSlingR]

I have the cw40 (actually2)and carry at least 1 everywhere in holster and have never had a problem. I love them.

[hardluk1]

I would buy the ct40. Still very lite and offers a little more handgun for better control and longer site radius and you may be able to carry it in what kahr holster or 1911 holster you already have. I have a tp40 and love it but would have bought the ct40 if avalible a year ago.

[100percent]

I find my PM40 very manageable and accurate. Spend time with it in the woods several times a week.

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

I would buy the ct40. Still very lite and offers a little more handgun for better control and longer site radius and you may be able to carry it in what kahr holster or 1911 holster you already have. I have a tp40 and love it but would have bought the ct40 if avalible a year ago.


How is the recoil on that TP40? Those are nice looking firearms.


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[berettabone]

How resistant to dirt, debris, etc is this gun?


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I'd drop it in a mud puddle, and see how it goes..........http://kahrtalk.com/images/icons/icon12.gif

[100percent]

purple,
Don't you already have the 380? Why don't you keep it in your holster and not worry about it. If you feel it is enough to stop a two legged predator it should be good enough for 4 legs.

If you need more you have your G20.

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

I feel that 380 is the minimum for self defense. While I do think it is sufficient for a single attacker, I'd feel less comfortable with its ability against multiple.

Where I hike, there is bear scat everywhere, and lion prints. I wouldn't want to take on a black bear with a 380.

While I do think that two legged's are the larger threat, comfort is a nice thing in the woods, and not even 9mm gives me very many warm fuzzies in some areas :o

Check out my philosophy vid on the subject:

http://youtu.be/-OGl5fBEPvo

BTW, I'm getting a T&E CT40 and CT45 soon, so I'll let you guys know about those when the vids are up :)


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[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

I'd drop it in a mud puddle, and see how it goes..........http://kahrtalk.com/images/icons/icon12.gif


You donate one, and I'd be happy to make a video of it :D


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[berettabone]

You donate one, and I'd be happy to make a video of it :D


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I guess we'll never know..................................

[Dann Fassnacht]

My EDC is my Kahr CW40, loaded with 8 rounds of Remington 180 grain Ultimate Defense. When I'm heading into bear country, I pack my 7.5" Ruger Redhawk .44 magnum. loaded with 300 grain Hornady Custom JHP. Always use the right tool for the job.


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[jocko]

whars bear scat??

[kwh]

whars bear scat??
Recycled mutton

[100percent]

Dann,
44 nice!
40 nice too.
I know what scat is but what is EDC? I am sure it is simple but have seen it xx amount of times and cant hook up EDC.

[Rbodine]

Every day carry


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[100percent]

Wow, never would have guessed it
NWHGI

Every day carry


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[b4uqzme]

I guess when I think of hiking or any kind of field work I think of a revolver: Ruger SP101 or GP100 depending on what I am wearing or what I am doing. I'd be more comfortable with a magnum round penetrating all that bear fur. :rolleyes: But I guess a .40 would be sufficient and a whole lot lighter to carry. You did say black bears, right? But I've found that a good holster and belt overcome a little extra weight in most situations...and allow you carry the right tool for the job.

Disclaimer: I have absolutely no rationale for preferring a revolver in the field. Just what I am comfortable with.

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

I guess when I think of hiking or any kind of field work I think of a revolver: Ruger SP101 or GP100 depending on what I am wearing or what I am doing. I'd be more comfortable with a magnum round penetrating all that bear fur. :rolleyes: But I guess a .40 would be sufficient and a whole lot lighter to carry. You did say black bears, right? But I've found that a good holster and belt overcome a little extra weight in most situations...and allow you carry the right tool for the job.

Disclaimer: I have absolutely no rationale for preferring a revolver in the field. Just what I am comfortable with.


No rationale needed my friend. Being in the woods harkens thoughts of a simpler time. In those simpler times a revolver was the only choice. I too long for the loving embrace of a trusty revolver at times, but alas, I have my modern 10mm for now :D


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[b4uqzme]

Thanks. I'm still looking for a Redhawk in 45lc in case that bear is a brown one. ;) Buffalo Bore 300gr.... But I'm way off track here. :D

[100percent]

Bfour

go for the 44 mag. You won't be Sorry. If you want something to shoot 45 get a Blackhawk convertible.
BTT


Thanks. I'm still looking for a Redhawk in 45lc in case that bear is a brown one. ;) Buffalo Bore 300gr.... But I'm way off track here. :D

[b4uqzme]

If you want something to shoot 45 get a Blackhawk convertible.
BTT


Hmmmm. That's on my radar......

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

45lc can be loaded just as hot as 44 and pushes a bigger bullet. The 44 however wins in sectional density and availability.

For me it's always been my brain wanting a 44 and my heart wanting a 45.


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[100percent]

The outer diameter of the blackhawk barrel is the same for the 44 and 45. Guess which has more steel and can hold more pressure back. I would guess the one with the thicker cylinder wall.

I have two 45 colts I would not like to put an extra power in the wrong one. Would hate to blow up a nice Colt.

Want more power than a 44 mag. Consider a 454 Casull. 45/70, 460 Smith, 480 Ruger or 500 Smith. Some generate twice the recoil of the full on 44m. The 454, and 460 will both shoot any 45 colt round easily.

What happens when you expire and your Grandson gets a new Cowboy action revolver and finds some loaded ammo of yours which generates twice the pressure than his gun can tolerate.

Not trying to argue but pick the right gun rather than generating excessive pressure in the wrong gun.

[Purple Mountain Outdoors]

The outer diameter of the blackhawk barrel is the same for the 44 and 45. Guess which has more steel and can hold more pressure back. I would guess the one with the thicker cylinder wall.

I have two 45 colts I would not like to put an extra power in the wrong one. Would hate to blow up a nice Colt.

Want more power than a 44 mag. Consider a 454 Casull. 45/70, 460 Smith, 480 Ruger or 500 Smith. Some generate twice the recoil of the full on 44m. The 454, and 460 will both shoot any 45 colt round easily.

What happens when you expire and your Grandson gets a new Cowboy action revolver and finds some loaded ammo of yours which generates twice the pressure than his gun can tolerate.

Not trying to argue but pick the right gun rather than generating excessive pressure in the wrong gun.


It's true, only a few revolvers are strong enough for 44 mag power levels from 45 colt. Strangely enough, a Colt isn't one of them...


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[bob98366]

The recoil on a CW 40 is not heavy and very manageable for such a small frame.

+1 A CW40's recoil is snappy but quite manageable. 40S&W is as available as 9mm and only trivially more expensive. Shop on line if you need to.