New guy/new Kahr

[multistage]

Hi to all. After horsing around with j frames and SIG p238s, I've decided to give Kahr a whirl. I had a P380 very briefly, and sold it before I shot it. I usually carry a Glock of some variety or a 1911, but I do like a pocket gun. The 238s were a bit finicky for 600 dollar guns, and j frames are what they are. I like something a bit easier to shoot.

So I ordered a CM9.

I prefer a 9 to a 380, and DAO seems quite fitting for a pocket gun. I've read excellent reviews on the CM9, and horror stories as well. Seems as though the key is initial maintenance and break in. I have read the stickies posted here, and expect they will be read and reread several more times. Forgive me in advance if I ask the usual FNG questions. But it doesn't seem as though a Kahr is the usual gun.

But if it runs, it looks to be an ideal pocket gun. Small, smooth, and by all accounts, accurate.

I do expect much from this gun. I guess if I do my part (memorizing manual, proper maintenance) the gun will deliver.

[Sheepdog689]

Bought mine last month. Nicest "little" gun I've ever shot. Follow the break in instructions on the forum and you should be good to go.

[wyntrout]

Here's some info to pick through:

Welcome to the Kahrtalk forum supported by K a h r Arms.
Here are a few essential links and things to do BEFORE you take your new pistol to the range, and ESPECIALLY BEFORE taking it apart and trying to re-assemble it! The Kahr is a different design… 6-7 unique patents cover the Kahrs. I’m not trying to imply that you don’t know anything about guns, but many don’t know anything about the Kahrs and some of the things you can do to damage or cause malfunctions of your new, or new-to-you Kahr pistol.

First, if you don’t have a manual, yet, or one didn’t come with your pistol, you can view it and/or download the pdf file here:
http://www.kahr.com/PDF/kahrmanual.pdf

Please watch one of these videos FIRST! These videos can point out possible problem areas and emphasize correct procedures!
Take down and re-assembly videos:
T, TP, CW, P, & PM/CM Series:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=G2cZgVg_SwA (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=G2cZgVg_SwA)
MK series:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...mSCnIOaUk#t=0s (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=zXmSCnIOaUk#t=0s)
K series:
http://www.kahr.com/Pistols/Kahr-K9-Elite.asp

There are many links on fixing problems listed in several places… under the New Member or Kahr Tech sub-forums. To start, a very good one:

Proper Prepping of a new Kahr:

http://www.kahrtalk.com/showthread.php?t=14748

A very handy one is the Kahr Lubrication Diagram:
http://kahrtalk.com/showthread.php?t=14750

Many of your questions can be answered in these areas and you can learn how your Kahr works and not damage it with improper handling.

Another great resource for information on Kahrs... Archives of Magazine and Internet Reviews for Kahr pistols by industry experts. They test these pistols and report on their views and the ammo they tested in it. This is a good way to find ammo that might fit your needs along with accuracy and feeding in the pistol... usually from a rest with velocity and energy, as well as penetration and expansion sometimes... very informational.

http://www.kahr.com/product-reviews.asp

Frequently asked questions: http://www.kahr.com/faq.asp?

One very important bit of advice: Hold the Kahr pistol firmly when firing OR CHAMBERING a round. These compact pistols need all of the force they can get from the slide to get a round into the chamber successfully. If you don't hold the pistol firmly, part of the needed momentum is transferred to MOVING THE PISTOL and the top round will DIVE and jam into the right side of the feed ramp. The weak hand, over hand rack method gives the best grip and a firm rack will give you the best chance at chambering a round.

Use the weak hand fingers over the slide(clear of the ejection port), thumb along the slide and pointing to the rear. Use the gun hand to simultaneously firmly push the gun as you give a vigorous rack with the weak hand and cleanly release the slide as it reaches the rear limit and is "snatched" from the weak hand. This approximates a real rack from firing and beats the slide release method WHEN executed properly. Much more strength can be exerted when this is done closer to the body.

Here's a video on that. The first part is what I'm talking about:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=hjLbFOw8sow (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=hjLbFOw8sow)

There are many helpful members here most of the time who might be able to help you, but as anywhere, there are many opinions and not all are correct. Be mindful of this before doing anything drastic to modify your pistol!


For the .45 Kahrs, here's some more info:

http://www.kahrtalk.com/showthread.php?t=14749


Wynn:)
Aka wyntrout

PS: I keep thinking of stuff to add and help new members... and am trying to cover most of the popular subjects. Yes, it's repetitious to many, but possibly not to all new members. This approach is easier than having to look up every tidbit for each new member or question that arises. :)

[multistage]

Wyn, you're a right guy. I do appreciate the information and will surely use it. I know Kahrs are, well, a bird of a different feather. I'll pick the gun up tomorrow or Thursday, stick it in the safe, and forget about it until the weekend. Between now and then I'll read the manual and study on the information you provided. Best to go in with an idea and time.

[warbird1]

Since you're used to the DA of a J frame you should love the trigger. I know I do.

[mikemc53]

I can only say that the CM9 has been absolutely flawless for me and is still, by quite a stretch, my favorite handgun. Love to shoot it and it just fits me perfectly.

Have two Kahrs and they are simply, the best.

Good luck and safe shootin.

[feedramp]

Welcome to the forum multistage.

I have the CM9 and love it. For the size of most .380's you get a powerful, yet small package, with one of the nicest DA triggers around ... :cool:

http://i814.photobucket.com/albums/zz67/jeffdavis_photos/kahr-cm91.jpg (http://s814.photobucket.com/user/jeffdavis_photos/media/kahr-cm91.jpg.html)

[Pointblank]

The little PM9 has solved my summer carry issues.