Thinking About Adding Front Serrations to my CM9...

[rkenaston]

So I'm looking into having my CM9 customized a bit. Is anyone else on here familiar with a good machining/smithing shop in the greater Portland, Oregon area that offers these services? I'm having a hard time finding many options on the internet so far.

[rkenaston]

***by "services" I mean adding a few additional serrations to the slide and Cerakoting it. Thank you.

[yqtszhj]

Sounds interesting. If you get it done how about post some pics so we can see.

[BEARDOG]

http://robarguns.com/product/gunsmithing-kahr-pistols/

In AZ, but they do some nice work. just takes $$$
http://www.kahr.com/Reviews2010/american-handgun.asp

[rkenaston]

Sounds interesting. If you get it done how about post some pics so we can see.

I most definitely will!

[rkenaston]

http://robarguns.com/product/gunsmithing-kahr-pistols/

In AZ, but they do some nice work. just takes $$$
http://www.kahr.com/Reviews2010/american-handgun.asp

I was hoping to find a place locally. This is my primary carry gun so I really don't want to be without it any longer than I absolutely have to...They do great work though!

[leftysixty]

There is a gunsmith in Donald Oregon (a really great gunsmith/gun store). He quoted me $200.00 to mill matching serrations on the front of my CW40. Don't know about cerakote.

Excellent workmanship and great people to deal with.

I can drive right to the place (just off of Donald exit from I-5) but because of a major brain fart, I can't remember the name. Google search gunsmith or gunshop Donald Oregon, should get it.

[rkenaston]

There is a gunsmith in Donald Oregon (a really great gunsmith/gun store). He quoted me $200.00 to mill matching serrations on the front of my CW40. Don't know about cerakote.

Excellent workmanship and great people to deal with.

I can drive right to the place (just off of Donald exit from I-5) but because of a major brain fart, I can't remember the name. Google search gunsmith or gunshop Donald Oregon, should get it.


Thanks I'll check it out.

[Bawanna]

http://richsgunshop.com/

This the place?

[leftysixty]

Good job Bawanna! That be the place. Also if you buy a firearm new/used from them ya get a long time fix it warranty.

[FLBri]

Maybe something like this?

[jeepster09]

I have had many 1911's done at www.ahlmans.com

[rkenaston]

I have had many 1911's done at www.ahlmans.com (http://www.ahlmans.com)

Ok, I'll check them out as well. Thank you!

[rkenaston]

Maybe something like this?

That is really nice! For my CM9, though, I was thinking something pretty close to this...
11455

[rkenaston]

The biggest dilemma I face is that my CM9 is my CCW and I REALLY don't want to be without it too long...I was thinking of maybe skipping the slide work and just having it Cerakoted...If I want it machined later on though, I would need to have it Cerakoted AGAIN afterward...we'll see!

[gb6491]

I've not dealt with these folks, but everything I've read about them indicates quality work and service.
Serration work (pricing and examples) starts on page 28 of this brochure: http://www.customizedcreationz.com/images/pdfs/2014_brochure.pdf
Regards,
Greg

[340pd]

Just a non threatening question. Why the need for front serrations on a short barrel handgun? I have no experience, but I would think they would allow your hand to cover the ejection port, unless you just use your pointer finger and thumb, in which case you are allowing your hand to potentially cover the muzzle when racking or clearing a malfunction. In my way of thinking they would be a safety issue.

[rkenaston]

Just a non threatening question. Why the need for front serrations on a short barrel handgun? I have no experience, but I would think they would allow your hand to cover the ejection port, unless you just use your pointer finger and thumb, in which case you are allowing your hand to potentially cover the muzzle when racking or clearing a malfunction. In my way of thinking they would be a safety issue.

Good question. Added grip for "press checking" the firearm is the main purpose...and I like how it looks most the time...Not a necessity though by any means. When I reset the firearm while dry firing during practice I grip the front of the slide for a quick trigger reset...again, nothing mandatory though I would use them if I had em. I understand your point on safety. I would NEVER rack the slide from the front to clear a malfunction not even to chamber a live round. Just to press check after racking a round, as I'm in the habit of doing.

[rkenaston]

I am also considering serrations on the top-rear of the slide. Those would add purchase not only for the general racking of a round, but one handed manipulations on a belt or jeans as well. (plus I think it looks pretty bad ass!) ;)

[Bawanna]

That is really nice! For my CM9, though, I was thinking something pretty close to this...
11455

If it was mine I'd just cut the serrations thru the CM9 engraving so they are further forward and maybe closer together too, better grip. I'd probably go from the front of the C back to where the serrations are in your picture too, more area. I'd also match the angle of the rear slide serrations. Would add a bit of class.
I like front slide serrations. I also love front strap checkering but that's covered on the polymer frame.

I'd go buy another CM9 or similar, get it reliable and then do exactly what you want to this one, make it your own. Wouldn't have to walk around like a nekkid sheep while it's getting fixed up.

[rkenaston]

I've not dealt with these folks, but everything I've read about them indicates quality work and service.
Serration work (pricing and examples) starts on page 28 of this brochure: http://www.customizedcreationz.com/images/pdfs/2014_brochure.pdf
Regards,
Greg

That place looks good! Thanks.

[rkenaston]

If it was mine I'd just cut the serrations thru the CM9 engraving so they are further forward and maybe closer together too, better grip. I'd probably go from the front of the C back to where the serrations are in your picture too, more area. I'd also match the angle of the rear slide serrations. Would add a bit of class.
I like front slide serrations. I also love front strap checkering but that's covered on the polymer frame.

I'd go buy another CM9 or similar, get it reliable and then do exactly what you want to this one, make it your own. Wouldn't have to walk around like a nekkid sheep while it's getting fixed up.

Great ideas. I could have it machined AROUND the "CM9" also...that would cost more, of course.

[jeepster09]

http://i691.photobucket.com/albums/vv276/jeepster09/IMG_1224.jpg (http://s691.photobucket.com/user/jeepster09/media/IMG_1224.jpg.html)

[jeepster09]

http://i691.photobucket.com/albums/vv276/jeepster09/IMG_1009.jpg (http://s691.photobucket.com/user/jeepster09/media/IMG_1009.jpg.html)

[jeepster09]

http://i691.photobucket.com/albums/vv276/jeepster09/IMG_1173.jpg (http://s691.photobucket.com/user/jeepster09/media/IMG_1173.jpg.html)

[rkenaston]

http://i691.photobucket.com/albums/vv276/jeepster09/IMG_1173.jpg (http://s691.photobucket.com/user/jeepster09/media/IMG_1173.jpg.html)

Great looking firearms!

[FLBri]

Jeepster, Do you have particular color scheme in mind for the OP?! LOL Good looking guns! :):)

[jeepster09]

:confused: I am not aware of any other colors.....

[rkenaston]

Well, I just sent my CM9 slide and slide lock lever off the MOD1 Firearms to have front serrations machined and then a Black Cerakote applied...I'm pumped and can't wait to see the finished result. I'll post a bunch of pics once i get it back... Check out MOD1 if you'd like. Pike does great work and is a real nice guy. (great prices too)

http://mod1firearms.com/ (http://mod1firearms.com/)

[b4uqzme]

.... (plus I think it looks pretty bad ass!) ;)

+1000

[muggsy]

Why would anyone want front serrations on a CM9 pocket pistol? Does it make it draw any easier?

[rkenaston]

Why would anyone want front serrations on a CM9 pocket pistol? Does it make it draw any easier?

Well, they're not necessary by any means but will help with press checks and other manipulations if needed...I just think it looks good too. I've never really been good at leaving well enough alone and like the idea of customizing it to some degree.

[muggsy]

I've never understood the need to press check a gun. I always keep mine fully loaded. If you press check a gun all that you know for sure is that there is a piece if brass in the chamber. You can tell the same thing by fingering the extractor. To each his own I guess.

[Bawanna]

That is one downfall to front slide serrations is they can be tough on holsters. Kind of a cheese grater effect.