View Full Version : Finally bought my first Kahr, a CM9.
89grand
11-21-2014, 08:56 PM
I've been interested in the Kahr CM9 for quite a while now and finally bit the bullet and got one today. I couldn't beat the price, $368 WITH a Lasermax sight, and it's BNIB, not used. I've never used a laser before, so I'm not sure if I'll like it, but hey, it came with it at the price of a CM9 without it. I started out with my smallest gun being a Ruger SR9c, and it seemed small, but after a while, not so much, so I bought a Sccy CPX2. It was smaller and lighter, but it too seemed too fat after a while, and with it's trigger, it is somewhat difficult to shoot well. Enter the Kahr CM9. This thing is about as small as it's going to get while still having a 9mm, and good quality gun. I'll have to wait until next Friday to shoot it. I'm looking forward to it.
Everybody likes pics right? Here are some comparing it to the above mentioned guns.
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Thanks for sharing.
The CM9 sure makes the others look ginormous.
b4uqzme
11-22-2014, 12:31 AM
Me likey pics! Thanks. Enjoy your new pistol.
DavidR
11-22-2014, 05:34 AM
Congratulations! Nice pics. The CM9 is a great gun. Small and light enough for many to pocket carry. It's best to give it a thorough cleaning and lubing before it's first outing. Also recommend using factory fresh FMJs to start with.
Pointblank
11-22-2014, 08:17 AM
Nice pistol. The CM9 has pretty much become my EDC now that we have to wear heavy winter clothing up here. I pocket carry it in a Nemesis holster.
89grand
11-22-2014, 12:12 PM
Congratulations! Nice pics. The CM9 is a great gun. Small and light enough for many to pocket carry. It's best to give it a thorough cleaning and lubing before it's first outing. Also recommend using factory fresh FMJs to start with.
Thanks. The first thing I do with any gun I buy after I get home is tear it down, clean and lube it the way I think it should be, but that's a great point as many people don't do that. On a Ruger board I frequent I always preach that because it seems many peoples failures with the SR series of guns are from not cleaning the factory gunk of it.
Bill K
11-22-2014, 01:27 PM
I see a progression here... Is a .380 going to be your next purchase? :)
Nice pics BTW.
Scarywoody
11-22-2014, 04:12 PM
Nice! I just bought a CM9 but no laser. For $299, I couldn't resist. I usually carry a Glock 19 but with old age it is becoming more difficult. I'm at 125 rounds of the break in with no issues. I polished the barrel and did a thorough cleaning. I'm struggling a bit with point of aim. Low Left, I know it's me. But for a light weight back up, I'll get used to it. Update on how you like the laser.
codegeek
11-22-2014, 06:54 PM
If you like the CM9 trigger, the 5lb springs are your friend.
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89grand
11-22-2014, 08:12 PM
If you like the CM9 trigger, the 5lb springs are your friend.
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The stock trigger is pretty nice, and smooth, but I wouldn't mind a slightly lighter pull. Where would I get the 5lb spring?
MBSL500
11-22-2014, 08:35 PM
Yours has the nicest looking polymer I've seen on a Kahr.
Very nice!
deadeye
11-23-2014, 12:25 PM
The accuracy will come with practice. I was lucky to hit a 8" X 11" piece of paper at the beginning. Low and left. After a lot of practice and watching how to shoot a semi-auto on youtube can now put 6 shots in a 2 1/2" pattern in the center of the target.
Marine One
11-23-2014, 10:21 PM
I have a Crimson Trace Laserguard on the CM9 that I bought a couple of months ago. It took a little bit of fine tuning to get the Laserguard boresighted to the pistol. Once there, it's been great. While I like the CM9, I enjoy shooting my CW380 more. It seems easier to shoot and I get tighter groups. I like the 380 trigger better. I also have a Laserguard on the CW380 and it required no fine tuning to boresight.
rkirk
11-24-2014, 09:38 AM
I have a cm9 and A CW9. I carry both and also a Glock 19. The CM9 is often carried, but I added a pierce extension so I have a better grip and controll when shooting the pistol. While I like the CM9 it does have a healthy recoil, so don't be suprised. It's a great pistol.
--Richard
89grand
11-24-2014, 12:29 PM
I order another magazine and some Pearce grip extensions the other day, but I haven't received them yet. I expect recoil to be somewhat snappy, but I'm used to it as the Sccy CPX2 is quite light and definitely snappy compared to my Ruger SR9c and SR9 full size, but it's not unmanageable or unpleasant. I think the grip extensions will help some in that regard.
codegeek
11-24-2014, 07:27 PM
The stock trigger is pretty nice, and smooth, but I wouldn't mind a slightly lighter pull. Where would I get the 5lb spring?
I ordered mine from Galloway Precision. The Pearce extensions are very helpful for me. You will like them.
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Papa13
11-24-2014, 09:48 PM
Thanks Codegeek, just ordered new spring for my CM-9. Appreciate the info. Now to see how much fun it will be to get it installed and all.
southern thunder
12-03-2014, 11:46 AM
Good buy.
Baklash
12-03-2014, 07:33 PM
Ain't it sweet?!! BTW, I can't tell any more recoil in my new cm9 than my cw9, and shoot it just as accurately. Your are right about the price. I paid the same as you but without the laser. Can someone tell me if a 5# spring would make it more hazardous to carry concealed front pocket?
89grand
12-03-2014, 07:47 PM
I was really shocked at how smooth the little CM9 shoots. It's smoother shooting than my Sccy CPX2 with is a tad bigger and heavier. That surprised me, even smooth shooting some PCM Starefires which are a bit hotter than your run of the mill FSJ ammo.
darinb
04-11-2019, 01:23 PM
A cm9 or/and a cpx2 are my carry guns. I shoot the cm9 way better even after i put in a galloway trigger and springs.
King Rat
04-12-2019, 09:12 PM
Just ordered a new CM9 today. Always wanted one to add to my small guns arsenal. Now if it shoots as well as my Nano, I will be very Happy.
https://i.imgur.com/IMFpzvq.jpg?4
I really like the CM9..........Mine shoots real good.
DavidR
04-13-2019, 09:07 AM
Just ordered a new CM9 today. Always wanted one to add to my small guns arsenal. Now if it shoots as well as my Nano, I will be very Happy.
https://i.imgur.com/IMFpzvq.jpg?4
Cool. Looking forward to your review. I prefer the CM9 to the Nano. Just feels better in my hand.
King Rat
04-13-2019, 12:03 PM
Cool. Looking forward to your review. I prefer the CM9 to the Nano. Just feels better in my hand.
Actually plan to run both guns side by side. I did this when I bought the Nano after owing the Ruger LC9S. I am going to spend some time braking in the Kahr. Then will run 100 rounds of mixed ammo through one gun and then the other. Then repeat. then 25 rounds of Plus P through both. I like the fact that both have DAO triggers. I am so use to them. Love the Nano trigger and the Trigger of the CW380. I like the fact that the Kahr is about 4oz lighter. I noticed a difference when I carry the LCR9mm vs the Smith 642. The Nano has beebn flawless with well over 5,000 rounds. I love shooting the gun. Super mild to shoot. I hear the Kahr is also. I know there will be some differences because of weight, and will take that into consideration.
I have ran the Beretta Pico against the Kahr many times. Have to say, both do very well. Recoil and handling mirror each other. Both great quality firearms. I am really looking forward to getting the Kahr CM.
King Rat
04-20-2019, 02:24 PM
Does not look like there will much of a brake-in. After letting the springs (recoil and mags) take a set. Headed off to the range. Ran three different kinds of ammo through to include hollow points and it ran like a champ, no flaws. I was really surprised at the mild recoil. Only had one magazine and it was the small 6rd with no extension. And it did just fine with my size large hand and long fingers. 100 rds.
DavidR
04-20-2019, 07:35 PM
Does not look like there will much of a brake-in. After letting the springs (recoil and mags) take a set. Headed off to the range. Ran three different kinds of ammo through to include hollow points and it ran like a champ, no flaws. I was really surprised at the mild recoil. Only had one magazine and it was the small 6rd with no extension. And it did just fine with my size large hand and long fingers. 100 rds.
[emoji106] Glad to hear the first outing went well.
yqtszhj
04-20-2019, 07:49 PM
Excellent report
Does not look like there will much of a brake-in. After letting the springs (recoil and mags) take a set. Headed off to the range. Ran three different kinds of ammo through to include hollow points and it ran like a champ, no flaws. I was really surprised at the mild recoil. Only had one magazine and it was the small 6rd with no extension. And it did just fine with my size large hand and long fingers. 100 rds.
Glad things went well for you.
All my Kahrs run 100% for me. They just work, and work well.
While I really like my P365, my CM9 is still #1 in my carry rotation. Easy to maintain, easy to shoot well, and easy to carry - I don't see anything knocking my CM9 out of the top spot for me.
I comfortably carry my 7rd magazine in a leather "sleeve" type mag holder in my weak side back pocket - can't do that comfortably with my P365 mags. They go OWB on my belt in a nylon multi-tool looking sheath.
I know what you mean about the light triggers on my CCW guns. I'm just more comfortable with the Kahr trigger, no matter if it's OWB, IWB, or pocket carry.
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