Kahr CM9

stumprat · 08-16-2011, 10:32 AM

Picked up a CM9 on 8-6-2011. After hearing some good things about Kahr pistols. I decided to give one a try.

The mag released with tons of drag. That was NOT acceptable for me. But after finding a thread on Kahrtalk.com about swell at the top of the mags. A quick check confirmed that was my problem. Quick pinch with the channellocks, problem solved!

Now for the best part. I expected it to be pretty snappy. After having owned a Kel-Tech PF9. Definitely not the case with the kahr. Minimal recoil, and drops right back down to my aim point.

In the past week I have put 850 rounds through the pistol. Not a single issue. Varied FMJ stuff for the first 200 rounds. Blazer, PMC, Winchester, and Remington. This thing eats everything I put in it.

For carry rounds. I varied these also. Cor-Bon, Winchester Supreme Elite, Federal HST, and Hornady TAP FDP.

The 124 grain Hornady TAP was by far the most accurate in my gun (yours may differ).

Well after a week on the trigger 0 reliability issues. And 850 rounds down range. The CM9 has proven itself as a keeper. And will be the new EDC of choice.

Nutty4Guns · 08-21-2011, 09:07 PM

Sounds good. What size of groups were you getting with it?

stumprat · 08-22-2011, 05:48 PM

2" group average @ 7 yards
3" - 3 1/2" @ 15 yards

mjn · 08-22-2011, 06:15 PM

Was it overly tight for the first couple hundred + rounds? I keep hearing stories about "break in" with the Kahr..

stumprat · 08-23-2011, 07:55 PM

Yeah it was pretty tight. But after the first 50 rounds it was just right.

Nutty4Guns · 08-23-2011, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by stumprat

Yeah it was pretty tight. But after the first 50 rounds it was just right.

That's what she said.

Seriously though, I think I might have to give one a try.

ironmike86 · 10-20-2011, 01:14 PM

How the gun now after you've had it for awhile??? Any user pics?? I'm concidering this one.

stumprat · 10-22-2011, 04:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ironmike86

How the gun now after you've had it for awhile??? Any user pics?? I'm concidering this one.

It has been great. I tried to carry one of my larger framed guns now r
that it is cooler. But the Kahr is so comfortable to carry it is my go to everyday.

As far as reliability. I have 2,050 rounds through it now. No problems at all.
I will be picking one up for my wife this winter. Also after shooting mine three of my buddies have also bought a CM9. No problems with any of them.

ironmike86 · 10-22-2011, 08:34 AM

Thanks. Any user pics to see how it looks after 2,000+ rounds??? Still like the Theis holster??

stumprat · 10-22-2011, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ironmike86

Thanks. Any user pics to see how it looks after 2,000+ rounds??? Still like the Theis holster??

Looks like brand new. I'll get some pics. up.

The Theis holster is the most comfortable IWB holster I have. You literally forget you have the Kahr on.

I'll post some pics. of my OWB holsters also. Both ride high and tight. And conceal easily.

The only modification I have done. Is add a front night sight. Kahr offers the front Trijicon sight for $30. I am not into night sights. Just wanted a metal sight up front. Installed myself very easily.

stumprat · 10-22-2011, 10:52 AM

Here are some pics. assembled and disassembled to show the lack of wear. I clean and grease after each day of shooting.

stumprat · 10-22-2011, 10:57 AM

These are my OWB holsters.

Don Hume H721OT

This one is Kydex and very comfortable. Also made in Washington.

ironmike86 · 10-23-2011, 01:19 PM

That's for your Help and time StumpRat. Good pics. I'm buying a CM9 or G29 for myself for xmas. I may need to flip a coin?? But I know the Cm9 would get used more =EDC???
But I've been wanting a G29 for awhile.

hualosman · 10-27-2011, 11:17 AM

Hi Stumprat,

Thanks for your pics and all the info on the CM9. I am looking at picking up a Kel-Tec PF9 for a primary EDC, I've been looking at the CM9 as well. However, cost is a pretty big limiter for me, so I would have to save a little longer to be able to get the CM9. I was wondering if you think it's worth it to save up the extra $200 for the CM9 or to get the Kel-Tec first, from your experience with the two guns. Thanks,

Nathan

stumprat · 10-27-2011, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hualosman

Hi Stumprat,

Thanks for your pics and all the info on the CM9. I am looking at picking up a Kel-Tec PF9 for a primary EDC, I've been looking at the CM9 as well. However, cost is a pretty big limiter for me, so I would have to save a little longer to be able to get the CM9. I was wondering if you think it's worth it to save up the extra $200 for the CM9 or to get the Kel-Tec first, from your experience with the two guns. Thanks,

Nathan

Definitely worth the wait. You won't regret it.

08-16-2011, 10:32 AM	#1
stumprat Gunslinger Joined: Jan 2011 From: Chehalis Posts: 19	Kahr CM9 Picked up a CM9 on 8-6-2011. After hearing some good things about Kahr pistols. I decided to give one a try. The mag released with tons of drag. That was NOT acceptable for me. But after finding a thread on Kahrtalk.com about swell at the top of the mags. A quick check confirmed that was my problem. Quick pinch with the channellocks, problem solved! Now for the best part. I expected it to be pretty snappy. After having owned a Kel-Tech PF9. Definitely not the case with the kahr. Minimal recoil, and drops right back down to my aim point. In the past week I have put 850 rounds through the pistol. Not a single issue. Varied FMJ stuff for the first 200 rounds. Blazer, PMC, Winchester, and Remington. This thing eats everything I put in it. For carry rounds. I varied these also. Cor-Bon, Winchester Supreme Elite, Federal HST, and Hornady TAP FDP. The 124 grain Hornady TAP was by far the most accurate in my gun (yours may differ). Well after a week on the trigger 0 reliability issues. And 850 rounds down range. The CM9 has proven itself as a keeper. And will be the new EDC of choice.

10-27-2011, 11:17 AM	#14
hualosman Gunslinger Joined: Sep 2011 From: Federal Way, WA Posts: 11	Hi Stumprat, Thanks for your pics and all the info on the CM9. I am looking at picking up a Kel-Tec PF9 for a primary EDC, I've been looking at the CM9 as well. However, cost is a pretty big limiter for me, so I would have to save a little longer to be able to get the CM9. I was wondering if you think it's worth it to save up the extra $200 for the CM9 or to get the Kel-Tec first, from your experience with the two guns. Thanks, Nathan Last edited by hualosman; 10-27-2011 at 11:21 AM.

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08-21-2011, 09:07 PM	#2
Nutty4Guns Marksman Joined: Feb 2011 From: Portland, Oregon Posts: 254	Sounds good. What size of groups were you getting with it?

08-22-2011, 05:48 PM	#3
stumprat Gunslinger Joined: Jan 2011 From: Chehalis Posts: 19	2" group average @ 7 yards 3" - 3 1/2" @ 15 yards

08-22-2011, 06:15 PM	#4
mjn Rifleman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Tri-Cities, Wa Posts: 178	Was it overly tight for the first couple hundred + rounds? I keep hearing stories about "break in" with the Kahr..

08-23-2011, 07:55 PM	#5
stumprat Gunslinger Joined: Jan 2011 From: Chehalis Posts: 19	Yeah it was pretty tight. But after the first 50 rounds it was just right.

10-20-2011, 01:14 PM	#7
ironmike86 Gunslinger Joined: Feb 2011 From: Seattle Wa Posts: 54	How the gun now after you've had it for awhile??? Any user pics?? I'm concidering this one.

10-22-2011, 08:34 AM	#9
ironmike86 Gunslinger Joined: Feb 2011 From: Seattle Wa Posts: 54	Thanks. Any user pics to see how it looks after 2,000+ rounds??? Still like the Theis holster??

10-22-2011, 10:52 AM	#11
stumprat Gunslinger Joined: Jan 2011 From: Chehalis Posts: 19	Here are some pics. assembled and disassembled to show the lack of wear. I clean and grease after each day of shooting.

10-22-2011, 10:57 AM	#12
stumprat Gunslinger Joined: Jan 2011 From: Chehalis Posts: 19	These are my OWB holsters. Don Hume H721OT This one is Kydex and very comfortable. Also made in Washington.

10-23-2011, 01:19 PM	#13
ironmike86 Gunslinger Joined: Feb 2011 From: Seattle Wa Posts: 54	That's for your Help and time StumpRat. Good pics. I'm buying a CM9 or G29 for myself for xmas. I may need to flip a coin?? But I know the Cm9 would get used more =EDC??? But I've been wanting a G29 for awhile.