K model trigger mods - any interest?

[Steve in Sunny Fla]

Hi all - first time posting, but loong time lurking...
I have developed a drop - in part for kahr pistols that will shorten the trigger stroke, lighten pull and give a cleaner break. NOT a SHORT stroke, because that defeats why most of us chose the kahr's in the beginning, but something you'll definitely notice. It's currently with my machinist for pre-production development. I'm wondering what the level of interest is. I don't expect it to be expensive, and the trigger doesn't need to be removed on the steel models to install it. What say you? Thanks, Steve

[JFootin]

Very interesting....

Welcome to the forum! If you have pics, email them to me and I'll post them for you.

So, it will work in the poly guns, but requires trigger removal?

[kahrsport]

will this work for the carbon steel models? those suckers need the trigger shortened for sure...

[Steve in Sunny Fla]

Thanks Jfootin, I have some pics of my cw9 and the covert job I did on it, but none I want to disclose on the part I mentioned. you're correct, the trigger needs to come out on the poly models, but I actually developed this in my cw40 and then followed up with it in my cw9 and my k9. I'm thinking of offering it to the steel gun guys first, because of ease of installation. Pulling triggers is a bit "interesting" but I would do a youtube video on installation for whatever model the part would be going into.
I'll email the covert pics if you're interested - and thanks - steve

[FLBri]

Lots of interest, steel and Poly

[Steve in Sunny Fla]

FLBri - where are you in Fl? Im in Wesley Chapel, just N of Tampa on 75. I'd be glad to let you shoot either of my 9's if you'ld like - steve

[gb6491]

Thanks Jfootin, I have some pics of my cw9 and the covert job I did on it, but none I want to disclose on the part I mentioned. you're correct, the trigger needs to come out on the poly models, but I actually developed this in my cw40 and then followed up with it in my cw9 and my k9. I'm thinking of offering it to the steel gun guys first, because of ease of installation. Pulling triggers is a bit "interesting" but I would do a youtube video on installation for whatever model the part would be going into.
I'll email the covert pics if you're interested - and thanks - steve

I'm interested
I'm guessing (as the trigger has to come out of the poly guns, but not the steel guns), that the cocking cam is involved. JF, as you mentioned removing the trigger on the poly guns, are you thinking the same?
Regards,
Greg

[cgpeanut]

i'm interested, i got a k-9 with nypd trigger.

[JFootin]

Thanks Jfootin, I have some pics of my cw9 and the covert job I did on it, but none I want to disclose on the part I mentioned. you're correct, the trigger needs to come out on the poly models, but I actually developed this in my cw40 and then followed up with it in my cw9 and my k9. I'm thinking of offering it to the steel gun guys first, because of ease of installation. Pulling triggers is a bit "interesting" but I would do a youtube video on installation for whatever model the part would be going into.
I'll email the covert pics if you're interested - and thanks - steve

Oh, don't delay it for us poly guys. I would have my gunsmith do it; let him watch the video and figure it out if he doesn't already know his way with a Kahr trigger assembly. But it's not something I would try to do myself.

[FLBri]

FLBri - where are you in Fl? Im in Wesley Chapel, just N of Tampa on 75. I'd be glad to let you shoot either of my 9's if you'ld like - steve

What a nice gesture. I will, actually be coming through to Sarasota an about 10 days to 2 weeks. I live in Gainesville. I would love to shoot, and write my reactions here for others. We will be in touch!

[Romadoc]

Also very interested...I'm in Sarasota area. Any discount for multiples..I have 2 K-9s and an MK9. For those who are mechanically challenged, could you do installations?

[Steve in Sunny Fla]

I'm interested
I'm guessing (as the trigger has to come out of the poly guns, but not the steel guns), that the cocking cam is involved. JF, as you mentioned removing the trigger on the poly guns, are you thinking the same?
Regards,
Greg

Very astute! I wish the poly's were easier to do, but the way I see it, if the steel gun guys try it and create some "buzz" then the guys with poly will be more likely to take it on. I have developed a small tool to make the installs something that can be done easily, particularly in the steel guns. The steel kahrs I've worked on were non - elite triggers, and I have some dimensional changes that can accomadate either of the trigger systems. I should have an idea within a week or so if this will be financially feasable, but I've been down the road before of bringing items to market, so I feel this is a strong candidate. Steve

[cowboyarcher]

Sounds interesting to me too!

[downtownv]

I'm In!
Welcome from the Shadows....

[Steve in Sunny Fla]

follow up - had a pretty long conversation with the machinist yesterday, we have a course of action planned. I think I'm going to do a short run and put them out for "beta testers" so I can get feedback, then we'll look into larger runs after that. If you're interested in being a beta tester standby for further instructions! Steve