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I've been researching my next carry piece for what feels like months now, and I think I've arrived at a decision. But before I make my move, I figured I'd consult the fine folks here at Kahrtalk. I joined for just this reason..
I recently purchased a Walther PPS (after tons of research and shooting) for my wife to carry, and we both love it. But I want a different pistol, to keep our collection diverse.
I've arrived at the Kahr K9 because it seems to be as close to the perfect carry weapon (for me) that I can find. No pistol is absolutely perfect, and I think I'm fully aware of the downsides of the K9, but- well, we'll see after I get some more advice.
I want metal. Steel preferably, but I would consider alloy. I like the idea of a soft-shooter for more range fun, and quicker second-shot acquisition. I have a great gun belt, so the added weight compared to a similarly sized polymer won't bother me.
9mm. I currently carry a Glock 21, and .45 ammo is expensive. With the wife's PPS, we can buy 9mm in bulk and shoot more.
Slim, single-stack. My G21 can feel like a cinderblock on my waist sometimes. Summer carry is difficult at best.
DAO. Since I'm used to the Glock, I don't want to learn a new trigger style. I like shooting all types, but for carry and defense, I want simple and consistent.
No external safety. Again, simple and consistent. Just like the Glock and the PPS.
Small, but not TOO small. I like to get all three non-trigger fingers on the grip.
Now, I'm aware of some drawbacks:
Some don't like the trigger, but I understand it's smooth. Long, but smooth. I've shot a CW9, but I don't really remember exactly how it felt. I think I could get used to it. I own and frequently shoot a S&W revolver. Similar to the Kahr trigger, but even heavier.
I've heard that the mags tend to shed their contents when carried loose, but I don't intend to carry a spare mag, at least not for the foreseeable future. That could change, though. If I did, I wouldn't carry it loose in a pocket.
The price- yes it's a costly compared to other options, but if it's as well built as folks claim, I'm willing to pay the premium for a well-crafted machine. If I go ahead with it, I'd want the elite version.
Is there anything I'm missing? It seems to fit the bill more than anything else I've seen available.
I'm not a wealthy man, so I tend to look at purchases like this as an investment, and I like to have all of my bases covered before I make a 700-800 dollar mistake.
Heck, I'll research a pair of socks before I go shopping. It drives my wife nuts!
Thanks friends.
tek610
I recently purchased a Walther PPS (after tons of research and shooting) for my wife to carry, and we both love it. But I want a different pistol, to keep our collection diverse.
I've arrived at the Kahr K9 because it seems to be as close to the perfect carry weapon (for me) that I can find. No pistol is absolutely perfect, and I think I'm fully aware of the downsides of the K9, but- well, we'll see after I get some more advice.
I want metal. Steel preferably, but I would consider alloy. I like the idea of a soft-shooter for more range fun, and quicker second-shot acquisition. I have a great gun belt, so the added weight compared to a similarly sized polymer won't bother me.
9mm. I currently carry a Glock 21, and .45 ammo is expensive. With the wife's PPS, we can buy 9mm in bulk and shoot more.
Slim, single-stack. My G21 can feel like a cinderblock on my waist sometimes. Summer carry is difficult at best.
DAO. Since I'm used to the Glock, I don't want to learn a new trigger style. I like shooting all types, but for carry and defense, I want simple and consistent.
No external safety. Again, simple and consistent. Just like the Glock and the PPS.
Small, but not TOO small. I like to get all three non-trigger fingers on the grip.
Now, I'm aware of some drawbacks:
Some don't like the trigger, but I understand it's smooth. Long, but smooth. I've shot a CW9, but I don't really remember exactly how it felt. I think I could get used to it. I own and frequently shoot a S&W revolver. Similar to the Kahr trigger, but even heavier.
I've heard that the mags tend to shed their contents when carried loose, but I don't intend to carry a spare mag, at least not for the foreseeable future. That could change, though. If I did, I wouldn't carry it loose in a pocket.
The price- yes it's a costly compared to other options, but if it's as well built as folks claim, I'm willing to pay the premium for a well-crafted machine. If I go ahead with it, I'd want the elite version.
Is there anything I'm missing? It seems to fit the bill more than anything else I've seen available.
I'm not a wealthy man, so I tend to look at purchases like this as an investment, and I like to have all of my bases covered before I make a 700-800 dollar mistake.
Heck, I'll research a pair of socks before I go shopping. It drives my wife nuts!
Thanks friends.
tek610
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