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I got to the range on Friday to shoot my new (3rd) barrel.
50 rounds Speer lawman 147 fmj (good stuff!) and 50 rounds Blazer Brass 115 gr, as well as a dozen of so of Winchester Ranger 147 gr. No problems whatsoever. I'd estimate my total rounds through this weapon to now be 400-450. A very noticeable difference to me in overall smoothness of operation.
Moreover, when I got back and cleaned the weapon, no sign of flaking inside or out on the barrel. No particular problems cleaning.
I think (and hope) this gets me past this problem.
A couple of observations and thoughts:
The latest barrel (#3) was very different in appearance to original and #2. The first two had a more shiny finish. #3 was obviously a chrome finish but more like what you might see on quality hand tools. Hard to verbalize but it seemed more robust and substantial.
The crown of #3 was visibly different. Different angle.
The outside cuts at the chamber were also different.
And notably, the hood was fully dimensioned and had to be slightly stoned to fit. This was not all bad as it makes for a better fit at the end of the day.
Knowing what I know now, brand new out of the box this weapon would benefit from a tune-up (i.e. thorough cleaning and lube, light stoning, breaking/radiusing edges, lapping slide) before it is ever fired. I know C&S offers this kind of service but they are too pricey and schedule backlogged. This is an opportunity for gunsmiths (or Kahr!) to offer a service and carve out a niche for themselves. It'd be worth $100-$200, just in saved break-in ammo and aggravation.
Bottom line: it worked & did not flake in 100+ rounds.
I want to shoot this weapon some more, but I am confident enough now to carry for defense.
Stay safe.
50 rounds Speer lawman 147 fmj (good stuff!) and 50 rounds Blazer Brass 115 gr, as well as a dozen of so of Winchester Ranger 147 gr. No problems whatsoever. I'd estimate my total rounds through this weapon to now be 400-450. A very noticeable difference to me in overall smoothness of operation.
Moreover, when I got back and cleaned the weapon, no sign of flaking inside or out on the barrel. No particular problems cleaning.
I think (and hope) this gets me past this problem.
A couple of observations and thoughts:
The latest barrel (#3) was very different in appearance to original and #2. The first two had a more shiny finish. #3 was obviously a chrome finish but more like what you might see on quality hand tools. Hard to verbalize but it seemed more robust and substantial.
The crown of #3 was visibly different. Different angle.
The outside cuts at the chamber were also different.
And notably, the hood was fully dimensioned and had to be slightly stoned to fit. This was not all bad as it makes for a better fit at the end of the day.
Knowing what I know now, brand new out of the box this weapon would benefit from a tune-up (i.e. thorough cleaning and lube, light stoning, breaking/radiusing edges, lapping slide) before it is ever fired. I know C&S offers this kind of service but they are too pricey and schedule backlogged. This is an opportunity for gunsmiths (or Kahr!) to offer a service and carve out a niche for themselves. It'd be worth $100-$200, just in saved break-in ammo and aggravation.
Bottom line: it worked & did not flake in 100+ rounds.
I want to shoot this weapon some more, but I am confident enough now to carry for defense.
Stay safe.
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