Charging Handles for Kahr 9mm Pistols NOW AVAILABLE

[Alfonse]

https://lakelinellc.com/shop/kahr-9mm-charging-handle/

[b4uqzme]

^^^ that came out looking really good! I know the design makes the slide easier to grasp but does it make it easer to rack? I mean the spring is still stiff right? But you get more leverage?

[Alfonse]

^^^ that came out looking really good! I know the design makes the slide easier to grasp but does it make it easer to rack? I mean the spring is still stiff right? But you get more leverage?

I'm not quite sure how to answer that. The spring stiffness and force required doesn't change. Hopefully not having to grip the slide as fiercely makes it easier to rack the slide when grip strength is the issue. That's the idea anyway.

[Longitude Zero]

In tactical shooting those type wings are invaluable in one handed weapon handling. To rack the slide you catch the wing against the top of your belt and run the firearm downward. Suarez has had them for Glocks and Scott Springer for Springfield XD's for two or three years now.

[Scarywoody]

I would round the edges more. Seems like it would snag on clothing when drawn.

[CPTKILLER]

An interesting idea.

[Alfonse]

I would round the edges more. Seems like it would snag on clothing when drawn.

You could do that. I prototyped this quite a bit. There is a tradeoff between grip and size, i.e. do you want it slippery or to "snag" enough to be able to operate it. Since removing material is something folks can do, you would have the option of making it anyway you want.

[1911master]

Ok, that is cool. May have to think about one or two of these.

[nmkahrshooter]

A good idea if you have problems racking the slide.

[TXscooterguy]

Any thought of making it in a stainless steel color to match the slide?

[Alfonse]

Any thought of making it in a stainless steel color to match the slide?

That isn't in the plans at this point. Thanks though!

[finpro]

On a Heckler & Koch VP9, the cocking extensions make cocking easier. These are standard with the VP9, but are removable to make the slide thinner. On a VP9, these are two individual wings, held in place by the rear sight, but serve the same purpose. I ultimately removed mine to make the gun more concealable. Even with the VP9's aggressive cocking serrations, and a less strong spring, I thought it would be much easier for anyone with grip weakness to manipulate the slide. If I had not intended to compete with this pistol, and, perhaps, carry it, I would have left these cocking wings in place. (It later occurred to me that only one cocking wing could have been removed to split the difference, and I might have considered that.) If I had a Kahr that was not to be carried concealed, I would consider getting the Lakeline part for ease of use under stress. If grip strength were a concern, it might make sense even for a carry pistol.

[robistro]

I would round the edges more. Seems like it would snag on clothing when drawn.

This looks like a good idea, but I agree, I think it could potentially cause issues drawing your weapon from concealment, and/or cut into your waistline or other location on your body depending where you carry.

[Gebe]

I know this an old thread and probably dumb question but what's the hole on the right side for?

[gb6491]

I know this an old thread and probably dumb question but what's the hole on the right side for?

I've never handled one of Al's charging handles, but to remove the back plate on a Kahr slide you must depress the rear extractor pin. There's a cut out on the factory plate for this, so I imagine that's what the hole is for on the charging handle.

Regards,
Greg