CW380 ftrtb issues.... not the only one it seems

[erichard]

They may recommend the way they do in order to evenly center the small spring inside the larger. If one finished coil seats inside the other larger finished coil, it's pretty well centered, more so that the open coil inside the larger finished coil. I imagine that centering would be important to avoid the spring clashing upon compression.

It is mildly annoying when reinstalling that guide rod to have the open spring peak out the hole before the guide rod pushes in, but not a show stopper. I usually keep the open tip aligned at the same point and aim them low to keep them from jutting out the hole as I install the guide rod.

But I'm open to what works, so experimentation is fine by me.

[Esco]

They may recommend the way they do in order to evenly center the small spring inside the larger. If one finished coil seats inside the other larger finished coil, it's pretty well centered, more so that the open coil inside the larger finished coil. I imagine that centering would be important to avoid the spring clashing upon compression.

It is mildly annoying when reinstalling that guide rod to have the open spring peak out the hole before the guide rod pushes in, but not a show stopper. I usually keep the open tip aligned at the same point and aim them low to keep them from jutting out the hole as I install the guide rod.

But I'm open to what works, so experimentation is fine by me.

yea I can see it keeping it centered at the base, but in my mind that area isn't as important as the part that slides against the rod. if all the spring pressure is on one side at the tip it could cause drag.
and i would like both finished ends at the front but you really need the finished end of the outer spring at the base so it doesn't slip off, but that finished end also keeps the clipped end of the inner spring contained. since that clipped end is stationary it shouldn't be a problem.
thats why I dont get why they didnt just finish both ends...
and it is rather annoying when those clipped ends keep slipping out of the hole.... mine doesn't do that anymore though.

[timboy]

I agree 100% on the spring issue,it is annoying keeping them from popping out the end on re assembly.
None of my other brand pistols have springs like that and I'm damn happy about it.

[jimrod1969]

I was fairly new to shooting micro pistols like the CM9, CM40 and CW380 after having extensive experience with full size and compacts, I learned that you really have to pay attention to your grip..it must be firm to allow the action to properly (avoid limp-wristing), which is more of a challenge with a micro grip/ frame pistol as it is far less forgiving than a sub-compact/ compact/ full size. Allowing the gun to rotate in your hand causes failure to feed/ failure to go fully into battery issues. Also, as the frame is so small, you have to avoid dragging your thumbs on the slide (particularly the CW380) if you use a high thumb hold which can cause the slide to fail to lock open after last round. Finally, the Kahrs, from my experience, ARE ammo sensitive. Some ammo will function flawlessly and others will have chronic failure to go into battery and some failure to extract problems. I've had issues with store bought reloads and some factory ammo such as TulAmmo. PMC has been excellent. Kahr's are not trash ammo eaters like Glocks and HK's - they are a bit finicky. Once you get the right ammo and are mindful of your grip, you should be dialed in for 100% reliability. My three are 100% now after figuring all of the aforementioned out - no trips to Kahr necessary. Hope this helps