my PM9 is different

[lpc1836]

taper

Lucky, when did you purchase your pm9?

[racuda]

I just got mine 2 weeks ago. IB8XXX. NO taper.

I wonder if the taper does make it easier to reholster. Surely that isn't the reason for the change.

[handlebar]

It seems that there is no rhyme or reason for the taper based on the serial number.

I e-mailed kahr this morning about the premature slide locking and asked for a new slide stop. I got an e-mail back with in the hour saying, no problem, one is in the mail.

I asked about the taper on the slide, but they did not respond to that issue. Actually, the look is starting to grow on me.

I shot yesterday (225 rounds). It is surprizingly accurate and recoil is minimal. I thought it was going to be a barker, but it is not. So far I am very pleased. Right now I have it loaded with ball b/c I can't trust the hollow point ( 124 gr Gold Dot )yet. I know, ball will over penetrate, leave small holes and not expand. But, if someone pointed a gun at me, I won't be asking if it is ball or HP. I will just look at my feet and say, "feet don't fail me now." I hope that if I ever need it in an emergency situation, the other person will be saying the same-providing he isn't shooting back.

I wore my Bare Asset by High Noon today. It rides high and snug to the body. The holster is tight and will need some breaking in. I ordered it on Wed., got it today. That is quick service.

I am attaching the pic again, because I like it so much.

[MichSteve]

I looked at the PM9 on Kahr's webpage and the new PM9 DLC I have had for a couple of weeks, it has the beveled front like you describe which is different from the picture. Mine has shot 170 rounds or so with no problems.

[js0ne]

It seems that there is no rhyme or reason for the taper based on the serial number.

Maybe the black treatment has something to do with the manufacturing timeline, so the black slides didn't get the taper till the ICxxxx range.

[MikeyKahr]

Tapered PM9

Hi everyone. Long time reader (i.e. lurker), first time posting. I am the proud owner of a new PM9 as well (first handgun) and want to take this opportunity to thank you all for sharing all of your good tips and insights on this forum. The slide on my new PM9 is also tapered (serial#IB8xxx) and I absolutely like the look. Attached are two pics of my baby.

Now for some important questions that I have not been able to find answers for anywhere on this forum:

1) Is there a lube chart or diagram out there for how we should lube up our Kahrs?

2) Does anyone have any clue as to what the proper procedure would be to prep my new Kahr?

3) Does anyone on here have any experience with shooting upwards of 30,000 rounds through their PM9? If so, can they fill us in on what gig they have going on and when they plan on retiring their weapon?

4) Does anyone else have a little nick in one of their guide rails?

5) Should I now go and shoot my PM9 like I stole it?

Thanks in advance for all of the replies, they are much appreciated.

[Bawanna]

JimK, is that you? I sense a trap. Your 30 days up already? I'll go put on my flak jacket just in case.

[Lucky13]

Lucky, when did you purchase your pm9?

I just purchased my PM9 within the past month.

[bps3040]

Mine is tapered and purchased mid May

[joshh]

my new ma compliant pm9 has the regular slide and i will double check but think the manufacture date on box was may 2010.

[jocko]

try this section

Hi everyone. Long time reader (i.e. lurker), first time posting. I am the proud owner of a new PM9 as well (first handgun) and want to take this opportunity to thank you all for sharing all of your good tips and insights on this forum. The slide on my new PM9 is also tapered (serial#IB8xxx) and I absolutely like the look. Attached are two pics of my baby.

Now for some important questions that I have not been able to find answers for anywhere on this forum:

1) Is there a lube chart or diagram out there for how we should lube up our Kahrs?

2) Does anyone have any clue as to what the proper procedure would be to prep my new Kahr?

3) Does anyone on here have any experience with shooting upwards of 30,000 rounds through their PM9? If so, can they fill us in on what gig they have going on and when they plan on retiring their weapon?

4) Does anyone else have a little nick in one of their guide rails?

5) Should I now go and shoot my PM9 like I stole it?

Thanks in advance for all of the replies, they are much appreciated.

go to the kahr tech section and hit on the lube chart thread, It will show you. then hit on the PROPPER PREPPINGOF YOUR NEW KAHR and follow that and you willbe good to go.

welcome abaord.

I certanly hope your sincere in your post and request for if you have been a lurker, most of the questions you have asked have been answered numerous times on this forum...

[MikeyKahr]

Replies to Bawanna45cal and Jocko

Bawanna45cal, the answer is no to JimK, so you may put away the flak jacket....for now anyway!

Jocko, I must come clean and admit that my questions were with my tongue firmly planted in my cheek. I have been reading and re-reading posts in the PM Series and Kahr-Tech forum for months now, and gone through all 23 pages of PM and all 7 pages of Kahr-Tech. My questions were a collection of those that have seemingly been asked and answered dozens of times (mostly by the two of you). I made an attempt at humor and apparently failed miserably. Okay, I know this is how you feel, you can admit it....

MikeyKahr---> :7: <---Jocko

I just want to say thanks for all of the posts and discussions that all of you have contributed to so far in this wonderful world of Kahr, they've been very helpful to this newbie here (and surely many others). The lube chart is fantastic as is the prepping thread. My PM9 is prepped (1000 hand racks just to be on the safe side!!), cleaned, lubed and ready to go for the first range session (i.e. 200+ round break-in session) later this week before my concealed carry class. Wish me luck!

One more question.....Should I use FMJ or HP for the break-in session??

[Bawanna]

Bawanna45cal, the answer is no to JimK, so you may put away the flak jacket....for now anyway!

Jocko, I must come clean and admit that my questions were with my tongue firmly planted in my cheek. I have been reading and re-reading posts in the PM Series and Kahr-Tech forum for months now, and gone through all 23 pages of PM and all 7 pages of Kahr-Tech. My questions were a collection of those that have seemingly been asked and answered dozens of times (mostly by the two of you). I made an attempt at humor and apparently failed miserably. Okay, I know this is how you feel, you can admit it....

MikeyKahr---> :7: <---Jocko

I just want to say thanks for all of the posts and discussions that all of you have contributed to so far in this wonderful world of Kahr, they've been very helpful to this newbie here (and surely many others). The lube chart is fantastic as is the prepping thread. My PM9 is prepped (1000 hand racks just to be on the safe side!!), cleaned, lubed and ready to go for the first range session (i.e. 200+ round break-in session) later this week before my concealed carry class. Wish me luck!

One more question.....Should I use FMJ or HP for the break-in session??

Nicely done, my flak jacket is put away. I think your gonna fit in just fine around here. I'm totally relieved that your identity is not who I thought it was.
I'd use FMJ / Ball IE: cheap for your break in, when you experience no issues and things are running smooth at whatever point that is 150 - 200 or before if your doing the installment break it which is perfectly fine, run your HP's to see if they run OK for ya.
Sorry I called you out without solid ID but your tongue in cheek, very good attempt at humor worked perfectly and I smelled troll. Even compared notes with a few others and all agreed something wasn't right.
Let us know how she runs when you hit the range.

[joshh]

broke mine in & shoot at range with federal fmj's from walmart for $9.50/box. never and issue... lets hear what you think when your done. have fun

[kahrdriver]

My new PM9 has the taper also. It was just purchased last week.