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    Polymer Magazine Base Kit

    Just ordered a couple of the Polymer magazine base kits for the Pm9/40. Anybody try 'em yet ? Thought i'd give em a shot to get a little more grip but not be so obtrusive.
    "The wind blew, the shxt flew; ya couldn't see for a week or two ... "
    ~ Shakespeare
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  • #2
    Do you mean the mod done in this thread?
    Link to the kit, if it's something different.

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    • #3
      I ordered 2 of the polymer magazine base plate kits from the Kahr site.
      "The wind blew, the shxt flew; ya couldn't see for a week or two ... "
      ~ Shakespeare

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      • #4
        Originally posted by RONDO View Post
        I ordered 2 of the polymer magazine base plate kits from the Kahr site.
        That would be these, correct? - http://www.kahr.com/Magazines/Kahr-P...d-40-SandW.asp

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        • #5
          Looks great. How about a report when you try them?
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          • #6
            FYI today I reached into my front pocket to check on PM40 in nylon pocket holster. Noticed to my chagrin that the magazine was not fully locked. I had started carrying a money clip in the same front pocket, which further hid the PM40. Found out after many tries, bending over just right the money clip would press the mag release!!!!!
            Thought I would pass this along. Anyone else experienced something similar?
            If you try to fail, and succeed, which have you done?

            When the Government is wrong, it's dangerous to be right!

            Be who you are and say what you feel... because those that matter ... don't mind .
            .. and those that mind ... don't matter!

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            • #7
              Originally posted by az4783054
              Those polymer base plates will work on a PM series, but you need to carefully reduce the overall height on the top side with sandpaper on a very flat surface. Otherwise, the height of the base plate won't allow for the PM magazine catch to engage.

              You can also stipple the front edge of the polymer base plate for appearance and more pinky gripping friction. I like those better than the flat base stainless or PEARCE extensions.

              The PEARCE extensions can likewise be reduced in over length by reducing the excess "hook" material at the bottom.
              I thought this was something new for the PM/MK series pistols. Guess not. So basically, this is what you are looking at:

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              • #8
                The new frame style is slightly shorter, so you might not even have to sand the base plate.

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                • #9
                  My PM 45 mags have that base on them.
                  http://bawanna45.wix.com/bawannas-grip-emporium#!
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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by earle8888 View Post
                    FYI today I reached into my front pocket to check on PM40 in nylon pocket holster. Noticed to my chagrin that the magazine was not fully locked. I had started carrying a money clip in the same front pocket, which further hid the PM40. Found out after many tries, bending over just right the money clip would press the mag release!!!!!
                    Thought I would pass this along. Anyone else experienced something similar?
                    And that folks is why we carry nothing but the gun in a pocket. (You dedicate that pocket to the gun). We will learn from your fail. :001_tt2:
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                    • #11
                      If you don't want your metal base plates, I'm needing 2 of them. Looking to buy them of course. I know I can buy them from Kahr but haven't got 'round to it yet.

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                      • #12
                        FYI today I reached into my front pocket to check on PM40 in nylon pocket holster. Noticed to my chagrin that the magazine was not fully locked. I had started carrying a money clip in the same front pocket, which further hid the PM40. Found out after many tries, bending over just right the money clip would press the mag release!!!!!
                        Thought I would pass this along. Anyone else experienced something similar?


                        Jlottmc,
                        Very good point! The PM40 in the pocket is do-able, comfortable and secure (for me and I realize it is not for everyone) but it is already a load by itself. One day, by mistake, I tried to stick something in my pocket with my PM, but caught it quickly. By the time you get those pockets loaded up with weaponry and dodads, the entire package area gets so crammed up and constricted that it can't breathe good. You gotta have a free floating package guys.
                        Again - You are correct. Nothing should go in the pocket with the gun. Good point.

                        I like the idea of blackened base plates for CCW, but probably not an issue for everyone. I covered my mag base plates with Agrip material. Even with daily pocket carry it seems to be keeping intact and works out very well. Hides that shiny stainless. But I think I can see where the poly base plate extension on the flush mag would give the pinky a place to rest.
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                        • #13
                          I just ordered one even though I thought the shipping was on the steep side. ($8+ to ship a piece of plastic to my front door in Pa.) After I get it I'll report on how it fits my older style PM9.
                          I like Kahr pistols but for the life of me and price we pay for the PM series pistols why there not on there already
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                          • #14
                            I just ordered a new PM40 mag and added one of these base plates while I was at it. Pics to follow!

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                            • #15
                              Anyone have an extra they want to get rid of OR anyone local (middle TN) want to order a few and split shipping $9 for a little plastic piece hurts LOL

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