What changes would you make to Kahrs...

[ripley16]

For those that don't like the trigger, why did you buy the Kahr in the first place?

Can't speak for anyone but myself, but I bought my first Kahr because of the size of the gun, it's simplicity, the calibers offered, the thin profile and the pleasant grip. It fit my hand mostly to a tee. As to the trigger on that first Kahr, an early K9... I hated it.

I later tried a Kahr with an elite type trigger and decided I could live with it but it has never been a favorite trigger. If the whole trigger assembly were moved toward the front, say 1/4" or so, the pull would, I believe, feel much more natural and less crimped and crammed into a too small space.

Some folks like Kahr triggers, some don't. Other than the QC/ reliability issues and the mag problems, the gun design is pretty commendable, IMHO.

[DriveMyKahr]

I would like these changes...

· Takedown like my Beretta - no pieces are removed, no tools needed.Flip a lever and the slide comes off.
· 3-dot or dot-the-I night sights standard.
· Interchangeable back straps standard.
· Flush fit magazines.
· Better quality control.
· Lifetime warranty

Don’t even think about changing the trigger pull / fire control system. It took me a long time to master it. But now I’m a believer.

[CJB]

Can't speak for anyone but myself, but I bought my first Kahr because of the size of the gun

Now yer talkin'!! Having a lightweight, small, reliable, .45 in your pocket, is a very very comforting feeling.

[jeep45238]

For those that don't like the trigger, why did you buy the Kahr in the first place?

Ergonomics are superb on the T series, as is the build materials and fitting (on mine at least). But, I was faster and more accurate with the SW MP series...so now I have a 4.5" .45ACP one of those, and a 5" 9x19mm one of those.

If I ever get into steel matches, I'll be looking for a 5" .40SW MP model.

[ltxi]

But, if you agree that a PM9 is a self defense gun, and that SD implies concealability, the 1911 is not the first or second choice in carry. To me, that means fix the PM9 and make it more 1911 like. Why train with two systems? I eagerly await the availability of the Kimber Solo. Seems like a perfect design.

The 1911 always has been my first carry choice. But certainly not always the most practical. Having carried slicked up J-frames concealed for much of my life, the PM9 action feels perfectly natural. I think it's great and don't think it needs fixing.

I'm a Kimber fan. I have four. The Solo seems nice and I'll most likely take a good look at it. But unless there's some overriding advantage I see no reason to change.

[orangeandbrown]

Not much to dislike about my Kahrs. Take down would be simplified if the right side of the slide and frame had the "take down alignment marks" also. Metal inserts in the plastic for screws is a great idea. The trigger guard would look alot better without the "speed bump". These are minor gripes about a nearly perfect carry gun.

[OldLincoln]

I stopped using the alignment marks early on. I simply push on the slide stop pin while moving the slide to the rear. It engages when aligned and I simply push the slide back to the notch and pull the pin out. Not more than a couple seconds in the task.

[melissa5]

For those that don't like the trigger, why did you buy the Kahr in the first place?

The PM9 is the best ultra compact 9mm on the market right now.

[BuckeyeBlast]

I can assemble the Kahr in 30 seconds w/ my eyes closed and no tools. Try that w/ a Ruger Mk III.

[wyntrout]

The PM9 is the best ultra compact 9mm on the market right now.

Yep, and the P380 is the best 9mm Kurz!

Wynn

[Rainman48314]

why?

[QUOTE=thetmanski;78592]For those that don't like the trigger, why did you buy the Kahr in the first place? The trigger system is what made me decide to go with Kahr for conceal carry.QUOTE]

I bought it for its size, reputation, a friend's recommendation, and because I had doubts about getting my smaller Sig P238 to function reliably. Now that my second P238 is 100% with my carry ammo (first P238 was replaced by Sig), it lacks only in caliber. After twice weekly shooting for almost four months, I have to say that I shoot the Sig with its SA trigger much better. I'm still trying to improve with the PM9. The changes I want are both frosting on the cake, and a more familiar trigger. I believe everything can be improved.

[Zippo Guy]

I have had all of my Kahr's grips stippled by Accurate-Iron and would like to see that as an option. The ejector port on my P380 is very sharp. I would like to see that melted a bit.

[Jeremiah/Az]

My PM9 & P380 have been almost perfect, a very few malfs early. Do not change a thing!

In a SHTF situation, you ain't gonna see the sights anyway!

I would like to see a .22 lr or .22 mag the size of a P380.

[wyntrout]

I just want a K45... DLC... with NS. DLC not necessary, really, but all SS would be great.

Wynn

[ripley16]

I have had all of my Kahr's grips stippled by Accurate-Iron and would like to see that as an option.

I'd vote for that... good idea.