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Kahr MK9
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If I remember the MK9 as being the metal frame version of the PM9 (polymer frame) it is a great pistol. I have the PM9 and it is my constant companion. I trust my life to mine.
Have put about 2000 rounds through it without any issues, and shocked the heck out of myself when I was actually able to put it on paper at 25 yards if I concentrated hard enough.
Add a CT grip any you have the ultimate pocket protection!
Have put about 2000 rounds through it without any issues, and shocked the heck out of myself when I was actually able to put it on paper at 25 yards if I concentrated hard enough.
Add a CT grip any you have the ultimate pocket protection!
Indy_Guy_77
Grandmaster
- Apr 30, 2008
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I think that for the most part, Kahr makes fantastic firearms.
Their metal-framed guns are generally regarded as being "better" than their polymer stuff. And of the steel guns, the full-sized ones are generally regarded as being a tick better than the sub-compact. (sub compact steel being better than sub compact polymer...)
If you have a chance to shoot the MK-9 before buying/trading, please do so. There might be a reason it's for sale. And if you can shoot it, try it with several bullet weights/profiles if you can.
-J-
Their metal-framed guns are generally regarded as being "better" than their polymer stuff. And of the steel guns, the full-sized ones are generally regarded as being a tick better than the sub-compact. (sub compact steel being better than sub compact polymer...)
If you have a chance to shoot the MK-9 before buying/trading, please do so. There might be a reason it's for sale. And if you can shoot it, try it with several bullet weights/profiles if you can.
-J-
Kahr pretty much mandates a 200 round break in before carrying their pistols for self defense. Mine is about as tight now after 2000 rounds as it was when I bought it.
On the other hand mine looks brand new with almost no visible wear, so if you can see wear on the one you are looking at, look it over really closely to make sure it hasn't been abused.
You might ask the dealer if he/she has a return policy if the pistol proves to have problems when you do get a chance to shoot it.
Good luck, generally Kahrs are great pistols.
On the other hand mine looks brand new with almost no visible wear, so if you can see wear on the one you are looking at, look it over really closely to make sure it hasn't been abused.
You might ask the dealer if he/she has a return policy if the pistol proves to have problems when you do get a chance to shoot it.
Good luck, generally Kahrs are great pistols.
I would steer you away from the MK9 and suggest a PM9. As others have said the all steel is heavy. Too heavy for a pocket in MHO.
If it has to go on a belt then I'd go bigger than a sub-compact.
The PM9 with CT is a easy pocket carry. I held off on Kahrs for a long time due to the wierd Moonie cult deal.
I wish I wouldn't have now.
If it has to go on a belt then I'd go bigger than a sub-compact.
The PM9 with CT is a easy pocket carry. I held off on Kahrs for a long time due to the wierd Moonie cult deal.
I wish I wouldn't have now.
sparkyfender
Master
My MK9, which I bought new several years ago, has been 100%.
But for the weight, I consider it a belt gun, not a pocket gun.
But for the weight, I consider it a belt gun, not a pocket gun.
I am torn on the whole pocket carry thing. About the only time I would pocket carry is when wearing shorts that don't have a good option for a belt. Otherwise, it would be a IWB belt carry with a smaller profile than my C3. But then, maybe I should be looking at 45's to keep it in the family...
Mark
Mark
Well, I picked it up today. Traded in some other ones that I did not want/need anymore so it did not cost me anything out of pocket. Got it all cleaned up since the previous owner did not seem to clean it. Hope to shoot it this weekend!
Mark
Mark
8th SPS USAF
Expert
MK9
I have had MK9 and MK40 and pocket carry both with no problems. I have owned several PM9's and they are very nice, but I like the better feel of the MK ones.
I have had MK9 and MK40 and pocket carry both with no problems. I have owned several PM9's and they are very nice, but I like the better feel of the MK ones.
Range Report
One word...Awesome!
For as tiny as this thing is, it is accurate as heck! Only put 35 rounds through it to finish off a box I had laying around, but pretty much shot out the center of my target at about 20 feet! I can't believe how little kick this thing has. You can easily stay on target between shots. Oh, and flawless performance...can't say that for the other gun I shot which will remain nameless...
I did not realize how much smaller this thing is than my Taurus PT709. Definitely going to look into a pocket holster as well as an IWB. Time to start surfing the web...
Mark
One word...Awesome!
For as tiny as this thing is, it is accurate as heck! Only put 35 rounds through it to finish off a box I had laying around, but pretty much shot out the center of my target at about 20 feet! I can't believe how little kick this thing has. You can easily stay on target between shots. Oh, and flawless performance...can't say that for the other gun I shot which will remain nameless...
I did not realize how much smaller this thing is than my Taurus PT709. Definitely going to look into a pocket holster as well as an IWB. Time to start surfing the web...
Mark
