Karh Arms

[ray_rodriguez15]

I was looking at purchasing one of either the .40 caliber or .45 acp for ccw karh arms SA pistol wanted some opinions if they are good quality gun?

 

[smallbore]

I own one of their K9's and have put over 3k rds through it. I keep it/spare magazine here on the desk. I'm pleased with it.

 

[The Lone Haranguer]

I've owned two, a PM9 (2006) and an E9 (less finished, "economy" K9, 1999). The former did need some work to make it run properly, the latter ran flawlessly. Kahrs are among my top recommendations for a CCW gun when adequate caliber is needed but large size is not wanted.

 

[TonyT]

I have used a Kahr PM-9 for several years and it has been totally relaible and surprisingly accurate. I did not consider the PM-40 because of the sharper recoil but would consider the new PM-45. For some reason I find the 45 ACP easier to control at equal power factors than the 40 S&W. The PM-45 was not available when I purchased my PM-9 several yeras ago.

 

[jon_in_wv]

Personally, I would steer clear of the PM models. There are too many reports of troubles with them (there are plenty of happy PM owners but the level of complaints seems disproportional to the PM models) , they are not much smaller than the P models (unless you plan to pocket carry), and the loss of ballistics and shootability may not be worth the trade off. If ballistics are important to you the .45 is a low pressure round and loses quite a bit of velocity out of the short barrel of the Kahrs. I believe much more strongly in the 9mm or 40 S&W for short barreled carry.

 

[Prosser]

When I bought mine, the guys at the shop said the PM40's had problems, and pushed me to the PM9.
I'm intrigued by the PM45, and wish it was legal in Kali.

I'd have a look at Kahr's website, and their links to gun reviews that will give you how the ammunition works out of each model.

It's more about powder speed, and bullet weight then caliber in what looses velocity, and what doesn't.

If the ammomaker tailors the round to short barrels, it may maintain more speed then
other rounds. Be aware that some companies market "short barreled" loads, that are actually matched to longer barrels, using a slower burning powder. Doesn't stop them from misleading, and mislabeling the ammunition to sell it to you. Buyer beware.
Look at chronograph results, then make your choice.