Kahr Arms CW series review. Excellent product. Excellent value.

Published on December 3, 2011
Duration: 3:12

The Kahr CW series offers ultra-thin, American-made pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP. These models provide Kahr's patented features at a significantly lower price point than higher-end series, making them an excellent value for the budget-conscious shooter. Key differences include a matte stainless steel slide with less machining, a traditional cut rifled barrel, and a polymer front sight.

Quick Summary

The Kahr CW series offers ultra-thin, American-made pistols in 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP. These models provide Kahr's patented features at a significantly lower price point than higher-end series, making them an excellent value for the budget-conscious shooter. Key differences include a matte stainless steel slide with less machining, a traditional cut rifled barrel, and a polymer front sight.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & American Made
  2. 00:05CW Series Models & Calibers
  3. 00:40Slide Construction & Profile
  4. 01:00Barrel & Sights
  5. 01:14Frame & Weight
  6. 01:33Dimensions & Size
  7. 01:51Combat Sight System
  8. 02:08Magazines & Capacity
  9. 02:30Overall Size & Holster Fit
  10. 02:45Value Proposition & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the different models in the Kahr CW series?

The Kahr CW series includes three main models: the CW9 chambered in 9mm, the CW40 in .40 S&W, and the CW45 in .45 ACP. These are often referred to by their caliber designations.

What makes the Kahr CW series a good value?

The Kahr CW series offers Kahr's patented design features and similar dimensions to their higher-priced P-series pistols but at a significantly lower cost, making them an excellent value for budget-conscious buyers.

What are the key differences in the Kahr CW pistol's construction?

CW pistols feature a matte stainless steel slide with less machining, a more rectangular profile, single-line slide markings, a traditional cut rifled barrel, and a polymer front sight blade, all contributing to cost savings.

What are the dimensions and weight of the Kahr CW pistols?

All CW pistols are less than 1 inch wide and less than 5 inches high. Weights range from 15.8 oz for the CW9 to 19.7 oz for the CW45. Overall lengths are 5.9 inches for the CW9 and 6.3 inches for the CW40/CW45.

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