Kahr CM9 9mm Pocket Pistol Review

Published on September 12, 2011
Duration: 10:13

The Kahr CM9 is a cost-effective 9mm pocket pistol, similar in size to the PM9 but with manufacturing simplifications. It offers a superior trigger and better pocketability than the Ruger LC9, making it a strong contender for concealed carry. The CM9 demonstrated reliable performance in testing, including a limp-wrist test, and is praised for its manageable recoil and accuracy.

Quick Summary

The Kahr CM9 is a cost-effective 9mm pocket pistol featuring a smooth, match-like trigger and manageable recoil, making it excellent for concealed carry. It passed reliability tests, including a limp-wrist scenario, and is considered a better value than the Ruger LC9 due to its superior trigger and pocketability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Overview
  2. 00:49Cost-Saving Features
  3. 01:35Pricing and Comparison
  4. 02:13Loading and Operation
  5. 03:00Shooting Performance
  6. 04:28Kahr Family Comparison
  7. 05:20Reliability Testing
  8. 06:00Disassembly and Reassembly
  9. 08:47Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Kahr CM9 more affordable than the PM9?

The Kahr CM9 is more affordable due to manufacturing cost-saving measures. These include a staked front sight instead of a dovetail, less intricate slide machining, a button-rifled barrel instead of polygonal, and it ships with only one magazine.

How should you load a round into the Kahr CM9?

Kahr recommends loading the CM9 by locking the slide back and then using the slide release to chamber a round. Manually racking the slide can sometimes lead to feeding malfunctions.

How does the Kahr CM9 perform in terms of recoil and accuracy?

The CM9 has sharp but manageable recoil for its 15.9oz weight. Its smooth, match-like trigger contributes to good accuracy, especially at typical self-defense distances of 7-10 yards.

Is the Kahr CM9 reliable for self-defense?

Yes, the CM9 demonstrated reliability in testing, passing a limp-wrist test with zero failures and functioning well with defensive ammunition like Winchester Ranger 115gr JHP.

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