What About Kahr Pistols?

Published on September 30, 2021
Duration: 9:17

This video clarifies why Kahr Arms pistols were excluded from a previous discussion on double-action carry pistols. Instructor Chris Baker explains that while Kahr pistols are slim and striker-fired, he differentiates them from traditional double-action designs due to their mechanism. He details the safety benefits of true double-action pistols and contrasts them with striker-fired systems like Kahr's, which he likens to DAO in function but distinct in design.

Quick Summary

Chris Baker explains that Kahr pistols are striker-fired, not true double-action. While their trigger pull functions similarly to DAO by cocking and releasing the striker, they lack an external hammer. Traditional double-action firearms offer safety benefits like heavier triggers and longer travel, distinguishing them from Kahr's design.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Why Kahr Pistols?
  2. 01:12Kahr's Exclusion from DA Discussion
  3. 02:01Safety Benefits of True Double Action
  4. 03:34Kahr Trigger Characteristics
  5. 04:34Defining Traditional Action Types
  6. 05:52Striker-Fired vs. Hammer-Fired Explained
  7. 07:59Terminology Challenges & Analogy

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Kahr pistols considered double-action firearms?

According to Chris Baker, Kahr pistols are striker-fired, not traditional double-action. While their trigger pull fully cocks and releases the striker, they lack an external hammer, which is a key characteristic of true double-action or DAO firearms.

What are the safety advantages of traditional double-action pistols?

Traditional double-action pistols offer enhanced safety through features like heavier trigger pulls, longer trigger travel, and the ability to manually control the hammer while holstering, which helps prevent accidental discharges.

How does a Kahr pistol's trigger differ from a Glock's?

Both Kahr and Glock pistols are striker-fired. The Kahr trigger is described as smooth with a rolling break around 6 pounds. While the video doesn't detail Glock trigger specifics, it groups them functionally as striker-fired systems where the trigger pull cocks and releases the striker.

Why is it confusing to call striker-fired guns double-action?

The confusion arises because striker-fired systems, like Kahr's, have a trigger pull that cocks and releases the striker, functionally similar to Double Action Only (DAO). However, traditional DA terminology is rooted in hammer-fired mechanisms, leading to ambiguity when applied to striker-fired designs.

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