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Kahr MK9 Elite *range report*

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I took my new favorite pocket pistol to the firing line today for a workout. Accompanying me were 200 rounds of 115gr Blazer aluminum, 150 rounds of Remington UMC 115gr FMJ, 100 rounds of Blazer Brass 115gr, 50 rounds of some old Federal 115gr Hi-Shok JHP and 50 rounds of Speer 124gr +P Gold Dot JHP.

It was an indoor range and all shots were fired from a standing position at a distance of 7 yards (21ft).

First, I shot up all the Blazer aluminum and brass. 250 rounds and not a single malfunction. One thing I noticed right away though is this little dude needs some skateboard tape on the front strap. There's not a whole lot of grip surface and what there is is a little on the slippery side.
Accuracy with the Blazer was about what I expected. Fair but not fabulous.

Next I went through the 150 rounds of Remington. I had one occasion where the slide locked back with 3 rounds left in the mag. I believe it was caused by my thumb bumping it though as it never happened again.

The Federal Hi-Shok (old red/white box) was totally reliable, which really isn't a surprise since it's got to be the smallest hp opening ever. This ammo was fun to shoot though as it was a bit hotter than the Blazer and Rem UMC. Again, zero malfunctions.

Lastly, the Gold Dots. This is the ammo I carry when I carry a 9mm. It's been 100% reliable and accurate in everything I've tried it in including pistols and carbines.
With the little Kahr it didn't disappoint. I was able to put all 50 rounds into one hole at 7 yards. There wasn't much more muzzle flash than the Blazer and there was less than the Federal.
Recoil was moderate and easily manageable.

As for the gun itself, it has a great feel to it. It's very balanced and the trigger is exceptional for a striker fired pistol.

I recommend anyone looking for a reliable, powerful pocket sized pistol to give the MK9 a chance.

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Post by jbirds1210 »

Thanks for the report. The Kahr really looks like a nice little gun! BTW, nice shooting ;-)
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jbirds1210 wrote:BTW, nice shooting ;-)

Roger that!

Very nice.
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Thanks. I just got back from the hardware store buying some skateboard tape. I put some on the front strap and the front of the trigger gaurd. Now I need to go shoot it some more. :grin:
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thats a nice gun and thats is some damn nice shooting



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Great report and glad to hear that you like your new pistol.
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