Kahr CM9
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- Shooting and comparing the handy little Kahr CM9.
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Watched this one several years ago. You pretty much convinced me to try Kahr pistols. Bought a PM9 first,loved it so ended up with 2 more CM9s,1CW380 and a P9. All of them are accurate, reliable and outstanding conceal carry guns.
Concealed carry.
Werewolf.
Hello, any comparison to the sig 365, hellcat, and m&p? I am aware those are better pistols but im not looking to spend $600+ on one. How does your cm9 hold up against those?
@musaabr Good question. The Sig is about the same size, very close and of course carries more. The Shield is bigger and again, carries more. Shooting characteristics, all three are excellent. The Shield is probably the most accurate and softest shooting. The sig and kahr are similar. Both good. Not jumpy pistols. Reliability... the Shield is tops and that's important. The Sig is considered more reliable but my Kahr has never misfed. So it's a toss up. The kahr is 100-200 $less. And that's something to consider. Understand this though, none of the 3 are true pocket pistols. Not even the Kahr. Too big for normal clothing or summer carry. So, it's up to you. All very good choices. Hope that helps.
Mag guts makes a plus1 or 2 spring for Khar Arms.
Update, I have two CM9's. Thousands of rounds through mine and totally reliable. I have a number of guns in this class to include the Sig 365. That gun stays in the safe, I love my Kahr so much more. Actually less recoil even though it weighs 2 oz. less. Not as snappy. The Kahr is perfect size and weight for EDC. Big fan boy of these guns. Worth every nickel I paid and never looked back.
Saw one of these yesterday in Academy Sports. Your review convinced me to give it a try.
How much u pay
gotta love that low bore axis!
You made me a bigger fan of guns. I never liked them all too much, but your channel and the way you educate about them, is so appealing to me!
+Colton Vaughn Take a safety course and try it out for yourself. Its fun, just like wacking golf balls.
+Colton Vaughn Go down to your local range. Start with a .22lr. It won't punch you in the hand, and it might awaken a life long passion. I want to thank you for your intellectual honesty, many people who are opposed to firearms stay that way. Thank you for taking the time to learn and for giving a part of life that has been so demonized lately the time of day!
+.40 S&W Fan Oh hell yes, guns are just like a badly addictive drug, 1 or 2 hits and you are hooked, just that guns as long as used the propper way are not in any way bad, or evil.
+looseballs1966 I really don't think that is a good way to describe guns or the gun community to someone who is new to them. I get the point you are trying to make, guns are very fun to collect and shoot, but the way you voice this to others should not include comparing them to drugs that cause you to become an addict. Give better advice like other folks in this comment thread such as @.40 S&W Fan.
+Colton Vaughn Amen! I am a gun toting liberal, and trust me there are many of us! I have discovered in my journey into gun ownership the sever flaws in the anti-gun arguments. I agree with all replies here, even looseballs1966! With a emphasis on RESPONSIBLE gun ownership!
I bought a CM9 last month and I love it. One of the best shooting and accurate compact pistols I have ever shot.
I agree!
I carry my CM9 daily. I found out how quick what a great gun this is the day I bought it. Absolutely flawless operation, enough that I trust my life and the life of my loved ones on it. I sit a lot at work and pocket carry in a Blackhawk pocket holster. It does great. Good review !
I'm a LEO and have carried the CM9 for several years as my back-up and off duty carry. I love my CM9 and have found it to be reliable. Thanks for the video.
@Dick Burns 6 Round magazine
Been carrying the CM 9 foror around 4 or 5 years in a Recluse pocket holster and never leave home without it.
I just bought a KAHR CW40. I love this gun. Build quality and all. It conceals so well and it's a 40 caliber round. So power is there to deliver
Do you carry one in the pipe?
@@codyriddle9042 absolutely. No other way to carry. Put it this way. The 1911 .45 ACP is my favorite type of handgun. Catch my drift ?
one sided with trigger block? or the two sided clam shell? looking at them, might like the clam shell in front pocket
I bought a CM9 several years ago and I just love it. I carry it more than any other pistol that I own. The thing that really sets it apart for me is the trigger. Kahr has 7 different patents on their trigger, and it really is unique. You're just not going to find that kind of trigger on any other pistol.
I've had and been carrying the CW9 for about 5 years now and love it. I've shot tons of different ammo through it and never had a single problem with it.
I have owned a cm9 since early 2013 never had one issue. great little gun, I actually prefer to carry it over my G26 because of the size. I do shoot it regularly and have put thousands of rounds through it. once again great video sir.
Love my CM9. Totally reliable so far.
8 years later, what’s your opinion on them?
@@samael6903 Still like it. Mag release is a little sticky
@@kcmt01 thank you very much for replying. I think I’ve made my decision. I wish you the best in life.
I must admit, Hickok 45 just helped me make a buying decision . Thank you sir .
Being in south Texas, clothing options for concealed carry are often limited. I've had a CM9 riding in my pocket for 3 years now. I love the gun. Never a hiccup and she's had a lot of rounds downrange.
Regarding "C vs P" build and reliability...I have a 5,000 round CW9 (slightly bigger brother to CM). No breakage, excellent accuracy, and just as reliable as my Glocks. Had it for 5 years, and bet my life on it daily. G43 is on my "must buy" list, but it keeps getting bumped down cause I already have an outstanding CCW pistol (and limited funds).
Only problem with these CW9/PM9 is the price of the mags. They are ALWAYS $30.
My experience mirrors yours (except my round count is still in 3 digits) with my all-black CM9. Great little pistol.
I would choose a Kahr over 2 Glocks
@@PyroRob69 I'm from three years in the future. They're $40 now.
@@john091077 That wouldn't surprise me. I stopped looking since I had 3. If I know I am going to an area I might need more, I take my XD with 16 round mags, and they were giving those mags away. I think I have a dozen of them.
I have carried a CM9 now for 3 years and very reliable and accurate. My only small concealed carry.
gerald bowling How do you carry it?
Tim S I carry in my pants pocket in a DeSantis pocket holster.
Iv got the cm .40 and i love mine. And that hang up your talking about clears up after break in. Mine did that when i first bought it,but it quit after i racked the slide quite a bit. Mine shoots perfect. Eats everything i feed it. And thank you for your videos. I watched your videos when i got my first gun. You've taught me so much. Thank you.
Have had a PM9 for a couple decades (CM9 wasn't available until about 2011). Outstanding carry pistol that has never malfunctioned in any way. Also have a TP9 (bigger version of PM9 with same trigger feel) as the longer barrel and grip is a little more fun for practice.
I have had the CM9 for a couple years and it has more then 5000 rounds through it. Not a single malfunction. I am very impressed with it. Thanks for reviewing
CM9 is also cheaper because of quality control. The top round in the mag actually flips up to feed. Recoil causes it, as does inserting the magazine. When you do so with the slide closed it gets pushed back down so it can hang when you rack it unless you do so very hard.
Manual says it's intended to be carried condition 1 for that reason.
I've carried the .40 version of this exact pistol for some years now. Love it! Rides in my pocket all day with no discomfort, and it gives me 6 rounds of .40 power. Hurts like all hell to shoot, but for a pocket carry gun, it's awesome.
Might as well go for the PM40.
I don't know why but that wooden box full of shiny ammo is really appealing. 😆
We have a PM9 and two CM9s and have never had a malfunction with any of them. I have been pocket carrying the CM9 for about a year now. I take it to the range without cleaning it after pocket carry and no problems. A great little pistol for the money.
Thank you so much for doing this nice carry gun. I've had mine for years and its the last conceal carry I have used. I got a High Noon Holster to go with it and its a charm! Ive had great service over the years and has never failed and ate all sorts of ammo types.
After the break in, and if you use the slide release as they recommend, they seem very reliable. At least in my experience, and the forums tend to agree.
I bought the CM 9 over a year ago and love it.. I really wanted the PM 45 so I bought that one also.. I found that the 45 shoots as well as my Glock.. At 45 feet I was putting a full mag in a 3 inch group.. Kahr is a great gun.. I like it so much I trust it with my life because it's my everyday carry.. I have shot both guns hundreds of times and have had zero problems..
I've been pocket carrying one of these for almost 2 years now. Great little pistol for that job, and a good shooter once you get practice with it.
Okay Hickok, after hearing you extol the virtues of Talon grips for the umpteen thousandth time, I finally took a look at their website. I just couldn't justify $18 for a little piece of rubberized sandpaper. Instead I cut a piece of bicycle inner tube (a little less than 1" in diameter) I had out in the garage, and stretched it over the grip. The aggressive checkering on the CM9 really holds it in place well, and the checkering actually shows through the rubber. And you're right - it made a HUGE difference in the way that little fella feels in my hand. I have to say, putting a little something on that grip was excellent advice. Thanks!
+dpbeardslee Yep, it's turns alot of little pistols into a firearm that you can actually hold onto and shoot. :-)
CM9 is a great little gun...sold to a friend and he's carried it for years.
mr hickcock I've been shooting competition since I was twelve years old know many fine expert competitive shooter's you sir can handle a firearm very well! You are extremely knowledgeable with firearms facts and techniques and you are a gentleman! Enjoy your videos...
Nice comment kid! Fair dues
That cm is an good little gun. I carried it for 2yrs. All kinds of cheap ammo and never one issue. With thats said if you dont rack it hard or release the slide lock it will stay open. It is crazy loud, ear piercing.
Well worth the money though and very easy to carry even with the extended mag. Awsome review as usual.
I've got 600 rounds through my PM9 in the 6 months I've had it and I've never had a single malfunction of any sort with different brands of ammo. In my opinion it is the most versatile single stack 9 as it can fit comfortably in your pocket without bulging and it sits just as comfortably IWB.
Love my CM9. The newer ones come with a rubber grip in the box. This weapon is the perfect pocket pistol as far as I am concerned.
Ross Whaley do the newer ones come with night sights
Ric mine came with 3dot sites. Don't know about night sights. The one I have is the newest with a tungsten slide, 3 dot sights, rubber grip sleeve, and one 6 round mag with finger extension. It is my edc weapon.
I have a Kahr CW45 as my conceal carry. I absolutely love that gun. It is reliable and accurate, especially once you get the feel of it. The CW45 also takes 1911 magazines, so you can save A LOT of money when purchasing extra magazines.
I like how you can see the bullet flying to that gong looks awesome :)
All gun reviews I look for go through Hickok first....If he does not have one...then I move on. He does not judge the firearm in anyway....he gets to the point....Look at all his sponsors...that should tell you something....good job Hickok / Hickok and son!! Please keep making videos...We all appreciate them very much!!!
Grips, yes. Hi Hickok. Recently added a Pearce rubber grip to my LCP and 13lb spring and it is now a pleasure to shoot. Feels better to hold and recoil is now under control.
This guy must get a lot of ants in his yard from all those two liters🤣
i think that every time I see that. hahaha
Haven't read one thing bad about either,,,, I think its a perfect choice for an EDC,,,,😁✌🇺🇸💪
Lmao
With his accuracy, I'm sure he target practices on the and lowers the ant population in one session
rumor has it if you take the cm9's recoil spring out press it real hard then let go, it hits harder than bullets.
Ive been carrying my cm9 recoil spring for years now and i love it!
Kahr's manual with the firearm states, "Leave the slide locked back for a week to break it in." Went to the range the day I got it, lots of problems. Left it locked back a week, not a single problem since. Excellent firearms, Kahr has.
I carry a CW9 daily, and also have a CT380, CW380 and a CT45. All are excellent shooting weapons, accurate and reliable. I've not had one issue with any of them. I was apprehensive about buying such a small 9mm and assumed that the recoil would be to snappy and unmanageable; hard to keep on target. But this weapon is extremely easy to shoot and follow up shots are quick. You'll only get two fingers on the grip, but that's the trade-off for such a small weapon and it's enough to control the gun easily. Get yourself one. You'll be glad that you did
I've owned a P9 for six years and in that time have had exactly zero malfunctions of ANY kind. Always goes bang when it's supposed to. I've owned a CM9 for two years and in that time, same performance, zero issues of any kind. I carry one or the other every single day, and in south Florida that means through the hottest most humid temperatures in the country. The one thing that I do wish Kahr would do is improve the magazine design, it sticks out, and also, until break in, the smaller CM9 did not want to feed the extended 8 round magazines 100%. However, I gladly go out the door with the standard mag pistol every day. And in south Florida, the CM9 is available for $400 or slightly less if you look.
Hundreds of rounds through my CW380. Had issues with slingshot and failures to feed when gun was brand new, but since about 300 or so rounds, i've had no issues with a slingshot on my CW380. Been reliable and awesome!
I have a Khar .380. It's one of my pocket carry guns. LOVE IT. Another great vid Hickok45, ty.
I understand why this guy has one of the most popular channels.. Very knowledgeable and informative..
I agree in adding something to grips on the smaller EDCs - I put a little hogue on my EC9S and it made a huge improvement
This is one of those videos that Hickock helped me make a purchase decision. :)
absolutely love the kahr 380 aswell as the 9mm. simple yet beautifully designed handguns🔥🔥🙌🏼
I have had the cm9 for over a year and carry every day in alien gear holster. great gun
I carry a cw9 and I really enjoyed this vid. Using the kahr has made me reflexively tap the real of my pistol when firing them, even when unneeded. Even with the problems of the platform, kahr is my favorite pistol company
Hickok 45, I'm 69 and been a shooter most of my life, but when it came time to find a reliable, small 9mm for CCW I relied on you for good advice. I've put 200 rds through my CM9 without
a hitch. This weapon is small enough that I don't hesitate to carry it IWB in a Vedder kydex holster. Thanks again for the sound counsel.
You're my hero and I envy the things you get to play with. so much fun. Thanks for the reviews
I bought a CM-9 this morning because of this video and the fact that my son-in-law loves his, also I just wanted one I will see how it goes.
Great review as always. I've had a CM 9 now for a few years. I must say it's a great little pistol. I've never had a problem one with it. Feeds every kind of ammo I've thrown at it since NIB without a single jam. This is a very accurate gun once you've shot it a bit considering its size. Its been my everyday carry since I've owned it.
Kahr makes great CCW pistols with excellent triggers 👌
I am also a Talon grips fan. I have the rubber version on my m&p shield, m&p 40, and g19. I find that I adjust my grip between shots much less with the Talon grips. Excellent product.
I'm addicted to your videos. Appreciate your research.
You Mr. Hickok have helped me find my choice of purchase for carry glock 19. Thank you for educating us all and please keep it up sir, Class act job.
I just wanted to say how much my husband and I enjoy your videos--you are an amazing shot and have helped us so much with all the helpful information you provide. I just got my Talon Grips for my Karh CM9 and it has made an amazing difference for me. I have a pain condition which has not only weakened my hands but has made them far more sensative to pain. I loved my Karh before--it's a great gun and fits nicely in my purse and in my hand, but I was having trouble racking it and until today, it was simply painful to hold and handle because of harsh ridges on the grip. I took it out shooting today and I shot my best. I am having no pain at all while firing and it is far easier to rack. And now that I've put about 450 rounds through it, I did not have a single FTF which was a major concern before. Those Talon Grips were very easy to apply and made all the difference in the world! (We are sending back the Sandpaper Pistol Grips for the hubby's DB9 for Talons--these grips are just too complicated and rough on the skin for our purposes.) So thank you and keep shooting (and posting)! PS, we want your backyard! ;)
Thanks.
H45's pistols always look good with the Talon grips 👍
My EDC for the last 3 years, I really trust it!
Totally agree about the Talon Grips - I had never put them on any of my guns but I ordered some for my CM45 and it makes a huge difference! I just ordered a CW9 this week and might get some for it too.
Own all the major brands. Kahr CM9 only model I ever returned for repair. When doing a mag dump the very last round (7) F2F would jam. To Kahr's credit they fixed the issue. Tiny little gun.
Great video as always Hickok. You definitely got me back into shooting. Got my first pistol last week (springfield 1911). Took it out yesterday for the first time and was shooting some great groupings. No doubt thanks to your videos.
I bought a PM9 two years ago at a great discount, only $570 + tax. The extra two mags was the biggest bonus in my opinion.
I also had to add Talon rubber griptape. The grip was almost too thin without the added thickness.
Got my cm9 a few years ago. Bout 4000 rds through it. Only problems I've had is the magazine catch try's to rust from laying on my skin. And also the feed ramp hit the magazine follower and broke the face off. Kahr sent me free replacement parts. No other problems. Love this little gun to carry in summer time. When u buy a new Kahr Google "proper prep of a new Kahr". Follow instructions on that forum and u won't have any problems with the gun.
hickok I just ordered this gun not even an hour' ago then came home and saw this vid . I think that's a good sign I did right by ordering it :-) thanks for all ur knowledge and input over the years I've relied on ur channel for a lot cheers
A few years ago I traded a Para G.I. Expert 1911 for a Kahr P45, great little gun...good trade. I've been a fan of Kahr ever since I fired it. Great video, thanks for all you guys do for us.
Well, its been about 5 years since your cm9/pm9 comparison. I currently own 2 khar cm9's and a cm45 among all my other guns. I own some glocks and a sig p365 too. What I have decided is that while the khar was my first choice, now it is limited in round count and is not as reliable as a glock or the p365.
When I compared my khar to my glock, I noticed a major difference. The back of the glocks were longer, meaning that the feed ramp was at only a slight angle, while the khar feed ramp was much steeper. The steep feed ramp led to more stovepipes. In fact, I felt the khar was only about 85% reliable, while my glocks and sig were 100% reliable.
I also notice on my cm45, there were multiple feed issues and closer spaces. Lately I had a light primer strike and tried to rack the slide. The round that hadn't gone off was caught in the ejection port beause was too big to easily fit through.
My point here is that with all the new carry options, khar has not done enough to stay ahead of the pack.
Its because they shoved 3.6" barrel into that size.
I inherited a Kahr cm40 from my dad. Great little pistol.
I love when the camera person zooms in on you shooting the Gong. You can see the bullet flying for a split second before it hits. Love it.
I finally bought a Talon grip for mine based on this video recommendation. The grip is great! Vast improvement.
I just purchased a Kahr MK9 so I had to watch Hickok45 shoot a Kahr. The best part, he hits the turkey with the first shot then misses the cowboy the next two rounds, go figure.
Hickok, you are the best.
Send Big John to Starbucks with it. He could be a comedian with a kahr getting coffee.
+jasonjur Ouch! Lol!
I have a PM9 and it's really nice! Changed the trigger pull, got the factory barrel nickel boron coated, changed the plastic plunger inside the slide and installed a Galloway flat trigger. Overall I've fired hundreds of rounds, after you break in the gun per the instructions it's really ultra reliable!!!
Cm9 is my everyday carry. I love this gun. Goes everywhere with me
Enjoy all of your videos. Especially the pure enjoyment of shooting in a safe manner. It is good to see a fellow shooter showing responsibility and pushing back on the anti-gun community. Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!
So glad that you are back! Nobody does a better job on firearms than you.
They're sweet little guns, regardless of configuration. If you really must have the melt treatment, polygonal rifling and the rest, your choice is clear. And you're right, this is a great time to be in the market for a small pistol in general. All the manufacturers small to large competing for that slice of the expanding pie and what a group of options we have as a result.
100% agree on the need for Talon Grips. I have the rubber material. Night and day difference for sure.
I believe the K9, P9, CM9, etc have a lifetime warranty in addition to the extra magazines. Just picked up a CW9 with the grippy graphite frame. Hope it works out.
I've had three. I don't show them off to family members any more. I've always gripped mine super tight. Never thought about grip tape. Headed to the closet right now. Thanks for the suggestion Hickok45. P.S. It is more accurate than me.
I have a CM9 excellent carry gun very reliable.
I've been waiting for this video. I carried the CW9 for a couple of years until I made the mistake of letting my wife try it. Now it's her primary carry pistol. My brother has the CM9 and it's been completely reliable as well.
Great shooting! I wish I had your skills. Thank you for continuing to make great gun videos for us to be entertained by and to learn from!
got this gun for my brother for his wedding gift ( didn't get his wife anything) told them they had to share. The gun is amazing, my brother cc's everywhere and its the smallest 9mm ive ever held, makes my shield look big. My brother was a bit confused with racking the slide, he contacted khar and they said its in the manual, who reads the manual? Great vid Hickok45 keep it up!
I purchased my CM9 at a dealer in Columbus GA for $299.00 plus tax. That was a very nice price. I have owned three pistols that have never malfunctioned even after thousands of rounds; a Sig M11A1, a Glock 36, and my Kahr CM9. I have owned a Kahr .45 that was not reliable. But my CM9 works every time. It is almost always in my pocket. Great gun, great price, perfect reliability so far. That's pretty good.
Thanks for the grip advice, and you've sold me on that cm9. Thanks- great video-
Use a bike tube you can take it off, I eventually just went with no grip.
I installed a Hogue Handall Junior on my CM40. 40 S&W is a bear out of a 15 ounce pistol like this, the grip really helps you control the recoil. I used to use the talon grip rubber, but they didn't work as well as the Hogue.
I love my CM9. I got it from Buds in October for $340. really cool little pistol
I'm here again from the future. The CM9 has been retired from duty long ago.
I carry a Kahr PM9 (NY reload) and CW 9 with a extra CW 9 (7 rounds) magazine, in a buck knife leather case. This plain 7 round mag fits both pistols. Don’t need that plastic piece shown extending from the CM 9. 22 shots available. You will note very heavy springs. It’s a +p package that is durable. The trigger is like a custom DA revolver but shorter. In 2024, Kahr is coming out with another trigger , shorter pull length and take up.
The CM9 is a great choice, unless you want night sights. If you do, you might as well get the PM since with the CM you'll have to pay to get the slide machined. That was the only reason I sold mine.
I bought a PM9 years back, carried it a lot. I liked it but sold it as the more I carried the better I got at carrying larger guns. Served me well though. Trigger is very long with a very long reset, but it's smooth like buttered glass.
awesome focusing from the camera, i love these closeups
Mr. Hickok45, I truly enjoy your videos. I just traded for a lightly used PM9 today, after watching your video review from earlier. Thank you sir.
i had great luck with my cm9. it fed all fmj and hollowpoints i fed it. i had about 600 or so rounds through it before i sold it. i only sold it because i bought it for a pocket gun but it was bigger than i wanted for a pocket gun. printed in some of my pants but not all.
mine had no problems using the slingshot method on a full mag. cool little gun though, id recommend it. i got mine for $350 bucks
It's pretty good little gun and it's nice to see it with the Talon Grips on it....
Also I wasn't a huge fan of the sights on my CM9 so that was the first thing I changed out with the Trijicon night sights.
Another good review (would I expect anything less...) I really like the CM9. Smaller than the S&W Shield and Glock 43 cheaper than the PM9. I am gonna disagree about the use of grip tape on this particular pistol but that's a personal preference.
I have a K9, it hangs that first round as well. Mine has 1500+ ends through it, and still hangs of you don't use the slide stop to release the slide. That being said, I love it!!!
Just purchased my cm45 late 2020, she runs like a clock and nothing to complain about other than little flexing/slop between the rail and the slide when in ready position. (Basically looks like the milling in the rail is a good +0.005 thousandths oversized allowing the front of the slide to give, going up and down more than it would if the rails were thicker or if the milling groove was little tighter tolerance) Also I prefer at least a 6 round clip but 5 is what it comes with. I purchased a 7 round but that's accessory related.
I had a Kahr CM9 and the slide would not always lock back after the last round was fired. To me it had more felt recoil than the S&W Shield 9mm or the Beretta Nano 9mm. I sold it. The Kahr CW9 locks back every time on an empty magazine and has less felt recoil, plus it holds one more round in the magazine, and after firing several hundred rounds, it is the one I would recommend.
I have a CM 9 and it is a great gun for deep concealment, and very dependable firearm