Kahr Slide question

[unbeknownst]

I have a P40... I realized if I juggle the gun the slide slightly jiggles.. as in I can feel it and if I try to gently move the slide back and forth at a rapid pace, I can feel it then too. Is this normal? This is my first semi-auto and I can only ask.

 

[Dfariswheel]

Completely normal. Even tight fitted target guns have to have some looseness. My Kahr has a fair amount of looseness and still shoots tight groups.

 

[awisler]

Ditto with my K40 ...

... this is part of what makes it reliable -- be thankful for it. When I seat a loaded mag, most of the motion goes away, FWIW, but it doesn't affect accuracy to a significant degree regardless. Enjoy your new pistol.

Andrew

 

[unbeknownst]

One more quick question.. Kahr lists the same dimensions for the K40 and P40.. was looking to get a Blade-tech holster... lists it only available for K40... same fit for the P40 as well?

 

[Onslaught]

Hmmm... Some on this site have posted that Kydex for the K's won't fit the P's... but I don't remember why...

You mean you're not gonna take my suggestion and order a comp-tac? I am of course, kidding... BUT, (uh-oh, here I go) I've read a lot of posts that suggest the Blade-Techs are a bit over-priced for the level of finish, attention to detail, and some guys complain about 'em being too thick for IWB (but then, you were getting a slide, weren't you?). Haven't heard anything bad (YET) about comp-tac. Mine should be here this week and I'll let you know how it works.

You know, for a first time semi-auto purchase, you did a DARNED good job!! Kahrs are actually tighter than most... Ever notice how it's a bit difficult to eject a chambered round by hand? TIGHT!

Good luck!

 

[38Mike]

Onslaught,

I've got a Comp-tac Undercover for my P9. You will like your holster, you'll also get a kick out of maker's safety rules....

Mike M.

 

[unbeknownst]

I guess I will order a comp-tac since I need one for the P40. Was looking on Kahr's site, and saw the DeSantis holster with a thumb break, and wanted one for when I work armed security. Looked on Desantis' web site, and saw two models for $15.50 and $10 on closeout for those interested.

 

[unbeknownst]

This is the $15.50 one.. that I ordered... should be same one as on Kahr's website for $32.95, as the picture is incorrect, as it is adjustible via velcro strap. Since these arent molded kydex, they would have to work for the P series as well.

 

[Onslaught]

Hey, thanks for the tip! I like DeSantis stuff... It's not THE best ever, but it's darned good, and much less expensive.

38Mike - Yep, I did get a kick out of those rules!

I got the Shirt Tucker TCH, came in the mail yesterday... I of course ran straight home and put it on with what I was already wearing... Black T-Shirt and Blue jeans, tucked in. I wore my pistol belt all week in anticipation of it's arrival I put it in the SOB position, then pulled out that part of my shirt, tucked it over the whole thing, and WOW! I couldn't see it at ALL! Only the black clip on the belt, which isn't that obvious anyway. The T-shirt's an XL, so it's not "oversized" or anything. I usually buy XXL for "carry".

Anyway, I won't take up any more space on Unbeknownst's thread... I'll wear it a week or two, and start a new thread on my experience.

PS - I ordered it FRIDAY via SNAIL-MAIL, and received it Wednesday!

 

[unbeknownst]

We do indeed offer our entire line of Blade-Tech holsters for the Kahr P-40,
including the UCH holster. If you have any further questions, or would like
to place an order, please contact us at (253) 581-4347. Thank you in advance
for your time and interest in Blade-Tech products.
Sincerely,
Customer Service