What is the best CCW Weapon? Kahr PM9 or Glock 19, 26, or 34?

Question

From what I have read, people state they like Glocks better because they are Glocks, which isn't really a valid reason.

I have heard that KAHRs are pricey, but the difference doesn't seem to be an issue--for me.

I realize the Glocks may have more magazine capacity; yet, the KAHRs are lighter and thinner.

With this said, what is the best CCW Weapon, KAHR PM9 or Glock 19, 26 or 34?

One would know that I am in the market for a 9 mm, but I would appreciate reasons for another caliber.

Again, price is not an issue; CCW is....

I will appreciate any experienced advice and will ignore the Anti-NRA people and/or kids.

Answer 1

I have a kahr CW9, priced about the same as a glock, the kahr is shorter, slimmer and much easier to conceal and has a much smoother (although slightly heavier) trigger pull. However it has more recoil and barrel climb, which goes for anything that’s smaller and lighter. The kahrs handle is a little narrow and the trigger guard could be longer for my long fingers.
Accuracy is on par with the glock, I can average a 3" group @ 9yrds and its dead on with a point and shoot draw w/out using sights. As for the PM9 I have heard both good and bad, apparently its had more problems than other kahr models, I personally would be worried about making quick follow up shots with the pm/km (also why I opted for the 9mm over the .40), the larger cw9 (same size as p9) is pretty snappy for 9mm, really likes to climb. I'm used to a sig pro in .40 and .357 sig and a p220 .45acp and find both easier to control for rapid shots, but for concealed carry the kahr is extremely comfortable and after a little practice completely controllable.
As for mag cap. If this is a concealed carry gun and you end up using it, you shouldn’t need more than a couple of rounds to get the job done. for me the 9mm (+P+ JHP for carry) is a good round, I don’t believe that a larger caliber is a substitute for good shot placement and +P+ 9mm are pretty close to .40 s&w for stopping power and the Kahr is +P+ rated, I still haven’t seen a glock that was +P rated and .40s&w in glocks have had some issues (that would be the nice way of saying .40 glocks like to explode).
If you’re looking for a gun to take to the range and put a few hundred rounds through on a regular basis and carry, the glock may be the better fit for you. If you’re looking for something very concealable but also accurate the kahr is the better weapon, IE the glock is a better all around gun, the kahr is designed for one purpose (concealed carry) and in that purpose far surpasses the glock.
A good concealed carry gun for you is whatever you are more comfortable with, more accurate with, and trained the most with.

went through a couple of local kahr dealers today, one has stopped carrying the pm40 because of customers complaints on controlablity, and the other doesnt carry any of the M line becasue of reliablity problems, the standerd size kahrs (p9,p40,k9,k40,cw9,cw40,p45) are still flawless. and if you end up with a kahr be aware of the 200 round break in period, mine was flawless unless I rode the slide (held the slide a little to long while racking). break in periods are common on highend pistols built to tight tolerences, my sigs were more like 500 rounds. glocks are built loose (not a bad thing in a 9mm) so no breakin period although it can compromise accuracy but not enough for the average shooter to notice.

Answer 2

The single most important thing to determine is reliability. I think that both the Karh and the Glock excel in this area. The second most important thing is rather subjective and is shootability. That is a combination of how well the gun fits your hand, the length to the trigger, the width and length of the grip etc. While mechanical accuracy also plays a part, I think how well YOU can shoot the gun is a lot more important than mechanical accuracy in a defensive handgun. Since this is a personal type of thing you should attempt to shot each gun at a range, trying several shooting drills.

While the smaller 9MM are compact, lighter and easier to conceal, I prefer a bit more umph. The .40 S&W is and excelent option. While I also like the .45 as well, the .40 can be had it a tad smaller packages. While a larger caliber is no replacement for shot placement, realize that when shooting through heavy clothing that most hollowpoints will just fill up with fiber and will not expand. So when you are talking about non expanding ammo, bigger is always better.

Good luck

Answer 3

Kahr Pm9 Vs Glock 26

Answer 4

The best CCW .9mm? How about the one you have with you when you need it?

Glocks are good not merely because they are Glocks but because they are ultra reliable, accurate & high capacity. They are a bit on the thick side for concealed carry for everyone. My full-size Glock Model 20 (.10mm) & Model 31 (.357 Sig) conceal well in an inside-the-pants holster under a loose shirt or windbreaker. But then, I'm kinda bulky.

A Kahr may work better for you, or a Sig 226, or the 220 or the old 1911 Colt. Experiment with what you can best conceal in the caliber of your choice.

Best.

H

Answer 5

Best Ccw Glock

Answer 6

I have shot a Glock 19 and a Kahr PM9(with extended mag) and I preferred the Kahr. It fit better in my hand and the trigger pull was nice and smooth, Try both if you can and get whichever you feel most comfortable with.

Answer 7

i have a Sig p228 that i carry ccw for work and for personal use, it's small compact, easy to keep out of site, very accurate. only down side to it is it's 9mm, would prefer something little bigger in cal. like 45 or 40, but Sig does make these and are about the same size as the p228. the reason for a bigger cal. would be the stopping power. could use one shot to stop them instead of 2 or 3.

Answer 8

The Kahr. Smaller and more accurate.

Answer 9

xd Springfield or Colt 45 1911

Answer 10

If you want the most reliable and safest bet is a revolver