The Kahr PM9 is a compact semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm Luger, built around a stainless steel slide and a black polymer frame. At 14 ounces and 5.3 inches overall, it's one of the lighter and slimmer options in the 9mm carry pistol category. The double-action-only trigger fires with a consistent, long pull, no external safety levers to manage, which simplifies the draw. Drift-adjustable white bar-dot combat sights are standard. Standard capacity is 6 rounds; an extended 7-round magazine is also available.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kahr Arms
- Model: PM9
- Caliber: 9mm Luger (9x19 Para)
- Action: Double Action
- Barrel Length: 3.1 inches
- Total Length: 5.3 inches
- Weight: 14 ounces (approx. 0.875 lbs)
- Capacity Standard: 6 rounds
- Capacity Extended: 7 rounds
- Frame Finish: Black
- General Finish: Stainless Steel / Matte
- Grip Material: Synthetic
- Sights General: Drift Adjustable White Bar-Dot Combat Sights
- MSRP: $810
Detailed Features:
The polymer frame keeps weight low while the stainless slide handles corrosion reasonably well for a carry gun. The DAO mechanism means the trigger is the only manual safety, a design choice that some carriers prefer for consistency under stress and others find limiting. The drift-adjustable sights are adequate for close-range defensive work; shooters wanting night sights or a tighter sight picture will typically swap them out. At 14 ounces, the 9mm recoil is snappier than on heavier full-size pistols, which is a real consideration for anyone doing high-volume training.