i happen to think the S&W 3953 is the best all around 9mm made, the Kahr K9 is the closest thing to that.
id have no problem carrying a K9 again.
i happen to think the S&W 3953 is the best all around 9mm made, the Kahr K9 is the closest thing to that.
id have no problem carrying a K9 again.
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That Smith is on my short list. (T9, 3953, bargain price G29 are the prominent ones)
If I found one (impossible around here, it seems) I'd buy it.
But I need another gun like I need another hole in my head!!
(But at least this hobby is cheaper than racing! My ex was an off-road racer, BROKE!!)
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I would pick one up too, if I find the right condition at the right price. I looked into it quite a bit, but buying one sight unseen, and without shooting one first, seemed at bit disconcerting.
My only current option for carry was a less than practical Glock 21. I wanted a brand new pistol for every day carry and so that ruled out the Smith for me. Now that the K9 is on the way, the risk of also getting a used 3953 is less of a factor.
It's definitely on my short list too. Perhaps a 3913.. or a 4516..
Or- ALL THREE
tek610
I picked it up today. A brand new, K9 Elite 03. Can't wait to get to the range!
thanks again for all the advice!
tek610
now a k9 elite under $700 is a deal... man wish i would've waited... now i am stuck with a cs k9... poo poo...
--your post just showed up after I seconded the K9 recommendation. I was too late! Congrats--I don't believe you'll have any regrets whatsoever. I have the K40 and not the K9, but it continues to amaze me--it can print some impressive groups (for me at least). I feel learning the trigger is sort of a continuous process though, but I'm working up some more modest loads for the gun for more sustainable practice at draw-and-fire.
Congrats again! Everyone likes photos, too, you know.
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I love my all-steel K9, but I just added a P9 and it's the same pistol with 8 less ounces... a big deal to me. I also have a P40 and carry it, too. I just couldn't handle the extra 8 ounces of the K, and I do have excellent belts... Looper Kydex-Reinforced gun belts and Cross Breed Mini Tuck holsters.
I wear shorts most of the year and long, loose Tees or Polos most of the year down here in northern Florida.
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The K9 is a great small size carry piece. Galco makes a great ankle holster for it, too.