Modifying slide release

[JD950]

I don't like how sharp the corners of the slide release levers are on my Kahrs, particularly the smaller ones. If I shoot much I get a very minor cut on the side of my thumb. I am thinking of getting a couple replacement slide release levers and rounding them with a dremel. Wondering if anyone might have any tips or suggestions before I do this. I intend to keep the originals intact in case I mess up or want to put the guns back to original condition.

[yqtszhj]

I haven’t done it yet but I’ve seen it done on here often. Take your trusty Dremel and round it smooth. You’ll be glad you did.

I think Bawana did his that way.

[Bawanna]

Yup, dremel or file, whatever. I really dehorned mine. Almost too much, made it challenging to operate. I ordered a replacement and haven't got around to dehorning it yet. I won't go quite as much this time. Actually it doesn't seem to bother me as is for some reason.

[leftysixty]

All it takes is a fine file or sandpaper used to "break" the sharp edges, no more cuts

[JD950]

Thanks. Sounds like there are no issues other than not going to far. Perhaps I will file the corners first and then decide, but I kid of like the idea of a bit more rounded lower rear edge. I figure I need to stay away from the top edge to maintain the usability. if anyone wants to put up pictures of what they think is "right" or too much, I would love a visual before I start. Probably will do the PM9 first and then go after the P380.

[gb6491]

Thanks. Sounds like there are no issues other than not going to far. Perhaps I will file the corners first and then decide, but I kid of like the idea of a bit more rounded lower rear edge. I figure I need to stay away from the top edge to maintain the usability. if anyone wants to put up pictures of what they think is "right" or too much, I would love a visual before I start. Probably will do the PM9 first and then go after the P380.

http://www.kahrtalk.com/showthread.p...5672#post15672

[JD950]

Thanks for the link. I should have done a search myself. Looks like exactly what I want to do, although perhaps I will start out just taking the point of the edge and see how that does. I don't have the ability to bead blast, so I guess I will end up with shiny edges