The P9 model as well as the most of the Kahr pistols is semi-automatic, striker-fired, locked-breech design and relying on a modification of its Browning dropping-barrel system with a lug just above the chamber, locking the barrel into the roof of the slide. Basically, although the trigger of the P9 model is designated as a double-action only by the manufacturer, its operation is actually very similar to the Glock, Springfield Armory XD and S&W pistols.
True double-action only triggers are designed to thoroughly cock and fire a the pistol, allowing for a re-fire operation on a miss-fired round even without racking the slide. Like the other mentioned models, the Kahr P9 triggers use a slide-assisted cocking action that removes much of the weight and length of the trigger pull. The result of this construction is that the trigger cannot cock the striker on its own, that is functionally much more like a single-action trigger system. Maximum magazine capacity of the P9 is 7 rounds.
The Kahr P9 is chambered with 9×19mm ammunition and it is the original model of the P pistol line. Exactly like the other models the P9 comes in two main styles. The first one is the all matte black and the second one is the black frame with a stainless slide. Both of these styles come standard with drift adjustable, white bar-dot combat sights, however can also be purchased with drift adjustable tritium night sights. This compact size Kahr pistol is available only in 9mm and offers excellent balance in the hand.
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