642 as ONLY deep concealment carry option?

[Ron3]

True, but I've got enough stuff in my pockets that rattles already (keys, change, phone) that the LCR noise is a non-issue, for me anyway.

That's been my experience. It's the transfer bar. It's so quiet that it blends in with other sounds of movement or the environment. You'd have to be in a library and move it side to side for anyone to hear it and even then they wouldn't know what it was. Might as well be two pennies in your pocket.

[buckshot1220]

I owned a PM9 for several years, sold it off and eventually got a G43 about a year ago to replace that missing size in the stable. I also own a J-frame (640), BG380 (no laser) and a host of other compact/full size Glocks.

I can say that without a doubt the G43 sees more carry than any other gun, even the .380. It's big enough and packs a duty caliber to make you feel very confident in the gun, yet small enough to be worn with a pair of basketball shorts and a t-shirt. I feel it is a great balance that probably won't leave my rotation anytime soon, if ever.

Are your FTEs in the PM9 happening with carry ammo or plinking stuff? I remember mine was sprung pretty heavy, so it preferred hot stuff - though outside 2-3 FTEs in the first 500rds mine was solid. Missed it till I got the 43.

[SGTMAJ]

I have shot the G42 and the 43 I like the 42 better ,faster for multiple shots on target but over all I carry a pair of model 36s when I have to go deep concealment.

[usmcvet]

My main carry gun is a gen 3 G19, but i carry a Kahr PM9 or SW 642 when deep concealment is needed. Recently, ive been contemplating selling a few guns and consolidate to the glock 9mm platform. I definitely would like to pick up a LAV G19 when they become available (i like the RTF) but was debating if i should get a 43. The PM9 has been very reliable, but had a couple high angle FTF's that just never sat well with me.

My question is, should i get a 43 for the times the 19 is too big, or can i just roll with a 642? I love the reliability of the small revolver, but its tough to shoot, slow to reload, and a bitch to get a ton of rounds through. It is a great "close range one bad guy" type situation, but a 43 is a little more shootable with quicker reloads.

I've had a love affair with the 642. It's an awesome little gun. I carried a 642 or a 340PD for 15 years. I don't own one anymore. I miss it at times. Very light gun but five rounds sucks. You don't get to choose only one bad guy. I carried a speed strip on my belt and two in the pocket. 20 rounds was respectable. I carry a S&W Shield in 9mm now. It a little bugger but fits my hand better.

[notorious_ar15]

If the PM9 fits you well, can it be sent back for Kahr to attempt to fix the issue(s)?

I saw a link for a company that makes replacement followers for the 9mm mags on the Kahr talk forum, which may help:

https://lakelinellc.com/shop/metal-m...-for-9mm-kahr/

[johnnywitt]

Can't beat a J Frame Ti Model, or a G42 too.
An overlooked BUG in an overlooked caliber is a Kel Tec P32 stoked with S&B 73gr 7.65 Browning: 8rds and about 8oz. I have two and they are both hard chromed. They are very accurate at 7rds and with negligible recoil. I don't use underpowered American .32acp, only the Euro Spec 73gr 7.65 Browning. Easy take down and cleaning as well. IMO a 7.65 will kill just as good as a .380 with good hits and is way easier to rapidly make those hit with because of the lack of recoil. Similiar to what other posters are saying with regard to the G43 to 43.

[556BlackRifle]

I love my Model 60 J-frame. Great for pocket carry in warm weather. The J-frame Smiths are great shooters too. I recently picked up a G43 and so far I like it. It's been 100% reliable with everything It's been fed so far. (500 rounds.) Best accuracy so far is about 3.5 inches at 30 ft with Win Ranger 124gr +P.

[Eurodriver]

I have shot the G42 and the 43 I like the 42 better ,faster for multiple shots on target but over all I carry a pair of model 36s when I have to go deep concealment.

Simultaneously? For deep concealment?

[Damn_yankee]

I'm in this same boat right now. I have a G19 I carry daily but I'm in the market for something smaller for deeper concealment, when needed.. I'm currently trying to decide between a j-frame, LCP, and the G43. Decisions, decisions.

[ritepath]

As much as I hate anything glock not chambered in 10mm, I must say my 642 stays in deep concealment 24/7/365....in my safe. Why? because my Shield took it's place...and my LCP fills any pocket carry need I have.