The range report I wish I didn't have 2 write

[chameleon]

If Kayaker bought the R9 used, he may not have the warranty for it.
After reading all the posts, I still think it may be ammunition related.
I think I remember Karl stating that his preferred ammunition was 115gr. Gold Dots, not Silvertips.
At any rate, both above work in my R9.

[kjtrains]

I just wish Kayaker would give us an update.  Would like to know.

[SARGE7402]

Unfortunately the smaller the shooting platform the more sensitive it is to variations in ammunition.  I've not read the instruction manual on this little pistol, but you might want to start out using standard (non +P) velocity round nose (I think WWB is a flat point bullet) and see how things function.

If that makes your weapon function with fewer FTF's, then I'd say that the solution to your problem would involve finding a duty ammo that very closely mirrors standard velocity round nose ammo.  While it is listed as +P Corbon makes a very decent ammo (PowRBall) that functions almost as reliably as Round Nose standard velocity.  It's not cheap, but then how much are you worth?

Hope everything works out.

Me?  I carry a Walther PPK charged with Buffalo Bore 90 Grain JHP's.  Not all that far back from your weapon and it definitely is not all  that ammo sensitive.

Good luck

[kjtrains]

Well, SARGE, welcome to the Forum.  

[ccoorreeyy]

Welcome to the forum SARGE7402.  No +P ammo in the Rohrbaugh guns.

[SARGE7402]

Thanks for the welcome.  I've been looking for a small full time weapon (double action only with restrike capability) in a caliber larger than 380.  Unfortuantely carrying it off duty, I've got to be able to reliably hit a mansized target out to 25 yards.  I've owned several keltecs and a couple of walthers.  The Pocket Nine I had I foolishly let my son have.  Changes the subject every time I bring it up.

This little fella looks like it might just be the ticket.  But I'm worried that extensive use and it may not hold up.  The KelTec P3AT's are like that.  Shoot one course of fire each year and carry it the rest of the time

[kjtrains]

SARGE.  The R9 was made to carry a lot and shoot little.  It's a defensive weapon.  There are some reports of 5000 rds being fired and the little wonder keeps on working.  

I believe that fits into the catagory of extensive use.  I really think you would like one.  

[Brenden]

SARGE7402,
   Welcome to the forum..

I believe if you give the pup a chance,feed it the food it likes,treat it right,it will take care of you!!

[Reinz]

Sarge - a welcome from me as well.

Brenden stated it quite simply.


Reinz

[theirishguard]

SARGE, welcome to the forum, OAL is the key in ammo used.  Tom

[Reinz]

SARGE, welcome to the forum, OAL is the key in ammo used.  Tom

That's especially true when ejecting live ammo!

Those long noses won't come out the ejection port.

[XScout]

I had the exact same problem (failure to feed) when I first took my NIB r9 stealth to the range. I was mortified I had spent that much money on a carry gun that was so undependable.
When I asked here on the forum for advice it was spot on.
Believe it or not it's over heating.
I bet the first two mags are perfect then the last of the fifty rounds are like pulling teeth, no?
Here's how to check:
from a cold gun, load and fire two mags then sit it off to the side and start a timer for fifteen minuets.
(take something else to the range to shoot while your waiting)
let it cool, repeat.
I bet you'll have no problems.

[kjtrains]

Some good advice!    

[yankee2500]

Sarge,
   A welcome from me as well.

John

[kjtrains]

SARGE.  Come on back.  Been awhile since July 14, 2010.  You're welcome anytime.