Guntest Magazine

[shooter_9mm]

I was totally enthusiastic when I saw this pistol at the NRA show in Pittsburg, it was brand new at the time. I usually follow the advice of Gun Tests magazine as the consumer reports of firearms. they did not rave about this pistol, mentioned a lot of keyholeing which turned me off. This is a close quarters gun but I still need the rounds to stay straight, even at 20 feet. Has anyone had this problem, also are the new springs installed in this product at this time.  

[Richard S]

As I understand it, the new springs are standard fare for all R9s now being shipped.

I haven't had any problem with keyholing or bullet tumbling with my R9.  Chris discusses the subject on his FAQ site:

http://www.acbsystems.com/boards/rohrbaugh/basefile/tumbling.htm

[Newt]

Keyholing can happen with a heavy bullit weight. I have'nt had any problem with 124gr but did see keyholing with 147gr. which is nonrecommended ammo. (Just had to try it once

[Aglifter]

Same, had problems w. 147 gr, but I don't think 147 gr. 9MM bullets are advised for ANY 9MM pistol

[shooter_9mm]

Thank you all, for the info on keyholeing, it most certainly helps. Now how about felt recoil, I remember one of the Rohrbaugh brothers mentioning an older woman using one of their pistols with no problem. There is no point spending a lot of money and not using the firearm and with autos, for whatever reason there is always a breakin period, so one must go through a lot of rounds for safe functioning.  As with vehicles one would think the breakin period for autos would be passe.

[tracker]

I agree with you that no break-in should be necessary to
ensure functionalty. The only thing I can think of is that the
pup is built with such tight tolerances that a break-in is
desirable to smooth all surfaces to each other in the firing
process.  

[shooter_9mm]

When I return from Vegas I will look into purchasing a couple of these for my wife & I. I purchased a surgical lubricant from Dillon a while back, used it on my grandson's Pinewood Derby entry, it worked wonders on the axles, perhaps it might do the same on the slides. Usually I use a Teflon type but I will try this first.  

[Richard S]

* * * Now how about felt recoil, I remember one of the Rohrbaugh brothers mentioning an older woman using one of their pistols with no problem. * * *

With the caveat that felt recoil is highly subjective, I would describe the recoil of my R9 as "stout" but entirely manageable as long as I maintain a firm grip.  At the range, I occasionally fire a few rounds off-hand just to maintain familiarity but otherwise employ a two-handed isosceles stance.  I will admit, though, that after running five or six magazines through the R9, even with a time out to let the pistol cool down a bit, I'm ready to move on to a "less spirited" handgun.

[Brenden]

Guntest article?

Are you talking about the old article-or is this a new one?

I do not get the magazine so was wondering if there was something 'new"..

Recoil is all relative-I normally shoot no more than 3-5 mags worth at a session,same as I do with the Seecamp..

I do not really "enjoy" shooting either more than that-nor do I feel the need to-but I am not shy about doing so when the time arrives!!

My Seecamp .32 does' the keyhole thing occasionally(.380 has not),but have not noticed this with the pup(115s)..

[shooter_9mm]

Again Richard & Brenden, thank you both. As I stated earlier, this is a close quarters firearm but one still must practice. I prefer a cowboy type 22 such as the Rugers or Heritage Arms for plinking and having fun, the Rohrbaugh would be only a carry piece. It's size & weight are ideal, as we all know if it's too heavy we will not carry it for long as was the case with my SP 101.