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Rohrbaugh Products and Accessories => Rohrbaugh R9 (all variations) => Topic started by: KiowaScout on May 02, 2008, 11:18:10 AM
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First off, I'm new to the forum, so hello and I'd like to compliment ya'll on a nicely run and friendly environment- I didn't hesitate to register at all! I'm new to these weapons, and have recently been on a CCW quest as I am new to these small and specialized pistols.
Here's my odd question: How does this pistol do in very hot temperatures with dust and sand buildup? Is it a finicky-gotta-keep-squeaky-clean pistol, or is it as rugged as its good looks?
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Welcome KiowaScout!
I don't know how well they would take sand, I would guess that it would not like it. I do know that I carry mine daily and clean it every weekend. I don't know if I would have to clean it every week, but I am a land surveyor and it does get fairly dusty/dirty. I usually shoot the mag full before I clean it and have not had any problems to date.
How much sand are we talking about? What do you do for a living? If your a sandblaster or a beach lifeguard or somthing with that much sand you may need to get a Glock.
Corey
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Hi KiowaScout,
I live in the New Mexico and have been carrying my R9s 24/7 for 2 1/2 years. We have a lot of dust, sand and heat here. I fire it about once a month and clean it afterwards. I love my R9s as it is the only weapon I can carry while wearing just shorts and a tee shirt. Tak
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welcome, the pup should do well except "over there" see New Mexico post. Tom
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I'm a helicopter pilot that flies low around dust/sand with doors off and will be dealing with "over there" types of situations. I really like these guns, and if the price weren't so high I'd probably jump right now for one just to have as mentioned above - shorts and a t-shirt carrying. I'm in a heavy debate whether it's worth it for me personally, or if I should instead get a gun 1/3 of the price like a Kel-Tec (oh no, I said it!) :P
Thanks for the info so far though!
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build a good custom .45acp 1911, small light frame. Tom
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You could buy a used one and see if you like it / if it works for you. If you decide its not for you sell it for the same price and your not out anything. I bet you will keep it though!!!
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I haven't had any problems in carrying mine for years -- even when not being cleaned for many months. However, I haven't been in much dust. I have stuck w. superlube, and I think it does a good job of keeping out the dust, moisture, etc. I think, between the grease, esp. if you keep the muzzle covered, there's not much room for contaminants to enter.
W. that said, if you'll have to use GI/NATO ammo, I believe it's far too high in pressure for the pup -- a compact Glock may be a better choice.
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From the sounds of it, being able to conceal as one would at the grocery store sounds like it may be an overkill in your line of work. For a cockpit gun, I'd recommend the HK P2000 (2000SK) or P30. Heck, you could pick up a USP 357 Sig for $499 at CDNN.
I'm not a Glock fan, not because they're not reliable, I just can't get over the grip angle. I'm a believer in having as much in common with one gun as the other as is reasonably possible - that strikes the Glock out.
The Walther P99s are good too.
Point of my story, if there is one, is that you sound like you may need a more "combat" proven firearm, of which I'd feel comfortable with any HK or Glock.