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Title: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: alienbogey on December 18, 2009, 05:54:38 PM

Okay, it's a facetious thread title, but as far as I can tell Rohrbaugh's exist only on the internet.

I first stumbled across them while surfing about a year ago and, being interested, I started watching out for one to hold and handle.  Gun shops in multiple cities - no luck.  Gun shows - never on a table.  My local gun club - most haven't heard of it.  Pistol competitions - not one owner.

I went to the Rohrbaugh website and used their dealer search function - the nearest one is about 300 miles away.

I could probably save my shekels and buy one, but I've never bought a gun without at least being able to hold it first. In the meantime, I bought an LCP for a pocket pistol.

Rohrbaugh's - Fact or Fiction?  Inquiring minds want to know....

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: ccoorreeyy on December 18, 2009, 06:01:16 PM

It is a FACT that they do exist.  I have had 11 of them and currently have several.  It is also a fact they are not many to be seen in the majority of gun shops (as you have found out) and gun shows.  I have only seen one at a gun show out of at least a 100 shows I have gone to.  The first time I laid MY hands on one was AFTER I had shelled out the cash for it and waited for it to ship.  Many have had that same first Rohrbaugh experience.  

Welcome to the forum!  Buy yourself a R9 and don't look back.  They are great guns for what they are.  Feed them well and they will inturn serve you well.

Corey

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 18, 2009, 06:08:10 PM

Definitely FACT.  I bought mine in March, this year, having never seen one and my FFL had never heard of it either.  I did read alot on this forum, and decided I wanted one.  Never regretted it one bit and never a malfunction.

Read about it here, then contact Tom of the Irish Guard, here on the Forum.  He'll be glad to help you get the work of art, the Rohrbaugh R9; and welcome to the Forum.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: slashsplat on December 19, 2009, 03:03:24 AM

Right next to me on the bed table.  It is real.  Bought it from impressions gained from this forum.  Damned glad.  Love it.  I carry it every day in a pocket or a high ride holster.  Wear it around the house.  Never any issue when using GD ammo.  (Can't find Silvertip.)  About a year now, and I like it more every week.

Highly recommended.  And the resale value is pretty high, so it is a minimal risk to get and resell.  But you won't.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: whkrog on December 19, 2009, 12:22:57 PM

My bank account says they're quite real (ouch), since I just bought one yesterday -- two-tone, serial #4039. Haven't even fired it yet. I am completely impressed by the quality of workmanship and the design philosophy, not to mention the terrific trigger pull. All in all, a first-rate piece of engineering and design.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 19, 2009, 02:09:11 PM

whkrog.  Welcome to the Forum.  Congratulations on getting the R9.  You'll be glad you did, I'm sure.  Feed it only the recommended ammo here on the Forum and you'll be a happy camper.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: Richard S on December 19, 2009, 03:47:51 PM

alienbogey:

Welcome to the Forum!

Yes, the R9 is real. Here is one which I have carried since May 2004:

(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y30/RichardS/r9no132-fiveyearsandcounting.jpg)

If you get in touch with Tom Watson ("theirishguard"), whose rotating banner can be found above, he can arrange for you to acquire the R9 of your choice for collection at the shop of your nearest FFL.

_____

whkrog:

Welcome to the Forum, and congratulations on selecting the finest pocket pistol yet produced!

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: Chihuahua TN on December 20, 2009, 10:14:26 AM

Just checked my back pocket, Rohrbaugh's exists unless this is bad dream and im going to wake up soon. I spent a lot of time and research (see my previous posts) and could not be more happier with R9s purchase from Tom Watson. For the last month is has been my carry gun 95% of the time and expect it will be indefinitely.  Take the Rohrbaugh plunge....
Mike  

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 20, 2009, 10:21:47 AM

Chihuahua TN.  Congratulations on getting the R9s.  The work of art is a treasure for sure.  Continue to enjoy the moment and years to come.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: DDGator on December 20, 2009, 06:34:24 PM

It must depend where you are in the country...

My local gunshow has them everytime.  My local gun shop has one (or maybe two) in the case right now.

There are a number of them on gunbroker.com right now.

And -- the Irish Guard always seems to have a bunch!

Yes Virginia, there is a Rohrbaugh!

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: tracker on December 20, 2009, 06:54:26 PM

It seemed unlikely five years ago that we would be looking at no. 4000 and change. That speaks well for the product with almost a cult following  that is most certainly at the enthusiast level.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 21, 2009, 10:53:09 AM

Just wondering what the count is on the .380?

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: theirishguard on December 21, 2009, 05:05:27 PM

I'm on station, waiting to serve. Tom

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: ACP on December 21, 2009, 09:46:36 PM

Message to thew guy who can't find an R9 locally: Proximity doesn't matter. Order one from Tom Watson and have him send it to your local FFL

Tom has become a friend and I have bought guns from him despite the fact that he is in Texas and I am in Vermot.

There is no finer man in this forum, in my view, and Tom will take care of your R9 needs with requisite passion and desire to satisfy his customer's needs.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: alienbogey on December 22, 2009, 12:38:46 AM

With all the recommendations that theirishguard receives I would have no problem ordering one from him; but I am hesitant to spend $1K+ on a pistol that I haven't at least handled and fondled.

I'll just keep on keeping my eyes out for one; in the meantime my P7 for main carry and LCP for pocket carry will have to do.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: Richard S on December 22, 2009, 08:35:07 AM

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With all the recommendations that theirishguard receives I would have no problem ordering one from him; but I am hesitant to spend $1K+ on a pistol that I haven't at least handled and fondled.

I'll just keep on keeping my eyes out for one; in the meantime my P7 for main carry and LCP for pocket carry will have to do.

Just for the record in case it's of any help, I ordered the R9 shown above in 2002 just after reading an article, with photograph, of the prototype which had just been unveiled at SHOT 2002. I waited two years for it to arrive.  No regrets -- absolutely no regrets. And I'm not the only one around here who has purchased their R9 sight unseen. My advice: "Get ya' one." After all, it's almost Christmas. Speaking of which, have a merry one!  8)

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 22, 2009, 10:30:14 AM

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I'll just keep on keeping my eyes out for one; in the meantime my P7 for main carry and LCP for pocket carry will have to do.

It's your decision, of course.  However, in the meantime, you're missing the experience of a great little pistol.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: birdman on December 22, 2009, 11:54:06 AM

  I bought a .380 totally sight unseen. Not only had I never seen one, but no one in this neighborhood had ever even heard of one! When I did read of one I started doing some research and soon discovered this forum. That was all it took! I also found Tom Watson's name showing up almost as often as the pistols. That was enough! I called Tom and bought a .380 (which I dearly love!!). Three weeks later I got a R9s from him. Anyway, my advice is to buy the gun. You'll be very glad you did.   Gene     ps Where the hell is my R45.  Please

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: P7Enigma on December 22, 2009, 12:06:37 PM

Maybe someone on this board lives in your area in which maybe they would let you "take a test drive".....

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 22, 2009, 12:11:32 PM

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    ps Where  is my R45.  Please

Gene.  Patience is a virtue.   :)    :)

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: DDGator on December 22, 2009, 12:42:08 PM

I too bought my first R-9 sight unseen...   ;)

In fact, I started this forum before ever laying my hands on an R-9.  

If you read this forum, look at the pics, and can handle the price -- and still think you want one -- its highly unlikely that you will be disappointed.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 22, 2009, 02:01:33 PM

Alot of us will be doing the same thing again when the R45 comes out.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: birdman on December 22, 2009, 02:17:32 PM

   Almost forgot, welcome to the forum AB! Buy the gun you'll never regret it. You can't even lose money on them.  Gene

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: ACP on December 22, 2009, 10:01:28 PM

Excellent point made by kjtrains. I have sent my $100 deposit to Tom Watson and I have no idea what the R45 will look like nor the cost.

I think members in this forum will agree that Rohrbaugh products are superior and it is germane, for those in the know, to make this leap of faith despite that the earliest we will even know what the R45 looks like will be at the SHOT show held next month.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: DDGator on December 23, 2009, 12:15:55 AM

Ummmm... While the R-45 is "in the works," it will definitely NOT be shown at SHOT.  Sorry folks -- they are not that close yet.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: alienbogey on December 23, 2009, 05:03:57 PM

R45 ? ? ?

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: kjtrains on December 23, 2009, 07:06:50 PM

Check the R45 threads here on the Forum.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: Fat Boy on December 26, 2009, 08:24:58 PM

I completely agree, I had to see one first before I was going to shell out that kind of cash.  Here in MN there were two dealers that carried a Rohrbaugh, one is an authorized dealer and the other is secondary market.  good luck finding one.

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: Chief-USN on December 28, 2009, 01:51:58 PM

 We are pretty lucky here in Jacksonville, FL I guess. The Authorised Dealer on the Rohrbagh web site has (2) and another company here has (5). They have standing orders from Rohrbaugh. So about every 2-3 months or so they get (6) more in.

 Chief

Title: Re: Do Rohrbaugh's Really Exist?
Post by: theirishguard on December 28, 2009, 03:23:11 PM

4 went out the door today to valued customers.   Tom