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First range trip, etc.

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Campy:
I thought I would follow up on my first introductory post by passing along my first range report. I picked up a R9S on Saturday as a pocket pistol replacement to a Kahr PM9. My Kahr has been great and after the initial break in has been trouble free and pretty accurate for what I would call close up self defense distances (<25 feet). The Kahr however sometimes seems a little blocky for pocket carry, and the R9 just looked like a more concealable, higher quality option.

Following advice from tracker and Richard S, I gave it a decent cleaning and headed to the range today. While I realize Gold Dots are the recommended ammo, I started with about 70 rounds of Winchester white box (those Gold Dots ain't cheap). Had two hiccups about midway through that first 70 rounds - one FTE and one stovepipe. I then ran two boxes (40 rounds) of 115g Gold Dots through without any problems. Satisfied, and with hand a little sore, I headed home to clean.

Couple of first impressions. First, I am pretty happy with the function and feel comfortable carrying it now with GD 115s.  Disassembly/reassembly was actually easier than I had expected. I was lucky enough to have my salesman show me how to do it when I bought the gun. I was able to get the spring assembly back in using the "syringe" method and just fingers, no tools. Getting that assembly properly aligned to get the slide back on was the most time consuming/frustrating. Finally, I really like this little pistol. But, I did have with me my 9mm 1911 (cool weather CCW) and shot a few rounds through that after the R9. Man, did that gun feel smooth and accurate. 

backupr9:
Good range report and typical first report.  Remember this is not a range or target pistol, and it will be best used in self defense from 7 yards or less.  I don't find mine comfortable to shoot, and always use a leather shooting glove.  It is however the most comfortable carry piece I own (the Seecamp is a little better in the pocket, but I like the R9 better on my hip).  I'd certainly rather shoot my Kimber CDP .45 for fun (my cold weather carry), but since I carry the R9 most of the time as the best compromise for size/weight/power I feel obligated to shoot it monthly to maintain feel and competence.  Use the right ammo, follow "the rules" and you will love this pistol!

kjtrains:
Campy.  Thanks for the range report.  Glad you're happy with the R9.  Hope you continue to enjoy!    :)

Z:
Thanks for the update Campy.

Keep it clean and the right grip panel tight! :)

Richard S:
Campy:

Thank you for the good range report. After 110 rounds through the R9, I imagine your hand was "a little sore." (As I recall, my record for one session is 68.) I think you are now good to go with your new pocket rocket.

Stay safe.



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