Posted: 10/13/2013 8:37:24 AM EDT
| The mag release on my PM9 has had rust issues ever since I started carrying it often. I was wondering if anyone else has experienced this. It's not a huge deal, I usually remove it, clean it and coat it with oil once a month or so; still it is annoying. |
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This is a new one.
If the part is stainless I'd suspect sweat or moisture is getting into the area. You could complain to Kahr, and see if they'll send you a new catch assembly. If not, about all you can do is keep it as clean as possible and keep a good rust preventing lube on it. I'd recommend using a lube that's known for giving good resistance to rust. CLP Breakfree is one. |
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My PM9 gets rust on the slide stop and magazine release after 2-3 days of carrying. I just use a brush to clean it off and keep a light coating of oil on it.
I called Kahr at one point about the issue and was told to either try a different method of carry, wipe it down several times a day, or keep it coated with oil to prevent rust. They didn't offer to recoat the parts or replace them under warranty, so I just went back to my normal routine of cleaning it every week or so. |
| I like the Kahr PM9 because it fills a void in my Glock's. But it ain't a Glock!! I don't particularly care for the trigger, they rust, and the break-in is BS. As soon as Glock comes out with a single stack 9mm good bye Kahr. In the mean time, I'll keep oiling and cleaning it. |
| I had the same issue with my PM9 a few years ago. It was from a sweaty part of a thin leather holster I was leaving it in for extended periods. I started cleaning my leather with glycerine soap more often and using a nice light coat of oil on the mag release and bolt catch exterior surfaces after cleaning. I've had no issues since then. |