Description
The Kahr MK9 Stainless Night Sights is the all-steel micro-compact 9mm that built Kahr’s reputation, fitted with drift-adjustable tritium sights. This version, model M9093NA, ships with two 6-round flush magazines and one 7-round extended magazine, and is the configuration Kahr markets as California compliant.
Kahr MK9 Stainless Night Sights Overview
The MK9 has a 3.0 inch polygonal-rifled barrel with a 1:10 twist, an overall length of 5.3 inches, a height of 4.0 inches and a slide width of 0.90 inches. It weighs 22.1 ounces empty, heavy for its size because the frame and slide are both matte stainless steel. The trigger is Kahr’s trigger-cocking double action only, with a passive striker block, a Browning-type locking lug and no magazine disconnect. Wraparound grips are textured hard nylon.
Why an All-Steel Micro 9
Most guns this size use polymer frames. The steel MK9 weighs more, and that weight soaks up recoil, so it is noticeably softer to shoot than a 15-ounce polymer micro. It is also a gun that tends to last for generations. The trade-off is that it feels heavy in a pocket and is best carried in an inside-the-waistband holster.
The Trigger
Kahr’s DAO trigger has a long, smooth, consistent pull for every shot with no external safety to manage. It takes practice to stage and reset, but once learned it is predictable. New Kahr owners should follow the factory break-in recommendation of about 200 rounds before trusting the pistol for carry.
Night Sights
The tritium front and rear dots glow in low light without any batteries or charging, which is a real advantage for a defensive gun. They are drift adjustable for windage. Tritium dims over roughly a decade, so very old guns may need new inserts.
Magazines and Capacity
The two flush magazines hold 6 rounds and keep the grip as short as possible; the extended 7-round magazine gives room for your little finger. Some shooters carry a flush mag in the gun and the 7-round as a spare. Spare Kahr MK9 magazines are not as common on shelves as Glock or Smith & Wesson mags, so order extras early.
Ammunition and Care
The MK9 is rated for standard-pressure and +P 9mm, but +P+ is not recommended. Use quality jacketed hollow points and confirm they feed in your gun. Polygonal rifling is not ideal for unjacketed lead bullets, so stick to jacketed or coated loads.
State Laws and Ownership
Six- and seven-round magazines are legal in every state that limits capacity, and this model is marketed as California compliant. Even so, California, Massachusetts, Maryland and New York maintain handgun rosters or approval lists, so confirm this exact model number is on your state’s list before you order. Concealed carry permit requirements vary by state and city.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kahr Arms
- Model: MK9, M9093NA
- UPC: 602686067096
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Action: Trigger-cocking double action only
- Capacity: 6+1 flush, 7+1 extended
- Magazines: Two 6-round, one 7-round
- Barrel: 3.0 in., polygonal rifling, 1:10 twist
- Overall length: 5.3 in.
- Height: 4.0 in.
- Slide width: 0.90 in.
- Weight: 22.1 oz
- Frame and slide: Matte stainless steel
- Sights: Drift-adjustable tritium night sights
- Grips: Textured hard nylon
Before You Buy
Federal law requires handgun purchasers to be at least 21 years old to buy from a licensed dealer, and this pistol must ship to an FFL where you will complete the transfer and background check.
Who It Is For
The Kahr MK9 Stainless Night Sights is a great fit for concealed carriers who want a soft-shooting steel micro 9, owners in capacity-restricted states, and anyone who values a long-lasting stainless pistol.
Buy the Kahr MK9 Stainless Night Sights at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Kahr MK9 Stainless Night Sights online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Kahr Arms.
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