Kahr Arms Auto-ordnance 1911 Owners Manual

As the owner of a firearm, you must undertake the full-time
responsibility of safe firearm handling for your own safety and the
safety of those around you. Before handling any firearm read and
understand the information contained in its ownerÕs manual.
Be certain this ownerÕs manual is available for reference and is
kept with this firearm if transferred to another party. If the manual
is lost or misplaced, write directly to Kahr Arms for a free
replacement copy.
SAFETY AND SAFE FIREARM HANDLING
IS...

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Contents Page
USER SAFETY WARNINGS & RESPONSIBILITY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
LOCKING DEVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
NOMENCLATURE (AUTO-ORDNANCE 1911 MODELS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
SAFETY FEATURES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
AMMUNITION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

USER SAFETY WARNINGS & RESPONSIBILITY
IMPORTANT ÒSAFETY WARNINGSÕ -- NOTE THE SYMBOL
These safety warnings are for your protection as well as the safety of
others. Disregarding information in this manual may result in serious
injury or death.
STOP! Do not attempt to load or use any firearm until you read and
understand the information contained in its ownerÕs manual. Before
handling your firearm, you should learn how it operates and how to
maintain it. This includes knowing its basic parts, how the...

To protect yourself and others from injury, use the correct ammunition
referenced by the markings on the barrel. Auto-Ordnance firearms are
designed, manufactured and proof tested to recommended Sporting
Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute (SAAMI) standards for
factory loaded ammunition. We specifically disclaim responsibility for
any damage or injury whatsoever occurring in connection with, or as the result of,
the use in Auto-Ordnance firearms of cartridges other than those for which the...

LOCKING DEVICES
This firearm was originally sold with a key-operated locking device.
While it can help provide secure storage for your unloaded firearm,
any locking device can fail. All guns are designed to fire if they are
loaded and the trigger is pulled. Therefore, never install the locking device inside
the trigger guard or in any way that it can possibly pull the trigger! Do not leave the
keys in the lock.
The ultimate responsibility for secure storage of any firearm must depend upon its
owner and...

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NOMENCLATURE
Front Sight
Slide Stop Notch
Lanyard LoopTrigger
Frame
Grip Safety
Slide
BarrelBarrel
Bushing
Recoil
Spring
Plug
Disassembly Notch
Slide Stop
Rear Sight
Trigger Guard
Magazine catch
GripThumb Safety
Thumb
Safety Notch
Hammer
Ejection port
(Opposite side)
Model: 1911PKZ
(WWII Parkerized) 

Safety Features
Auto-Ordnance Model 1911 semi-automatic pistols incorporate several positive
safety devices which, if properly employed, reduces the danger of accidental dis-
charge.
Trigger Guard
The trigger guard is a metal loop that surrounds the trigger, protecting it from dam-
age or accidental discharge.
Thumb Safety
The thumb safety is located on the left rear of the pistol just below the slide. To oper-
ate the thumb safety pull the slide to its most rearward position and release.  Then
push the...

NEVER ATTEMPT TO CHECK OR DEMONSTRATE THE
DISCONNECTOR FUNCTION WITH A LOADED PISTOL. PUSHING ON
THE MUZZLE WITH YOUR HAND OR ANY OTHER PORTION OF THE
BODY IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND COULD RESULT IN
ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE CAUSING INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
Hammer Safety Stop
The hammer safety stop is a notch on the hammer which prevents it from falling
fully forward in the event of a primary sear notch failure. It also prevents the ham-
mer from hitting the firing pin should your fingers slip...

Loading the Magazine
Use only factory loaded ammunition of the
proper caliber manufactured to US Industry
and SAAMI specifications, referenced by
markings on barrel. (See Notice and
Warnings on page 4 of this manual pertain-
ing to Ammunition).
Examine the recommended ammunition, par-
ticularly on and around the primer. Look for
dents, scratches, and other signs of damage.
Do not load damaged ammunition.
To release the empty magazine from the
frame, hold your hand under the magazine
and push the magazine...

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Loading the Pistol
Practice this important aspect of firearm handling with an unloaded handgun until
you can perform each of the steps described below. This procedure begins with an
empty handgun with the magazine out.
1. Be certain the muzzle is pointed in a safe direction.
2. Hold pistol grip with one hand. Keep other hand clear of ejection port and grasp
serrated finger grips on both sides of slide. Pull slide back approx. 1/4Ó and look in
chamber to ensure it is empty; allow slide to return fully...