Kahr Arms Kahr MK Series Instructions Manual

							smith.  If the firing pin indent on the
primer appears normal (like similar pre-
viously fired rounds) the ammunition
may be at fault. Segregate any misfired
rounds from other live ammunition and
empty cases, and continue firing.
Note: Dispose of misfired rounds in
accordance with ammunition 
manufacturer’s instructions.16. Never discharge a firearm near an
animal unless it is trained to accept the
noise. A startled animal could injure
itself or cause an accident.
17. Never walk, climb, follow a compan-
ion or hunt with your pistol in your hand
and ready to fire (in battery).
CAUTION: PROTECT EYES WHEN
REMOVING THE RECOIL SPRING
ASSEMBLY.  THE ASSEMBLY MAY BE
UNDER TENSION AND MAY POP OUT
OF POSITION AND CAUSE INJURY! 
7. Carefully remove the Recoil Spring
Assembly (see photo #4).
NOTE:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISMAN-
TLE THE RECOIL SPRING ASSEMBLY.
THIS IS A FACTORY ASSEMBLED COM-
PONENT. THE ASSEMBLY IS UNDER
TENSION AND MAY POP OUT OF POSI-
TION AND CAUSE INJURY!  
8. Grasp the recoil lug of the Barrel and
push it slightly forward, then lift and
pull it rearward out of the Slide (see
photo #5).
Reassembly
First, assemble the Slide components
reversing the order in which they were
dismantled. Then, before installing the
Slide onto the Frame, do the following:
Make sure that the Recoil Spring
Assembly is parallel to the Slide rails
and not off to one side. Note: Be sure
that the large flat disc at the rear of the
Recoil Spring Assembly is positioned in
the circular cut in the front of the Barrel’s
recoil lug.
Next, without depressing the Trigger,
move the assembled Slide just far
enough onto the Frame to partially insert
the pin of the Slide Release Leverthrough both the Frame and the slot in
the Barrel’s recoil lug. 
Note: Carefully press down on the front
of the Ejector as the Slide Back passesover it to avoid interference as the Slidemoves onto the Frame.Then, pull the
Slide rearward to line up the small wit-
ness marks on the Slide and Frame (see
circled area in photo #3). Finally, push
the Slide Release Lever in until it clicks
into position. If problems occur during
assembly, remove the Slide and recheck
the instructions above. 
If the Slide will not go smoothly onto the
Frame, do not force it as this could causedamage and may void the Warranty.
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Photo 5
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							CAUTION! THE MAGAZINE SPRING ISUNDER PRESSURE.Be sure to contain
the Spring when withdrawing the pin to
prevent damage and/or injury. 
Remove the Magazine Spring and
Magazine Follower (E) through the bot-
tom of the Magazine Tube.
The Magazine is now completely disas-
sembled (see photo #7). Clean all parts
thoroughly with solvent. Wipe all parts
lightly with lubricant-moistened cloth
before reassembly.
CA
UTION! DO NOT OVER LUBRICATE.Lubricant can penetrate the primer of
ammunition and render it inoperative
causing a failure to fire. 
Inspect the Magazine Base and
Magazine Base Lock for cracks. Inspect
the Magazine Tube for cracks or voids in
the seam weld area. Inspect Magazine
Follower for chips and cracks. Check the
18. When preparing to fire, be sure that
the area behind the slide is free of
obstructions (watch your thumb) as the
slide will move back sharply upon firing.
19. Never drink alcoholic beverages or
take drugs before or during shooting as
your vision and judgment can be serious-
ly impaired, making your gun handling
unsafe.20. Always seek a doctor’s advice if you
are taking medication to be sure you are
fit to shoot and handle a firearm safely.
21. Always wear ear protection when
shooting, especially on a range.  Without
ear protection, the noise of firing can
lead to cumulative long-term and perma-
nent hearing loss.
Magazine Disassembly,
Maintenance & Reassembly
DisassemblyEnsure that the Magazine is unloaded.
Insert a 1/8” or smaller pin (or length of
stiff wire, etc.) through the bottom sight
holes in the Magazine Tube (A), between
coils of the Magazine Spring (D). This will
contain most of the spring tension during
disassembly. Using a small punch (or
ball-point pen or similar expedient),
depress the locking stud of the
Magazine Base Lock (B) through the
hole in the bottom of the Magazine Base
(C) (see photo #6). 
Push the Magazine Base forward off the
Magazine Tube. The pin previously insert-
ed in the bottom sight holes of the
Magazine Tube now contains the
Magazine Spring under some compres-
sion. Point the bottom of the Magazine
Tube in a safe direction, contain the
Spring’sfree end protruding from the bot-
tom with your thumb, and carefully with-
draw the pin from the Magazine sight
holes.
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Photo 6Photo 7
A E
BC D 
						

							22. Always wear protective shooting
glasses for eye protection. Do not hold
an autoloading pistol near your eye or
face as the slide will move back sharply
upon firing.
23. Always make sure that any firearm is
unloaded before cleaning, storing or
transporting. When handing the KAHR
Pistol to another person, be sure that the
slide is locked open with the magazine
removed.24. Always keep clear and keep others
clear of the ejection port, as spent car-
tridges are ejected with enough force to
cause injury. 
25. Never place fingers in the ejection
port; they could be injured by the slide
moving forward unintentionally.
26. Never place fingers on a hot slide 
or barrel during or after firing, as they
could be burned by the hot metal.
With the Slide removed and the Barrel
dismantled, the Striker is drawn back
manually about 1/4 inch and then eased
forward again. The tip of the Striker
must not project beyond the breech face
of the Slide.
Note: When easing the Striker for
ward, becareful not to depress the Striker Blockwhich sits next to the Striker. If it is depressed during the safety check,it will allow the Striker to project beyondthe breech face.
Note Regarding Primer Indent andDistorted Spent Cases
Upon examining fired cases, you
may notice that the primer indent
appears distorted or elongated.
This is normal for the striker sys-
tem design of the KAHR pistols. You may
also notice that the spent case becomes
slightly deformed into the shape of a D
instead of an O shape.  This is consid-
ered normal for the KAHR pistol and is
caused by the spent case touching the
bottom of the ejection port when exiting
the gun. Neither of these two situations
are a cause for concern and it is not nec-
essary to contact the service department.
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metal follower pin in the Magazine
Follower for correct depth and tightness
of fit (on the 
7-round extended grip Magazine, only).
Ensure that the Magazine Follower
moves freely inside the Magazine Tube.
Replace components as required.
Check the Magazine feed lips for distor-
tion, burrs or nicks, and especially for
smoothness at the magazine catch slot.
Replace any Magazine components as
needed.
Note:Magazines should always be han-
dled with care. If a Magazine becomes
damaged as a result of being dropped
on a hard surface, it should be replaced.
Do not attempt 
to repair it.   
Reassembly
After cleaning, inspection and lubrica-
tion, reassemble the Magazine in
reverse order from disassembly, again
using a pin or wire through the lowest
sight holes to contain the Magazine
Spring for ease of fitting the Magazine
Base Lock and Magazine Base.
Ensure the empty, reassembled
Magazine seats fully when inserted in
the pistol, and ejects freely from its well
when the Magazine Catch is depressed.
Correct Wrong!
Checking Safety Devices
The following safety check is to be car-
ried out at regular intervals and before
the pistol is used: 
						

							27. Only use high-quality commercially
manufactured ammunition, in excellent
condition and in the correct caliber for
your pistol.
The use of reloaded ammunition will void
the Warranty because reloads or poor
quality ammunition may not meet indus-
try specifications (SAAMI and/or NATO),
may exceed pressure limits and could be
unsafe.28. Do not shoot the KAHR Pistol near
any part of your body as the slide will
move back sharply upon firing.
29. Always unload the firearm immedi-
ately after firing. 
30. Do not allow anyone to handle or
attempt firing the KAHR Pistol until they
have read this manual. 
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Cleaning & Lubrication
Before the initial shooting of the new
KAHR Pistol, the pistol should be
disassembled following the instruc-
tions in this manual and cleaned
with a commercial gun cleaning sol-
vent. After each shooting session,
the cleaning process should be
repeated to remove firing residue
from the inside and outside of the
Barrel, Slide, Frame and Magazine.
Once cleaned, all parts should be
lightly lubricated with a commercial
gun lubricant. Follow solvent and
lubricant manufacturer’s instruc-
tions.
The handgun should be kept clean
and properly lubricated at all times.
Lubricants can evaporate over time.
Therefore, lightly lubricate the hand-
gun once a month whether or not it
has been fired. Be sure your hand-
gun is FULLY UNLOADED
(Magazine removed and chamber
empty) before performing any clean-
ing or maintenance.
Note Regarding Lead Bullets:
Lead (unjacketed) bullets can cause
excessive bore fouling. Extra atten-
tion to cleaning the bore is recom-
mended after firing lead bullets.
Notes on Reliability
If this firearm is to be used in lawful
self-defense, the user must under-
stand that overall reliability is based
upon the interaction of four factors:
handgun, magazine, ammunition
and user.
A handgun is only a mechanical
device. It can fail to function proper-
ly despite the use of the finest mate-
rials and the greatest possible care
in its design and manufacture. To
ensure the highest level of reliability,
we suggest that you adhere to the
following guidelines:
1. Obtain the guidance of a quali-
fied or accredited firearms instructor
before using the handgun. 
2. Use only the highest quality facto-
ry ammunition. Avoid reloads, sur-
plus and budget priced ammunition
as well as any ammunition
designed by its manufacturer for use
in carbines or other shoulder-fired
firearms. At times, a particular
model of handgun will not reliably
function with a specific brand or
loading of ammunition. Selected
ammunition should be test fired (100
rounds minimum) to ensure reliabili-
ty. Also, ammunition manufacturers
can make changes to their ammuni-
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caused, as a result of which the
safety devices are 
rendered ineffective, then the pur-
chaser shall forfeit any claim to
guarantee against damages there-
by incurred to persons or property.
2. Any change to the basic construc-
tion of the weapon, in particular by
the circumvention of the safety
devices, is strictly prohibited for
safety reasons, and precludes the
use of the weapon. tion such as substituting a different
powder or primer. Consequently,
ammunition which proved reliable
in the past may suddenly begin to
cause malfunctions.  Inspect all
ammunition for visible defects before
loading it into the Magazine.
3. Use only KAHR ARMS manufac-
tured Magazines. Consider purchas-
ing extra Magazines so that they
may periodically be rotated, allow-
ing the Magazine Spring to relax.
When inserting a Magazine into the
handgun, listen for it to click into
place, then pull down on the
Magazine Base to make sure that it
is seated and locked.
4. Improper shooting technique and
grip can cause a variety of malfunc-
tions such as a failure to properly
eject or feed. Also, some loadings of
ammunition are more sensitive to
improper shooting technique or grip
than others. Maintain a firm but
comfortable grip on the handgun.
The shooting arm should supply
resistance to the handgun rather
than serving as a shock absorber.
Warranty & LiabilityExclusions
Not withstanding the provisions con-
tained in any other printed Warranty
statement(s) made by KAHR ARMS
or by one of KAHR ARMS’ affiliates,
the following exclusions from
Warranty, among others, shall
apply:
1. If the pistol is dismantled by the
purchaser or by third parties further
than described in this manual, and
if, as a result of inappropriate han-
dling or incomplete reassembly,
damage or malfunctions are
Service Assistance
Should service be required, call the
KAHR ARMS Customer Service
Dept. at (508) 795-3919 or Fax: (508)
795-7046, giving full details of the
problem you have experienced,
date of purchase and dealer from
whom the pistol was purchased. 
If KAHR ARMS Customer Service
recommends that the pistol be
returned to the factory for service,
you will receive a factory “Return
Authorization” Number. Ship the
unloaded pistol, prepaid via UPS or
FEDEX, with a copy of the sales
receipt and “Return Authorization”
Number to: 
K.A.I.
130 Goddard Memorial Dr.
Worcester, MA 01603
Attn. Customer Service Dept., 
Phone: (508) 795-3919
Fax: (508) 795-7046
Web Address: www.kahr.com
www.kahrshop.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Refer  to  the  separate  “Parts  and
Service List” for complete parts and
service  pricing  and  ordering  infor-
mation.  
						

							3. No liability whatsoever can be
accepted in the case of criminal
misuse, negligence, resale, use
under the influence of drugs or alco-
hol, modifications, careless han-
dling, etc.
4. With the Slide removed, it is not
permitted to tension and release the
Striker forward since this could
damage the Striker Block.
5. No liability whatsoever can be
accepted if the pistol is fired with
any ammunition other than top-
quality, commercially manufactured
ammunition of the proper caliber
specified on the firearm itself.
Inexpertly manufactured or
reloaded ammunition must not be
used.
NOTE:
 All liability is excluded in the event that the instructions in this manual are not observed.
Shipping Firearms For
Service
Kahr handguns returned to the fac-
tory for service or repair should be
sent to:
K.A.I.
130 Goddard Memorial Dr.
Worcester, MA 01603
Attn: Service Dept.
Contact Kahr Arms 
Customer ServiceDept. at: (508) 795-3919 to receive a
“Return Authorization” Number
before shipping a firearm to the fac-
tory.
F
irearms shipped to the factory mustbe sent prepaid.THE KAHR SER-
VICE DEPARTMENT CAN NOT
ACCEPT COLLECT SHIPMENTS.The Federal Firearm Control Act
does not prohibit an individual from
shipping a firearm directly to the
manufacturer for service or repair.
However, some states or localities
prohibit this. If you live in such a
location, have a Federally Licensed
Firearms dealer ship the firearm. It
will be returned to the dealer after
being serviced.
Handguns must be shipped prepaid
via UPS AIR or FEDEX.Persons who
do not hold a Federal Firearms
License are prohibited by federal
law from shipping a handgun by
mail. Handguns mailed in violation
of the law are impounded by the
Post Office.
Enclose a letter that includes refer-
ence to the factory “Return
Authorization” Number, your name,
address, telephone number, and
serial number and model of the
firearm. Describe in detail the trou-
ble you have experienced with your
firearm, or the work you wish to
have done. Stating only that the
firearm “needs repair” is inade-
quate information. Please enclose
copies of any previous correspon-
dence.
Please do not include holsters, cus-
tom grips, or accessories with any
firearm being shipped to the factory
for service.
Service work performed, other than
approved Warranty repairs, will
carry a minimum charge of $15.00
plus a $15.00 return shipping and
handling charge.
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							02103MAP©2002, Kahr Arms
This “LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY” has been drafted to comply with the
MAGNUSON-MOSS WARRANTY FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION IMPROVE-
MENT ACT which is effective for goods manufactured on or after December 31,
1976. KAHR ARMS warrants that this firearm was originally manufactured free
of defects in material or workmanship.
For the lifetime of the original purchaser, KAHR ARMS agrees to correct any
defect in this firearm for the original purchaser by repair or replacement (with
same or comparable quality model). A service and/or handling charge may be
applied.
THIS WARRANTY IS VOID IF THE FIREARM HAS BEEN ABUSED, MISUSED,
DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT, FIRED WITH HANDLOADED AND/OR RELOADED OR
IMPROPER AMMUNITION OR WITH AN OBSTRUCTION IN THE BARREL, OR
DAMAGED THROUGH FAILURE TO PROVIDE REASONABLE AND NECESSARY
MAINTENANCE AS DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. THIS WARRANTY DOES
NOT APPLY TO NORMAL WEAR OF ANY PARTS, INCLUDING METAL, WOOD,
PLASTIC, RUBBER AND OTHER MATERIAL’S SURFACE FINISH OR IF UNAU-
THORIZED REPAIR AND/OR ALTERATION HAS BEEN PERFORMED.
The terms of the Warranty cannot be changed except in writing by an officer of
Kahr Arms.
Wholesalers and Dealers (unless a KAHR ARMS authorized Warranty repair sta-
tion) are not authorized to make any Warranty repair or adjustment on behalf of
KAHR ARMS.
This Warranty gives only the original retail purchaser specific legal rights. Other
rights may also be available which may vary from state to state.
Should repair be required for this firearm, contact Kahr Customer Service at Tel:
(508) 795-3919 or Fax: (508) 795-7046 and request a “Return Authorization”
Number. Provide full details of the defect or malfunction, date of purchase and
dealer from whom the firearm was purchased. Then, send the unloaded pistol,
prepaid via UPS AIR or FEDEX, with a copy of the sales receipt and “Return
Authorization” Number to:
Kahr Arms – Service Dept.
130 Goddard Memorial Drive 
Worcester, MA 01603
Web Address: www.kahr.com / www.kahrshop.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Limited Lifetime Warranty