Kahr CM40 vs Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite

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Handguns Kahr CM40 Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite
Summary
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Action Double Action Only Semi-Automatic
Caliber .40 S&W .22 LR
Capacity 5+1 10+1
Finish Stainless Steel Slide Black Anodized
Gun Type Pistol Pistol
Sights Adjustable Adjustable Rear Sight
Weight 25 oz
Details
Brand Kahr Arms Ruger
Reviews See 24 Reviews See 6 Reviews
Prices
MSRP $229.99 $545.60
Used Price $160.99 $381.92
Sale Price $206.99 $491.04

Handguns Descriptions

Kahr CM40

Caliber: .40 S&WCapacity: 5rdsBarrel: 3.1Sights: Drift Adjustable White Bar-Dot Combat Rear Sight Pinned in Polymer Front SightAction: DAOFrame: Black PolymerSlide: Matte Stainless SteelLength: 5.47Width: .94Height: 4Weight: 15.8 oz (unloaded)Additional Features:The CM Series which debuted in spring 2011 with the CM9 takes the value priced features from Kahr's CW series (3.6 barrel 9 mm .40 S&W and .45 ACP models) and incorporates these features into a smaller 3 barrel package. The CM4043 has the same external dimensions as the PM4043 which make it ideal for concealed carry by licensed civilians and law enforcement personnel.The CM4043 is chambered in a .40 S&W caliber has a 3.1 barrel and an overall length of 5.47 with a height of 4.0. The pistol weighs in at 15.8 ounces plus 1.9 ounces for the stainless steel magazine. Differences between the CM models and PM models include: the CM4043 has a conventional rifled barrel instead of the match grade polygonal barrel on Kahr's PM series; the CM slide stop lever is MIM (metal-injection-molded) instead of machined; the CM series slide has fewer machining operations and uses simple roll marking instead of engraved markings; and finally the CM series are shipped with one magazine instead of two magazines.The CM40 boasts real sights which are drift adjustable in the rear and a pinned-in polymer front sight featuring a white bar-dot configuration. Finally the slide does lock back after firing the last round - another feature missing on

Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite

 Ruger's Mark IV Lite features a vented receiver made of aerospace-grade aluminum, comfortable, precision-molded polymer grips with a serrated frontstrap and checkered backstrap, and checkered, 1911-style grip panels for a great appearance and comfortable, non-slip hold. This model also features an adjustable rear sight, factory-installed Picatinny rail, and an ambidextrous manual safety. It is also designed with simple, one-button take-down. Additional Features: Threaded (1/2"-28) 5.5-inch barrel Two 10-round magazines One-Piece Machined Grip Frame Ergonomic Bolt Stop  

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