Kahr Arms CW40 .40 S&W Compact Striker-Fired Pistol – 3.6" Barrel, 6+1 Capacity
The Kahr CW40 delivers .40 S&W performance in a slim, 0.94-inch-wide package that’s easy to conceal yet comfortable to shoot. Built in Worcester, Massachusetts, this compact striker-fired pistol features a nickel-plated 4140 stainless barrel, a patented cam-driven DAO trigger, and Kahr’s offset feed-ramp design that lowers the bore axis to help manage recoil. Its cost-efficient CW-series machining keeps the price down without sacrificing the reliability Kahr pistols are known for.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling Condition: Excellent – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor superficial scratches and blemishes are visible on the slide and frame. Light rust and pitting are present in isolated areas.
What’s Included
- Kahr Arms factory cardboard box
- 1 × factory stainless steel 6-round magazine (stamped "40-6 KAHR")
Despite its compact footprint, the CW40 is chambered for the potent .40 S&W cartridge and holds 6 rounds in its single-stack magazine. The 3.6-inch barrel uses conventional rifling and a 1:16 RH twist to stabilize a wide range of bullet weights.
The matte stainless slide carries rear cocking serrations and laser-engraved markings for a clean, durable look. White bar-dot sights—pinned polymer front and drift-adjustable rear—provide a fast, high-contrast sight picture.
Kahr’s cam-driven double-action-only trigger breaks at approximately 6 pounds with a consistent, smooth stroke and lacks external safeties, giving the shooter a simple manual of arms. The offset feed ramp lowers the bore axis, reducing muzzle rise and aiding control during rapid fire.
A glass-fiber-reinforced polymer frame keeps weight down while textured grip panels and molded finger grooves help maintain a secure purchase. At just under an inch wide, the CW40 remains one of the slimmest .40 S&W pistols available, making it practical for everyday carry.