Kahr Arms CW40 .40 S&W Compact, Two-Tone, 3.6 in Barrel, 6+1 Capacity — Original Case, Manual, 1 Magazine
This Kahr Arms CW40 is a compact, USA-made .40 S&W pistol with a two-tone matte stainless slide over a black polymer frame. It features a 3.6 in barrel, a slim 0.94 in profile, and a 6+1 capacity. It comes with the original hard case, the factory manual, and one 6-round magazine.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial exterior scratches and blemishes are present.
What’s Included
- Original hard case (black polymer clamshell)
- Kahr Arms Operating Instructions manual for DAO pistols
- One 6-round steel magazine with flush baseplate
The CW40 operates with a double-action-only, striker-fired system and a smooth trigger rated at approximately 7.0 lb. A passive striker block provides internal safety. The left-side push-button magazine release supports straightforward reloads.
The 3.6 in barrel uses conventional rifling with a 1:16 RH twist. The matte stainless slide incorporates rear cocking serrations and beveled muzzle/angled flats. Sighting is the bar-dot setup: a pinned white-dot front paired with a drift-adjustable rear featuring a white bar.
Dimensions are compact and slim: overall length 6.36 in, height 4.62 in, and width 0.94 in. Empty weight is about 16.8 oz. Magazine capacity is 6+1.
The two-tone configuration pairs a stainless slide with a black polymer frame and textured grip surfaces. The frame is marked "KAHR ARMS WORCESTER, MA," and the pistol is made in the USA.