P380 side plate screw and tool

OK guys here is how to find this tool and cheap in price to.

#1. wihatools.com

then look at their menu and find TORX PLUS TOOS hit on it, it should pop up next Torx 370 Plus series, and it should show the 5IP tool first up. order # 37040. cost $3.40 plus postage. this is a must toll to have around..

this tool will remove that small screw on the kahrk P380 sideplate and also remove the slide spirng for replaement if needed..


this would make a nice sticky for future kahr owners MODERATORS..

Thanks Jocko. Here's the direct link:

http://www.wihatools.com/300seri/370_ip_serie.htm

kraigster414 said:

Thanks Jocko. Here's the direct link:

http://www.wihatools.com/300seri/370_ip_serie.htm

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thanku rich, I knew you would know how toput this in simpler terms. I ordered two of them, and I think I willsend one to RJ,his wife and officers have 5 of those P380

Is this the same screw and tool that would fit the PM-9. I notice my side cover doesn't fit as tight as I thought it did.

Thanks

McIver

Kraigster414 said:

The side plate screw in the P380 does NOT take a conventional torx screwdriver I am told by Kahr but a Torx Plus and the size is "5IP". It is not a popular screw/screwdriver. Appears the same tool would work the slide lock spring as well.

This is not a screw (slide plate screw) that you should screw around with unless you absolutely have to. Typically, any problems should be addressed by the factory. Anyway, here's what it looks like:

TORX Plus bit {only} ref 51P | Connevans

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First post here. Is this still valid? I see the post is from 2009 and I wonder if Kahr is still using the 5IP torx screw or if they are now using a standard T5 torx screw. Does anyone know or does it really matter with such a small screw? Thanks

Toney said:

Kahr Torx Plus Driver for Side Cover - Style # KASPSDR, Kahr Arms Case & Tools View attachment 588


Howdy!!! Found this...

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Thanks, Toney. The only question I have is what size is this wrench. I've heard the P380 has a size 5IP and the other poly frame Kahrs have a size 6.

Welcome......................the best thing to do is just give kahr a call and find out for sure....!!

Yep, already sent a note. I'll update when I hear.

MarkB said:

Yep, already sent a note. I'll update when I hear.

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Just received the info from Kahr. The P380 slide stop screw and the side panel screw both have a "5IP x 40" thread.

Cool... I don't plan on touching mine unless they loosen or I have trigger bar problems.

heres a great link for lots of china stuff. Take days to look thru it.

screwdriver - Free Shipping - DX

Boy I guess a "lot of stuff". Thanks, I bookmarked it.

yea, bob! needle oilers and 2x manifier glasses w/lights. Wives will buy everything, hide it.

Oh my.......I never thought of the wife finding it, but then she never buys anything with out clearing it with me. I'm the problem in this family.

xsailer said:

Oh my....... I'm the problem in this family.

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And else where...........

Guys, please check with Lowes and Home Depot. Mine is the Husky Brand I bought at Home Depot and came with four Torx bits in a nice handle case. I remember paying about $5.00. You can get on line to check the torx bit size availability.

I really appreciate the kind of topics you post here.

Thank you Jeffrey55 and welcome to the forum and it's one or two strange members. We have much fun jabbing, learning,advising and discussing highly important subjects. It's will be nice to hear your comments.

bob