Thanks for the information. Are there any recommendations regarding usage of the pistol? As I said, I know it is not a target pistol, but would 50 rounds per month or two be a problem in learning how to use the gun and get familiar with it? Any recommendations from the factory? Also, if you used the new corbon or winchester 115 gr bullet for self defence, are there any recommendations regarding loads for shooting at the range? Thanks.
I'm one of those who firmly believes in using the R9 for its intended purpose -- an up-close-and-personal self-defense weapon. Being the smallest and lightest pistol yet chambered for the 9mm Luger cartridge, and as you have noted, the R9 is
not intended to be used as a range gun for target practice. My suggestion would be that you shoot enough of the various brands of quality ammunition which have been tested and recommended here on the Forum by owners of the R9 [Winchester Silver Tips, Speer Gold Dots, Cor-Bon DPX, Remington Golden Sabers, etc.] to determine which one seems to be the best for you and your pistol -- then use that ammunition as your regular loading for CCW use. After that, a magazine or so every now and then to retain familiarity is all the firing that should be required. If you do choose to use your R9 for some practice or just occasional "plinking," as Tom notes, Winchester FMJ "White Box" is generally well regarded for that purpose.
With my soon-to-be five-year-old R9, I carry it daily and shoot it only occasionally. However, I also clean and lubricate it at least once a month to rid it of "pocket dreck" whether or not it has been shot since its last cleaning. For extended sessions at the range, I've got a Colt 1911 which will go for as long as the ammunition holds out.
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Good luck with your new masterpiece.