Description
The Korth PRS is already a study in German exactness, but in this 5-inch configuration, it becomes something far more elusive. Neither the standard long-slide competition format nor a shortened compromise, the 5-inch PRS strikes a balance that is seldom encountered and rarely offered.
Chambered in 9mm, this example showcases Korth’s unmistakable machining quality throughout. The satin-finished slide contrasts beautifully against the darker frame, while the distinctive dimpled slide flats are not decorative flourishes; they are purposeful, executed with the same obsessive consistency that defines Korth’s reputation. Every edge is intentional. Every surface tells you it was finished slowly, not rushed.
The ergonomics are classic PRS: a deeply contoured frame, extended beavertail, precision skeletonized trigger, and finely checkered grip surfaces that lock the pistol into the hand without excess aggression. The warm wooden grip panels add a restrained elegance, grounding the pistol visually while reinforcing its gallery-grade presence.
This 5-inch configuration is particularly compelling for collectors precisely because it sits outside the norm. It offers the visual harmony of a full-size pistol with a slightly more compact, purposeful profile, one that feels deliberate rather than standardized. The components are matching, reinforcing its integrity as a cohesive, factory-built example rather than a pieced-together variant.
For the collector who already understands Korth, this PRS represents something quieter and rarer: not a flagship meant to announce itself, but a configuration that rewards close inspection and informed appreciation. A serious piece for a serious collection.
