Description
Some configurations were never meant to be common. This Korth PRS in 9mm with a 5-inch barrel is one of those rare, in-between expressions, neither standard catalog length nor experimental oddity, but a deliberate, finely balanced build that quietly stands apart.
At first glance, the PRS lineage is unmistakable. The sculpted slide with Korth’s signature dimpled machining catches the light without excess, while the two-tone contrast between the satin stainless upper and the darker lower frame adds depth rather than flash. The proportions feel intentional, long enough to offer excellent sight radius and recoil control, yet compact enough to retain the agility the PRS platform is known for.
The 5-inch barrel length, especially in 9mm, is what elevates this example. It occupies a narrow window rarely seen, offering a balance that many shooters prefer but few collectors ever encounter. Recoil impulse is smooth and linear, aided by the mass distribution and Korth’s precise slide-to-frame fit; everything cycles with the restrained, mechanical confidence that defines German master craftsmanship.
Details matter here. The trigger guard is cleanly undercut, the controls are sharply machined yet ergonomic, and the grip panels, warm wood against cool steel, provide both visual contrast and natural feel in hand. All components are correctly matched, reinforcing that this pistol remains precisely as it left the factory.
This is not a PRS built for spectacle. It is a purposeful, uncommon configuration, one that rewards close inspection and long-term appreciation. For collectors who already understand Korth, this example needs little explanation. For those who don’t, it serves as a quiet introduction to why Korth stands in a category of its own.
