Features of the Kimber KDS9c – A High-Capacity, Double-Stack 1911 Pistol [Video]

New Kimber 9mm: KDS9c – First High-Capacity 1911 Platform Featuring 15 + 1 Capacity!

Everett Digger with Kimber Manufacturing gives the GunBroker.com team a rundown on the features of Kimber KDS9c pistol. This is Kimber’s first high-capacity 1911 platform featuring a 15 + 1 capacity, fully fluted barrel, ambidextrous mag release, spurred hammer, and optics-ready plates. It’s one of the most relevant platforms in the industry today when it comes to personal protection: an alloy frame and stainless-steel slide round out the features of the Kimber KDS9c. The frame featuring a fully integrated cross-hatch textured design for the front and the back strap that flows with the grip to deliver superior grip ergonomics. The magazine release is reversible for left and right-handed shooters. A crisp 3.5-4.5lb trigger pull comes standard, as well as two 15-round magazines  The KDS9c handgun debuted at the 2023 NRA Convention.

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How much is the Kimber KDS9c?

The MSRP for the Kimber KDS9c, black or silver finish, is $1,499. Browse GunBroker.com listings for fixed and auction prices for the New Kimber KDS9C double stack carry 1911!

Specifications and Features of Kimber KDS9c Pistol: 

KDS9c (KimPro Silver)       

  • Caliber: 9mm
  • Height (inches): 5.35″
  • Weight (ounces): with empty magazine: 25.3
  • Length (inches): 7.75″
  • Width (inches): at grip 1.33
  • Magazine capacity: 15 (2 included)
  • Skeletonized squared serrated hammer
  • Recoil spring (pounds): 16.9 lbs
  • Frame:
    • Material: 7075 Aluminum 
    • KimPro Silver
  • Slide:
    • Material: stainless steel
    • Front and rear cocking serrations 
    • KimPro Silver
  • Barrel:
    • Length (inches): 4.09″ 
    • Stainless Steel
    • 20° Flush-cut deep crown
    • Twist rate: 1:10 LH 
  • Sights:
    • Proprietary serrated adjustable rear sight
    • Green fiber optic front sight
    • Optic ready w/ removable cover plate
    • Micro optic (RMSC/ Holosun-K) mounting plates are available 
  • Grips: Gray and black G10 Crosshatch 
  • Trigger: Factory setting: 3.5-4.5 lbs
  • UPC: 669278310121

KDS9c (KimPro Black)       

  • Caliber: 9mm
  • Height (inches): 5.35″
  • Weight (ounces): with empty magazine: 25.3
  • Length (inches): 7.75″
  • Width (inches): at grip 1.33
  • Magazine capacity: 15 (2 included)
  • Skeletonized squared serrated hammer
  • Recoil spring (pounds): 16.9 lbs
  • Frame:
    • Material: 7075 Aluminum 
    • KimPro Black
  • Slide:
    • Material: stainless steel
    • Front and rear cocking serrations 
    • KimPro Black
  • Barrel:
    • Length (inches): 4.09″ 
    • Stainless Steel
    • 20° Flush-cut deep crown
    • Twist rate: 1:10 LH 
  • Sights:
    • Proprietary serrated adjustable rear sight
    • Green fiber optic front sight
    • Optic ready w/ removable cover plate
    • Micro optic (RMSC/ Holosun-K) mounting plates are available 
  • Grips: Gray and black G10 Crosshatch 
  • Trigger: Factory setting: 3.5-4.5 lbs
  • UPC: 669278310107

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