{"id":190495,"date":"2023-04-15T11:09:56","date_gmt":"2023-04-15T15:09:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=178363"},"modified":"2023-04-15T11:09:56","modified_gmt":"2023-10-06T16:39:34","slug":"kimber-launches-kds9c-a-personal-protection-masterpiece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/kimber-launches-kds9c-a-personal-protection-masterpiece\/","title":{"rendered":"Kimber Launches KDS9c: A Personal Protection Masterpiece? &#8212; NRA 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kimber&#039;s KDS9c: A Sleek and Refined Double-Stack 1911 -- NRA 2023\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cO6Mz5SzAIo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kimber launched its latest offering, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kimberamerica.com\/kds9c-silver-9mm?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"kimber-launches-kds9c-a-personal-protection-masterpiece\" title=\"Kimber Launches KDS9c: A Personal Protection Masterpiece? -- NRA 2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KDS9c<\/a> at NRA 2023. This firearm is a result of over four decades of experience in the industry and is designed to be a &#8220;personal protection masterpiece.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The KDS9c is built from the ground up, with its barrel fully fluted, crowned, and ramped. Kimber&#8217;s proprietary bore sizing process delivers match-grade accuracy with every shot, making it a solid choice for those seeking reliable accuracy in a personal protection firearm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Kimber_Double-1024x794.jpg\" alt=\"The KDS9c in silver.\" class=\"wp-image-178369\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The KDS9c was &#8220;built from the ground up as a personal protection masterpiece,&#8221; says Kimber.  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The engineers at Kimber chose 7075 aluminum and sculpted a frame that delivers superior ergonomics. The etching that wraps around the front strap and grips ensures a comfortable grip, even during extended periods of use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Kimber_KD-1024x998.jpg\" alt=\"A look at the rear sight and grip of the Kimber KDS9c.\" class=\"wp-image-178366\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Skeletonized squared serrated hammer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-also-kimber-releases-new-1911-rapide-r7-mako-and-limited-edition-micro-9\">SEE ALSO: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/kimber-releases-new-1911-rapide-r7-mako-and-limited-edition-micro-9\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"kimber-launches-kds9c-a-personal-protection-masterpiece\" title=\"Kimber Launches KDS9c: A Personal Protection Masterpiece? -- NRA 2023\">Kimber Releases New 1911 RAPIDE, R7 Mako, and Limited-Edition Micro 9<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to its ergonomic design, the KDS9c features a fully ambidextrous magazine release that is reversible for left and right-handed shooters. This feature makes it a nice choice for everyone, even the wrong-handed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Height (inches): 5.25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weight (ounces): with empty magazine: 28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Length (inches): 7.8<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Height (inches): 5.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Magazine capacity: 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skeletonized squared serrated hammer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recoil spring (pounds): 16.9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caliber: 9mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FRAME<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Material: 7075 Aluminum&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KimPro Silver<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SLIDE<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Material stainless steel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Front and rear cocking serrations&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KimPro Silver<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BARREL<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Length (inches): 4.09<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20\u00b0 Flush-cut deep crown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Twist rate: 1:10 LH&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SIGHTS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Propretary serrated adjustable rear sight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hi-viz green dot insert front sight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optic ready w\/ removable cover plate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Micro optic (RMSC\/ Holosun-K) mounting plates available&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GRIPS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gray and black G10 Crosshatch&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TRIGGER<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Factory setting (approximate pounds): 3.5-4.5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PRICE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MSRP: $1,499<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Kimber-DS_1991-1024x701.jpg\" alt=\"The black Kimber KDS9c.\" class=\"wp-image-178367\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A crisp 3.5-4.5lb trigger pull comes standard.  <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The KDS9c also comes equipped with a crisp 3.5-4.5lb trigger pull, providing a smooth and consistent trigger pull for greater accuracy. The firearm also comes standard with two 15-round magazines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/KImber_DS_Sight-1024x691.jpg\" alt=\"A look at the front sight for the KDS9c.\" class=\"wp-image-178368\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hi-viz green dot insert front sight.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, the KDS9c is a sleek-looking and carry-friendly double-stack 1911.  We&#8217;ll have to do a full review to see if it lives up to the title of &#8220;personal protection masterpiece.&#8221;  Stay tuned!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the meantime,<strong> learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kimberamerica.com\/kds9c-silver-9mm?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"kimber-launches-kds9c-a-personal-protection-masterpiece\" title=\"Kimber Launches KDS9c: A Personal Protection Masterpiece? -- NRA 2023\">KimberAmerica.com.<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong><em>*** <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"kimber-launches-kds9c-a-personal-protection-masterpiece\" title=\"Kimber Launches KDS9c: A Personal Protection Masterpiece? -- NRA 2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buy and Sell on GunsAmerica!<\/a> ***<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kimber launched its latest offering, the KDS9c at NRA 2023. 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