{"id":199977,"date":"2024-03-31T15:20:30","date_gmt":"2024-03-31T20:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=199977"},"modified":"2026-10-18T19:10:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T00:10:47","slug":"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\/","title":{"rendered":"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Kimber KDS9c is a double stack 9mm with 1911 style controls, a 4.09 inch barrel and an optic ready slide. My test gun&#8217;s trigger broke at 3.25 pounds, and its best 5 shot group was 1.42 inches at 10 yards with Norma Hexagon 124 grain.<\/strong> It fed every bullet shape I tried, but the magazine dropped free during early shooting; Kimber fixed it under warranty in a few days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Range results, specs and the verdict come first, then the full review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-kimber-kds9c-test-results\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">Kimber KDS9c Test Results<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-kimber-kds9c-specs\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"3\">Kimber KDS9c Specs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-verdict\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"3\">Verdict<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-overview-of-the-kimber-kds9c\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">Overview of the Kimber KDS9C<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-kimber-kds9c-frame-and-dimensions\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">Kimber KDS9C Frame and Dimensions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-kimber-kds9c-magazines\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">Kimber KDS9C Magazines<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-kds9c-trigger\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">KDS9C Trigger<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-kimber-kds9c-accuracy-test\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">Kimber KDS9C Accuracy Test<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-kds9c-ammo-and-groupings\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">KDS9C Ammo And Groupings<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-kds9c-final-thoughts\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">The KDS9C Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-pros-and-cons-of-the-kimber-kds9c\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">Pros and Cons of the Kimber KDS9C<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faq\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"2\">FAQ<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-is-the-kimber-kds9c-a-2011\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"3\">Is the Kimber KDS9c a 2011?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-the-kimber-kds9c-barrel-length\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"3\">What is the Kimber KDS9c barrel length?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-optics-fit-the-kds9c\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\" data-level=\"3\">What optics fit the KDS9c?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-kimber-kds9c-test-results\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kimber KDS9c Test Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Load<\/th><th>5 shot group<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Norma Hexagon 124 gr<\/td><td>1.42 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester USA Ready 124 gr<\/td><td>1.66 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MagTech steel case 115 gr<\/td><td>1.87 in at 15 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blazer 115 gr FMJ<\/td><td>1.99 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Remington Golden Saber 124 gr<\/td><td>2.27 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Norma frangible 65 gr<\/td><td>2.46 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Norma MHP 108 gr<\/td><td>2.49 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Punch 124 gr<\/td><td>2.57 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blazer 147 gr FMJ<\/td><td>5.06 in at 10 yd<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Iron sights, 5 shot groups.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-kimber-kds9c-specs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kimber KDS9c Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><\/th><th>Kimber KDS9c<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Caliber<\/td><td>9mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barrel<\/td><td>4.09 in stainless, 1:10 twist<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Height \/ length \/ width<\/td><td>5.35 \/ 7.75 \/ 1.33 in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>25.3 oz with empty magazine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Capacity<\/td><td>15 or 10 rounds, two magazines included<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Frame \/ slide<\/td><td>7075 aluminum \/ stainless steel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Trigger<\/td><td>3.5 to 4.5 lb factory; mine measured 3.25 lb<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Optics<\/td><td>RMSC or Holosun K footprint plate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MSRP when tested<\/td><td>$1,495<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-verdict\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verdict<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Good:<\/strong> crisp, short reset trigger, accurate for a carry 9mm, adjustable rear sight, optic ready, reversible magazine release.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Know this:<\/strong> proprietary magazines (not 2011 magazines), right side only thumb safety, no rail on the base model (Kimber added a KDS9c Rail), and my gun needed one warranty fix.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is it a 2011? Not quite: it shares 1911 style controls and a double stack magazine, but it does not take 2011 magazines. See other models in our <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/best-kimber-pistols\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\">Kimber pistol rankings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other versions: <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/kimber-kds9c-tfs-threaded-barrel\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\">KDS9c TFS threaded barrel<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/kimber-kds9c-rail-edition-shot-show-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"unique-take-on-high-capacity-personal-protection-kimber-kds9c-reviewed\" title=\"Kimber KDS9c Review: Accuracy, Trigger and Specs\">KDS9c Rail<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/search?keyword=Kimber+KDS9c\" campaign=\"kds9c\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\">&#x1f6d2; Check Current Price for Kimber KDS9c on GunsAmerica<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Kimber KDS9C is a 2011-esque carry gun that was brought to the market last year. I can only assume that KDS9C stands for \u201cKimber double stack 9 compact\u201d, which properly describes exactly what it is. At launch it was offered with 10-round compliant magazines or 15-round standard capacity mags. Both versions come with two magazines and were slated to accept 18 round magazines Kimber announced. This compact handgun has a 4.09\u2033 barrel and is compatible with an RMSC or Holosun K footprint optic mount, which adds to its abilities and appeal as a concealed carry weapon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2525-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A Kimber KDS9C rests on a tan backdrop.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The KDS9C is a high capacity handgun built for concealed carry.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-overview-of-the-kimber-kds9c\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview of the Kimber KDS9C<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned, the KDS9C is a compact handgun that shares many similarities to the 1911 in construction. However, it also has some improvements made and features a large-capacity double-stack magazine. One improvement is the adjustable, serrated rear sight. The front sight is green fiber but comes with a red fiber if you prefer. The rear sight is blacked out and can be tuned for windage or elevation. Each type of ammunition impacts in slightly different locations when fired out of the same gun, but with an adjustable rear sight, you can zero the ammo you use, specifically. In a carry gun, that precision helps. Also, the rear sight can be removed to swap the cover plate with an optic plate of the RMSC or Holosun K footprint flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2544-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"The Kimber KDS9C optics plate has been removed.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Using captured bolts, you can remove the rear sight and swap the cover plate for an optics plate to mount the compatible optic of your choice.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The barrel is stainless steel and 4.09\u2033 long with a 20-degree flush-cut deep crown. It\u2019s also been fluted to reduce the overall weight of the platform. The KDS9C barrel also has a loaded chamber indicator and is ramped for feeding. During my testing, I found that the KDS9C would feed and function with every bullet design that I used, including truncated cone, hollowpoint, FMJ, flat nose, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2530-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A closer look at the Kimber KDS9C muzzle of a handgun.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here\u2019s a closer look at the muzzle of the KDS9C. After all the rounds I\u2019ve put through it, there\u2019s a bit of carbon buildup on the crown of the barrel.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-kimber-kds9c-frame-and-dimensions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kimber KDS9C Frame and Dimensions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The frame on the KDS9C is 7075 aluminum and is painted black with Cerakote. The slide has a slightly different, stainless steel construction with the same KimPro Black coating. The KDS9C is offered in this black version as well as stainless. You\u2019ll find front and rear cocking serrations on the slide, which I like on a carry gun. The overall dimensions of this gun are 5.35\u2033 in height, 7.75\u2033 in length, and 1.33\u2033 wide with an unloaded weight of 25.3 ounces. You\u2019ll also find a reversible magazine release to accommodate a right or left-handed shooter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2499-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A disassembled Kimber KDS9C is displayed on a grey velvet mat.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The KDS9C field stripped shows some of the hidden details of this handgun.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The KDS9C comes in a soft-carry case that would be great for transporting the gun to the range. It has one main compartment that holds the gun, another that holds magazines (the KDS9C comes standard with 2 mags), and several other compartments for holding cleaning tools and other items. This gun comes in 10-round compliant, 15-round standard capacity, black or stainless, and any combination thereof. All versions of the KDS9C have an MSRP of $1,495.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2523-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A black Kimber KDS9C handgun leans up against a soft carry-case with bullets scattered on the table next to them.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This pistol comes with a nice soft case for storage and organization and two magazines.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-kimber-kds9c-magazines\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kimber KDS9C Magazines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know the basics of what the Kimber KDS9C is, let\u2019s go over the whole gun in a bit more detail. Earlier, I called this handgun \u201c2011-esque\u201d when the only similarity that the KDS9C shares with the 2011 is that it shares the same construction and mechanics as a 1911, but features a double-stacked magazine. But wait, the KDS9C does not use the same magazines as the 2011. I tried. Instead, it uses a slightly narrower, proprietary magazine that Kimber sells here at their accessory shop and they will cost you anywhere from $50 to $65 each, depending on which capacity you want. At first, I assumed that this narrower magazine would yield a narrower grip, which would be desirable since this is marketed to be a carry gun. However, both of the 2011s that I own have a marginally narrower grip than the KDS9C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2524-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Four Kimber KDS9C magazines are laid side-by-side to compare their similarities.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Here are two 2011 magazines (outside) next to the Kimber KDS9C magazines (inside 2). You can see that they are very different. Even thought he KDS9C looks like a 2011, it isn\u2019t.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-kds9c-trigger\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">KDS9C Trigger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The trigger on the KDS9C is advertised to have a 3.5-4.5 pound pull weight. I like this range for a carry gun because it provides the shooter with good control while still being conducive to precision and speed. The trigger on my KDS9C (measured after tons of dry-firing practice and range time), came in at 3.25 pounds as measured by a Wheeler Trigger Pull Scale. Overall, I really like the trigger on this gun. As can be expected from any handgun that shares 1911 design inspiration, the trigger is crisp and light with a very short reset. There is very little takeup, followed by zero creep and a crisp 3.25-pound break. The trigger shoe is curved and radiused and is positioned well for my medium-sized hands. <br \/><br \/>Compared to John Browning\u2019s single-action handguns, namely the Model 1911 and, the short and crisp trigger pull of the KDS9c was a welcome change from many of the squishy striker-fired triggers. The ability to carry the gun cocked-and-locked is a virtue as well; disengaging that thumb safety lever becomes a subconscious part of bringing the gun on target.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2528-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"A close look at the trigger on a black Kimber KDS9C handgun.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The trigger on the KDS9C is a curved, radiused shoe and mine breaks at a clean 3.25 pounds.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-kimber-kds9c-accuracy-test\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kimber KDS9C Accuracy Test<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The accuracy testing that I performed with the KDS9C was done with iron sights. I shot many different ammunition types at a distance of 10 yards in 5-shot groupings. However, the MagTech ammo was shot at a distance of 15 yards for no reason except I forgot to move the target closer at the beginning. As you\u2019ll see, I tested many defensive ammunition offerings as well as some range-type ammo. These included Blazer, Winchester, MagTech, Federal, Remington, and Norma offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the ammo was provided by the manufacturer for this gun review, while some were also provided by Ammo To Go, whom I\u2019d like to thank because it is currently hard to get enough ammo for these tests. Overall, the KDS9C grouped well in my accuracy test, which Kimber might attribute to Kimber\u2019s \u201cproprietary bore sizing process,\u201d as they state on their webpage. You\u2019ll find pictures of the ammunition and groupings below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-kds9c-ammo-and-groupings\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">KDS9C Ammo And Groupings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_7F8229E0-BC4F-4C4C-819B-DB2977C725F6-7361-00000682E731232D-1024x761.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group of shots.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MagTech Steel Case 115 grain shot a 1.87\u2033 group at 15 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_B97FA376-FAEA-496C-BE4B-49502960F659-7342-000006818C33800B-1024x763.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group of shots.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blazer 115 grain FMJ shot a 1.99\u2033 group at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_9D27D55B-86ED-4A97-9DA3-88E63EE6158B-7342-000006821EB87C11-1024x766.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group of shots.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Blazer 147 grain FMJ shot a 5.06\u2033 group at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_74033739-8719-4434-BC92-B09FAF108F4A-7342-00000680F6A70835-1024x763.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group of shots.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Federal Punch 124 grain shot a 2.57\u2033 group at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_40A75EAE-A0C6-4E43-9F5E-EB6E771FA65E-7342-000006807A977A32-1024x766.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group of shots.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Remington 124 grain Golden Saber shot a 2.27\u2033 group at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_3764651B-28BE-4236-B639-AF33D4A2C588-7342-0000067FFBD64F08-1024x763.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Norma Range and Training Frangible 65 grain shot 2.46\u2033 at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_C9148795-4E1B-43A9-A48D-572C6585F3E8-7342-0000067F53404A7E-1024x766.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Winchester USA Ready 124 grain shot 1.66\u2033 at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_9EF7F9B1-8492-4FA9-9E4C-6C140AFC1460-7342-0000067EB508EBDA-1024x766.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group of shots.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Norma Hexagon 124 grain shot 1.42\u2033 at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image_cropper_CA3EE84B-BEC1-4BE0-8EFD-7C4A8723669E-7342-0000067E1AE0C43A-1024x758.jpeg\" alt=\"A paper target displays a 5 round group of shots.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Norma MHP 108 grain shot 2.49\u2033 at 10 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-the-kds9c-final-thoughts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The KDS9C Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Overall, my experience with the KDS9C was a good one. I did have an issue when I first received the gun where the magazine would fall out after firing a few rounds. I ended up returning the gun to Kimber for some warranty work and they had it fixed and put it back in my hands within a few days. Since the repair, it has run without problems for me. Another thought I had about the KDS9C was that I\u2019d prefer if the gun had an accessory rail: well, now they offer a model with an accessory rail, aptly named the KDS9C Rail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The magazine release is reversible so this gun can be configured to be ergonomic for both right and left-handed shooters. But, the safety is only on the left side of the gun and is not reversible. This only serves right-handed shooters and I think, following in the steps of the mag release, an ambidextrous safety would have made more sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2527-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Closeup of the back of a Kimber KDS9C handgun.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This pistol has a reversible magazine release, but the safety is not ambidextrous.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-pros-and-cons-of-the-kimber-kds9c\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pros and Cons of the Kimber KDS9C<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019m quite frustrated with the fact that Kimber chose to use a proprietary magazine instead of going with a 2011 magazine for the KDS9C. This would open up more options to the owners of this gun, and I don\u2019t see any advantage of the slimmer mag that they use. As mentioned, the grip on the KDS9C is slightly wider than the grip on both of my 2011s. Unless the advantage is obvious, I don\u2019t ever like to see a platform using a proprietary magazine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But that is where my petty complaints stop. After the warranty fix, the Kimber KDS9C proved reliable and accurate for me, with no feeding issues or malfunctions. The recoil was what one would expect from a handgun in this weight range, very manageable, making shooting accurate groups very easy and enjoyable. The trigger is excellent. The KDS9c\u2019s accuracy was impressive, and I found it to be a pleasure to shoot with consistent precision. Overall, I would have no hesitations about relying on this handgun for defensive purposes. And having the capability to mount RMSC or Holosun K footprint optics is a big plus. Also, the KDS9C does not have a grip safety, which is my preference. This is a good choice for a gun that is designed to be used in high-stress situations where you may not have a proper grip on the gun when you need it to go off. In the end, the KDS9c has earned my respect and I would depend on it to save my life if it came down to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/IMG_2531-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"Another view of a black Kimber KDS9C handgun.\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Another angle of the KDS9C.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-faq\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-is-the-kimber-kds9c-a-2011\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Kimber KDS9c a 2011?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not exactly. 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