Kimber Solo

[Zundfolge]

Anyone got their hands on one of these (http://www.kimberamerica.com/solo) yet?

http://www.kimberamerica.com/images/solo/hero.png

I find the piece evocative of the Colt 1908 (which I've always wanted in 9x19).

Too bad you can't get them in glossy blue.

[hollohas]

I hadn't seen that yet. Looks interesting. I love my Ultra Carry.

[Mazin]

Think I just got a chubby....Have been wanting a micro for awhile now, wonder if any shops have them in so I could check it out. Looks like it would be a good B.U.G

[DeusExMachina]

Its official. Pocket 9mms are this years "thing".

[sniper7]

that thing is sweet!

[steveopia]

that thing is sweet!

X2!!

[2008f450]

Im usually not a 9mm fan but this one looks like it might make its way into the safe.[Beer]

[funkfool]

Wonder what retail is...

[theGinsue]

Curious about that too. THe MSRP on both the Kimber Solo and the Kimber Solo Stainless is $725. Would expect retail to be about $50 cheaper.

[68Charger]

it's tiny (about the size of .380 pocket pistols), but a bit wide for a single stack:
3.9" high
5.5" long
1.2" wide (in comparison, PF-9 is .88" wide)

also notable: 7# trigger on single-action striker fired
heavy trigger for a single action- says "factory setting", implying it could be improved.

I like it, very small & light for a non-polymer
I find it funny that both stainless & standard versions are stainless barrel & slide, aluminum frame... the only difference between the models is the color of the frame

[Zundfolge]

Wonder what retail is...

There are currently 3 of them on Gunbroker hovering around $700

[SideShow Bob]

( In a heavy Germanic accent: ) VERY INTERESTING !
Now I wish I didn't spend so much for the P 238s and .380 ammo.
The only thing I don't like about the Solo is the internal striker, I would prefer a external hammer, but that is just me.

[Mazin]

( In a heavy Germanic accent: ) VERY INTERESTING !
Now I wish I didn't spend so much for the P 238s and .380 ammo.
The only thing I don't like about the Solo is the internal striker, I would prefer a external hammer, but that is just me.


LOL yep just got the wifes p238, she see's this and I get to laugh HAHAHAHAHAHAHA its mine.

She will still get it in the end though after all "all the guns are hers she just lets me borrow them".

[funkfool]

She will still get it in the end though after all "all the guns are hers she just lets me borrow them".

Must resist... Not going there...

[theGinsue]

Good choice funkfool.... that one was just too easy.

[steveopia]

I'd really like to handle one of these. It looks as if it'll be a pinky dangler without a mag extension which is something that I just couldn't get used to with the Kahr PM9 I had. However, the Solo is .300" wider than the PM9 so I'm wondering if it'll feel more "natural" to me.

[funkfool]

I'd definitely like to put a few rounds downrange on one if anyone came across one.
(I hate Droid typing!)

[Daniel_187]

I was about to buy the Walther PPS but damn, looking at the price of it, for what it is and the price of extra mags was too steep for me. Then the ruger came out and am kinda set on it, this Kimber looks cool but still up there in price and am sure the mags are going to be pricy.

[Beefy]

I have been trying to find one of these and nobody locally has one in stock that they will sell. If anyone finds one, please let me know!

[funkfool]

Its official. Pocket 9mms are this years "thing".
Hope next years "thing' is SBR .50 cals...
[LOL]

[cebeu]

Wealth of Solo threads (and details) on the Kimber forum at 1911forum.com: http://forums.1911forum.com/forumdisplay.php?f=27

My worthless 2c, generally good reviews to-date but I personally have zero interest.

[Beefy]

I'm just trying to find one for sale locally.... [Coffee]

[Beefy]

Or anywhere at a reasonable price for that matter....

[Limited GM]

Theres a local place that has one to fondle and taking orders at $650. Not sure the name of the place; indoor range on 14 just west of 25 in ft. Collins.

Rocky MTN something?

I could do without the ambi mag release. Same for the ambi safety.

[Beefy]

Theres a local place that has one to fondle and taking orders at $650. Not sure the name of the place; indoor range on 14 just west of 25 in ft. Collins.

Rocky MTN something?

I could do without the ambi mag release. Same for the ambi safety.

Yea, Rocky Mountain Shooter's Supply. I called them the other day. Their price is good, but I'm hoping to find somewhere that has them in stock to sell. [Bang]