Kimber Revolver? Shot Show

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"There's absolutely nothing elegant about that Kimber & blingy does not apply."

But I want one that looks good next to my '99 Stainless Gold Match. :cool:
 
What I want to know is how many rounds does Kimber recommend to "break it in" before it is reliable? :neener:
 
Clearly it's the most talked about thing at shot show this year but contrary to others saying they are trying to cash in on their name, it's the opposite for me as I would say that is the part about it I like the least.
 
Revolver barrels are measured to the face of the forcing cone. Basically from the front of the cylinder forward
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Is there a particular reason for this? Unlike a semi auto, it seems like an inch or more of barrel length is being sacrificed, for what?
 
gun_with_a_view said:
Is there a particular reason for this? Unlike a semi auto, it seems like an inch or more of barrel length is being sacrificed, for what?
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Well, because the barrel in a revolver simply doesn't include the chamber. In a semi-auto, the barrel generally does. So measuring the barrel is going to exclude and include the chambers, respectively.

Once you understand this, it's not complicated.
 
In both gun types, you just measure the entire tube, front to rear.
Simple. :)

Some questions are unanswerable & the answer's irrelevant, even if you get one.
Denis
 
Revolver barrels are measured to the face of the forcing cone. Basically from the front of the cylinder forward
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That kinda depends. In my state, when determining minimal barrel length for hunting, the barrel length is determined by measuring from the firing pin to the end of the barrel, regardless of whether it is a revolver or a pistol. But you are correct, that manufacturers measure from the end of the forcing cone for their specs.
 
"Get it gold plated & you'd at least have "blingy"."

Ooh, good idea. And I could have both guns gold plated. The heck with BBQ guns, I'd be ready for a state dinner at the White House. And gold doesn't tarnish, so they'd be somewhat practical, too.
 
Why are the big dogs trying to torpedo this thread with goofiness? No, these new guns are not the same as your collections of vintage collector guns. To keep America armed and interested, somebody is going to need to make new guns, and it's encouraging to see some of that be revolvers..
 
Until somebody buys one or two there's nothing to do but talk about it. It passes the time when I'm not shoveling snow or chipping ice.

At one point I used the big mattock to bust up the knee-high pile of solid sleet and snow blocking the garage door. It would have been more fun to use slugs or buckshot. The cinderblock-sized chunks I picked up and tossed aside before I could shovel. Steep garage roofs should slope side to side, not front to back. :banghead: It's not my garage, but I do keep my boat in one of the other bays.
 
I'm all for it.

The more quality manufacturers building revolvers the better.
I like my Smiths and Rugers and look forward to trying out a Kimber. I'd rather see a few more expensive options rather than more Tauri, Rossi's and Charter arms.
 
What if the Kimber turns out to be better than a Smith and Wesson in terms of fit, finish, trigger pull, and quality control ?
 
What if the Kimber turns out to be better than a Smith and Wesson in terms of fit, finish, trigger pull, and quality control ?
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Kind of moot, since the word is that it has no lock system. Smith & Wesson as something to buy new is in many people's rear view mirror.
 
grter said:
What if the Kimber turns out to be better than a Smith and Wesson in terms of fit, finish, trigger pull, and quality control ?
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Then it will sell more guns of similar size and weight than Smith, and Smith will need to revamp SOME of their J frames.
 
I just wish this thing was available now. Waiting around until summer time sucks. Especially since winter is particularly substantial this year. Up to 70" of snow at my house since November 1st. I think I have serious "cabin fever".

I am seriously considering one. I prefer revolvers for CCW anyways. My current choice is a SP101. I am definitely considering this. I would prefer six shots to five. But it is still way too early to decide that. Hopefully there are some T&E guns floating around.
 
Until somebody buys one or two there's nothing to do but talk about it. It passes the time when I'm not shoveling snow or chipping ice.

At one point I used the big mattock to bust up the knee-high pile of solid sleet and snow blocking the garage door. It would have been more fun to use slugs or buckshot.
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Dammit, man; I like your style.

Meanwhile...

Okay, this new Kimber revolver is claimed to be a "clean sheet" design. Okay then. Whatever. If I can't cock the hammer for a clean SA trigger, then I want a 3" Model 60... and in fact, it's the next gun on my list.
 
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