Cristina's First Gun Revealed...Damn I'm Jealous!

[@InfiniteTechServices]

So many people saying, "why not this...why not that." well let me answer you. Its because that's what she wanted. HER choice, HER opinion, not yours.

[@BrendanTheGent]

way too many rude comments, its her choice and I wish her the best of luck. glad she enjoys it

[@57HarleyDavidson]

How is it Unreliable?

[@57HarleyDavidson]

ogarzabello The only thing I don't like about the 1911's is the Grip Safety,

[@BrendanTheGent]

+ogarzabello i understand but basically by putting it down you are putting her down since she loves it. now me and you both agree about kimber. but i would just stay positive out of respect for her choice.

[@BrendanTheGent]

+ogarzabello not pc, just respect. but yeah i see your point. truth hurts, but better ways to do it. i wish kimber would make a better product..

[@BrendanTheGent]

+ogarzabello alot of work for a thousand dollar firearm. i wanted 1 of those small Browning 1911's until i found that its all plastic inside..

[@BirdShotIV]

You guys rock, congrats to Christina!

[@BirdShotIV]

oh, and great choice on a 9mm 1911!

[@ThatFatKidVince]

⬆⬆Y'all hear this guy right here?⬆⬆ Be like this guy. He's a good guy.

[@ten4leader173]

I miss the monthly EDC updates

[@ishtamas9748]

My grandpa was in the military and he was a gun tester. He also had to count all the rounds that were shot. He shot over 3 million rounds in 2 years.

[@DevReaper]

It's not that bad when they give you the ammo to shoot, lol

[@SteenSpinal4LIFE]

You realize that the military doesn't buy their ammo at Walmart right?

[@justinotherbrony]

...ok...

[@tronclay]

They still have to pay for it regardless. Im sure the government gets a "Don't you love your country?? Accommodate US!!!" rice break but its still a lot of money.

[@infringinator]

my grandpa worked at a store he owned. He paid taxes on 3 million rounds thanks to your jerk of a grandaddy

[@legoman07219]

I just bought a set of Big Dots for my M&P, and I love them so far! I needed some expert assistance for the installation, but I really like the sights. I think they're a great choice.

[@BreakingMoto]

friends don't let friends buy kimbers

[@TheSquishey]

Right? lol

[@tackleberry5402]

this

[@MrSlicer2424]

lol Nice Jamomatic.

[@homerunner7772]

No worries, it's his wife.

[@waxhawcreek]

Good for a range gun

[@leroyjenkins140]

"She's between me and the door so I can use her as a shield while I grab the gun" xD that's hilarious

[@JoeDurobot]

*I hope she knows how to fix malfunctions!*

[@cutlerylover]

she sure does :)

[@JoeDurobot]

cutlerylover Good Jeff! Is she also carrying or is it just for home defense?

[@cutlerylover]

she will carry it once shes got 500 rds through it and she gets her conceal carry permit

[@krazy45cat]

Congrats !!! Very nice choice for your wife . I would stick to Wilson Combat for mags . I would keep the 3 mags you have for the range and get a few Wilson mags for carry . The best pricing I've found is from brownells . I still own 4 Kimbers and only use Wilson Combat mags.

[@cutlerylover]

Thanks she read the same but has not found them in stock anywhere yet...we have also been looking for chip McCormicks too with no luck, these 8rd 9mm mags are hard as hell to find...anyone reading who has them Im still looking for trades...

[@Slinky108]

Awesome piece! Just make sure she practices plenty manipulating that safety upon drawing! I'm sure you know this already. My wife also carries a single action 9mm (P-938 Sig which is also an awesome choice) If I'm not mistaken, I think Kimber requires 2000 rds break-in before they'll even take it back for functioning issues.

[@Fuzzy2u]

Nice buy Jeff. When ever you downsize a 1911 you will have shorter recoil spring life. Buy at least 2 extra sets of recoil springs and keep track of round count.

[@charliewildrick-cole5196]

Nice man, that's awesome... Please make a video on gravity knives!

[@Winston_Smith_84]

Nice! Up here in Maine we call it a Kim-bah!

[@jsm136]

Nice looking gun. My wife carries a Sig P238 in .380. It has been flawless with over a 1000 rounds. Compact and light.

[@usMarinecuv902]

The purist in me doesn't like the the idea of a 9 mm 1911 but more rounds is better than no rounds.

[@Crlarl]

Jules from _Pulp Fiction_ had a Star Model B which led to the line, "...Mister nine-millimeter here..."

[@gmg921]

only because 9mm blanks jammed less then 45 back then

[@banjoman5000]

The purest in me doesn't like the sound of a 1911 in anything other that .38 super.... But considering ammo for that isn't exactly on the shelf at Walmart, than its up to the individual to decide what is best for them as long as whatever they choose is reliable.

[@nono-xw6qd]

+Civil War Medic dude, I'm the largest 38 super fan, but not a 45? Purest 1911's can be in 45 ACP too.

[@TheSquishey]

Kimbers are fucking garbage. They are overpriced. Shoulda got an RIA or a springfield for a lot less money.

[@tuck234]

But he got this, because his wife wanted it. People make different choices.

[@pickledbologna]

Kimber is one of the better 1911s (if you like outdated technology with limited capacity) Springfield sucks at least the XD series. I personally like the S&W M&P series. To each their own

[@connornelson360]

That's like, your opinion, man

[@TheSquishey]

pickledbologna I'm not talking about the XD series, I'm talking 1911s. Kimbers are trash.

[@connornelson360]

+pickledbologna no problem. My first handgun was a kimber, came in handy 2 weeks later when someone attempted to break into my house. I don't know if the gun scared them off, but that kimber is mine until I die

[@shanemccann6441]

almost 400k subs! couldnt be happier, this channel is awesome

[@Two_Bravo]

There is a reason that Rob Pincus says that if a compact 1911 can make it through one of his classes without a malfunction, that he will pay for the class. That challenge has been out there for years and NONE, not ONE have survived.

[@nono-xw6qd]

It's just a new old stock Kimber mag, Kimber had changed production a lot over the years, and I have a bunch of their 45 mags that look like everything from the gloss one, to the stonewashed one, and even some really old brushed ones.

[@JenniferinIllinois]

Congratulations Christina! I know nothing of Kimbers, other than what I've seen on YT, so I have no opinions. The magazine is probably just a design change. Not sure who makes Kimber's magazines but I know my CZ 75 magazines show differences. Wouldn't worry about it, as long as the magazines function properly.

[@oregonborn8917]

I have a Kimber and I put over 3,000 rounds through it and had one stove pipe and that's it. I love mine and carried it for 3 years. I did give it to my Dad for Father's day.

[@charlespitts8342]

Jeff would you plz do a review on the bat flashlight from Walmart it retails for about 15$

[@MicahBinns314]

I have one, its dope

[@TheSleepy1326]

+Micah Binns How many lumens?

[@klively9390]

+Deadly_airsoft1 wwwwaaaaaahhhhhh??? I need to check that out. It's called the bat flashlight?

[@sae1095hc]

Wouldn't be surprised if you traded in the M9 for a 45 Ultra Carry in a few months, the M9 is a big gun for CCW.

[@cutlerylover]

I dont mind the size or weight, if I dont carry it or stop carrying it I would still keep it though

[@alexcronin41]

Niiiiiceeee! After looking at this beauty I will vote for Tramp for sure!

[@SetthehookFishing]

I just bought my first gun off gunsamerica too. Worked out great! corrections trade in S&W model 64 for $340, my new favorite gun. Addicted to shooting it in single action at ar500 plates.

[@MrFreefonix420]

This is meant as a cocked and locked gun and when you take the gun out the right thumb rides on the safety and disengages it in a thumbs forward grip

[@robertbarber7343]

I carried a shield 9mm for a while but wanted a gun that pleased me more aesthetically and I was looking at this gun for a while so I bought the exact same gun a few weeks ago had a custom leather holster made for it only mine is chambered in 45 Acp. it isn't bad at all with the cheap stuff but it definitely is noticeable with hornady critical duty ! But I LOVE THIS GUN, and I added a crimson trace grip that is also wood and are beautiful as well I purchased them on amazon for about 300 bux !

[@sherman614]

Wow that is a beautiful Kimber! She has great taste man. I have a full sized Kimber 1911 in the same kind of configuration, brushed stainless and rosewood grips. I will say the bead blasting will get rust spotting if you carry it on the body all the time. Nothing a little Flitz won't cure though ;)

[@makshima8545]

Short answer: Contact someone like Midway and ask them. It's a compact 1911 in 9mm. 1911's are like the model T's of pistols, except 9mm isn't as popular a caliber and this format (Officer size) increases the scarcity. That being said, several manufacturers (Colt included) make or made 1911 guns in 9mm. I think Colt's current offering is the new Agent. Been a while since I read up on these, but back in the day, Colt had several compact 1911, like the Officer and Commander. I believe the Ultra Carry II is based on the Officer's frame. I'd look for magazines compatible with Colt Officer in 9mm. I think Springfield Armory also made a 9mm Officer framed model. I'd consider installing bumper pads for 2 reasons. First, they help seat the magazine more firmly, especially under pressure. Secondly, they help to protect the magazine if you eject them to the ground during run and gun drills, etc..

[@jamesgarrick4848]

As far as holsters go, check out the urban carry. It's a pretty good concealed option.

[@majormassenspektrometer]

Who would want to counterfeit Kimber Products? The stonewash magazine was just made at a different time with different stampings. Companies do little changes all the time and I doubt Kimber magazines are worth more than from any other manufacturer. I never owned a Kimber but from what I've seen on YT alone makes me want to stay far away from their overpriced products. I would have bought a genuine Colt instead.

[@cutlerylover]

its a question of counterfeit mags in general not saying a specific type is faked and others arent but I have seen $5 counterfeit knives that the real ones cost $20, lol thats why I asked, it just seems like it was less quality than the other one even the spring made noise...

[@dominicmartinez4448]

Do an updated gun collection please!!!!

[@TehDFC]

Nice choice. Thanks for the vid CutLov.

[@spikethedog6901]

Just shot my kimber classic carry pro today for the first time and loved it!!!!!

[@harryemmott8597]

Its possible that that mag was an NOS find in a warehouse somewhere.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Sweet gun, for sure. I like the wood grips on this model. Tomorrow I pick up my first Kimber, the Stainless Target II in 10mm. I think they sport similar finishes but the TII comes with the rubber grips, and they do feel nice in hand. I may upgrade the sights to some Heinie Slant Pro Straight 8's, thats about it except for more magazines. I bought a relatively inexpensive magazine from Brownell's (Which I believe is their own brand, not sure if they manufacture it) and it seems like a quality mag but I'll test it and see.

[@McCormicMusicStudios]

For a holster that is comfortable and easy to carry I suggest the alien gear cloak tuck 3

[@joesmoe1389]

Hey cutlery I carried same model kimber in .45 when I worked gang your correct about the mags. They had changed suppliers around 04 so you probably had gotten a package second that was on shelf from original outsourced mag supplier. I don't have holster but highly recommend the horse hide crossbreed it will mold to the gun a lot better in the long term and really retain the finish. It's also very comfortable once you get it broken in and formed. Carried it for 3 1/12 years.

[@raygunracer8491]

I own a Kimber ultra carry 2 and a Kimber stainless Eclipse ultra carry, both are awsome never had a feed problem or a stove pipe, your wife has good taste. However both of mine are in 45 acp. In stainless recoil is very low in alloy frame just a bit snappier, hale to the new Kimber fan. CONGRATS ON YOUR PURCHASE!!!!!!!

[@patrickg9054]

Pretty gun! Congrats to Christina and good luck to her in shooting / carrying it.

[@BBDragon66]

Nice choice!! I have the same but in 45 acp and don't have a bad thing to say about Kimber. Never had a stovepipe yet, and only had 2 incidental lockbacks when I first shot it with bad thumb positioning touching the slide stop. Let her enjoy her firearm superiority for a while before you break down and get one ;-). There are tons of reasons to get a gun, but if you love the one you get, it's always the right choice.

[@ScuffedEngineer]

I tried to keep track of my rounds through my Wilson Combat 92G Brig Tac and have totally failed to keep it like you are doing. I was able to do that for one trip to the range and now it's close estimates of just round count. Not ammo mfg, weight and how many. Idk how people do it, I guess I'd have to have a notepad in my range bag.

[@drewbyronmeadows2208]

I have an old ultra CDP, best IWB holster i have found is Galco's Royal Guard II. I have carried my Kimber in one for about 5 years now, great holster. Nice looking handgun. If you can find the Wilson Combat mags, they will be a lot more reliable in the long run, not sure they make em in 9mm, I have about 15 compact ones in 45., no problems

[@stevesgunsgear8490]

I got a very tight grouping over the bullseye area from 20 feet using a colt 1911.

[@Thunderbolt22A10]

Bravo Concealment can make one for her for a reasonable price, they also have a holster for your beretta

[@jakeradmacher8306]

There is an amazing mpty shell in there when you said its not loaded

[@lukecollins5606]

I've put about 1000 rounds through mine. It doesn't seem to like Winchester ,but my buddy has the same gun and it feeds fine through his. May want to test that out

[@wayned5872]

correction ...Ed's sport shop in Tamaqua Pa. BTW,they do have a web site. also look at MEPRO SITES they are a,sister company of KIMBER

[@mwdunn85]

good for you guys. everyone who can do so legally should carry. and ive got an m9 w/ nearly 38200 rnds w/out any failures.

[@larryhicks439]

I have the same gun, promag makes the replacement mags and you can pick them up at Academy sports for 19.95.

[@KayhoticGames]

first gun i purchased was a thompson with a nice big ol drum mag

[@he1lr1ser]

mine did not like 115 bulk stuff or 115 critdef even after the 500rd mark, ran perfect with 147 hst. went with trij HD.

[@Agendaman2]

Also any G Code holsters would be good for an IWB holster :)

[@mikedifeo8344]

Nice looking piece. Wish her lots of luck with it. Kimbers can be great and they can be tricky. If she gets a good one, she'll love it. I got to say though I'll take the Beretta over it.

[@balisongtipstricksandrevie4215]

Hi Jeff love you vids keep up the good work

[@Haertig32]

The urban carry inside the waist band looks pretty nice

[@lumspond]

Good luck to your wife Jeff! She might enjoy reading "Emily gets her gun" by the Washington journalist Emily Miller. That mag looks like old stock to me, but I'm not a Kimber expert.

[@ericbeggs3000]

Number is a damn good firearm. I've only shot the 1911's in .45 A.C.P. though.

[@Cheeseypoofs85]

nice. i had the exact same gun. loved it... never jammed once. only thing i did was add night sights

[@Cheeseypoofs85]

well mine was the first gen .45

[@jaypost7534]

Try out keyhole holsters they make great holsters and have a ton of options to choose from

[@DitchDr101]

Kimpro mags work good and Wilson combats are top of the line. Take a look at Metgar mags. They are about half the price of other brands and are like tanks. They make em for your beretta too. Hope you are well buddy

[@kylesundell1554]

I would think the colt mustang or a p938 or p238,glock 42 or maybe g26 g43 but I would trade my g19 with a straight tl4 laser and light fully polished internals for that.PLUS I WANT BIG DOTS TOO SOO WEIRD GREAT TASTE.

[@Zelrick42]

Awesome gun Christina. Enjoy it and be sure to remind Jeff often, that you have the jewel, while he's down here in the real world with the rest of us. ;-)

[@enothia329]

best holster you can get N82 "nate squared" tactical get the pro model with the polycarbonate shell super comfortable iwb for my full size 1911 so should be good for the ultra carry

[@wak133]

Hey Jeff, I just got a Vedder Holster Lighttuck for my glock 26. I would recommend this holster because of its low profile, adjustable cant in either direction, as well as 3 different carry positions (high,medium,low). This is my second holster and I love it. My first was the Galco Kingtuck and that felt like I was wearing a beseball glove down here in Florida. They make the Vedder Holster for all different guns and im sure they make it for the kimber. Just my 2c

[@MrAndrewmcgibbon]

i dont know if I want a kimber, Maybe, I don't want an aluminum frame. it wont be a carry gun so Steel is a better option in 45acp. extra weight will dampen recoil. but i have wanted a compact 1911 for a long time. RIA has one with features i like. I might have to hit the gun stores this weekend. See whats available.

[@JT-fo1uw]

So true as far as trigger time prior to purchase - bought a solo carry loved the feel of it but she's a fancy one my woman is less expensive plus P 124 or won't cycle - worst impulse purchase I've made. Every other Kimber nothin but greatness

[@mxm190]

awesome looking gun bro, kimber is top notch

[@survivor-3572]

well for a nightstand guns it's probably great but, for carry probably won't be carried much too heavy too big. My sis bought a 1911 for carry because that what she likes ,but it was always left at home .I let her try my bodyguard 380 and it's been a year and a half and I haven't got it back and she always armed.And she also a pretty good shot with it.

[@wc541]

XS big dot sights are harder to shoot accurately. Do not get them.

[@Bubnazty]

Hi Jeff! not to nitpick but I think you meant 38 super not 38 special when talking about 1911s in other calibers. I'm not aware of any 1911 designs in 38 special except maybe the Coonan with lighter springs than the 357 magnum setup. Although it differs from the 1911 design slightly. Thanks for the great videos! I hope you guys enjoy the guns. I've been wanting a Springfield range officer compact in 9mm. Very similar gun with the short grip but a slightly longer barrel than the kimber. I like the profile of the longer barrel because it looks more like a 1911 scaled down vs a stubby barrel cut down version.

[@cutlerylover]

www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2014/06/13/38-special-colt-1911/

[@Bubnazty]

You are correct, and I did see that article before I commented. But that's not a current production handgun and a rather rare one at that. It also uses specific wadcutter 38 special rounds so not really compatible with off most off the shelf ammo today. 38 super is a much more common configuration in 1911s and several manufactures still offer them.

[@davidgouin8420]

got to love the Kimbers!

[@wrathofvaughn9309]

Yeah, nothing like an overpriced paperweight...

[@davidgouin8420]

Don't cut on stuff that you can't afford.

[@KitchenOnTheLeft]

While I don't have any experience with them because I don't currently (I will eventually) own a 1911, I've never heard anything bad about wilson combat magazines. From all the research I've done, they're supposed to be the best 1911 magazines you can get.

[@NathanRyan1234]

Nice gun. Not a Kimber fan as of the newer stuff. I hear that they sold it off and the QA QC overall quality for Kimber is not good. Not sure. I shot a .10mm Kimber HG from 2001 last weekend, ran great. SS as well. Best of luck to you. I'm a CZ fan.

[@tywhite87]

shooting low and left could be a sign of to much finger on the trigger (assuming a right handed shooter). Make sure she is using the pad of her finger to pull the trigger instead of reaching through the guard and pulling with more of the middle part of her finger.

[@sparttin117john]

I used to have this gun except with black grips and chambered in .45 acp. It was a great gun and i would have kept it if i didnt have to have the money from selling it.

[@fordxbgtfalcon]

My wife carries a ruger lcr in .327 federal magnum.

[@StudentOfWarCustoms]

Very nice gun. Quick question for you though of she wanted 9mm and a 1911 why not try a hi-power? Designed in 9mm, double stack and to be carried cocked and locked like a 1911.

[@VinnyS9143101982]

Check if Wilson Combat sells sub compact 9 mags, I think they do

[@machendachen]

Gorgeous gun!!

[@Martinh1999]

When it where easier in Germany to get a gun I would buy a Coonan .357 mag 1911. I shot it once in a shooting range in Austria and I am in love with this gun.

[@DannieDecentVlogs]

Did you ever find out if that mag was a counterfeit or a older model?

[@jacobbarlow9245]

great video man

[@lilgriefofficial6627]

sup dude. love the reveal! i liked the joke on how u made her a shield. lol but dude im missing ur cigar reviews! one thing i am requesting is something from the don tomas brand. on unbox therapy's vid he smoked a don Tomas but that particular design of cigar i have never seen a review for. if anyone is going to review it i would like it to be you. hope you see this my dude

[@aljr357]

Nice I wish I could get a handgun permit in my area in Canada . If I lived almost anywhere else in Canada I would be able to get one.

[@aljr357]

+iTheGeek carrying is illegal you can own handguns in Canada for target shooting in a sanctioned gun club . When moving the gun/s to the range they have to be in a locked case and have to be brought strait to the range and back without going anywhere else.

[@sonicdash3818]

you live in PA as well? that's awesome, I live in Harrisburg

[@wayned5872]

I've never had any issue with my Kimber factory mags,for my 10mm Kimber stick with them, if ur near Tamaqua,Pa. try ..Ed's gun shop they carry mags for just about every pistol made

[@pt7941]

a sweet rig - I wish I could buy them new in MA!

[@ArtisanTony]

That is perty, a little heavy but perty :)

[@cutlerylover]

lol your comment made me laugh, thanks

[@02pwrstrk]

Id be jealous as well. I was expecting to see the Tiffany blue Micro. My wife really wants that one.

[@derrikmalott7564]

You must check out Lehigh defense ammo.

[@ogenmatic]

Magazines likely came from different Kimber vendors. Probably don't make their own. Nice gun! Great choice. Had one in .45ACP and full sized. Regret having sold it

[@burkefeaster9883]

Great looking little pistol. She definately has taste.

[@kenibnanak5554]

I see it as two different missions. No gun does all tasks well. A pillow/night stand gun has one requirement. Always work even if it has been months since last touched. Size is not a consideration. So from my perspective an N frame revolver works just fine. A carry gun however is handled much more often. There is a size consideration because you have to both carry and conceal it. So for me it would be two different guns.

[@moonrunner8791]

Kimber is trash. buy a sig p238 or a p938 smaller, cheaper and better.

[@cutlerylover]

my father had a sig and the firing pin snapped off while shooting normal loads, no thanks

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

This is bait.

[@tikkidaddy]

After you go thru the lube up break in phase...then you buy the all defensive varieties of ammo that will be necessary to assure function and reliability with that round, decent sights and maybe grip changes...guide rods, lasers if that's your thing....it's a lot of money. The glocks grip angle is a problem for some but can easily be corrected now. I hope it worked out well for her. It's a very good thing, you and I are very lucky that out wives have this attitude. Nice little gun. I am glad she didn't do 380.

[@jeffxl12]

I like it. I can't wait that long for a kimber. I buy 2 guns before I get a Kimber. I am jealous too

[@1mrmerlin]

check out alien gear for holsters... they have awesome holsters and belts

[@sullybosco1]

Jeff, on behalf of the commenters I see posting. We are not giving Cristina shit, we are hating on Kimber.

[@cutlerylover]

thanks I know