SHOT Show 2016: New Kimber K6S Revolver

[@DCHZS]

Honesty in a gun review of a major manufacturer. Rare on yt these days.

[@beckhamhome]

A six shot .357 pocket rocket. Whats not to like about it. It's slick, rounded, small and will never jam or stove pipe.

[@spyderxtra777]

awful lot of bogus numbers and bashing going on with this gun...how about some facts for a change? kimber k6s MSRP = $899 Estimated street price ~$700 current firearm K6S most closely resembles = S&W model 640 PRO SERIES S&W 640 PRO MSRP = $839 Estimated street price ~$700 640 pro holds 5 rounds, k6S holds 6 with similar size and weight. The k6s is a premium gun with premium features at premium price and should be compared as such, comparing it to a $325 model 642 is like comparing a Lexus to a Corolla. The fluff and Buff adds value weather you like it or not. Sorry fanboys, it had to be said And for what its worth, I am not a fan of kimber, or these "premium" guns. They aren't for me and i won't be buying one, but that doesn't mean Lexus wont sell cars, or that kimber wont sell the k6s, or that either isn't worth the $$.

[@quintili1]

+spyderxtra777 I don't now why people are so hung up on the price? A $700 street price is plenty fair for this revolver.

[@spyderxtra777]

+Joseph Quintiliani I guess some people can't handle some competition with their sacred cow guns

[@cbb6278]

+Joseph Quintiliani The only reason $700 would even remotely considered fair is because of the 6 rounds. You are mainly paying for the name

[@Mike-4547]

Mand'alor Saw it at the store grip was good for me and the trigger is much better than my 642 J-frame ( that I do like and carry). I'll probably be buying the Kimber because of the 6 rounds . Shot 10 rounds of 357 out of a Ruger SP101 wasn't that bad if this Kimber has the same type of recoil it's mine.

[@Mike-4547]

spyderxtra777 Absolutely right most guys that are bashing it is because they can't afford it. One guy commented that he can guy a few High Points with that money so that says it all.

[@relevation0]

So many negative comments on here, whats up with u guys? Wait til you actually get your hands on one. I work at a gun shop, we finally got one of these in and it delivers. Its a great gun with an AWESOME trigger out of the box. Cheer up and remember, you get what you pay for.

[@Timsimon11]

I've fondled one. It feels great in the hand, quality construction, but I went ahead and bought a Smith for 300 dollars less. Still feels great in the hand, quality construction, but I'll admit, I only have 5 rounds instead of 6.

[@boostimalaka1]

If you compare the fit and finish to a Colt, S&W or Ruger, the Kimber has them beat. If you shop around you can find a K6S for around $600-$700 range. Kimber K6S is a wonderful revolver it's about the same size of a j frame revolver with 6 shots of .357 Magnum. The K6S has probably the best double action triggers on the market.

[@MnS101]

I bought this revolver last week. I've enjoyed it so far. So far it's seen 50 158 grain .357s and 50 130 grain 38 specials. It performed flawlessly. I paid $790 for it and it's worth every penny.

[@GunnyZneedsbeer]

Kimber must be full of "Yes men". They produce a 357 with a squared off grip that digs into the webbing of your hand. Nobody at their factory made a note of this? Individuals who shoot on a regular basis are commenting on this. What is the average shooter going to say? Poor rush to execution Kimber...Gunny Z.

[@fadedflage]

Dude exactly, as soon as I saw it thats what I thought

[@diavel4534]

CRAP! Sorry everyone. I was typing that comment for a different video. It ended as I was typing and my "Watch Later" list automatically started the next video in line. So when I posted it, it landed here instead of where it was intended. 8888, great videos. Keep up the good work.

[@gonzalobarrientos8364]

you know...you know...you know....yo...

[@channelcatchaser9426]

exactly

[@DisgDizzy]

Can't not hear it now.

[@rokkinjohann]

You stole my comment!!

[@ZASurvivalist]

Waste of $1200+, could buy a used M1A, a couple cheap 1911s, a whole boat load of hipoints..haha. Or just two S&W (or more) revolvers for the kimbers price.

[@ShaDOWDoG667]

is it really that much?

[@AcidbrainwashEffect]

+ZA_Survivalist Just buy a S&W640 1 less round but half the price And, Buy a Winchester Shotgun and 2000 Rounds each, and still have enough cash left over for prepper food for 3 months.

[@gman77gas]

+ZA_Survivalist .....Its for the KIMBER-HALICS ....buy a Smith or a Ruger with a proven track record for far less and know you would have a big market for resale....and get your money back.

[@spyderxtra777]

+AnotherBoringWeek the fit and finish on the kimber is closer to the 640 pro series, which is priced virtually the same....for one less round. And the shotgun with 4k rounds of ammo and food for 3 months comment is completely bogus and you know it.

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

msrp is only 899

[@mrbillguy]

He gives Kimber free press and they don't even take the security cable off first. Classy.

[@gjg5789]

Glad to see Kimber taking a risk. Wish more companies would do that.

[@chrism5086]

I don't really know what I saw here that would inspire me to spend twice as much for it over a ruger LCR.

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Thanks for giving us a nice look Eric.

[@02pwrstrk]

Why al of the hate? Kimber comes with a premium, and you are getting premium. all of their 1911's look exactly like every other 1911. Unless you get extra serrations and grips, on the outside it is exactly like every other 1911. look closer... Kimber has great detail. it counts when it works repeatedly. it counts when quality in manufacturing produces one of the best straight off the shelf reliable guns. this ReEvolver is no different. It may look like someone reached into a grab bag of revolvers and put what they liked best about each gun and put one together, but i bet you it works. I bet you it locks up better than ANY taurus. I bet you it is designed to function just as well, if not better, than all of the other top shelf revolvers. i bet you these will fly off of the shelves. I bet you most of the hate will come from someones nephews cousins great uncles wives dorm room mates daughters old boyfriend that said he SAW someone shoot it at an event and wasn't able to get close enough to it to actually see it, but he thought is sucked. as of RIGHT now, only two videos are up on people shooting it, so none of the haters have anything to go on, but you are still hating. keep following the herd fellows.

[@02pwrstrk]

+Rheal Dingus "+02pwrstrk How about instead of comparing it to a Taurus you compare it to an actually good revolver?" exactly! you have to compare it to an actual good revolver, proving you know its at least as good as a good revolver.

[@02pwrstrk]

+bottomlands I'm not 'hurt at all. i just see all the hate before there is anything to hate. people regurgitating what they have seen and heard. as soon as a good hard review (by anyone besides +theyankemarshal) comes out, nobody has any idea about this gun except for its looks.

[@theilluminati7552]

+02pwrstrk IMHO, the only premium here is a premium NAME. You're paying Kimber prices for a Kimber pistol. It's like the "premium" difference between a pair of Nike Jordans vs NewBalance shoes. I'm just not a Kimber fan. Even their 1911s, which I have shot with friends, I still prefer my Rock Island 1911 instead for half the price. ymmv

[@quintili1]

+Rheal Dingus How is it twice as much as a comparable S&W? The one to compare would be the S&W 640 Pro, which has an MSRP of $839. The Kimber has an MSRP of $899 and you get an extra round in it. I don't really see any comparable S&W .357 that's half the price.

[@02pwrstrk]

+indytbird The same has to be asked about a S&W then. What is premium about a S&W beings S&W is the only other company that the kimber is being benchmarked against? I am not in love with Kimber, I shoot Kimber and believe in Kimber and their products. My problem is people bad mouthing a product that they don't have any idea about. It started out with "rumors" of msrp of $1200, then Shot Show announced the actual price. now, comparatively, it is as premium as a 6 shot S&W snub nose in the same price range. on another note, why would you mention the Ruger SP101? It's not the same gun. the SP101 is a double action, 5 shot (unless you are talking about a .22lr). The Kimber on the other hand is a 6 shot designed for concealed carry. It's not the love for Kimber that i am defending, it's the uninformed haters that are getting on my nerves. P.S. I own a Ruger SP101 4.5" .357 and love it as well.

[@martywilkinson6722]

Thanks for the video Eric. Sounds like The Yankee Marshall isn't the only one disappointed with this revolver.

[@lifeandThings]

Thanks for sharing this! We finally have a video on-hands overview of this gun! :)

[@dragonesquire]

Great review Eric. Key point appears to be the 6 round capacity when compared to competitors. Thanks!

[@TurkishChubs]

Hey, This IS very innovative! Kimber made the first revolver that will jam.

[@j_thom]

Nice touch with the recessed cylinder. I assume that moonclips will not be a viable option.

[@WetaMantis]

Super quick and honest review!

[@Swordmaninexile]

My concern is with Kimber Stainless steel. With 1911 frame and slide seen a lots of rust. Even mind.

[@tireballastserviceofflorid7771]

In the machining world the "bevel" is called a chamfer. It has a chamfered edge.Great looking pistol!

[@cliffdenny5680]

I like this new revolver! I hope it is one of a series of revolvers in Kimber's lineup.

[@submanusn3692]

I like the recessed cylinder, but those chambers look way too thin near the exterior of the cylinder. That could just be a camera artifact, though. Any thoughts on that, Eric?

[@quintili1]

+SubMan USN They definitely look very thin.

[@GarnetGoldGunner]

A six shot, stainless revolver! What a game changer! Leave it to Kimber to give everyone a run for their money!

[@kesselster]

Okay, so Kimber took a Smith and Wesson 640, added another chamber, and took a Ruger .357 barrel, and stuck it on a revolver frame. Excellent.

[@phoff5850]

Whoa, it is clearly much more than that. They also included a Ruger cylinder release lol

[@farmerdude3578]

I hope they toke that dam warning writing off the barrel.

[@swampyankee4612]

+Patrick Hoffmann Other than having an extra round this Kimber reminds me of my 27 year old Ruger SP101 with a Hogue mono-grip.

[@NeptuneBluez]

I like it. The frame appears to be designed after the Manurhin MR 93.

[@davegoodridge8352]

Looks like a 6 shot Ruger SP101. With it being 357 I would like some Houge grips

[@ErasmusVoid]

I think it looks great. great competition for high priced 357 smiths

[@x44magnum]

Can't wait to get my hands on this. I don't understand all the negativity. This will be my new carry gun hands down

[@charlesross8449]

nice review, I noticed the same thing about the back strap without even touching to gun, it looks nice with those grips, but I would like the back strap covered with a good rubber grip!!!

[@philliprubin8962]

Reinventing the wheel, good luck with that....

[@Philly1958]

38 +p - perfect round for this baby. Easy recoil - better accuracy. When will it be available.

[@devonzawko5212]

That looks like a wonderful carry piece.

[@thedowntrodden1522]

i really wish they did it in a 5 shot 45 acp (moon clip) since kimber is kinda known for the 45 acp 1911

[@osiris5432]

The answer to a question that was asked 65 years ago. And already answered 60 years, re-answered by Kimber, with no appreciable improvement. Sweet. Kimber, take my nine-hundred space bucks. Cause the only way you'll get it is when my dementia gets so bad that I constantly think I'm an astronaut... Of course statistical models suggest you'll be waiting about 45 years for that to happen.

[@МатвейМалинин-щ4ф]

Длинный спуск самовзводом.

[@newferican865]

So Kimber finally produced a gun that doesn't jam up ... this truly is a "game changer" (-;

[@normanbrown752]

The S stands for small frame. I am going to wait for their L larger frames and hopefully it's interchangeable muticaliber revolvers like .475 Linebaugh long/480 Ruger compatibility and or the 45/70/.410/.460 S&W/.454 Casull/45 Long Colt compatibility on a frame similar to their competitors along the Ruger Alaskan .454 Casull/45 Long product line.

[@hunterdka]

I love Kimber but that's a fancy Ruger Sp101 I was wanting a lot more. I was expecting something along the lines of a colt python keeping a more classic look, or something crazy and new like the Rhino revolvers. They started with a blank page they could have taken the revolver to the next level. I own two of there 1911s and couldn't be happier my TLE is my favorite handgun. I think for the quality and price point a is Kimber is hard to beat. I hope there revolver line evolves and they truly change the game.

[@HyperJGaming]

Looks nice, definitely worth the higher price for looks. Like all Kimber products.

[@Andy_Yates]

Looks like the monolithic love child of S&W round butt and a GP100. I'm in the kinda like it bucket, but I'll stick with my K frame. The K6S is probably perfect with 38+P

[@goatr-ni1od]

great job love all the vids makes you the top dog now as far as youtube coverage thanks man keep up the good work

[@davidspin581]

That's a damn good lookin gun, I'd lick to see the price a little closer to the completion. It's probably no better than a Smith or a Ruger, just looks cool.

[@Ntmoffi]

Coming in 2017 is a new single shot black powder handgun from Kimber. It's going to be revolutionary. like the revolutionary war.

[@mtsEnrique]

please do a video on the maxim 9! that's the only thing that has my attention and will definitely get my money this year.

[@63DW89A]

Interesting looking revolver. Got a few minor bugs that will likely be corrected as production moves forward. Like the hammerless profile and size with 6-shot cylinder, definitely a plus. A revolver this size I typically use only 38 Special in. Buffalo Bore makes some outstanding standard pressure, low flash, 38 Special 150 gr full-wadcutter, self-defense loads. Very modest 870 fps from a real 2-inch revolver makes it very controllable, but the full flat 0.357" nose guarantees a permanent tunnel thru living flesh of at least 3/4" diameter beyond 14" penetration and a sure-fire killer with a center mass hit. Guess Kimber has taken note that the #1 selling handgun for CCW remains the 2" barrelled revolver. Guess all the "Chicken Littles" who continue to pronounce the revolver antiquated and obsolete may be stunned into silence for a time at Kimber's solid business decision. To remain in business, a company MUST produce what the customer clearly wants. The "antiquated & obsolete" revolver remains solidly in production for very good reasons: the revolver WORKS, and works better than any alternative yet attempted.

[@jackemov1932]

more revolver videos please

[@MikeGusFifteen]

So this is the new, revolutionary revolver that Kimber said would "change the game". Looks like a Smith to me. Much disappoint.

[@isleofgreg]

Yeah I'm getting really tired of hype like that. Same kind of hype for the Hornady ELD bullet

[@ScuffedEngineer]

+grinc333 The ELD is kind of niche thing anyways.

[@spankysbasement]

+Mike Gus Fifteen I find it boring, but I would like to polish one. So someone else buy it and Ill shine it. :)

[@robertcurtis1191]

+Mike Gus Fifteen not sure how any revolver could change the game. it's a revolver, been done to death since the 1800's.

[@MikeGusFifteen]

Robert Curtis I agree, but I was hoping it was some sort of 9mm or 45acp that could be *easily* chambered in revolver. But this.. this is nothing special.

[@TheYankeeMarshal]

I was not at all impressed in person. The trigger is good but the balance is off and the build seems weak. The forcing cone seems especially poorly designed.

[@isaacbarden8365]

Neat. A custom shop Ruger SP101.

[@Grizzlytactics91]

i am loving this. they only need to change 2 things on the gun to make it my personal holy grail revolver, and that is. 3 inch barrel, and a hammer. then this gun would be perfect. also speed loaders would be impossible to find

[@zacthegunguy899]

Rock on brother! Iv never carried a j-frame type pistole for EDC, so I'm not to sure about that push button to release the cylinder, or the feel of the gun in a holster for that matter .Interesting for sure. I'm gonna stay with my g26 for now, show me more,more,more!!!!

[@resolutewarrior7054]

Looks like a good gun for the xs sight system.

[@joexg50]

How does the recoil compare to the Chiappa Rino? As u know the Rino supposedly kicks way less because of it's barrel placement which is genius in my opinion. What say you?

[@Bikejld]

I just love revolvers!

[@tiggerr42431]

interesting on the angle of the handle and geometry of felt recoil. Incite-full and interesting as always. I still miss Barry at these times. The beveling is interesting. I like my Ruger LCR and the SP101 already meet my needs for this mode, my Charter Bulldog in 44 special meets these needs for a lot less money, I see the market for this California where you are under pressure to have less than 10 rounds of anything and where good citizens are not free. It is priced to be a concealed luxury item. Time and the market will tell if it works out. I did not expect the Ruger LCR to be as easy to shoot and as comfortable to carry for example. I suspect this is the future of California markets to make revolvers more popular. A good 357 round is an effective round even though most shooters probably do better with 38 special +P for handling. I do like encouraging gun-makers to be innovative. It is the only way to improve the product for everyone's use. I don't have a right to be too supportive since I have three Mare's Legs simply because they are fun. They might now appeal to most folks for practicality, but just because I find them fun they work for me especially on the stable area. I have a 357 version with a laser that allows hip shots for a quick first shot that actually made it work faster for me. It is the fun factor why I bought each one. I did not expect to like my Pug so much, yet I find I almost always carry it now as backup. In a concealed carry I almost now want the best trigger I can get and a decent sight picture as I age. Sometimes I find a cheaper revolver can actually have a better trigger than an expensive model.

[@workingclasswoodsman]

nice looking gun but not sure what the huge difference is. Thanks for the review..

[@okeydokey2337]

Nicely "Dehorned" as hickok45 would say

[@jdbcool101]

nothing beat the s&w 340 for brutal recoil. seriously if you think something does then you've never shot the 340.

[@sergeantbigmac]

I like the 6 shot cylinder and overall looks. Its obvious somebody came up with a lot of neat refined design things like the beveling and the dovetailed rear site.... Still dont see this as being 'revolutionary' in anyway. I think the company that comes up with a small carry revolver like this with a 6 oclock barrel is what would really be revolutionary.

[@Ksilisab]

But will it be a Kay Success?

[@robertbentley5604]

+Ksilisab (Ksilisab) every kiss begins with kay

[@robertpeterson2612]

+Robert Bentley every kick begins with k

[@robertpeterson2612]

+Robert Bentley every kick begins with k

[@robertpeterson2612]

+Robert Bentley every kick begins with k

[@MOAONAABE]

looks like my sp 101 with an inch less barrel and an extra cylinder. i only shoot 38 +P thats hot enough. msrp for the kimber, i suppose 1200, like their alloy 1911.

[@homer0062]

How's the trigger pull ?

[@ralfdcat]

Hope they release a new Horse Drawn Buggy next!!

[@RBGJoe]

How do you add girth or meat by removing material? I undestand your point, I'm just messing around. Not sure why is talking about this revolver. Seems like any other revolver to me. Marketing team needs a raise.

[@luckyc3920]

I like the look of That, really nice looking. can't wait to see the demo

[@TheKnightOfSteel1000]

Things I've noticed in the comments. People will always bash something they can't afford. Period.

[@mikegigabyte]

I like the looks, and the cool grips. would really look nice in black

[@trailshooter2380]

let the videos begin

[@BurkeSchneider]

Any chance this will be made in .327 Federal Magnum? Thanks!

[@XXJUNIORII]

great videos... I'd like to see this in a 3 inch configuration... IDK I just lean towards the 3 inch revolvers for carry like the sp101 ,fantastic revolver... the k6s with a 3 inch barrel and with the 8# DAO trigger pull be hard to beat

[@josephchapman3407]

Well it fills a gap. It is a .357 snub nose with 6 shots. Neither Smith or Ruger have a gun like this.

[@benhizzle]

Very nice. I would love to see Kimber offer it in a 7 shot 327

[@RolandLowhorn]

Nice looking revolver extra custom etching would look really good. ..?

[@_j.v.st._7367]

I like the bevels but whats the "revolutionary" on it kimber claimed? And like he said the edge at the grip seems shitty.

[@Ntmoffi]

For 2017 there's going to be a new single shot black powder handgun coming out. It's going to be revolutionary. Like the Revolutionary War.

[@philipdove1705]

I wonder if it's as rugged as ruger for hot load durability

[@CombatVetTom]

Looks good. What about holsters? Can anyone post a link or links to holsters for it?

[@mikemarion19]

can stainless steel be cast or MiM? might be worth 850 with all machined billet parts

[@evilco.8496]

Sweet!!!...Are They California Legal.

[@saitouvn]

Ah damn, it is not a hoax after all

[@navyvet05]

its a beautiful piece. i want it

[@BrianS2464]

Is it a mim frame? Just asking cause it's a limber.

[@thecentralavenuegunslinger7861]

wow a 800 dollar ruger clone very innovative

[@steveyulenburg129]

The price is right in line with competing pistols, even with all the gunsmith hours spent fitting on all custom features on this Kimber that you will not find on a Ruger. A "clone"? Really? Please do name that other revolver in current production that has a recessed cylinder, dove tale rear sight, a custom milled back strap and carries 6 rounds of .357 magnum.

[@SnorryHobo]

it looks really nice

[@RolandLowhorn]

Nice looking revolver extra etching would look really good. ..?

[@JaronPope]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@morgenholz]

Their 1911s jam so bad they had to come up with a revolver, so they could put the Kimber name on something reliable.

[@joebreedingjb]

great looking gun

[@wyomchris]

So basically, its a Ruger SP-101 with a dovetail rear sight and 6 rounds, with a higher price tag, and has weird flat edge that makes it not near as comfortable to shoot...... Yes, completely revolutionary Kimber.......

[@XPsychowaffleX]

how many kidneys or first born children does Kimber charge for this gun?

[@Landlord_Tipper]

+BuhLakeh 1.5 kidneys and 1 newborn girl or 2 newborn males.

[@truebornsonofliberty554]

$900

[@Doc-Holliday1851]

I will never understand why people buy hammerless revolvers. One of the advantages of a revolver is that you can use it double action or single action. Take away the hammer and you lose that advantage. You might as well buy a double action only semi-auto. At least then you'll get a lighter, thinner gun that holds more rounds.

[@michaelkennedy2901]

+Christian's Channel The idea is so that you can fire it from inside of a coat or pocket without the hammer getting blocked by debris. It's not my cup of tea but it certainly has a purpose.

[@frankgon4]

Any idea which speed loader works with the K6S ?

[@lukaspatty6431]

Fyi cylinder gap tolerance is between .003-.006 of and inch... any less is unsafe... and any more causes accuracy issues

[@lukaspatty6431]

+Lukas Patty and its measured at the front of the barrel between the chamber and the forcing cone... not the rear by the recoil plate and the ratchet where you indicated in the vid...

[@raider762]

Well it is their first revolver, I can forgive them for mistakes.

[@jesseryan4053]

When Eric had the cylinder open, the forcing cone appears to be very thin and fragile looking, not even as robust as a smith 642 which will only shoot 38 spl. We will see how it holds up. Haven't heard a whole lot of good things about Kimber in general. Their 1911's are over priced and full of mim parts, customer service is lacking, their rifles might drive nails or might shoot 3moa at 100 yards just depends if you get lucky.

[@VinnyS9143101982]

Yay my hometown.

[@PaticusMD]

Nice backpack nerd! JK great videos and shot-show coverage, keep up the good work bud! BTW FYI, looks like a big gun grab is coming up for your northern neighbors, Canada.