AFTER 3 MONTHS: LOVING MY KIMBER K6XS, BUT MY K6S...NOT SO MUCH
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
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After putting the Kimber k6S and the Kimber K6XS through their paces for 3 months, the Doctor has formulated some opinions that he is prepared to share regarding function, comfort, holster options, "carryabilty," and durability.
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Never put anything else in your pocket with your firearm. It is a recipe for disaster.
K6XS has been my primary carry for a year now. I use an Uncle Mike's size 4 pocket holster. It feels the best to me. I have other CCW semi's but nothing matches my confidence in the K6XS. I thought I was the only one left in the world using a revolver for EDC.
I’ve got a 3 inch dasa and I carry it in the desantis holster. When tucked in the waist at the 3-3:30, with a belt the clip isn’t an issue. I’ve got the hogue grip, but I hate the half pinky portion. If kimber made the combat grip in rubber, it would be perfect. The wood is nice, it is just to smooth for good grip purchase. Love the k6s dasa 3”. The cylinder end shake is minimal and the cylinder gap is right up there with custom guns like a korth or spohr. Awesome revolver.
When carrying, are loaded with .38 Spl or .357 Magnum?
@@DrTac I use 38. Special. Specifically hornaday critical defense 110 gr ftx. My concern with .357 mag is 2 fold. First off over penetration. I’m concerned with what may be behind potential bad guy and secondly hearing damage. We all know that a gun report is ridiculously loud but the 357 magnum is even louder. Typically we don’t walk around with ear protection, and in a defensive situation you won’t likely have time to put in hearing protection. Just my 2 cents. Stay safe.
K6XS is a deep concealed carry piece for ankle, pocket, iwb, or shoulder holsters. Equivalent to the classic Colt Agents and Cobras discontinued in 1999 with the bolt on hammer shroud and the holy grail Magnum Carry. The K6S and K6 SADA are owb holster guns for concealment or open duty carry as counterparts to the classic Colt D frame Detective Special, Police Positive, and Diamondback. At 7:00 you described "countersunk chambers," a custom feature of old gold classic S&Ws like the Model 66 'no dash.' Similar to but less effective than chamfering. I pocket carry as you do using the K6XS, a 642 or 637 without the hillarylocks. Try out the K6S with the Hogue Bantum grip that came with the XS, it should enhance handling ergonomics and shooting with +P and .357 considerably.
Interestingly, while the K6XS is almost a 1/2 pound lighter than the K6S, it is actually longer, taller, and wider than the K6S (with the 2" barrel, obviously)...in other words, the K6XS is actually larger than the K6S in every dimension, but it carries nicely because it's lighter.
I will look into the Hogue Bantum grip, thank you for the recommendation.
@@DrTac You have the Hogue Bantum grips Doc, it came oem on the K6XS just swap it out onto the K6S to determine if you like it on that gun.
I have both of these pistols. Grips were my only concern and I solved by installing the Kimber Control Core grips on my K6s and installing the stock wood grips from the K6s on the K6xs. The Kimber Control Core grips provided me with more surface to grips, a better grip angle that increased my ability to shoot instinctively (like a 1911) and better recoil management when firing .357 loads. I had the stock wood grips from the K6s laser ingraved with a Celtic design to make it less slippery when drawing from my pocket holster. I carry the K6s 3" in an OWB pancake holster and it conceals very well.
Nice, it sounds like you made some very solid choices.
I’m so torn on which Kimber k6 is best for me. It’s really nice to see the comparison of two options.
I think it all comes down to how important it is for you to have the option to shoot .357…which comes at the cost of a heavier and more expensive gun…interestingly, the 2” K6S is slightly smaller than the K6XS, but definitely heavier. I justified to myself buying both, since I bought the K6S with a 3” barrel😉
@@DrTac I feel like I need to find a 3in TLE but they are exceedingly rare.
I love my Kimber K6S Dasa 2 inch barrel. However, as pretty as the wood grips are I didn’t like it. It tended to be slick. Like on dry days my hands would be dry and less grippy. It made me think if I draw when it’s wet as well it could be a problem. I actually would notice on hot days when my hands got sweaty it became harder to hold. Especially with the magnum loads. I swapped them recently with the Hogue grips. They are a little bigger but grip is much better. I carry it in an urban carry “Lock Leather” holster. It’s been my favorite carry for now. I’m really wanting the K6XS now. lol.
I’m with you. The walnut grips on my K6S 3” were so smooth and comfortable when I first held the gun, at my local gun store…but after putting a variety of ammo down range with it, I couldn’t switch those grips soon enough. It made a world of difference…but I do miss the look and the feel (while NOT firing) of the smooth walnut.
This is a tough one. I just ordered the K6S and the walnut grips are SO nice looking!! Changing them is something I gotta think over. Even though I do love hogue grips, like on my Ruger GP100
@@JoeBuck-uc3bl Yeah. I really liked the wooden grips. They look and even feel great. I only decided to change them because I took it to the range on a hot day and my hands started to sweat. That was it for me. Where this is a carry gun I didn’t want to ever have an issue.
I have the k6s target and the k6s DASA snubby. I absolutely adore them both. The k6s is by far the best six shot revolver in the world. The only thing I wish was different is the lack of texture on the front of the grips. If that were fixed, the guns would be perfect.
The good news is that you can change the grips/stocks out quite easily.
Hmm 🤔 Kimber K6XS has great features for a carry especially with the last holster you demonstrated. I will have to add that one to my list to test fire!! 👍🏼 Thank you as always for the knowledge and entertainment!!!
I aim to please😉
@@DrTac Mission accomplished 😎
I wouldn’t buy a Kimber k6xs lol had to return mine twice to get it fixed . Sold it and don’t regret it
what gets me is how long it took them to come up with a pair of rubber grips that covers the back of the frame. you would think that would have been on the first K6 357 instead of the ones with the backstrap exposed.
Yes, but it looks sooooo good with the wooden grips and the metal back...and it actually feels really good too....well, that is until you shoot it😎
@@DrTac yeah I know what you mean, I do like wood grips as well.
Hogue FINALLY came out with #41000 overmolds, even longer than the year it took for Kimber to put out their control core grips. My Deep Cover is no bueno at all with 158gr .357s and the OEM G10 grips... I carry Federal's unfortunately discontinued P38HST1S 130gr +P...
@DrTac yup heard that. I just got the dcr model and it's absolutely beautiful. It shoots 38 special great buuuut the 357 definitely thump.
Has your firing pin broke yet on your K6xs?
Nice review!
Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed it.😎
Did they fix the firing pin the issue on the K6xs?
Harry's holster is the best, love mine for my lcr. I believe now they do make the 3 inch for this model.
I will definitely check, because I am really happy with my 2”.
@DrTac yeah I like how it pushes the grip of the gun towards your body. I have the longer hogue no finger groove grip on my lcr and it hides so good with that holster. Something you wouldn't expect with a grip like that on it. Works great. And feels like I'm not even carrying.
If Kimber had better aftermarket grip support it would be better. The three grips they have don't quite fit. If Pachmayr or Hogue had a Tamer grip that fit it would be incredible. Everything else about the K6sx is otherwise a great revolver.
I'm okay with the grip on the K6xs, it's the K6s that I'm having the issue with. I'm on the hunt for a solution...I'll post it when I find it.
@@DrTac Thank you!!!!!
@@DrTac did you find grips for it yet that you like?
I'm reading so many stories saying kimber revolvers are unreliable. My Taurus 856 executive grade has been great. But I want a .357 magnum 3". I also live in CA so for some inexcusable reason at Taurus 605 executive grade is illegal here. Ive been having good luck with rugers though and i want a 3" so I may get a 3" sp101. Yeah it's only 5 rounds but from what I'm reading about these kimbers I'll just take 1 less round and have something more dependable.
Based on everything I’ve found while researching the gun, as well as my own personal experience, the 3” Kimber K6S has performed flawlessly. There was a murmur when they were first released regarding the firing pin…but I have not come across any1st hand experiences, published or private. If you know of anyone (even from an article or a RUclips, that had a reliability issue with a Kimber K6S, please send it my way…I will be happy to look further into it!!
Thank you for taking the time to comment.
I think the kimber .357 is probably a good self defense gun.
Thanks for the video. I don’t know if you’re a real doctor but you can definitely pass for one😂, anyway all jokes aside the Harry’s holster looks good but quick question can you adjust the height of the wing? Several years ago I had purchased a Harry’s revolver holster obviously not the same one as in your video, had some issues customer service was horrible that I ended up just throwing it away, so now I carry my S&W 642 in a PhLster city special. Now for my next purchase the Kimber K6 or the K6xs I was looking at the JM customs their holsters are good for my 365xl and my Hellcat Pro and to tell you the truth if I wasn’t so salty about Harry’s I would have given them a try for my Ruger LCR at least. Anyway I just subscribed to your channel, keep up the good work.
Welcome to the channel!! I'm so glad your enjoying our content. I am actually a dentist. I'm sorry to hear that you had a bad experience with Harry's Holsters...I had a similar experience with Chiappa Firearms (ruclips.net/video/95qMjhbkN5w/видео.htmlsi=ozYZCvd4Q3sfLLVq). I hate when a company with poor customer service makes a product I want, because even the best of products can have hicups and how the company supports that product can make all the difference in the world. BTW, both the wing and the clips on this Harry's Holster are in fixed positions. Thank you for subscribing and I appreciate you taking the time to comment😎
I love my K6S DASA. my one regret is that a local shop was divesting themselves of Kimber and I got it for $830 but it was 38 only. It works great but given it's 38 only status I wish I had waited for the K6XS for even less money and of course less weight.
I'll keep carrying my LCRX in 327 for the extra power and lighter weight, I sure hope I never have to pull the trigger without ears though.
I didn’t know the K6s came in .38 only version.
@@rgracia611 Hickock did a vid on it about a year ago. I regret not getting a 357 as I'm not recoil averse. Unfortunately the dealer divesting themselves of Kimber didn't have a snubby DASA in 357 so I bought the 38+P.
Is it just me being bad at finding things, or was it impossible to get the K6S for a VERY LONG time?? I wanted the 3” hammerless for years, but only the 2” was ever available.
It was hard to find…and like many of my purchases, I wasn’t looking for it when I found it…but I have noticed that the gun shop I bought it at (Continental Arms, Timonium, Maryland), has had at least one in stock ever since I bought mine, while I still haven’t seen it at any of my other local gun shops.
You have to go to a Kimber dealer, it's one of those programs where you have to be a part of it to sell any Kimber firearms
👌 K6s .357 all day....but PRACTICE mostly with.38.... I'm not much of a revolver-guy.... Everything about the K6s I love.... I picked one up just before 'the COVID' at Dick's {when they were still gun enthusiasts😏} It's the only reason I would carry a revolver.... (Trigger is phenomenal....) Most likely only as backup- ankle, non-dominant pocket.
2 inch DCR
So I went with the K6S with the 3" barrel. What did you choose?
I sold my k6xs lol and got a Glock 30 gen 5 … the Kimber has cylinder lock up and then after I got it back firing pin broke lol so yea no more Kimber for me bud
That's awful. I will be on the lookout for thosse problems and I will definitely report them if I run into them. Thank you for sharing.
What is cylinder lock up?
Yeah I hear about these issues a lot on kimbers, also be passing on the kimber 😂 there are plenty of better revolvers ina similar size.
Geez, a grip screw only requires a properly sized screwdriver to determine if the screw has loosened...3+ minutes to get to conjecture about a loose screw...
1st video. Good job,guns & taste. Like & subscribed. Thx.
Thank you for the RUclips love!! Welcome aboard!!
I'm sorry I bought it for the extra round which doesn't mean much.
it`s easy to pronounce them ^ K6S = key-success )))
Nice!! …and for KXS?
@DrTac it still suitable to same pronounce "Key Sixekss" - Key suceess
The Colts are better than these though, imo; the Cobra and King Cobra... 🐍
And they cost the same, or less.
So, I have a experience with both and I would have to say that the King Cobra pales in comparison to the K6S, based on their primary purpose; to be the smallest 6 shot 357 for deep concealment/pocket carry. While both are undeniably great guns, the Kimber is considerably smaller and has a better trigger (I can say this because I have spent a lot of time shooting them side by side). As for fit, finish, and ergonomics...I'd give it to the kimber, but damn the Colt is beautiful. Hold them side-by-side and tell me I'm wrong😉. Thank you for your comment, I think you may have inspired me to do a Colt Vs Kimber Video!! ...that is once I fix the G-d Damned grip on my Kimber😎
@@DrTac Hmmm... You may be right; I've never actually physically compared the two - hands-on. I only have a .38 Special Colt Cobra - so I can't speak specifically for the King Cobra. But the standard Cobra has a better grip for me; a larger sized grip that increases the trigger distance (reach) better than any of the other small framed revolvers out there on the market - which is better for my larger hands... The Kimbers have a much smaller grip (at least stock) - and I've heard that they don't have many aftermarket options. I've never really liked their blocky looks either - but that's just aesthetics. Is the trigger on the Kimbers realistically better?... I'm unsure - but the Cobra has a very short pull and flat-faced trigger, which makes it very accurate. It's sight picture - with it's red fiber optic front sight - also aides in it's accuracy... In fact, it's most likely the most accurate 2" barrel revolver I own. The only downside to it's trigger is it's weaker reset (unlike with a S&W, for example) - but this is something that can be mitigated through practice. The fit and finish IS better with the Kimbers though; I'll admit that... Their build quality is probably the best on the market. And some people don't really like the unusual bead-blasted finish of the Cobra (unlike with the King Cobra), but I don't mind it; I think it's designed for carry and to cut down on glare. I personally don't view the Cobras as pocket carries though; I think they're more designed for IWB carry - as they're a little larger and heavier.
Yeah, so they both have their upsides and downsides, in my view... And yes, an in-depth comparison would probably be a good idea. 😏 Have a good day then.
@@carlosmorris4510 Had two of the new Colt Cobras and one Three inch Colt King Cobra. Really wanted to love them all, but they all suffered from light primer strikes in double action, due to the linear lear leaf spring design. Got rid of them, got Kimber K6xs, Kimber K6s Da/Sa three inch and never looked back. Also, check out Lok Grips, I will be getting some soon...
I have a 4.25” Colt Viper and a 3” DAO K6S. The cylinder in the K6S locks up once every 400-500 shot, but the Viper is reliable. I cannot trust the Kimber as an EDC.