Kimber R7 Mako Gun Review

Published on August 25, 2021
Duration: 17:22

This guide details the field stripping process for the Kimber R7 Mako, a micro-compact 9mm pistol. It covers the essential steps for safe disassembly, crucial for maintenance and understanding the firearm's mechanics. The video highlights the pistol's design features, including its high capacity and optics-ready capability, presented by an experienced firearms reviewer.

Quick Summary

The Kimber R7 Mako is a 9mm micro-compact pistol praised for its high capacity (11+1 or 13+1 rounds), excellent flat-faced trigger with a pull weight around 4.5 lbs, and reduced barrel tilt for better recoil management. It features ambidextrous controls and is available optics-ready or with a Crimson Trace CT-1500 red dot and co-witnessing Truglo sights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shooting
  2. 01:50Overview and Capacity
  3. 03:05Design Features
  4. 04:26Trigger and Controls
  5. 05:06Trigger Pull and Optics
  6. 06:22Dimensions and Comparison
  7. 08:39Performance and Reliability
  8. 11:14Field Stripping
  9. 12:43Holsters and Pros/Cons
  10. 14:37Pricing and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Kimber R7 Mako?

The Kimber R7 Mako is a 9mm micro-compact pistol featuring a high-capacity design with 11+1 and 13+1 round magazines, a flat-faced trigger, ambidextrous controls, and an optics-ready slide. It also boasts a shrouded ejection port for slide rigidity and reduced barrel tilt.

How does the Kimber R7 Mako compare to the Sig Sauer P365?

Compared to the Sig Sauer P365, the Kimber R7 Mako is slightly longer but offers a more aggressive grip texture and a higher quality slide finish. Both are 9mm micro-compacts designed for concealed carry, with the R7 Mako providing similar or higher capacity options.

What is the trigger pull weight and performance of the Kimber R7 Mako?

The trigger pull weight for the Kimber R7 Mako typically measures between 4 lbs 3.6 oz and 4 lbs 8.3 oz. It features a smooth pull and crisp break, contributing to the pistol's reported high accuracy and fast follow-up shots during range testing.

What optics and sights are available for the Kimber R7 Mako?

The Kimber R7 Mako is available in Optics Ready (OR) or Optics Installed (OI) configurations. The OI model often includes a Crimson Trace CT-1500 red dot sight and Truglo tritium night sights, which are designed to co-witness with the red dot.

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