2K11 | Kimber Making a Comeback!

Published on February 27, 2025
Duration: 30:18

This review of the Kimber 2K11 highlights its performance as a competition-ready pistol, particularly for Limited Optics division in USPSA. The firearm demonstrates good accuracy at 25 yards with various ammunition types and offers a solid shooting experience with a well-regarded trigger. While generally reliable, a specific Kimber magazine caused minor malfunctions, which were addressed by using other brands. The pistol is praised for its value, coming pre-equipped with an optic and magwell, making it a strong contender for those entering the 2011 platform.

Quick Summary

The Kimber 2K11 offers exceptional value for competition shooters, priced at $2,900 with a pre-installed Trijicon SRO optic and magwell, making it ready for divisions like USPSA Limited Optics. It demonstrates good accuracy, achieving inch-and-a-quarter groups at 25 yards with various ammunition types, and features a smooth, competition-friendly trigger.

Chapters

  1. 00:16Introduction to the Kimber 2K11
  2. 00:38Review Transparency and Product Acquisition
  3. 01:10First Rounds on the Range
  4. 01:46Initial Shooting Impressions
  5. 02:03Target Analysis (15 Yards)
  6. 02:41Marco's First Impressions
  7. 03:19Grouping Test at 25 Yards
  8. 04:34Accuracy Results (Speer Gold Dot)
  9. 05:24Competition Division Discussion
  10. 05:35Testing Super Vel Defensive Ammo
  11. 06:09Accuracy Results (Super Vel)
  12. 07:20Bill Drill - Speed Test
  13. 10:00First Malfunction Identified
  14. 10:44Two-Round Sub-Second Drill
  15. 11:36Trigger Discussion: Length and Reset
  16. 13:23More Malfunctions with Kimber Mag
  17. 14:48Marco's Trigger Breakdown
  18. 15:19Marco's Doubles Breakdown
  19. 17:22Marco Pushing Speed (11s-12s Splits)
  20. 18:19Comparison to Higher-End 2011s
  21. 19:10Rounds Under One Second Test
  22. 21:41Final Thoughts and Summary
  23. 22:21Pros and Cons of the 2K11
  24. 23:07Accuracy and Value Recap
  25. 23:47Holster Compatibility Discussion
  26. 25:05Reliability Statistics and Magazine Issues
  27. 27:07Future Kimber Developments and Feedback
  28. 28:44Cameraman Kev's Bonus Footage

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price and value proposition of the Kimber 2K11?

The Kimber 2K11 is priced at $2,900 and is considered an excellent value, especially as it comes pre-installed with a Trijicon SRO optic and a magwell, making it competition-ready for divisions like Limited Optics.

How accurate is the Kimber 2K11 at 25 yards?

During testing, the Kimber 2K11 achieved an inch and a quarter grouping at 25 yards with both Speer Gold Dot 115-grain and Super Vel 115-grain hollow-point ammunition, demonstrating solid accuracy potential.

What were the reliability issues encountered with the Kimber 2K11?

In approximately 450 rounds, three malfunctions occurred, all traced back to a single included Kimber 20-round magazine. Other tested magazines from brands like Staccato and Springfield functioned without issue.

What are the key features of the Kimber 2K11 for competition?

The Kimber 2K11 is designed for competition, particularly USPSA Limited Optics division, featuring an optic-ready slide, an installed magwell, a metal grip, and a double-stack 1911 platform that facilitates quick shooting and return to zero.

What is the trigger like on the Kimber 2K11?

The trigger has a smooth takeup, a defined wall, and a clean break, with an easily discernible reset. The trigger bow is a medium-long style, and while pre-travel is adjustable, the bow itself is not easily swapped without modification.

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