No new revolvers at SHOT?

[wadcutter1]

I was kind of hoping for a 2 1/2" J Frame in 32 H&R Mag or 327 Fed.

Sometimes I wonder why they don't take a look at used prices, see there is interest, and make batch of them? Surely the market for another round of 327 Fed j-frames must be bigger than the market for the bone collector models, or one in 17 HMR.

Ditto for the 3" model 65, Marlin camp carbine, Colt Python etc

 

[Mule88]

I was hoping for an M&P 10MM

 

[kilo charlie]

Regarding a 66 snub....
I was at the Dallas Safari Club convention a few days ago, and S&W had a display there. I handled the new 66, and asked the rep if there were any plans for a snub model. Rather curtly he replied that he had no idea. I asked if anyone besides me had asked about the possibility of one, and even more curtly he replied "no". I currently own 4 S&W revolvers, but I was less than impressed with their public interaction.

 

[gnystrom]

I guess I've had better luck with Kimber than some of you. I can't wait to fork over my money on the first K6S I come across. All of my Kimber 1911's run like clocks and they are smart enough to build a revolver without a stupid keyhole on the side of it. It even has recessed cylinder chambers!

I completely agree. My 3" Ultra Carry CDP II has been a flawless performer.
My last two Pro Series snubbies (both of which I felt needed trigger work) MSRP's were priced very close to the Kimber.

The new Kimber revolver will be worth looking at when it hits the dealers. The overall fit, feel, and finish will determine my decision.

 

[357-RevolverGuy]

Hopefully S&W can see there is a demand for a 2.5" or 3" model 66 or 69. Heck any snub K frame would be a hot seller. I'd also like to see them bring back a 9mm J frame.

 

[S&W1006]

I was hoping to see some new revolvers from S&W also. I like the look of the new Kimber revolver. I also like that it holds 6 instead of 5. I also like the sights on it too. I will wait until they prove themselves before I consider one but I am glad to see another company making a revolver. Just like with vehicles competition can be a good thing to get a company to step up.

I know this is a revolver thread but I keep hoping for a 10mm M&P too.

 

[shawn mccarver]

Kimber trumps S&W in the revolver department this year and builds the dream carry piece S&W should have years ago...

I am not sure exactly what makes this new Kimber, which is a small, heavy .357 Magnum a "dream carry piece" when you can have a Glock 19, which holds 15 shots of ammo with equivalent stopping power in the same weight class, and which takes up the same real estate, has a longer barrel, is easier to shoot, with less recoil, and shoots ammo which costs considerably less.

And before anyone starts to give me a ballistics lesson, ballistics from a 2 inch .357 Magnum are, for all practical purposes, the same as from the premium 9mm defense ammo available these days when shot from a Glock 19 or 26, or from an S&W 9mm Shield.

 

[camsdaddy]

I'm glad Kimber is making a revolver. It's about time someone did away the mentality of revolvers being dependable.

If the Kimber is the size of a 60 the one thing it has over the 19 or the 26 is it will fit in your pocket.

 

[Hapworth]

I am not sure exactly what makes this new Kimber, which is a small, heavy .357 Magnum a "dream carry piece" when you can have a Glock 19...

Perhaps you're unfamiliar with the subjective nature of personal preference.

 

[gman51]

Being a Kimber owner and well pleased with it I have no problem with Kimber. IMO the K6s is a darn good looking revolver. If I didn't like my LCR 357 so much I would consider the K6s. To each his own as they say.

 

[HEADKNOCKER]

I saw a pic of the new Kimber K6S & wondered how much that's gonna cost?
VERY RUGER LIKE!! SP101, But they got most of their designs from Dan Wesson anyhow..

Bet these cost $850-$1200

 

[ankona]

Meh, don't like the looks of the Kimber revolver. The other issue I have with Kimber is the **** they roll out the door these days. When Steve Cohen started there Kimbers QC fell off a cliff. Mass marketing, 2 full page ads in every gun mag on the planet and the profit before quality mentality ruined that company. And you can be assured that Kimbers humongous advertising costs are priced into every gun they build.

 

[wadcutter1]

I am not sure exactly what makes this new Kimber, which is a small, heavy .357 Magnum a "dream carry piece" when you can have a Glock 19.....
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You do realize this is a revolver forum don't you?

Comparing the K6 to something like a model 65 might be more appropriate. At 23 ounces, it compares pretty favorably to the Smith at around 31 ounces. A 2" model 60 weights about the same as the Kimber, but is one less round.

So for revolver affectionados, it a very compelling piece.

 

[Outlaw2013]

My dream of a 3.5" 460 PC clone chambered in 500 has been crushed, subsequently saving my bank account.

Sad day.


Now back to your regularly scheduled talk of snoozer pea shooters......

 

[at_liberty]

It occurred to me that, since so many semis are not SA, this Kimber can be a crossover gun with similar trigger skills. The type of sights is a crossover element too.

 

[ladder13]

I get less impressed the more I see of the K6, but would still like to see one up close and personal. Not sure I like the cylinder flutes for one.

 

[at_liberty]

I get less impressed the more I see of the K6, but would still like to see one up close and personal. Not sure I like the cylinder flutes for one.

Think of it as not quite as goofy looking as a 642. I think we develop an eye for these things as we go along.

 

[16thVACav]

This is just my personal opinion, but on a one to ten clunkiness scale, I'd give them an 11.

With the beauty and fine lines reminiscent of Ruger revolvers, and the reliability of Kimber, I'm sure they'll do well in the marketplace.

Who knows, the design may grow on me, and someday I may own a dozen. Then again, maybe not.

 

[wild47]

I'm interested in this new Kimber more than just it's appearance. The fact that since Dan Wesson is getting back into the revolver business and Kimber has introduced this model has got to place pressure on S&W.

There may be forces at work that will eventually give us what we really want in a revolver.

With competition S&W won't be able to strong arm us with some of their Polictially correct components anymore.... eh?

I'm hoping this Kimber comes out in full production and in various calibers with additional refinement of the base gun so that WE the ones that truly like revolvers will once again have the choice selection that was available many years ago. Perhaps even being able to Special Order as was the case decades hence.

I'm excited with what this may portend to the shooting community, but... that's just me. I like all brands and styles.

 

[gnystrom]

Grant Cunningham had his fingers deep in the design of the K6. I would think it will be a very robust platform.