American Kimber Solo pistol
The Kimber Solo pistol is a compact model for concealed carrying under the Parabellum 9-mm cartridge. Solo was developed by the American company Kimber, which is known for its pistols, which were created on the basis of John Browning's M1911. The designer of the Solo pistol is Yuri Ivanovich Karfiol. When designing the Kimber Solo, some elements of the M1911 were used, which to this day remains one of the best self-loading pistols, despite its honorable age. However, it should be noted that Kimber Solo is not another clone of the model popular in the world, but is an original pistol that has many advantages in relation to its purpose. The Solo pistol combines the most successful elements of the M1911 Browning, the best practices in the field of creating self-loading compact pistols and the original ones. constructor solutions.
The automatic operation of the Solo pistol is implemented according to the recoil use scheme with a short course of the barrel. The locking system is carried out by means of a declining barrel, according to the design of the Browning. Coupling of the barrel and the bolt-casing is carried out by two combat projections of the breech breech and the corresponding bolts of the bolt-housing. Disengagement is carried out during the rollback by lowering the barrel in the interaction of the shaped groove of the lower tide of the breech breech and the axis of the gate delay. The front of the barrel is made in the form of an hourglass. This form gives the recess, which passes to the muzzle of the extension. This is done for the best centering of the barrel in the cover-casing and as a result of higher accuracy. Pistol Kimber Solo has two return springs in order to save space, as well as obtaining minimum dimensions for reliable operation.
The barrel and casing of the Solo pistol are made of stainless steel grades most suitable for creating weapons. For the manufacture of frame gun Kimber Solo used lightweight aluminum alloy. Kimber offers a version of the gun with a frame of matte black color. In addition to the handle cheeks, there are no other plastic parts in the Solo. The frame and shutter-casing Kimber Solo does not have sharp edges, which significantly reduces the visibility of the weapon when wearing a hidden and significantly increases human comfort. The tilt angle of the handle is close to the M1911, which is very useful for owners of a huge number of clones of this wonderful gun. The trigger mechanism Solo single action, striker type, with dovzvodom drummer when you pull the trigger. The pull force is about 3,1 kg. The Kimber Solo pistol is equipped with a two-way safety lever to ensure safety. The levers of the fuse is not very protruding, but easy to use. The positive point is that when operating with flags, it is not necessary to change the grip of the gun.
In the cover-casing there is an automatic firing pin safety device, which makes it impossible to shoot until the trigger is completely squeezed out. The gun has an external ejector and a large window through which the discharge of spent cartridges is carried out. Its front and rear faces have bevels for more reliable extraction. The bevel of the chamber is polished for the purpose of more reliable filling of cartridges. The slide stop lever located on the left side of the frame has a notch. Its profile is almost the same as this M1911 part. Latch store, located at the base of the trigger guard, two-way. The surfaces of its buttons are smooth, but their profile makes it convenient to work with them. Shop for recharge disconnects pretty quickly. The neck of the shop window has inclined inner surfaces, which simplifies and accelerates the connection of the shop. To power the gun is a box-shaped single-row magazine with a capacity of 6 cartridges.
The positive qualities of a Kimber Solo pistol include its aiming devices, well distinguishable and large. Black low-profile front and rear sight, having three white inserts, are mounted in dovetail grooves. There is the possibility of making lateral amendments. Native sights can be replaced by a front sight and a rear sight with tritium inserts glowing in the dark, or fiberoptic rods, accelerating aiming. The best option is to use fiberoptic rods with tritium inserts. However, the original pistol sights are quite satisfactory for their purpose. Solo has a fairly large maximum width, but the width of the gate corresponds to the level of modern 9-millimeter compacts. Gun thickness: the shutter is equal to 23 millimeters; on the frame - 20 millimeters; on the frame with the cheeks handle - 25,4 millimeters; including lever safety levers and slide latch - 29 millimeters.
In addition to the indisputable advantages, Kimber Solo has several disadvantages. First of all, this refers to the maximum weapon thickness equal to 29 millimeters, while the thickness of one of the main competitors of Kimber Solo, the German compact Walther PPS under the 9-mm cartridge Parabellum with a similar magazine, is equal to 23 millimeters. For the model, the main purpose of which is hidden wearing, additional 6 millimeters of thickness are not a small value. The American Kahr CM9T pistol which is also a direct competitor to the Solo has a thickness similar to that of Walther PPS. However, the very smooth edges of the frame and the shutter-casing Kimber Solo perfectly compensate for its thickness. In addition, this disadvantage is easily eliminated by proper selection of the holster.
Another point that can be considered a flaw in the Solo pistol is the combination of a single-action firing mechanism and a single fuse, which is controlled manually. Kimber Solo, unlike the M1911 pistol, does not have a grip-type automatic fuse. However, security in a Solo pistol is not only ensured by a double-sided safety lock, but also a long one, as well as a trigger stroke force. This version was previously implemented in the Austrian Roth-Steyr M1907, and in the Glock 17. Despite this, the Kimber Solo descent course is smooth and uniform for every shot, with little effort and the same length. This ensures accurate shooting. As a safety net against accidental shutdowns of the fuse, it is recommended to carry a weapon in a suitable holster.
The design of the Kimber Solo pistol recalls the very popular Browning self-loading pocket pistols that were very popular at the beginning of the 20th century, having a concise and unpretentious, but rather pleasant appearance and weapon aesthetics inherent in the best belle epoque pistols. In addition, the Kimber Solo pistol, like the old Browings, is an excellent self-defense weapon with high, for a compact pistol, combat and operational characteristics. Kimber Solo combines high quality of manufacturing and surface treatment of parts, reliability of work, accuracy, convenience and invisibility with hidden wearing.
Kimber Solo is worn with or without a holster, for example, just in the inside pocket of a jacket or in a pocket of jeans. This is possible due to the rounded edges and the absence of strongly protruding parts. However, the best option is still wearing in the appropriate waist, pocket or shoulder holster. When shooting at a distance in 23 m in five series of five shots using Federal Hydra Shok JHP rounds, the diameter of the hit group was equal to 125 mm. This is a very good indicator for a pistol, the barrel length of which is only 69 millimeters. The manufacturer recommends using Remington Golden Saber HPJ, Federal Hydra Shok JHP and Hornady TAP JHP cartridges. Kimber Solo functions optimally when using factory cartridges with expansive bullets weighing 8 or 9,5 grams, including + P cartridges, with an enhanced charge of gunpowder. The recommended cost of Kimber Solo in the United States is 747 US dollars. The package includes one store, lock for USM and instruction manual.
Main characteristics of the gun Kimber Solo:
Caliber - 9mm Parabellum;
Length:
pistols - 140 mm;
stem: 69 mm;
Width - 29 mm;
Height - mm 99;
Weight: 482 g. (Without cartridges);
Magazine capacity - 6 cartridges.
The automatic operation of the Solo pistol is implemented according to the recoil use scheme with a short course of the barrel. The locking system is carried out by means of a declining barrel, according to the design of the Browning. Coupling of the barrel and the bolt-casing is carried out by two combat projections of the breech breech and the corresponding bolts of the bolt-housing. Disengagement is carried out during the rollback by lowering the barrel in the interaction of the shaped groove of the lower tide of the breech breech and the axis of the gate delay. The front of the barrel is made in the form of an hourglass. This form gives the recess, which passes to the muzzle of the extension. This is done for the best centering of the barrel in the cover-casing and as a result of higher accuracy. Pistol Kimber Solo has two return springs in order to save space, as well as obtaining minimum dimensions for reliable operation.
The barrel and casing of the Solo pistol are made of stainless steel grades most suitable for creating weapons. For the manufacture of frame gun Kimber Solo used lightweight aluminum alloy. Kimber offers a version of the gun with a frame of matte black color. In addition to the handle cheeks, there are no other plastic parts in the Solo. The frame and shutter-casing Kimber Solo does not have sharp edges, which significantly reduces the visibility of the weapon when wearing a hidden and significantly increases human comfort. The tilt angle of the handle is close to the M1911, which is very useful for owners of a huge number of clones of this wonderful gun. The trigger mechanism Solo single action, striker type, with dovzvodom drummer when you pull the trigger. The pull force is about 3,1 kg. The Kimber Solo pistol is equipped with a two-way safety lever to ensure safety. The levers of the fuse is not very protruding, but easy to use. The positive point is that when operating with flags, it is not necessary to change the grip of the gun.
In the cover-casing there is an automatic firing pin safety device, which makes it impossible to shoot until the trigger is completely squeezed out. The gun has an external ejector and a large window through which the discharge of spent cartridges is carried out. Its front and rear faces have bevels for more reliable extraction. The bevel of the chamber is polished for the purpose of more reliable filling of cartridges. The slide stop lever located on the left side of the frame has a notch. Its profile is almost the same as this M1911 part. Latch store, located at the base of the trigger guard, two-way. The surfaces of its buttons are smooth, but their profile makes it convenient to work with them. Shop for recharge disconnects pretty quickly. The neck of the shop window has inclined inner surfaces, which simplifies and accelerates the connection of the shop. To power the gun is a box-shaped single-row magazine with a capacity of 6 cartridges.
The positive qualities of a Kimber Solo pistol include its aiming devices, well distinguishable and large. Black low-profile front and rear sight, having three white inserts, are mounted in dovetail grooves. There is the possibility of making lateral amendments. Native sights can be replaced by a front sight and a rear sight with tritium inserts glowing in the dark, or fiberoptic rods, accelerating aiming. The best option is to use fiberoptic rods with tritium inserts. However, the original pistol sights are quite satisfactory for their purpose. Solo has a fairly large maximum width, but the width of the gate corresponds to the level of modern 9-millimeter compacts. Gun thickness: the shutter is equal to 23 millimeters; on the frame - 20 millimeters; on the frame with the cheeks handle - 25,4 millimeters; including lever safety levers and slide latch - 29 millimeters.
In addition to the indisputable advantages, Kimber Solo has several disadvantages. First of all, this refers to the maximum weapon thickness equal to 29 millimeters, while the thickness of one of the main competitors of Kimber Solo, the German compact Walther PPS under the 9-mm cartridge Parabellum with a similar magazine, is equal to 23 millimeters. For the model, the main purpose of which is hidden wearing, additional 6 millimeters of thickness are not a small value. The American Kahr CM9T pistol which is also a direct competitor to the Solo has a thickness similar to that of Walther PPS. However, the very smooth edges of the frame and the shutter-casing Kimber Solo perfectly compensate for its thickness. In addition, this disadvantage is easily eliminated by proper selection of the holster.
Another point that can be considered a flaw in the Solo pistol is the combination of a single-action firing mechanism and a single fuse, which is controlled manually. Kimber Solo, unlike the M1911 pistol, does not have a grip-type automatic fuse. However, security in a Solo pistol is not only ensured by a double-sided safety lock, but also a long one, as well as a trigger stroke force. This version was previously implemented in the Austrian Roth-Steyr M1907, and in the Glock 17. Despite this, the Kimber Solo descent course is smooth and uniform for every shot, with little effort and the same length. This ensures accurate shooting. As a safety net against accidental shutdowns of the fuse, it is recommended to carry a weapon in a suitable holster.
The design of the Kimber Solo pistol recalls the very popular Browning self-loading pocket pistols that were very popular at the beginning of the 20th century, having a concise and unpretentious, but rather pleasant appearance and weapon aesthetics inherent in the best belle epoque pistols. In addition, the Kimber Solo pistol, like the old Browings, is an excellent self-defense weapon with high, for a compact pistol, combat and operational characteristics. Kimber Solo combines high quality of manufacturing and surface treatment of parts, reliability of work, accuracy, convenience and invisibility with hidden wearing.
Kimber Solo is worn with or without a holster, for example, just in the inside pocket of a jacket or in a pocket of jeans. This is possible due to the rounded edges and the absence of strongly protruding parts. However, the best option is still wearing in the appropriate waist, pocket or shoulder holster. When shooting at a distance in 23 m in five series of five shots using Federal Hydra Shok JHP rounds, the diameter of the hit group was equal to 125 mm. This is a very good indicator for a pistol, the barrel length of which is only 69 millimeters. The manufacturer recommends using Remington Golden Saber HPJ, Federal Hydra Shok JHP and Hornady TAP JHP cartridges. Kimber Solo functions optimally when using factory cartridges with expansive bullets weighing 8 or 9,5 grams, including + P cartridges, with an enhanced charge of gunpowder. The recommended cost of Kimber Solo in the United States is 747 US dollars. The package includes one store, lock for USM and instruction manual.
Main characteristics of the gun Kimber Solo:
Caliber - 9mm Parabellum;
Length:
pistols - 140 mm;
stem: 69 mm;
Width - 29 mm;
Height - mm 99;
Weight: 482 g. (Without cartridges);
Magazine capacity - 6 cartridges.
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