tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post4613282105673594281..comments2024-03-07T16:18:06.946-06:00Comments on Average Joe's Handgun Reviews: Kimber Solo 9mm ReviewAverage Joe's Handgun Reviewshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03173747731064233358noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-36167136766506753622015-07-26T21:04:59.598-05:002015-07-26T21:04:59.598-05:00Mine had an uneventful breakin with 124 grain hydr...Mine had an uneventful breakin with 124 grain hydro shocks. The only problem I had was with the extended mag.FTF at 4-5 rounds consistently. Went back to 6 round mags and completely reliable. The range only had Winchester White box 115 grain, and the Kimber fired 150 rounds without a hiccup. I guess I am in the 50% with a good one. BTW, I got two more 6 round mags and they work perfectly out of the package. I'm leaving the 8 rounder full, and will see if the mag will work in a couple of weeks. As to accuracy, the 7 yard range (for which the gun is designed) has the centers blown out.<br />Have you seen the review by Hickok45 on YouTube? The man can shoot! He was hitting a gong at 75 yards! Just shows what the Solo can do in the right hands<br />I carry in a pocket holster as a back up. Very satisfied customer!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-14883696986096884032014-07-28T20:35:08.916-05:002014-07-28T20:35:08.916-05:00Clint,
I dealer that i trade with regularly got o...Clint,<br /><br />I dealer that i trade with regularly got one in and bought it. He and several other people from the shop went to shoot it bringing all the correct, listed ammo with them. It did not work and is on its way back to Kimber. He told his sales rep that the other one in his show case will be coming back as well as there is no way he could recommend selling one of these to one of his customers. I think the quality is hit or miss. You might want to take a look at the SIG P938. Average Joe's Handgun Reviewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03173747731064233358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-51794066320861582092014-07-27T20:40:43.343-05:002014-07-27T20:40:43.343-05:00I really want one of these bad. What I want to kno...I really want one of these bad. What I want to know is the last dates people have been having problems. (those that follow directions that is?)I I get 50 /50 reviews some that have nothing but problems and some that have not had any.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-58179437702670186232014-06-06T11:01:09.681-05:002014-06-06T11:01:09.681-05:00When I bought my Solo, I picked up some practice r...When I bought my Solo, I picked up some practice rounds, as well as personal defense ammo. Yesterday, I thought I would practice with the "Federal Premium Personal Defense Low Recoil Ammunition 9mm Luger 135 grain."<br /><br />Save your money. I had a FTF on every round. It may be in the right grain range, but the "low recoil" apparently disqualifies this ammo for the Solo. Ronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07047936237056326893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-39040015026749639092014-05-23T22:31:25.272-05:002014-05-23T22:31:25.272-05:00I had decided to buy one of these and went to the ...I had decided to buy one of these and went to the local gunshop to do exactly that.<br />The pistol looks great, has a nice smooth trigger pull; the slide is a bit stiff to jack, but I suppose that's to be expected in a 9mm this small (my Kel-Tec .380 is a stiff pull also).<br />But then I hit a deal killer: when I went to eject the empty magazine, it didn't! It turns out that the ejection mechanism is so stiff that ejecting the magazine is almost a 2-handed job. We tried 3 different pistols, all the same.<br />I like the looks, I like the feel, I like the name (but don't much like the price - but I knew what that was going into the deal). What I really don't like is the thought of getting into a situation where this becomes my primary or only weapon and I need a magazine change and it takes 2 hands to do it.<br />If they'd lighten up on that some, heck, I'd probably buy two!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-19211618450821773592014-05-01T17:43:31.622-05:002014-05-01T17:43:31.622-05:00Thanks for the great review, and the testing with ...Thanks for the great review, and the testing with different ammo. I was on the waiting list for the Solo, and used your test results to select ammo. Looking forward to breaking it in. My second Kimber. Discerning2noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-36319203351384825862014-04-27T19:07:49.722-05:002014-04-27T19:07:49.722-05:00Just a horrible experience today. Brand new 2014 ...Just a horrible experience today. Brand new 2014 production and had 5 FTF out of 40. No interest in trying to fix it because it is a design flaw in my opinion no matter what one prefers to "call it" Remember the ford pinto when the gas tank exploded? Yet it was on market for years? DITTO.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-21346395107344080552014-04-04T18:16:33.491-05:002014-04-04T18:16:33.491-05:00Mine was having issues from the beginning. This a...Mine was having issues from the beginning. This article fixed it for me........fires flawless now.<br /><br />http://www.kimbershooters.com/how-to-fix-a-kimber-solo-when-slide-locks-open-after-every-shot/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-74002870448095422702014-02-16T00:16:54.955-06:002014-02-16T00:16:54.955-06:00I bought the Solo (Jan 2014) given the recommendat...I bought the Solo (Jan 2014) given the recommendation of the dealer, along with the form factor and finish which are fantastic. Was told to shoot only premium 124 to 147 grain ammo, so I stocked up on Hornady XTP defense rounds. Also bought a box of Blaser 115 grain and was told should work ok for "break in". Well, nothing worked. Not the 124, not the 147, and not the 115. All failed to eject, causing jams. Some did not extract at all, some empties laid in the magazine area requiring the magazine to be pulled before the shell could be removed. Of all the pistols I have owned, I never had such a problem, including my famously finicky Seecamp 32 which has functioned flawlessly with the recommended Silvertips. Also, the dealer stated it was striker fired. One of my stated absolute requirements was double action. My shock when I opened it up and found it to be single action (thus the safety). Tried to "break it in" firing over 80 rounds through it and the most I could get to work was three in a row. Needless to say I was horrified. After reading other reviews, my heart sank. Took it back the next day (no returns allowed) and the dealer was nice enough to let me trade straight across for a Sig 290RS (that cost a lot less). The Sig worked every time, every type of round, and is double action. I have never heard of a gun that should require a break in period to function. This design is a complete disaster. At this point, the gun had zero value to me, short of teaching me a lesson on buying something before reading the reviews. There is no way Kimber should allow any firearm to leave their plant without a function test. For god's sake, the very first shot jammed with 147. I have never, ever, had a modern pistol jam with good factory ammo!!! I left a couple hundred on the table, but I was so glad the dealer worked with me to get me a competent firearm. Though it is chunkier, I love the little Sig. Frankly, I don't think the flaws are fixable. I would never trust this design to give me more than one shot. I never could have imagined this from Kimber who has a first class reputation building 1911's. Now I read that some folks have had perfect function, but if you check the reviews, you will see that at least an equal number have shared my experience exactly. This is a pricey gun. Imagine buying a new BMW, and it stalls and will not start at the first turn from exiting the dealership. That is how I felt. Sorry Kimber, I wish I could hype your great looking and feeling product. But somebody goofed here.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-49336775309823206732014-02-07T05:40:24.050-06:002014-02-07T05:40:24.050-06:00I remember when the SOLOs first were introduced t...I remember when the SOLOs first were introduced they have issues. Almost bought one because they are attractive. I went with a Boberg however as same price. Great review of the SOLO!!rogerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18067903466416783934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-79354611191545394752014-02-06T22:59:45.665-06:002014-02-06T22:59:45.665-06:00I have the Kimber Solo CDP. 750+ rounds through i...I have the Kimber Solo CDP. 750+ rounds through it and not a single FTE. It eats Winchester white box 115 grain all day long. Absolutely reliable and, coupled with a Garret Industries Silent Thunder Solo holster, amazingly comfortable wearing it 10+ hours a day for the last year and a half.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13823480349029964199noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-61742010821286976912013-02-16T14:59:48.558-06:002013-02-16T14:59:48.558-06:00Anonymous,
No, you'd be better off finding ou...Anonymous,<br /><br />No, you'd be better off finding out why the magazine is dropping. If you are inadvertently hitting it with your thumb due to a thumbs down hold then try using thumbs up/thumbs forward grips. If you shot at a range with a qualified instructor could help you fix this in one session.<br /><br />Average Joe Average Joe's Handgun Reviewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03173747731064233358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-42030697114717226112013-02-16T11:19:07.243-06:002013-02-16T11:19:07.243-06:00Joe,
I have had a PM 9 for years with few complain...Joe,<br />I have had a PM 9 for years with few complaints but one: Shoots so very sweet and puts them in the middle easy! Only problem I have had was keeping the magazine from falling out while firing. Would I accomplish anything by going to the Solo?<br />JohnAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-23236190198556558572012-08-05T22:37:19.804-05:002012-08-05T22:37:19.804-05:00Average Joe, I'm a first time buyer. Currently...Average Joe, I'm a first time buyer. Currently I'm looking at guns that meet CCW specifications for Nevada and have a thumb trigger such as the Ruger SR9c and the Kimber Solo. What are your thoughts on comparing those two guns and what others can you recommend for me?Eric Nguyenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03832431698745185887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-33003112175758209342012-08-05T22:37:13.376-05:002012-08-05T22:37:13.376-05:00Average Joe, I'm a first time buyer. Currently...Average Joe, I'm a first time buyer. Currently I'm looking at guns that meet CCW specifications for Nevada and have a thumb trigger such as the Ruger SR9c and the Kimber Solo. What are your thoughts on comparing those two guns and what others can you recommend for me?Eric Nguyenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03832431698745185887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-91552659560940580082012-08-05T22:37:03.173-05:002012-08-05T22:37:03.173-05:00Average Joe, I'm a first time buyer. Currently...Average Joe, I'm a first time buyer. Currently I'm looking at guns that meet CCW specifications for Nevada and have a thumb trigger such as the Ruger SR9c and the Kimber Solo. What are your thoughts on comparing those two guns and what others can you recommend for me?Eric Nguyenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03832431698745185887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-52418002531351895272012-07-10T05:54:26.780-05:002012-07-10T05:54:26.780-05:00Nothing like leaving the mag at max capacity for a...Nothing like leaving the mag at max capacity for a few days to fix that problem if it is the tension of the mag. Lol.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-32389747934266368992012-06-10T08:47:28.414-05:002012-06-10T08:47:28.414-05:00I've had mine for 2 weeks now. I bought it for...I've had mine for 2 weeks now. I bought it for $619 and got an extra magazine from Kimber. It's had 2 range sessions now and was "broken in" with 50 rounds of 147 grain Federal. In that 5o rounds one cartridge only fed about 3/4 of the way into the chamber. It required a slight push with the thumb and was shooting again. Each session was done with 7 rounds loaded. That's how I'll carry it so I want to know it works that way; and it does. It now has about 250 rounds through it, including a few 115 grainers and has only had that one little hiccup. I'm happy as a pig in ****!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-74288889268499955982012-04-15T14:19:01.025-05:002012-04-15T14:19:01.025-05:00I love my solo. It did jam on me. It was not dirt...I love my solo. It did jam on me. It was not dirty. The only thing I could think was the load I used was not enough, 115 grain. I still love it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-56928822595759796562012-03-09T21:45:58.869-06:002012-03-09T21:45:58.869-06:00I think Kimber left out the night sights because t...I think Kimber left out the night sights because they are pushing to sell the Crimson Trace Lasergrips for which they have exclusivity. You cannot buy the laser grips from anyone but Kimber. I just bought mine today for $675 used. A gal bought it and put 50rds through it. She wasn't strong enough in the wrist to handle the recoil of a small grip.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-696206551289557282012-02-02T21:55:31.472-06:002012-02-02T21:55:31.472-06:00Carl,
The biggest thing affecting accuracy on the ...Carl,<br />The biggest thing affecting accuracy on the one I test was the lack of reliability. The reliability factor took my concentration away from focusing on the front sight and properly managing the trigger. However, to more accurately answer your question, if the laser sight is properly dialed in then yes, it will assist with accuracy. They are also a great training aid as that red dot on the target really shows you how much the pistol is moving as you pull the trigger.Average Joe's Handgun Reviewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03173747731064233358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-4339823719210731392012-02-02T21:24:59.348-06:002012-02-02T21:24:59.348-06:00This pistol is also available with laser grips. I ...This pistol is also available with laser grips. I know you didn't shoot with this option but, could you extrapalate whether a laser sighting system would enhance the accuracy, handling, night combat etc.Carlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10916740093159729931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-39539259480062009342012-02-01T19:23:14.025-06:002012-02-01T19:23:14.025-06:00Now I heard that they fixed the problem and have j...Now I heard that they fixed the problem and have just stated to reproduce them. has anyone got one and used it sence?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-87171479947265675052012-01-18T22:24:08.183-06:002012-01-18T22:24:08.183-06:00My solo is back with Kimber. Out of the first thre...My solo is back with Kimber. Out of the first three-hundred rounds fired, I only shot two complete mags without some sort of stoppage. Failure to eject, failure to fully close, double feeds, light strikes, slide not locking back, slide locking back between shots. I really hope they replace my gun so I can sell it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31185777.post-267730496820673802011-10-30T10:17:46.808-05:002011-10-30T10:17:46.808-05:00Great carry pistol. Shot mine the first time yeste...Great carry pistol. Shot mine the first time yesterday.<br /><br />++ This gun is not for the limp-wristed. It requires a firm grip. Duh.<br /><br />++ Load mag w/5 rounds until it is broken in. Absolutely.<br /><br />++Use only premium ammo, especially during the break-in period. Buy cheap stuff to plink with your .22, not this gun.Dr. Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11757663267267551504noreply@blogger.com