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Posted: 2/19/2017 5:26:28 PM EDT
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It's more than likely your support hand grip engaging the slide stop thru the recoil impulse.
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Posted: 2/19/2017 5:44:16 PM EDT
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Must be new. You bought a Kimber. Buy a replacement stop from Brownells and see if that helps. Cheaper and quicker than giving it back to Kimber.
Edit: replace the spring and detent also just to be safe. Only a couple more dollars. Maybe Cabelas will let you trade it for a Springfield. Sorry, but I've heard to much about Kimber. |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 5:47:23 PM EDT
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Must be new. You bought a Kimber. Buy a replacement stop from Brownells and see if that helps. Cheaper and quicker than giving it back to Kimber. I bought the Wilson Bullet Proof slide stop directly from Wilson, but I believe Brownells sells it too. Fixed my issue on my Concealed Carry II. Believe it was around $40. |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 5:54:33 PM EDT
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The slide stop is just not fitted correctly. The rounds in the magazine are engaging the slide stop. Look at the slide stop in the gun I bet there is a copper mark on it from the bullets contacting it. Where that copper mark is file a little it off reinstall slide stop with the slide off. Check with loaded magazine I generally push the rounds forward slightly as they have a tendency to do that when firing. Slide the mag up and down and look for contact with slide stop. When it stops hitting you are done and slide won't lock back mid magazine. You don't need a new slide stop unless you file to much off.
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Posted: 2/19/2017 5:56:06 PM EDT
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Sounds like this is a common issue then, I'll try the aftermarket stop suggested.
It's a beautiful gun I'd like it to work. |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 5:57:00 PM EDT
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The slide stop is just not fitted correctly. The rounds in the magazine are engaging the slide stop. Look at the slide stop in the gun I bet there is a copper mark on it from the bullets contacting it. Where that copper mark is file a little it off reinstall slide stop with the slide off. Check with loaded magazine I generally push the rounds forward slightly as they have a tendency to do that when firing. Slide the mag up and down and look for contact with slide stop. When it stops hitting you are done and slide won't lock back mid magazine. Ok I'll check this first thanks! |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 6:01:44 PM EDT
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Check what I said changing a slide stop isn't as easy as dropping it in. Most of the time anyway. The pin that goes through needs to be fitted. Kimber slide stops are usually undersized at the pin for a drop in fit. Wilson or like part will be bigger in diameter from package. This can cause lockup issues. It will also need to be fitted inside the magwell like the one you have now. Atleast most of the time they do. Try my fix before buying a new slide stop chances are that's the issue. Some bullets make this issue more command then others due to the billet profile also.
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Posted: 2/19/2017 7:53:19 PM EDT
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Check what I said changing a slide stop isn't as easy as dropping it in. Most of the time anyway. The pin that goes through needs to be fitted. Kimber slide stops are usually undersized at the pin for a drop in fit. Wilson or like part will be bigger in diameter from package. This can cause lockup issues. It will also need to be fitted inside the magwell like the one you have now. Atleast most of the time they do. Try my fix before buying a new slide stop chances are that's the issue. Some bullets make this issue more command then others due to the billet profile also. I see the mark on the stop where the rounds are hitting it and I will file a bit. It will be Saturday before I have a chance to shoot and file some more but I will report back. Thanks. |
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Posted: 2/19/2017 7:56:51 PM EDT
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No problem replacing parts isn't always the correct answer I have seen this dozens of times in the past and knew that was the issue and an easy and free fix.
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Posted: 2/19/2017 8:26:06 PM EDT
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It's a beautiful gun I'd like it to work. Yup, you bought a Kimber. |
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Posted: 2/25/2017 9:06:10 PM EDT
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No problem replacing parts isn't always the correct answer I have seen this dozens of times in the past and knew that was the issue and an easy and free fix. Well it took a few rounds of firing, stripping, filing a little more, etc. but I got it to work, thanks for the tip! I got 600 rounds with no malfunctions with three different ammo brands. Really appreciate it. Disappointed in Kimber for putting out such a silly flaw for what you pay for them. I'll say this though, it shoots like a dream, very little recoil for a 3 inch .45 and it's stunningly accurate at 20 yards. I'm happy with it. |
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Posted: 2/26/2017 12:23:44 AM EDT
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Yeah, Kimber's aren't known for quality. Just prettiness.
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Posted: 2/26/2017 9:05:24 AM EDT
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Well let's look at this another way.
Bashing Kimber is OK, but the gun is under warranty. You still might want them to fix it under warranty. I have owned lots of mfg 1911s. I did have a problem with a new Ultra in 9mm. Sent it back. The Ultra would not lock back on last round, had nothing but FTE. Kimber took six weeks to fix it (free) and they tuned the extractor, reamed and polished the bbl and worked on the mag. It works great now. I have another Ultra that runs like a raped ape. Love it. Also have a Desert Warrior that is amazing. Have a Colt XSE LW in 9mm that is great and a custom Springer. So just let Kimber make it good. You will probably be happy. No mfg is perfect. I have had Springfields and Colts that had issues. |
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Posted: 2/26/2017 9:46:58 AM EDT
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Well it took a few rounds of firing, stripping, filing a little more, etc. but I got it to work, thanks for the tip! I got 600 rounds with no malfunctions with three different ammo brands. Really appreciate it. Disappointed in Kimber for putting out such a silly flaw for what you pay for them. I'll say this though, it shoots like a dream, very little recoil for a 3 inch .45 and it's stunningly accurate at 20 yards. I'm happy with it. No problem glad I could help.. |
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