Kimber CDS9 Classic 9mm Optic Ready Pistol
Modern 1911-style concealed carry pistol with lightweight aluminum frame, 3.18-inch stainless barrel, and fully ambidextrous controls. Ships with 13-round and 15-round magazines for versatile capacity options.
The Kimber CDS9 Classic: Heritage Meets Modern Carry
The Kimber CDS9 Classic represents a thoughtful evolution of the venerable 1911 platform, purpose-built for the demands of contemporary concealed carry. This is a pistol that respects tradition while embracing the practical requirements of modern shooters.
Design and Construction
Frame and Finish
- Lightweight aluminum frame reduces overall weight for all-day carry comfort
- KimPro II finish provides reliable corrosion resistance and a professional appearance
- Optic-ready slide for mounting modern red dot sights
Barrel and Action
- 3.18-inch stainless steel match-grade barrel ensures accuracy and longevity
- Dual recoil spring system manages recoil impulse smoothly and consistently
- Refined 1911 trigger for predictable, controllable breaks
Ergonomics and Controls
The CDS9 Classic distinguishes itself with fully ambidextrous controls, making it equally accessible to left and right-handed shooters. This attention to ergonomic detail reflects Kimber's understanding that a carry pistol must work intuitively under stress.
Capacity and Versatility
The CDS9 designation stands for "Covert Double Stack 9mm." This pistol ships with both 13-round and 15-round magazines, giving you flexibility to choose capacity based on your carry method and mission requirements.
Why the CDS9 Classic
If you appreciate 1911 ergonomics but need modern capacity and features, the CDS9 Classic delivers without compromise. It's a serious tool for serious shooters who refuse to sacrifice either heritage or capability.
Features
- caliber: 9mm
- magazine capacity: 13 round and 15 round (15+1 total carry capacity)
- barrel length: 3.18 in
- barrel material: stainless steel, match grade
- barrel twist rate: 1:10 rh, 5r
- frame material: aluminum
- frame finish: kimpro ii
- height: 5 in with 13 round magazine
- length: 6.2 in
- width: 1.1 in
- weight: 21.44 oz with empty magazine
- sights: tag fiber lock front sight, slide direct mount optic cut for rmsc footprint
- ambidextrous controls: yes
- accessory rail: yes
- grip panels: nylon with molded stippling
- front strap checkering (lpi)
- dual recoil spring system
- rmsc optic cut
- ambi controls
- flat faced trigger
