I'm a happy 68 yr old first time firearms buyer.I just ordered a mako with 5 mags, holster and carry pack from Buds.I live in restricted R.I. necessitating 10 round mags, so it was great to find this deal
The csx was my first, and after checking out the mako, I forwarded the csx to my daughter. The mako is softer shooting, and the sights are spread out quite a bit more, and I'm much more accurate with it. I do think I'll remove the Optic, it makes the night sights worthless. The only way to turn off the included red dot is to put the cover on it.. which blocks the fixed sights.
The replacement blackstrap on the CSX is not bigger, it's actually smaller. In fact it's literally a strip that covers the back of the grip, leaving the sides untextured. 6:45
I just ordered a Kimber R7 Mako after shooting several copies at local ranges. It has the best trigger of any of the double-stack micro 9 carry pistols in my opinion and perhaps better than most of the full-size polymer pistols I've shot. The Smith, even though hammer-fired, has a heavier single action pull than the striker-fired Kimber. Besides the great trigger, there are several other key features that won me over to the Mako: Optics ready, night sights, full-contact texturing, fully ambidextrous, a novel lockup for less barrel movement and better accuracy. I'll have to admit though that it doesn't have as much beaver tail. If that's what someone is looking for I suggest a trip to the zoo. 😉
@@ssn711 I've had the R7 Mako for a few months and have no reason to change my very positive assessment. One thing I did notice as two friends shot it: A good grip is essential to avoiding failure to feed issues.
you are dead wrong on this. I have owned both and gave the S&W away (I couldn't sell it). The first thing u notice with the Kimber is the quality. Kimber could have charged $1000.00 for this pistol, I would have still purchased it. They then engineered the pistol for today's red dot shooter (the ejection port and gas release on the side so gasses won't blur or damage your red dot). I carry appendix. There is no way I felt comfortable with the hammer back in that position and if u carry other firearms with no thumb safety, u may pause for a minute while drawing (safety no thumb safety). The other is the grip which extends (damn near) the whole pistol and greatly enhances your support hand. As for the weight, it's there, but it's not noticeable. I took off my red dot because I don't think the technology is here yet. But at least Kimber gave me the option to put it back on when the technology has been updated.
@@tdy1515 my favorite gun is the is the 1911. To me that is the most secure gun because it has a grip safety. I still can’t carry appendix with it . I agree with you on the firing pin position. It’s a frame of mind.
I just purchased the Kimber R7 Mako The Smith csx made me think of the rail road.. I have a dislike for the csx rail road so, the Gun is a Hard NO for me .
I'm a happy 68 yr old first time firearms buyer.I just ordered a mako with 5 mags, holster and carry pack from Buds.I live in restricted R.I. necessitating 10 round mags, so it was great to find this deal
Should’ve compared the mako to the shield plus instead….
CSX wins on looks. The Mako, on performance. The R7 Mako is an under the radar performer.
Kimber hands down looks better
I own a Kimber M7 Mako. My only complaint is disassembly. I bought the first time I held one. I also own a Glock 43.
The csx was my first, and after checking out the mako, I forwarded the csx to my daughter. The mako is softer shooting, and the sights are spread out quite a bit more, and I'm much more accurate with it. I do think I'll remove the Optic, it makes the night sights worthless. The only way to turn off the included red dot is to put the cover on it.. which blocks the fixed sights.
Only thing like a 1911 is the beaver tail and that’s it. Mako is cleaner looking, and more modern
The replacement blackstrap on the CSX is not bigger, it's actually smaller. In fact it's literally a strip that covers the back of the grip, leaving the sides untextured. 6:45
If csx took shield mags it would be fantastic
Would like to see a comparison with another metal micro compact
I know it’s his opinion on the finish but I think the kimber finish is a whole lot better
Wrong comparisons completely. Shield vs Mako, and CSX vs Micro 9 would be the right comparisons between S&W and Kimber.
Howzit braddah mahalo for the video, I love my Kimber 4.25 slide in 45acp
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Only think like a 1911 is the beaver tail and that’s it.
I just ordered a Kimber R7 Mako after shooting several copies at local ranges. It has the best trigger of any of the double-stack micro 9 carry pistols in my opinion and perhaps better than most of the full-size polymer pistols I've shot. The Smith, even though hammer-fired, has a heavier single action pull than the striker-fired Kimber. Besides the great trigger, there are several other key features that won me over to the Mako: Optics ready, night sights, full-contact texturing, fully ambidextrous, a novel lockup for less barrel movement and better accuracy. I'll have to admit though that it doesn't have as much beaver tail. If that's what someone is looking for I suggest a trip to the zoo. 😉
I concur with your assessment
@@ssn711 I've had the R7 Mako for a few months and have no reason to change my very positive assessment. One thing I did notice as two friends shot it: A good grip is essential to avoiding failure to feed issues.
So the Kimber has a polymer grip module correct?
you are dead wrong on this. I have owned both and gave the S&W away (I couldn't sell it). The first thing u notice with the Kimber is the quality. Kimber could have charged $1000.00 for this pistol, I would have still purchased it. They then engineered the pistol for today's red dot shooter (the ejection port and gas release on the side so gasses won't blur or damage your red dot). I carry appendix. There is no way I felt comfortable with the hammer back in that position and if u carry other firearms with no thumb safety, u may pause for a minute while drawing (safety no thumb safety). The other is the grip which extends (damn near) the whole pistol and greatly enhances your support hand. As for the weight, it's there, but it's not noticeable. I took off my red dot because I don't think the technology is here yet. But at least Kimber gave me the option to put it back on when the technology has been updated.
Maybe right
@@tdy1515 my favorite gun is the is the 1911. To me that is the most secure gun because it has a grip safety. I still can’t carry appendix with it . I agree with you on the firing pin position. It’s a frame of mind.
@@Notorious2024 lol, that guy is every LGS wet dream...
The title says M7 Mako….FYI
They are both feather weight. R7 is much better.
Kimber is better-looking.
Is it before or after three rocks, and 100000 bud lites?
I just purchased the Kimber R7 Mako
The Smith csx made me think of the rail road.. I have a dislike for the csx rail road so, the Gun is a Hard NO for me .
No doubt cxs .