Reviews
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Jul 14, 2020
Richard, about Ed Brown EVO KC9, 9mm - Stainless
Oct 13, 2019
The EVO KC9 has top quality parts, build, fit and finish - the same quality that $3,500+ firearms offer. Ed Brown confirmed this fact; building KC9 in batches allowed them to offer the same quality but at the $1,895 price point, opening doors to different option batches and the 9mm 1911 market segment.
Initial Impressions:
Out of the box - actually out of the very nice and compact range bag made by Bulldog, the KC9 was everything that I was expecting. Excellent fit and finish and attention to detail.
The profile is nice and slim, yet the grips feel substantial in the hand. Bull Barrel. The “Snakeskin” pattern on the front and back of the grip is amazing - hands slide up but not down. The 7-top cut slide is really nice, as are the stylish but functional slide serrations.
The stainless finish quality is excellent.
On The Range:
The “Tactical Edge” rear sight (all-black) is new to me - the half-circle cut is very small which is awesome for precise aiming; I could see the front sight moving even when I thought that I was perfectly still - very accurate!
The front sight is the Orange HD XR in daylight and glows green at night (another first for me, and I like it!) The raised portion of the grip safety definitely helped me transition to 1911.
Mags slide effortlessly in or out with the mag release button depressed. However, a firm press (but no whack) is required to insert with 9 + 1.
The mag release is firm, but I don’t find it to be a problem - I’d rather have a firm press than mags accidentally falling out. Reach to the mag button requires adjusting your grip or a second hand.
Two 9-round mags are provided (including plastic base plate extensions for optional use.) I’d rather leave the mag extensions off, and like the reference of feeling the flat mag baseplate siting flush.
The manual safety is quite firm as well, especially when activating the safety. Body mechanics make it easier to push DOWN for safety off. This is actually good for concealed carry, as I doubt that the safety would easily “walk” to the off position.
The trigger is really crisp to the point that I thought that it was heavier than the trigger spec of 3.5 to 4.5 pounds. Top Gun measured the trigger pull at just under 4 pounds - exactly to spec. I am anticipating the trigger break loosening up a bit at around 500 rounds.
Ammo:
Ed Brown recommends 115 or 124 grain ammo, stating that 147 grain might be a bit much especially with cartridges a bit on the long side. Federal or Winchester White Box recommended.
The EVO KC9 ate all the ammo that I fed it without a hiccup. Federal and Winchester were out of stock, so I ran S&B 115gr and 124gr FMJ, SIG 124gr Elite V-Crown JHP, and Hornady 115gr Critical Defense (a very short round.) This gun feeds well!
Accuracy:
Accuracy is so awesome that I am actually getting bored with paper targets! I just ordered some steel targets from MGM Targets in AR550 hard steel... REALLY looking forward to them! Hickok45 has an excellent video on shooting steel safely.
There are not many Ed Brown EVO KC9s around in inventory. Scoop one up if it appeals to you! I found it to be an excellent entry into custom 1911s.
My experiences with Top Gun Supply have always been excellent.
Robert S., about Grayguns Fat Guide Rod - Sig P320 Full Size - Super Black
Apr 25, 2017
Much more fun to shoot from such a simple modification.
Mark Santorelli, about Grayguns Fat Guide Rod - Sig P228/P229 - Super Black
Mar 24, 2018
Ollie Barry, about Mec-Gar P226 X5 .40/.357 14RD magazine - AFC
Apr 18, 2019
Mark jaeger, about CZ Rami 9mm 14rd - Blue
May 18, 2020
1911disciple, about Milt Sparks VM2, 4.25" 1911 PURCHASED
May 9, 2017
Norm, about B&J Machine P500 Pro Universal Sight Tool
Mar 26, 2018
John Manley, about Sig Sauer P365 9mm 12RD Magazine - Extended Capacity
Oct 15, 2018
I compared the size and weight of the fully loaded 365 plus one extra magazine to what I carried as a rookie on the Chicago PD-a 42 oz 6 shot .38 special and we were then limited to 6 extra rounds in a dump pouch (the operative word here is "dump"). The difference is weight and bulk is absolutely incredible. I really would like the option of a safety though, simply because I am an old cop and always packed semi autos with a safety.
My absolute favorite handgun forever, conceals 13 rounds like no other handgun!
Brent, about Sig Sauer P250/320 Grip 9/40/357 Compact - Small Grip - FDE
Jun 12, 2017
Earl D Petit, about 9CT PTR 601, 9mm
Jul 20, 2020
Dan, about Sig Sauer P365 9mm 12RD Magazine - Extended Capacity
Apr 21, 2019
Sig Customer service was no help. They said to load up the mag and let it sit for a week or so to let the spring settle down. I did as suggested and it's been 2 weeks and still have the same problem. When I told CS I wanted a replacement, I was told that they couldn't guarantee that the replacement would be any better.
Tom, about Kimber KimPro Tac-Mag 1911 Govt, Commander .45 8RD Stainless Steel Magazine
Jul 18, 2017
Rob Larriviere, about LWRC Individual Carbine A5 16" Rifle - .223/5.56MM - Premium Grey
Jul 20, 2020
Lemar Davis, about Canik TP9 Series Magazine, 9mm - 20RD
Sep 20, 2020
Johnathan , about Sig Sauer E2 Grip Kit P226
Nov 5, 2017
David Filippi, about Mec-Gar P228/229 9mm 10rd magazine- NICKEL
Apr 2, 2023
Timothy Fischer, about Sig Sauer SIGPRO 2022/2340/2009 Short Trigger-BLACK
Jun 16, 2018
Guest, about Kimber Master Carry Pro .45 ACP
Robert Entler, about Kimber 1911 Compact, 9mm 8RD Stainless Steel Magazine
Apr 24, 2019
Scott Johnson, about Sig Sauer P226 Grips, Black Polymer
Jul 25, 2020
Kevin Wallace, about Milt Sparks VM2, 4.25" 1911
Feb 23, 2018
Ron Remmerde, about X-Grip - Sig P228/P229/M11
Apr 25, 2018
Paul Fullem, about Sig Sauer Striker Assembly, P365
Jan 6, 2019
Curly Sport, about Kimber Micro 9 Extended Magazine, 9mm 7RD
Jul 29, 2020