{"title":"Red dot adapters for Kimber models","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis collection brings together every red dot adapter we have for Kimber models: optics ready plates for Kimber models with a factory optic cut, and red dot mounts for Kimber models without one. Pick your model above and you see only the plates or mounts that fit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlate or mount: which one does your Kimber model take\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptics Ready Kimber models\u003c\/strong\u003e have a factory optic cut in the slide, closed with a cover plate. They take an optics ready plate. The plate goes into the cut and connects it to the footprint of your red dot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKimber models without an optic cut\u003c\/strong\u003e take a red dot mount. The mount replaces the rear sight in its dovetail. You need no slide milling and no permanent modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mount does not fit an Optics Ready model, and a plate does not fit a model without the cut. Choose your exact model, including the Optics Ready (OR) or MOS part of its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOptics Ready Kimber models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have an optic plate for the Kimber KDS9C with a factory optic cut. The plate is machined from steel by Impact Machine in the USA. It takes red dots with the Shield RMSc or the Holosun K-series footprint. Both footprints are common on compact pistol red dots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the factory cover plate from the optic cut. Screw the optic plate into its place, then screw the red dot onto the plate. No milling is needed and you can do it yourself. Threadlocker on the screws is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor plates for other brands, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/optics-ready-plates\"\u003eOptics ready plates\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKimber models without an optic cut\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKimber pistols are celebrated for their craftsmanship, reliability, and precision—favored by defensive shooters, enthusiasts, and competitors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs red dot optics become increasingly popular for fast target acquisition and accuracy, many Kimber owners are upgrading their pistols. The first step? Choosing the right red dot mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe provide a range of red dot mounts for popular Kimber models like the 1911, and others—no need for permanent slide modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible with popular red dot footprints\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur mounts include dovetail adapters designed for a wide range of red dot sight footprints, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrijicon RMR footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeupold Delta Point Pro footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShield RMSc footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolosun K-Series footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoblex \/ Vortex Venom footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAimpoint Acro footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC-More RTS footprint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMounting red dots on your Kimber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Kimber pistols don’t come optics-ready, but that doesn’t mean you can’t run a red dot. Our dovetail-based mounts replace the rear sight to provide a secure and stable optic installation—no slide milling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to pick the right red dot mount for your Kimber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, confirm your Kimber model. Then match the red dot mount to your optic’s footprint. Browse our collection below to find the ideal setup for your Kimber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMounts by Kimber model\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-dot-mounts-for-kimber-1911\" title=\"Red dot mounts for Kimber 1911\"\u003eRed dot mounts for Kimber 1911\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Red dot mounts for Kimber Rapide\" href=\"\/collections\/red-dot-mounts-for-kimber-rapide\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNeed help choosing a mount?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which mount or red dot footprint fits your Kimber? \u003ca title=\"Contact us | Optics Spot\" href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\/\"\u003eReach out to us\u003c\/a\u003e. We’ll help you get the perfect setup, hassle-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor iron sights, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sights-for-kimber-models\"\u003eSights for Kimber models\u003c\/a\u003e. For the tools you need, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/installation-tools\"\u003eInstallation tools\u003c\/a\u003e. For other brands, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-dot-adapters\"\u003eRed dot adapters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I install an optic plate on my Kimber KDS9C at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. No milling is needed, and you can do it yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the cover plate from the optic cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrew the optic plate into the cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrew the red dot onto the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut a drop of threadlocker on every screw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich red dots will fit my KDS9C?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed dots with the Shield RMSc or Holosun K-series footprint, for example Shield red dots or the Holosun 407K and 507K. The Impact Machine plate takes both footprints.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kimber-kds9c-optics-ready-plate-holosun-k-series-shield-rmsc-footprint","title":"Kimber KDS9C optics ready plate | Shield RMSc \u0026 Holosun K-series footprint","description":"\u003cp\u003eOptics-ready mounting plate \u003cstrong\u003efor Kimber KDS9C Optics Ready models\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllows mounting \u003cstrong\u003ered dots with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-dots-with-shield-rmsc-footprint\"\u003eShield RMSc\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/red-dots-with-holosun-k-series-footprint\"\u003eHolosun K-series\u003c\/a\u003e footprints \u003c\/strong\u003eon the factory OR interface. Full compatibility list is below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachined from durable steel in USA by Impact Machine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Impact Machine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46007484547339,"sku":"2100","price":98.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2677\/5563\/files\/Kimber_KDS9C_optics_ready_plate_Shield_RMSc_Holosun_K-series_footprints.jpg?v=1766166566"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/2677\/5563\/collections\/Kimber_d066b98a-c72a-44cc-ba8a-b0440b46a89f.jpg?v=1794227565","url":"https:\/\/www.optics-spot.eu\/collections\/red-dot-adapters-for-kimber-models.oembed","provider":"Optics Spot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}