Description
This is the factory Kimber compact magazine built to the same specifications as the magazines that come with Kimber's top-tier compact 1911 pistols. With its laser-welded stainless steel construction and welded base plate, you get a magazine that resists corrosion and handles the demands of regular carry or range use without breaking down.
Laser-Welded Construction Built for Real Use
Kimber uses laser welding on this compact magazine to create a durable, corrosion-resistant steel tube that won't degrade with exposure to moisture or extended storage. The wide-cut witness holes let you see exactly how many rounds are loaded without removing the magazine from your gun, which matters when you're checking your capacity on the fly.
Steel Parts That Do Their Job
The magazine features a unique all-steel follower paired with a high-tensile steel wire spring. That combination handles smooth feeding in compact 1911 frames while keeping everything simple and reliable. The follower rides smoothly and doesn't hang up, feeding rounds consistently whether you're running factory loads or your preferred carry ammo through a Kimber Compact, Ultra, or Colt Officer's Model.
Ready for Customization
The magazine comes pre-drilled for base pad installation, so if you want to swap in an aftermarket floor plate for different aesthetics or function, the hardware is already there. One thing to know: new magazines come with fairly stiff springs, so they may take a few rounds of loading before they feel broken in. That's normal and nothing to worry about.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kimber
- Model Number: 1000173A
- UPC: 669278101736
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 7 rounds
- Frame Size: Compact
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Finish: Stainless Steel
- Follower Material: Steel
- Spring Type: High-tensile steel wire
- Base Plate: Welded stainless steel
- Features: Laser-welded tube, wide-cut witness holes, pre-drilled for base pad
- Compatible Models: Kimber Compact & Ultra models (not Ultra+), Colt Officer's Models
- Quantity Per Box: 1
What’s Included
- 1x Kimber 1911 Compact 7-round Magazine in Stainless Steel
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this compact magazine work in my Kimber Ultra?
Yes, this magazine is designed for both Kimber Compact and Ultra models. However, it is not compatible with Ultra+ models. If you own a standard Ultra, this magazine will fit and function properly. The 7-round capacity is common for both frame sizes.
Are Kimber magazines made by Kimber or another manufacturer?
These are factory original Kimber magazines manufactured to Kimber's specifications and quality standards. They are designed and built for use in Kimber 1911 pistols and meet the same tolerances as the magazines that come from the factory.
Why is it hard to load the first time I use this magazine?
New magazines ship with stiff springs, which is completely normal and a sign of quality. After you load and unload the magazine a few times or run it through the gun, the spring will break in and loading becomes noticeably easier. This break-in period typically takes just a few loading cycles.
Can I use this magazine with other 1911 brands?
Yes, 1911 magazines work across brands when the caliber and frame size match. This compact-frame magazine will work in other compact-frame 1911s chambered in .45 ACP, such as Springfield Armory compact models and Colt Officer's Models, though fit and function may vary slightly by gun.






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