I had my order in at three different shops from the time the PF9 release was announced until May when one became available. I did not want to risk the potentially long wait for a HC model, so I jumped on the first blued model that came available. I also knew to watch for serial numbers over the first 1000 "early release" guns.
Having owned 5 different kT's over the years, including a P11 pistol and Sub 2000 rifle (both traded for other KT's), and currently a P32 (for the wife), a P3AT, and PF9, I am very familiar with KT products, service department and functionality. Out of the five, the P3AT was the only one I had any issues with. I wanted that one to work so much that I insisted on keeping it moving back and forth to Cocoa, FL, until it did. As much as I like my Kimber Stainless Compact, I have to admit that I have fewer problems with my P3AT. It serves a real purpose in concealability as there are few pockets it won't fit in to. The PF9 is obviously a larger platform as far as pocketability, although not a whole lot larger. At only 11.8 ounces it carries well in a sport coat, vest pocket or larger pants pocket. The thin profile makes IWB very comfortable. The sights are very similar to standard iron sights found on most guns, with painted white dots, and easily adjustable for windage. Elevation can be adjusted by adding shims, although I have no experience with that aspect. The new package only comes with a single magazine, but both the flat base plate and the pinkie rest base plate are included. The trigger is DA only and about 7-8 pounds (mine, and I have not guaged it since break-in), and long, but smooth with a crisp break. For a light weight self defense pistol I have had no problem with controlability or recoil related problems, but I don't take it to the range to shoot more than 20-30 rounds at a time. I have a lot more guns available for range/target shooting that are more suited to that purpose. As for accuracy, the little gun can be amazingly accurate given a strong wrist and grip. I have benched and sandbagged and easily shot 2 inch groups at 7 yards. Standing, off hand, 4-6 inch groups are more the norm for me. I have found the gun totally reliable two handed, strong hand only and weak hand only. I have shot Magtech, Winchester, Remington, Aguilla, and a few other brass cased rounds, as well as CCI aluminum, with absolutely no ammunition related problems. I have not, and will not shoot commie steel cased ammo in anything but a commie gun, so I have not tried wolf, monarch or silver bear in my PF9.
One of my best friends ended up with a HC model in July, and it is very nice looking, and like mine is 100% reliable so far. The HC would by far be the best for IWB carry, but I will not complain about being "stuck" with plain old blue.
