The Kimber K6s in .357 Magnum is a 6-shot DA/SA revolver with a 3-inch stainless steel barrel, rosewood grips, and white dot sights on a 4.6-inch radius. At 25.1 oz it carries well for an all-steel .357, and the 7.6-inch overall length fits most holsters without trouble. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: K6s 
• Caliber: .357 Mag / .38 Special 
• Barrel Length: 3 inches 
• Overall Length: 7.6 inches 
• Height: 5 inches 
• Width: 1.39 inches 
• Capacity: 6 rounds 
• Action: Double/Single Action (DA/SA) 
• Weight: 25.1 oz 
• Frame Material: Stainless Steel 
• Finish: Stainless / Rosewood 
• Sights: White dot, 4.6-inch radius 
• Grips: Walnut with diamond checkering 
   

Features 

The DA trigger pull runs 9.5 to 11.5 lbs; SA pull is 3.25 to 4.25 lbs. That range works whether you're firing quickly under pressure or taking a deliberate shot. The stainless frame handles humidity and weather without needing constant maintenance. Diamond-checkered walnut grips look good and hold securely. They're comfortable during extended range sessions without being rough. 
 
The 6-round cylinder is the main reason many shooters choose this over 5-shot .38s: one extra round matters, and the frame is still compact enough for concealed carry. 
 

Usage 

Built for concealed carry and personal defense. The .38 Special option lets you practice at lower cost and recoil, then carry .357 Magnum when the situation warrants it. Also works for target shooting at the range where the adjustable single-action trigger pull gives precise shot placement.

The Kimber K6s gets strong marks in the revolver community. Owners consistently mention reliability. Revolvers have fewer failure points than semi-autos, and the K6s holds to that reputation. The .357 Magnum caliber draws positive comments for stopping power, and the stainless finish with rosewood grips is widely considered one of the better-looking compact revolvers available.

Ergonomics are a common positive: the grip shape and weight distribution make it comfortable for most hand sizes, and the 25.1 oz weight soaks up some of the .357 recoil compared to ultralight titanium or scandium revolvers.

The recurring criticism is recoil with full-power .357 loads. It's manageable, but a few users note that shooters new to magnum revolvers should spend time with .38 Special loads before running hot .357 rounds. Price also comes up. It's at the higher end of the compact revolver market, which prompts comparisons to Smith and Wesson J and L frames. Most owners conclude the fit and finish justify the price, but the comparison is reasonable.