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The Kimber R7 Mako is designed for 9mm Luger ammunition, and reviews confirm it reliably handles hot 124-grain NATO-spec FMJ rounds, often used in range testing, with many users finding it handles +P loads well too, though a steady diet of +P isn't recommended by Kimber for longevity.

Hi Joe, 9mm in this case refers to 9mm Luger, 9mm Parabellum, 9 x 19, or simply 9mm. They are all the same cartridge. . 9mm NATO ammo has the exact same dimensions as the 9mm Luger. It should load perfectly in any weapon designed for the cartridge. However, because 9mm NATO is a military round, manufacturers load it to higher pressures. (This delivers greater velocity and energy.) But the increased pressure means it's almost like a +P round and it is not identical to 9mm Luger. The Kimber Mako is designed to handle +P ammo. Stay safe & have a great day!

Hi Joe and welcome. Yes. 9 Millimeter goes by many different names including 9mm, mm Luger, 9mm Parabellum, 9 x 19 or simply Nine. 9mm Nato is just a higher-pressure Military loading of 9mm. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy!

9mm = 9mm Luger, 9mm Parabellum, 9 x 19, or simply 9mm. They are all the same!

Good afternoon to you!! The 9mm Luger is one of many names the 9x19 goes by. 9mm parabellum is another. 9mm NATO is just a higher pressure version of the 9mm. Hope this helps. Have a good rest of your day. 🇺🇸🇺🇸 'Merica' 🇺🇸🇺🇸