Kimber 1911 Overview

Kimber 1911 is one of the most popular pistols in the market today, and for good reason. Kimber has put itself in near a class of it’s own when it comes to a good reputation in terms of dependability, accuracy, and quality. Kimber is consistently rated as one of the best weapons in its class, especially in the area of 1911 style full size and compact models.



In the 80’s, manufacturer Kimber Production arrived on the world market, producing the M1911 category handguns. Kimber has ended up having a huge impact on the technology that has molded the market since that time. These developments have helped to keep some costs down, and have certainly brought the quality of parts up. This ability has helped the company to be the frontrunner in high quality 1911’s, far outdistancing their competitors.



Check out the Kimber 1911 Specifications

· Barrel: 4 inches stainless steel with lapped bushingless slide lockup

· Capacity: 8+1

· Frame: Alloy w/satin silver ‘KimPro II’ finish

· Height : 5.25 inches

· Length : 7.7 inches

· Slide: Stainless steel slide w/matte black finish

· Safety: Grip safety, ambidextrous thumb safety

· Sights: Fixed tritium 3-dot

· Trigger pull: 5 pounds

· Type: . 45 ACP 1911-style semi-automatic

· Weight: 28 ounces empty w/magazine, 37 oz. loaded



The Kimber 1911 is one the best and most widely chosen firearms for personal safety, military, special commando operations, and for home security. Multitudes of law enforcement, as well as private security firms, the United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command, and the Los Angeles Police Department SWAT, are all fans of the Kimber 1911. The Kimber 1911 is also used as the training firearm by the U.S.A. Shooting Rapid Fire Pistol Team when in preparation for the Olympics.



If you’ve never had one of those, “I could just kick myself” moments………..go ahead and buy something else besides a Kimber, and you will.