Kimber Compact vs Ultra
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I currently own 5 Kimbers
and 4 other 1911s. I own three gov't models, thre Kimber pro models, two Kimber ultras, and 1 officers model. While the compact might seem like a good idea to some I really see no need for a 4 inch slide on the officers frame. I am surprised at how well I shoot my ultras and officers model. I prfer the pro model over the ultra for everday carry but for those times when you need ultimate concealability, I like the ultra.
and 4 other 1911s. I own three gov't models, thre Kimber pro models, two Kimber ultras, and 1 officers model. While the compact might seem like a good idea to some I really see no need for a 4 inch slide on the officers frame. I am surprised at how well I shoot my ultras and officers model. I prfer the pro model over the ultra for everday carry but for those times when you need ultimate concealability, I like the ultra.
ExMachina
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compact is a great carry size.
IMO, people get over-obsessed with short barrel length in a CCW when it's really the grip that is the hardest bit to conceal.
a 4" barrel still gets you reasonable ballistics out of the 45acp (though not as good as a 5"). if you want anything shorter than a 4" bbl, you should seriously consider moving to a higher pressure round like a 40 or a 9mm--they keep their performance up even in shorter barrels.
IMO, people get over-obsessed with short barrel length in a CCW when it's really the grip that is the hardest bit to conceal.
a 4" barrel still gets you reasonable ballistics out of the 45acp (though not as good as a 5"). if you want anything shorter than a 4" bbl, you should seriously consider moving to a higher pressure round like a 40 or a 9mm--they keep their performance up even in shorter barrels.
Hedgemeister
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I own 2 ultras and now have over 1500 rounds through them. They disappear in my crossbreed supertuck and I recommend them. I have not had the issues some others on THR state they have. With Kimpro tacmags and wilsons they have been 100% even with steel cased ammo after the first 300 rounds. .
Valkman
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I carry a Compact CDP, and you can't do better IMHO. Accuracy is awesome and the gun is LIGHT!
I sold my Kimber Pro in preference to my Kimber Ultra. Love it.
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