Gary W. Strange
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- Jan 1, 2018
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I own 7 1911s right now. Colt series 70 Government model in 38 Super and 45ACP, a Colt Stainless Combat Commander, a Colt WW1 1911 remake, a Springfield Trophy match, a Dan Wesson Razorback and a Kimber Pro Raptor. I bought it because one of my shooting buddies had one and it was a great shooter. I loved the way it shot. It was accurate, well made and RELIABLE. So I had my ffl dealer order me one. When I got it, I did not care for the plastic mainspring housing, so I put a Ed Brown maxi well on it and changed the grips. I have 600 rounds through it now. Ammo of all types, from ball to flat nose, hollow points and even some lead bullet reloads. It has never failed. Not a single jam or stoppage. It is still just as tight as it was, when it was new. The trigger is great.The one complaint I have is the plastic mainspring housing. I can’t understand what Kimber would build a nice pistol, put a plastic part on it. I owned a Kimber 1911, when they first come out. I sold it to buy something else. As best I can remember, it was a good pistol. Why does everyone hate them so? What am I missing. Quality wise, in my view, they are a step above Springfield and maybe a step lower than Dan Wesson, as far as fit and finish. I carry this pistol, a lot during the summer. I trust it, with my life. I would like to hear the good and the bad, people have to say about Kimber 1911’s. Don’t want to start a bashing or downing anything. Just honest experience with Kimber 1911s. I know Kimber was responsible for getting Colt, Springfield and others to up their game, making 1911s. Used to, A 1911 would rattle, new on the shelf. Kimber changed all that. Please chime in. I may comment more, or just read and listen. Please no bashing or putting down anyone’s guns or opinions.