Carried one for 10 years. Had the Severn Hard Hat finish put on the slide and barrel. And a 'smith tweaked the trigger. Love that gun. Still sits 2 ft away in my home office desk drawer.
I've had my Kimber Stainless Pro Carry II for several years now. First thing I did was add an Ed Brown stainless main spring housing. Looks similar to the Raptor one. Very happy with this pistol.
Bought a stainless pro carry used in 2000 for 450 bucks. 1 failure to feed with serrated hollowpoint and one stovepipe probably because of a weak grip. Never a failure with ball ammo. The older it gets the better it shoots. Its a solid product.
I've had the Pro-carry with Crimson Trace grip as a carry gun for a long time. Mine is extremely accurate and reliable. Thousands of rounds through it. Arguably the most accurate pistol I shoot. I carry a couple of different 9mm's as well, but the Kimber is my choice for a very confident solution to a bad situation.
I'm wondering do they not hold value very well, and why? I'm considering one now that is barely used. Pretty much indestiguisable from a brand new one for only $700. Seems almost too good to be true.
Bought one back in the very late nineties. It was my edc for years and years. I still carry it In the summer months because 1911s are so nice and slim they cover wasily under a tee shirt with a loose fitting Hawaiin shirt. I even shoot in local IDPA maybe chew one in awhile.
Regarding the polymer backstrap, if wanted, one could purchase the Kimber flaired magwell which incorporates a metal backstrap with the appropriate serations. Also available from Kimber is the Grip Safety with the memory bump. A nice piece. Very easy to install. Each comes in either blued or white metal.
Just purchased this pistol for my fiancé. She LOVES it. I was hesitant to get it, due to Kimber having previous QC issues, but it’s a fine pistol. Very nice craftsmanship.
I had this gun about 4 years ago in the crimson trace option. I think it's called crimson pro carry II or something like that. Had to sell it to pay for nursing school. I about cried when I had to sell that one. 😢 Well that one and my ruger Blackhawk with rosewood grips in 44 mag. Breaks my heart!
If you got your RN, you should be able to replace both. I own 2 Kimbers, a pro carry ll in 4t and a micro 9. I also sold a ruger 44, but mine is not replaceable. It was a Super Blackhawk with a case hardened frame. Rare gun.
Lol, RN's don't make as much as you.think we make to be able to re- acquire those hand guns, especially in today's economy. You would be disgusted to know that hospitals pay nurses on average only 50k a year which is barely enough to live on while still living check to check with a family.
I've had mine for a tad over a year now and it's a sweet gun. I've only put 200 rounds through it but I've had no issues at all. The trigger is amazing. I live in NY so I have to carry concealed and it is difficult come summertime but with Kimbers reputation I bought the Micro .380 Eclipse for summertime carry. Another beauty...tighter groups on the range than the PCII but a slightly stiffer trigger. Nice review.
I really love this style of bright metal frame with polished hot salt blue slide. SA is doing the same with the Ronin style. I handled that same model Kimber at Cabela’s about a month ago. It is really nice…and light! I don’t know what’s taking me so long to just buy a 1911! I really enjoyed the video. Thank you
Great review of a tremendous affordable 1911. Despite it being over 900 retail, you get a lot of bang for your buck. I have 3 Kimber pistols, the Custom Carry II, Aegis Elite Ultra both in 45 cal. And I have the Micro 9 two tone. All three are a thing of beauty and function as good as the look.
Just got mine,2 Kimber mags and the same pro carry 2 no malfunctions ran flawless out a 150 lawman ball ammo 230 grain!!! Great gun my son was putting bullets in the same hole he was super impressed and he's a Glock fan!!!
Ive had a cdp custom 2 sence 2007 its a 3 in barrel. I carry it 7 days a week all day very comforably carry 8 rounds. Wilson combat mags 3 7round 1 10 round 1 15 round. This gun is very accurate. Can put 8 rounds in a 4 in group in 5 sec. At 25 yards and i dont go to the range that much. Im 75 years old. I use alien gear out side and shoulder holster.
I have the Ultra Carry II. It's smaller and it's my EDC. It also came with the crimson laser grips which are awesome! My only negative is the little paper clip type tool that is needed for the barrel takedown.
I own SA, Kimber and Colt 1911s and enjoy them all - ALL in 45 ACP, the ONLY caliber for me. The Colt is a 5 inch Gov't series 80 and the Kimber is an Eclipse Target II, my SA Ronin is commander size and the main reason I chose it over a Kimber is the full barrel bushing rather than the paper clip for take down. Several thousand rounds down range through each pistol with factory 230 grain hardball in Kim Pro and Wilson mags. I have Crossbreed leather and it also works just fine. Thanks for your review, well done!
I love mine. I got my Kimber Pro Carry II last year. I love it. Smoothest shooting out of all my guns. The only change I have made was pearl grips. She comes with from when i wake up until time to sleep. F
What a beautiful gun Sootch00! Great review as usual, feels like a family member describing the gun! Hooray this gun is California legal?!? 🤷🏻 thanks Sootch00!!
I carried one for one full year every day no exception, it was a Colt MK IV series 80 combat commander SS and stag grips. Shoulder holster, tanker holster, appendix, and OWB. I have to say a SIG P365 is better. Although the 1911 gave me confidence. If I shot a threat center mass, it would be all over and problem solved within only a couple of rounds, maybe ;). I’m glad we never had to find out
Great video sootch, Ive got the predecessor to the pro carry 2, the Pro Carry SLE. Its a great shooting pistol, I got it on a smoking deal from a buddy that bought it brand new back in 2000 and never fired it. Ive put about 50 rounds thru it.
Great review! Also read the comments. Guys….you can find a bad review on the internet for almost every gun! I’m not saying a lemon cant leave the factory, but I’ve seen people hate guns on the range only to find simple fixes after helping people on the range. My Example would be(yes a jam o magic kimber) him and his wife were using 1911 mags I never heard of and they bragged how the mags were 9$ a piece. Gave them my Springfield mag….gun ran great! Next I saw a person who could not run their Glock at all. I spent very little time with them correcting the problem because after watching them I saw immediately they had their elbow bent down to almost their hip and they held the gun like they were about to drop it(limp wrist) I should them how to hold it, and the Glock owned the day. My point is, yes! Lemons leave the factory. But please try many things before you give up on the gun. Be safe my fellow shooters and have a great Christmas!
Bought a 4 inch kimber years ago. Checkered the front strap had the whole hard chromed my go to 45 for shootin steel..shoots very good..not really a aluminum frame guy.
Owned three kimbers. Custom race gun, ultra carry, and Kimber custom. Hated every single one of them. Every one of them had feeding issues no matter what type of ammo I used. Sold those three guns for enough to buy two other 1911 and have a lil pocket change. Best decision ever.
I'm so excited, cause me and my dad do guns, and I'm gonna shoot a 45. ACP for the first time. Then probably 10mm. But everything about the gun is amazing, even the frame, everything about it blows me away and just beats the hell out of a lot of the 45. ACPS.
You should put your outdoor audio through a simple EQ and cut all frequency below 100 Hz, it will get rid of that low sub rumble caused by the wind on your mic, thanks for the review
Back in 2000 they let me use a kimber in glock matches and the guy I couldn't beat asked me if I ever wanted to sell the gun let ME know! Still got her!
Had a Kimber. Paid an awful lot of money for it. Sold it after 2 months. Feed jams, stovepipes, and ejecting the spent shells into my forehead or between my eyes. Never again.
Once Para and Rock Island came out with these in doublestack , I don't understand why others didn't follow. 7-10 rounds is just so limiting. The same flat base mags are 17 round in 9mm doublestack, (15 in .45acp). Maybe offer this 4" aluminum frame in single just for carry as an option, I could see that. Ill keep my Commander doublestack RIA. Beautiful gun tho.
A Rarity ! A UA-cam video with Someone that ACTUALLY is Knowledgeable about 1911’s ! 1911’s are NOT for Rambo impersonators ! 1911’s requires training & knowledge of function. However if a person is willing to put in the needed schooling & training ? Then the MAGIC of a 1911 becomes Undeniable & a pleasure. Enjoyed this video.
I have the Ultra Carry II with the Crimson laser grips. It's my EDC and I shoot it a lot. It has never failed and I have never had a malfunction of any kind.
I like my old Ruger 45 it's always been a good gun and I've owned it 20 years but between those two guns you have scooch I'll take that beautiful colt you got and you can keep that kember it's a nice gun but that colts got it beat hands down thank you for the video
Hard to beat a pro carry . I have its Dad the elite carry . Its what i call a cco . Its a goldilocks gun . Officer frame with the 4 inch barrel . Better reliability . Longer lock time .
The “problem” with Kimbers is that they seem to always hit right where I think I’m aiming! Thanks for another informative review! What other 1911 platforms do you guys like?
I just wish they would offer them without schwartz safety as well. And jet the full length guide rod. I want one of these or a springfield for carry option. Ill probably be ok with the schwartz safety. For a carry gun. I carry a full size colt competition special now i have no problem with that one. But a 4 inch aluminum frame would be even better. 4 inch barrel give you a little better ballistics vs 3 inch. I had a kimber custom years ago i feel like the full length guide rod gave it problems. I may settle for LW 5INCH as well. As kimber seems to be making those pretty nice. It appears kimber has improved their reliabilty lately.
Ive got a kimber pro elite kpe. I think its the Predecessor to the pro cdp ii. Its a series 1 custom 70s pre shwarts safety. The upgrade is a wilson combat spring and guide rod. The dif with yours is the name change and theslide is black on mine. Theres not any videos on the KPE and im trying to figure out how good of a gun it is for all around use.
I have a question about the engraving on the right side. Do they swap up where they put the "Kimber Yonkers, NY USA?" Sometimes I see all of it engraved to the left of where the slidestop comes through and sometimes the "Kimber" is on the left of the slidestop and the "Yonkers, NY USA" is to the right. And I am talking about the same "Kimber stainless pro carry ii. 45acp"
One aspect I don't appreciate is the serrated trigger face. After several long days at the range, it digs into my trigger finger. Much prefer a smooth faced trigger.
45 ACP velocity does change its temperament. 800 fps is nice but going over 850 or so really increases recoil and ability to be accurate if not used to higher velocity ammo
@@sootch00 yes you can feel a difference with bullet weight in this larger caliber. I find 230gr at over 900+ fps becomes a stout loading and not for target use.
The things I don't like about my Pro Carry II is the front strap and mag. It is checkered at 30LPI but it still slick as a bald front strap. Kimber did a horrible job on the checkering. It's not sharp at all. The OEM mags are crap and would not feed the first or second rounds. Cobra Mags are awesome.
Hi, nobody uses 7 round mags in 1911 4” and 5” pistols, not for 20 years. And in 3’ 1911s no one uses 6 round mags any longer it’s 7 rounds mags. These mags use a bumper on the bottom and flush fitting mags are passé. Ricky from IBM, Ret
@Frank Bonazza III , "Rock Islands are made in the Philippines..." My Rock Island 1911 10mm was made in Nevada, by Americans. Strong, Accurate, well made, good bang for the buck. ...
@Frank Bonazza III dude. I’ve seen them fail to get guns out the door at the factory trying to get them through test fire, wrong parts installed (mainly springs), parts break before leaving the factory, finish issues that was overlooked to get it shipped for the order (k6 royals leaving with tool marks on the top strap for example), also our morning meetings we were told “we aren’t doing anything important, just making guns” (that was to remind us to be safe). I want kimber to do good, and be good but it wasn’t for sure when I was there. I felt morally bad about some of the quality we had leaving.
Hey there, I’m going to buy a Kimber pro or an ultra. What does everybody think? I have heard the pro model is more reliable than the ultra any help you could give me would be appreciated.
Rare you see anybody doing reviews of 1911's in 45 acp, people have all went to them in 9mm. Nice change of pace. Love the 45
45 removes the soul
@George Washington we Americans could easily control it if the government would mind its own business and stay out of ours
They all fall to ball.
It’s not rare at all
I carry a Kimber Pro CDP II every day. I own 9 mm but I carry .45.
Carried one for 10 years. Had the Severn Hard Hat finish put on the slide and barrel. And a 'smith tweaked the trigger. Love that gun. Still sits 2 ft away in my home office desk drawer.
What do u Carry now
@@redacted404notfound9 I carry a Shield .45 7+1 named her "VESPER"
@George Washington What does this have to do with Grevlain comment??
I've had my Kimber Stainless Pro Carry II for several years now. First thing I did was add an Ed Brown stainless main spring housing. Looks similar to the Raptor one. Very happy with this pistol.
Was there anything else you changed out? It would be nice to start a new project without buying an entirely new platform
My father loved his Kimbers and I consider myself lucky to have had them pass down to me. One of them is a custom EDC. It’s a beauty.
Bought a stainless pro carry used in 2000 for 450 bucks. 1 failure to feed with serrated hollowpoint and one stovepipe probably because of a weak grip. Never a failure with ball ammo. The older it gets the better it shoots. Its a solid product.
I've wanted this gun for many years. After a very positive experience with my Micro 9, I would love to make the Pro Carry 2 my next purchase.
I've had the Pro-carry with Crimson Trace grip as a carry gun for a long time. Mine is extremely accurate and reliable. Thousands of rounds through it. Arguably the most accurate pistol I shoot. I carry a couple of different 9mm's as well, but the Kimber is my choice for a very confident solution to a bad situation.
Yeah, the Crimson laser grip is awesome!
Every 1911 owner claims their 1911 is reliable until they have to prove it.
@@SOLDOZERHave it your way
I love my Kimber Pro Carry 2. I've had it for 3 years. I paid only $550.00 for it. It's been 100% reliable and is pin point accurate
Thank you. How many rounds? Just curious.
I'm wondering do they not hold value very well, and why? I'm considering one now that is barely used. Pretty much indestiguisable from a brand new one for only $700. Seems almost too good to be true.
@grizz2532 I ended up buying the Pro Carry 2 I mentioned above. I love it!
Mine is same in video; great gun paid $579.00! I think 191s just aren’t the thing right now, but the PCII is a great gun!
I had a Super Carry Pro that would chew through any ammo I fed it. Nice review, Sootch!
Thanks Josiah!
I have watched you I think for years at this point off and on your always positive on your reviews
Bought one back in the very late nineties. It was my edc for years and years. I still carry it In the summer months because 1911s are so nice and slim they cover wasily under a tee shirt with a loose fitting Hawaiin shirt. I even shoot in local IDPA maybe chew one in awhile.
My pro-carry ll is 30 years old. Absolutely love it . Only thing I’ve done is replace all springs with a Wilson combat spring kit.
Regarding the polymer backstrap, if wanted, one could purchase the Kimber flaired magwell which incorporates a metal backstrap with the appropriate serations. Also available from Kimber is the Grip Safety with the memory bump. A nice piece. Very easy to install. Each comes in either blued or white metal.
Just purchased this pistol for my fiancé. She LOVES it. I was hesitant to get it, due to Kimber having previous QC issues, but it’s a fine pistol. Very nice craftsmanship.
I had this gun about 4 years ago in the crimson trace option. I think it's called crimson pro carry II or something like that. Had to sell it to pay for nursing school. I about cried when I had to sell that one. 😢 Well that one and my ruger Blackhawk with rosewood grips in 44 mag. Breaks my heart!
If you got your RN, you should be able to replace both. I own 2 Kimbers, a pro carry ll in 4t and a micro 9. I also sold a ruger 44, but mine is not replaceable. It was a Super Blackhawk with a case hardened frame. Rare gun.
Lol, RN's don't make as much as you.think we make to be able to re- acquire those hand guns, especially in today's economy. You would be disgusted to know that hospitals pay nurses on average only 50k a year which is barely enough to live on while still living check to check with a family.
@@jeremiahortiz1696 get into contract work. You'll make 3 to 4k a week.
I've had mine for a tad over a year now and it's a sweet gun. I've only put 200 rounds through it but I've had no issues at all. The trigger is amazing. I live in NY so I have to carry concealed and it is difficult come summertime but with Kimbers reputation I bought the Micro .380 Eclipse for summertime carry. Another beauty...tighter groups on the range than the PCII but a slightly stiffer trigger. Nice review.
I really love this style of bright metal frame with polished hot salt blue slide. SA is doing the same with the Ronin style. I handled that same model Kimber at Cabela’s about a month ago. It is really nice…and light! I don’t know what’s taking me so long to just buy a 1911! I really enjoyed the video. Thank you
Thanks Robert! I love my polymer frame striker fire's but there's something about a 1911 that is classic.
Great review of a tremendous affordable 1911. Despite it being over 900 retail, you get a lot of bang for your buck. I have 3 Kimber pistols, the Custom Carry II, Aegis Elite Ultra both in 45 cal. And I have the Micro 9 two tone. All three are a thing of beauty and function as good as the look.
Just got mine,2 Kimber mags and the same pro carry 2 no malfunctions ran flawless out a 150 lawman ball ammo 230 grain!!! Great gun my son was putting bullets in the same hole he was super impressed and he's a Glock fan!!!
Ive had a cdp custom 2 sence 2007 its a 3 in barrel. I carry it 7 days a week all day very comforably carry 8 rounds. Wilson combat mags 3 7round 1 10 round 1 15 round. This gun is very accurate. Can put 8 rounds in a 4 in group in 5 sec. At 25 yards and i dont go to the range that much. Im 75 years old. I use alien gear out side and shoulder holster.
Same here I bought mine in 2008.
IMO, the "Carry" version should have night sights. Nice looking 1911!
Glad I seen it for less than the price mentioned here. with the caliber and reputation a good 2nd carry conceal purchase for sure. Thank you!
I have the Ultra Carry II. It's smaller and it's my EDC. It also came with the crimson laser grips which are awesome! My only negative is the little paper clip type tool that is needed for the barrel takedown.
That style takedown is easier than standard 1911 😆
How far will the shorter barrel of the ultra model shoot before accuracy drops off?
@@vodkaone1053 You dont carry a gun with 3" barrel for accuracy.
I own SA, Kimber and Colt 1911s and enjoy them all - ALL in 45 ACP, the ONLY caliber for me. The Colt is a 5 inch Gov't series 80 and the Kimber is an Eclipse Target II, my SA Ronin is commander size and the main reason I chose it over a Kimber is the full barrel bushing rather than the paper clip for take down. Several thousand rounds down range through each pistol with factory 230 grain hardball in Kim Pro and Wilson mags. I have Crossbreed leather and it also works just fine. Thanks for your review, well done!
Great video/review! I’ve got the stainless version, great carry piece.
I load mine with HST’s for carry ammo, cycles without a hitch.
I had an original Colt lightweight Commander in the 70’s. I sold it because I thought it kicked too much. Boy I wish I had that gun now.
I have a kimber stainless ii with Wilson combat grips and mags. I love that piece
I love mine. I got my Kimber Pro Carry II last year. I love it. Smoothest shooting out of all my guns. The only change I have made was pearl grips. She comes with from when i wake up until time to sleep. F
I used to have an Ultra Crimson Carry II and with the laser grips it was incredibly accurate despite only having a three-inch barrel.
I have it and it's my EDC! I love it!
What a beautiful gun Sootch00! Great review as usual, feels like a family member describing the gun! Hooray this gun is California legal?!? 🤷🏻 thanks Sootch00!!
Thanks Jack! I appreciate it Brother~
I carried one for one full year every day no exception, it was a Colt MK IV series 80 combat commander SS and stag grips. Shoulder holster, tanker holster, appendix, and OWB. I have to say a SIG P365 is better. Although the 1911 gave me confidence. If I shot a threat center mass, it would be all over and problem solved within only a couple of rounds, maybe ;). I’m glad we never had to find out
Great video sootch, Ive got the predecessor to the pro carry 2, the Pro Carry SLE. Its a great shooting pistol, I got it on a smoking deal from a buddy that bought it brand new back in 2000 and never fired it. Ive put about 50 rounds thru it.
50 rounds in 22 years?
@@Tom-cp6yj yep lol. It’s gonna get shot more by me.
@@Tom-cp6yj I’ve only owned it for a few months.
Thanks Brother! Nothing like a 1911 on the range : )
Great review! Also read the comments. Guys….you can find a bad review on the internet for almost every gun! I’m not saying a lemon cant leave the factory, but I’ve seen people hate guns on the range only to find simple fixes after helping people on the range. My Example would be(yes a jam o magic kimber) him and his wife were using 1911 mags I never heard of and they bragged how the mags were 9$ a piece. Gave them my Springfield mag….gun ran great! Next I saw a person who could not run their Glock at all. I spent very little time with them correcting the problem because after watching them I saw immediately they had their elbow bent down to almost their hip and they held the gun like they were about to drop it(limp wrist) I should them how to hold it, and the Glock owned the day. My point is, yes! Lemons leave the factory. But please try many things before you give up on the gun. Be safe my fellow shooters and have a great Christmas!
Once you hold a 1911 in your hand you'll fall in love ❤️
Sure do
Bought a 4 inch kimber years ago. Checkered the front strap had the whole hard chromed my go to 45 for shootin steel..shoots very good..not really a aluminum frame guy.
Owned three kimbers. Custom race gun, ultra carry, and Kimber custom. Hated every single one of them. Every one of them had feeding issues no matter what type of ammo I used. Sold those three guns for enough to buy two other 1911 and have a lil pocket change. Best decision ever.
I'm so excited, cause me and my dad do guns, and I'm gonna shoot a 45. ACP for the first time. Then probably 10mm. But everything about the gun is amazing, even the frame, everything about it blows me away and just beats the hell out of a lot of the 45. ACPS.
You should put your outdoor audio through a simple EQ and cut all frequency below 100 Hz, it will get rid of that low sub rumble caused by the wind on your mic, thanks for the review
Bought this yesterday at Cabela's along with an Armalite M-15 LTC.
@grizz2532 CWII?
I've got one.Love it... Has a great feel. Shoots great... You can't go wrong. Beautiful and shoots Great.
Nice to have in West Hollywood,
California and Los Angeles, California.
I'm going Beaver Hunting.
Both of my Kimber .45's are
Double/Single action.
I know a couple IDIOTS.
Back in 2000 they let me use a kimber in glock matches and the guy I couldn't beat asked me if I ever wanted to sell the gun let ME know! Still got her!
Had a Kimber. Paid an awful lot of money for it. Sold it after 2 months. Feed jams, stovepipes, and ejecting the spent shells into my forehead or between my eyes. Never again.
Once Para and Rock Island came out with these in doublestack , I don't understand why others didn't follow. 7-10 rounds is just so limiting. The same flat base mags are 17 round in 9mm doublestack, (15 in .45acp). Maybe offer this 4" aluminum frame in single just for carry as an option, I could see that. Ill keep my Commander doublestack RIA. Beautiful gun tho.
A Rarity ! A UA-cam video with Someone that ACTUALLY is Knowledgeable about 1911’s ! 1911’s are NOT for Rambo impersonators ! 1911’s requires training & knowledge of function. However if a person is willing to put in the needed schooling & training ? Then the MAGIC of a 1911 becomes Undeniable & a pleasure. Enjoyed this video.
Love the 45, even our 45th president was the best ever! Thanks Sootch!
Thank you for this video, you have certainly covered a number of my questions ESPECIALLY about the quality of the Kimber name. I AM SOLD!!!!👍
I really enjoy my 1911 Kimber Pro Carry II
Got one and love this gun.
Kimber makes some pretty guns that just don't run well... Fix the QC issues and it would be a great gun to own
I have the Ultra Carry II with the Crimson laser grips. It's my EDC and I shoot it a lot. It has never failed and I have never had a malfunction of any kind.
I like my old Ruger 45 it's always been a good gun and I've owned it 20 years but between those two guns you have scooch I'll take that beautiful colt you got and you can keep that kember it's a nice gun but that colts got it beat hands down thank you for the video
Hard to beat a Colt Government 1911. Such a classic. Thanks Sammy!
No relief cut under the trigger guard. Interesting. It's a nice looking pistol. Thanks for the review.
Hard to beat a pro carry . I have its Dad the elite carry . Its what i call a cco . Its a goldilocks gun . Officer frame with the 4 inch barrel . Better reliability . Longer lock time .
I have this gun in 9 mm absolutely great 👍 all black . Bought it for 700 dollars brand new.
The “problem” with Kimbers is that they seem to always hit right where I think I’m aiming! Thanks for another informative review!
What other 1911 platforms do you guys like?
same probem here
Absolutely beautiful gun thanks for sharing sootch00
Thanks for watching Tim!
Your welcome
I love my stainless ProCarry II in 9mm.
Love Kimber, my 2 of3 1911 in 45 and there’s amazing‼️
A masterpiece of a gun
So a fine addition to your collection
...my late wife had an Ultra Carry - first iteration...I carry it now...
I have a super match 2 for me its a great shooter, i do carry it.
Great Video, I have the Pro Carry II, it's a great pistol
Have the Ultra carry in 45 & 9 with 3 inch barrels. I always wanted the Pro carry in Four inch commander length.
Recently added the ambi safety to make it lefty friendly.
Very stylish 1911
I just wish they would offer them without schwartz safety as well. And jet the full length guide rod. I want one of these or a springfield for carry option. Ill probably be ok with the schwartz safety. For a carry gun. I carry a full size colt competition special now i have no problem with that one. But a 4 inch aluminum frame would be even better. 4 inch barrel give you a little better ballistics vs 3 inch. I had a kimber custom years ago i feel like the full length guide rod gave it problems. I may settle for LW 5INCH as well. As kimber seems to be making those pretty nice. It appears kimber has improved their reliabilty lately.
Do you have any shooting or grip tips? Your muzzle barely rises even with 45 acp from a 1911
Thanks. 1911 is my favor pistol. But 9x19 is my favor caliber... Ak in 5.56x45...... 1911 ... 4ever
Must admit, great pistol. The Ultra is the same size as the 43X. Plus 8 rounds of 11.5 mm for the new guys. Great carry pistols.
Ive got a kimber pro elite kpe. I think its the Predecessor to the pro cdp ii. Its a series 1 custom 70s pre shwarts safety. The upgrade is a wilson combat spring and guide rod. The dif with yours is the name change and theslide is black on mine. Theres not any videos on the KPE and im trying to figure out how good of a gun it is for all around use.
Damn thats a very sharp piece a kimber is definetly on the list when my money gets right!!
I have a question about the engraving on the right side. Do they swap up where they put the "Kimber Yonkers, NY USA?" Sometimes I see all of it engraved to the left of where the slidestop comes through and sometimes the "Kimber" is on the left of the slidestop and the "Yonkers, NY USA" is to the right. And I am talking about the same "Kimber stainless pro carry ii. 45acp"
Best review channel👍
Excellent video Mr Sootch enjoyed the heck out of it
Thanks Terry!
Sootch, please make more reviews of 1911 pistols. I recommend reviewing the Rock series or Tac series 1911 pistols from Rock Island Armory
Thanks Blitz, I'm a fan of RIA 1911s so hopefully we'll get more on the way.
I love the1911 models, I just wish the magazines held more ammo..
One aspect I don't appreciate is the serrated trigger face. After several long days at the range, it digs into my trigger finger. Much prefer a smooth faced trigger.
Great firearm and great review!!
Thanks Brother!
My last two Kimbers had nothing but problems.
Fabulous review. It was rudimenteriry!
Lol! Thanks Alex!
45 ACP velocity does change its temperament. 800 fps is nice but going over 850 or so really increases recoil and ability to be accurate if not used to higher velocity ammo
The Fiocchi 230 gr was going 860 fps and not bad recoil, but we used to reload 200 gr lead at 800 fps for IPSC matches and it was a soft shooter.
@@sootch00 yes you can feel a difference with bullet weight in this larger caliber. I find 230gr at over 900+ fps becomes a stout loading and not for target use.
What are your thoughts on the black oxide finish? Im reading it isnt durable whatsoever and rust prone
Colt 1911 was not designed in 1911, designed much earlier
Super jealous of that holster, idk if Galco still makes it though😮💨
Kimber website says the barrel is carbon steel, not stainless.
I have the older stainless II. Good shooter!!
Once again we’ll done sir!
Thanks Kris!
Great review !
What did you do to that gun to make it fire correctly??
Remember don't forget your paper clip when you leave home, keep one in your jeans.
I'm surprised that Kimber doesn't use a fully ramped barrel with that alloy frame.
Sometimes Fat and slow is what you want. Love the .45 ACP!
The things I don't like about my Pro Carry II is the front strap and mag. It is checkered at 30LPI but it still slick as a bald front strap. Kimber did a horrible job on the checkering. It's not sharp at all. The OEM mags are crap and would not feed the first or second rounds. Cobra Mags are awesome.
Hi, nobody uses 7 round mags in 1911 4” and 5” pistols, not for 20 years. And in 3’ 1911s no one uses 6 round mags any longer it’s 7 rounds mags. These mags use a bumper on the bottom and flush fitting mags are passé.
Ricky from IBM, Ret
Is. It. Accurate. Like. A. 22. LR
Being completely honest here. EVERYONE I know that has a Kimber, has trouble with it cycling. "Break in period" is a joke. But it is a pretty pistol.
Well, they are way over priced. The Springfield and RI I have work perfectly. The RI ultra ms is an excellent piece IMO for EDC and practical events.
@Frank Bonazza III ,
"Rock Islands are made in the Philippines..."
My Rock Island 1911 10mm was made in Nevada, by Americans.
Strong, Accurate, well made, good bang for the buck. ...
@Frank Bonazza III dude. I’ve seen them fail to get guns out the door at the factory trying to get them through test fire, wrong parts installed (mainly springs), parts break before leaving the factory, finish issues that was overlooked to get it shipped for the order (k6 royals leaving with tool marks on the top strap for example), also our morning meetings we were told “we aren’t doing anything important, just making guns” (that was to remind us to be safe). I want kimber to do good, and be good but it wasn’t for sure when I was there. I felt morally bad about some of the quality we had leaving.
Hey there, I’m going to buy a Kimber pro or an ultra. What does everybody think? I have heard the pro model is more reliable than the ultra any help you could give me would be appreciated.
Ultra’s short barrel is going to have more recoil-I’m going with the Pro.
Not interested in a two tone….why aren’t there parkerized micros?