Kimber info please. . .

Mardet65 · July 2nd, 2009, 03:29 PM

I'm considering the purchase of a 4", Kimber .45, Crimson Trace, Pro Carry II. The gun comes with 1 mag, and laser grips but doesn't have night sights. It is two tone, Silver frame and blued slide. Out the door the price would be $1,000.00 for a new gun in the box. Does this sound about right? Does anyone know if the laser sights are interchangable with standard 1911 grips on this gun? Also are standard .45 mags interchangable. Obviously I don't know much about the Kimber .45. Thanks

retsupt99 · July 2nd, 2009, 03:43 PM

Great purchase

...and yes

, yes

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Mardet65 · July 2nd, 2009, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by retsupt99

Great purchase

...and yes

, yes

.

Thanks for the quick reply . . . one other question; cna the laser sight be turned off if you choose not to use it for any period of time?

Buckley · July 2nd, 2009, 03:57 PM

I can turn mine off easily, but I generally leave the feed on since it doesn't drain the battery until activated. Great gun.

Enjoy.

Recka81 · July 2nd, 2009, 04:03 PM

Yes you can turn it off, as others have said. It is a great gun, you shouldn't be disappointed. I have the Pro CDP II and love it. I eventually plan on getting the crimson trace grips that kimber offers for it.

LeCalsey · July 2nd, 2009, 04:03 PM

Great gun...good price. Jump on it

highoctane · July 2nd, 2009, 07:39 PM

Sounds good to me.

tangoseal · July 2nd, 2009, 10:03 PM

I have a Kimb. Tactical Pro II 4" with night sites but no laser. I would like a laser so I will get one when I am done building my new le6920.

But in all respects you do not need night sights if you are packing a beam. Not like your gonna tell the crook wait a sec while I line up my pretty green radioactive night sites up with this red dot on your chest before I shoot you.

duerrs · July 2nd, 2009, 10:22 PM

I have the Ultra (3") Crimson Carry and absolutely love it! If I had one complaint, it would be the blank sites. I am considering replacing with some sort of 3 dot site. At night, as mentioned, its a non factor with the beam. However, you can not see it in the bright sun light, and also, I enjoy practicing with both the laser and the iron sites. The blank sites aren't bad, but would prefer some dots....especially in a low light situation such as an indoor range.

BTW, $1000 out the door is a good price today. I bought mine almost a year ago when they first came out on gunbroker.com and paid $850. Just seen one in Cabela's last week and they wanted $1050 + tax!!

Good Luck!

Freakdaddy · July 2nd, 2009, 10:44 PM

I would pick up some of the Kimber Kimpro Tac-Mags for it as they are really nice, well built and reliable magazines. Make sure they say they're for a full-sized or Government model. As far as sights go, I'd at least like a Meprolight front sight as I hate all black sights on any gun. That really is a good price on the gun. The grips alone would probably run you over $300.

Let us know how she runs and don't forget pics as resistance is futile. Embrace the 1911 disease as there ain't no 12 Step Program to cure it!

redbird · July 2nd, 2009, 10:52 PM

I have a Pro Elite that I installed the Burlwood Crimson Trace grips, it is a stunning gun as far as looks go and shoots even better. Mine has night sights but i have a friend that has TFO on his Kimber as well as CT. I will probably put TFOs on mine as the night sights are beginning to dim.

1911PKR · July 2nd, 2009, 11:32 PM

Great gun. May need to go to gunsprings.com They make a HD spring for the Kimber Pro models that'll last longer.

Douger · July 2nd, 2009, 11:37 PM

I have the exact Kimber, I ordered extra stainless steel mags from Kimber when I ordered mine. Smooth action, fairly easy to CC and the accuracy is EXCEPTIONAL. Read the manual on disassembly, DO NOT DEPRESS THE GRIP SAFETY when taking apart. Damage is not covered under warranty. Enjoy.

Jetpilot007 · July 2nd, 2009, 11:40 PM

I have a Kimber Ultra Carry II. Very nice weapon. Your price is right on. Jump on it before it goes. I had to wait 4 months before mine came in to the shop. Make sure you break in with FMJ 230 such as the Federal Eagle. Have fun my Fellow American.

44s Rock · July 3rd, 2009, 01:15 AM

Good choice! I have both the Tactical Pro II and Tactical Cuatom II and they have to be modified by a Smith due to the Ambi safety.

tangoseal · July 3rd, 2009, 04:18 AM

Yes the 1 9 1 1 disease sigh ....

All my other handguns are just ... bleh ... they sit there on the bench at the range and cry oily tears while they watch me make love to my 4" Kimber slingling slugs of love down her barrel at willing steel targets.

I am hoping that my AR will take my mind off my little precious 45 and focus on it instead for a while but I dont think so. I was playing around with the AR (UNLOADED) drilling around in my house CQB geek style and then I got bored and just sat there and started looking at my 1911 again sitting on my desk....

I almost cried when I had to secure her in the safe for the night until I can don her tomorrow. AR just hangs on hook behind my headboard now so the 11 just goes to bed at night now... so sad to put her away at night ... so sad.

usmc3169 · July 3rd, 2009, 05:55 AM

It is kind of sad to put the guns in the bedside safe for the night isn't it?

Patti · July 3rd, 2009, 11:20 AM

I have the Pro CDP II

It's the most accurate gun I own.

I don't carry it every day because that's a lot of gun for me.

bstrawse · July 3rd, 2009, 04:10 PM

This is a good price.

Local Gander Mountain here in Woodbury wants $1199 for the Ultra Carry w/ Crimson Trace and $1225 for the Pro Carry w/ Crimson Trace.

b

eldorado · July 3rd, 2009, 04:46 PM

You have my vote, I also second on getting the Kimber Kimpro Tac-Mags

Does this sound about right?Yes
Does anyone know if the laser sights are interchangable with standard 1911 grips on this gun? they are
Also are standard .45 mags interchangeable? yes

If yo haven't already take a look at the Kimber site below
Kimber America Store > 1911 pistol parts & accessories

They revamped their website and accessories.

I purchased mine from Gander Mountain and no regrets.
Take a look at my pictures from an older thread.
Pictures of my Kimber Ultra Carry II LG

Let us know what you decide.

July 2nd, 2009, 03:29 PM	#1
Mardet65 Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cleveland, Ohio vicinity Posts: 412	Kimber info please. . . I'm considering the purchase of a 4", Kimber .45, Crimson Trace, Pro Carry II. The gun comes with 1 mag, and laser grips but doesn't have night sights. It is two tone, Silver frame and blued slide. Out the door the price would be $1,000.00 for a new gun in the box. Does this sound about right? Does anyone know if the laser sights are interchangable with standard 1911 grips on this gun? Also are standard .45 mags interchangable. Obviously I don't know much about the Kimber .45. Thanks __________________ Simpson's dialog: Bart: Can I hold your club? Officer Lou: It's not a club it's a baton! Bart: What do you use it for? Officer Lou: We club people with it.

July 2nd, 2009, 03:43 PM	#2
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 25,505	Great purchase...and yes, yes, yes. __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

July 2nd, 2009, 04:03 PM	#6
LeCalsey Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: St Augustine, Florida Posts: 700	Great gun...good price. Jump on it __________________ Hows that hope and change thing working out for you? November can't come quickly enough for me!

July 2nd, 2009, 10:03 PM	#8
tangoseal Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: WoodStock, Georgia Posts: 473	I have a Kimb. Tactical Pro II 4" with night sites but no laser. I would like a laser so I will get one when I am done building my new le6920. But in all respects you do not need night sights if you are packing a beam. Not like your gonna tell the crook wait a sec while I line up my pretty green radioactive night sites up with this red dot on your chest before I shoot you. __________________ "I believe that the right of the citizen to keep and bear arms must not be infringed if liberty in America is to survive." - Ronald Reagan

July 2nd, 2009, 11:32 PM	#12
1911PKR Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Kansas City, MO Posts: 82	Great gun. May need to go to gunsprings.com They make a HD spring for the Kimber Pro models that'll last longer. __________________ Kimber Tactical Ultra II, Dan Wesson CBOB, Colt 70 series S/N Combat Commander

July 2nd, 2009, 03:57 PM	#4
Buckley Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Fort Myers, Florida Posts: 39	I can turn mine off easily, but I generally leave the feed on since it doesn't drain the battery until activated. Great gun. Enjoy.

July 2nd, 2009, 04:03 PM	#5
Recka81 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 16	Yes you can turn it off, as others have said. It is a great gun, you shouldn't be disappointed. I have the Pro CDP II and love it. I eventually plan on getting the crimson trace grips that kimber offers for it.

July 2nd, 2009, 07:39 PM	#7
highoctane Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: tn Posts: 614	Sounds good to me.

July 2nd, 2009, 10:22 PM	#9
duerrs New Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 4	I have the Ultra (3") Crimson Carry and absolutely love it! If I had one complaint, it would be the blank sites. I am considering replacing with some sort of 3 dot site. At night, as mentioned, its a non factor with the beam. However, you can not see it in the bright sun light, and also, I enjoy practicing with both the laser and the iron sites. The blank sites aren't bad, but would prefer some dots....especially in a low light situation such as an indoor range. BTW, $1000 out the door is a good price today. I bought mine almost a year ago when they first came out on gunbroker.com and paid $850. Just seen one in Cabela's last week and they wanted $1050 + tax!! Good Luck!

July 2nd, 2009, 10:44 PM	#10
Freakdaddy Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 179	I would pick up some of the Kimber Kimpro Tac-Mags for it as they are really nice, well built and reliable magazines. Make sure they say they're for a full-sized or Government model. As far as sights go, I'd at least like a Meprolight front sight as I hate all black sights on any gun. That really is a good price on the gun. The grips alone would probably run you over $300. Let us know how she runs and don't forget pics as resistance is futile. Embrace the 1911 disease as there ain't no 12 Step Program to cure it!

July 2nd, 2009, 10:52 PM	#11
redbird Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 519	I have a Pro Elite that I installed the Burlwood Crimson Trace grips, it is a stunning gun as far as looks go and shoots even better. Mine has night sights but i have a friend that has TFO on his Kimber as well as CT. I will probably put TFOs on mine as the night sights are beginning to dim.

July 2nd, 2009, 11:37 PM	#13
Douger New Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: south carolina Posts: 14	I have the exact Kimber, I ordered extra stainless steel mags from Kimber when I ordered mine. Smooth action, fairly easy to CC and the accuracy is EXCEPTIONAL. Read the manual on disassembly, DO NOT DEPRESS THE GRIP SAFETY when taking apart. Damage is not covered under warranty. Enjoy.

July 2nd, 2009, 11:40 PM	#14
Jetpilot007 Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: White Plains, NY Posts: 393	I have a Kimber Ultra Carry II. Very nice weapon. Your price is right on. Jump on it before it goes. I had to wait 4 months before mine came in to the shop. Make sure you break in with FMJ 230 such as the Federal Eagle. Have fun my Fellow American.

July 3rd, 2009, 01:15 AM	#15
44s Rock Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Central WA> Posts: 33	Good choice! I have both the Tactical Pro II and Tactical Cuatom II and they have to be modified by a Smith due to the Ambi safety.

July 3rd, 2009, 04:18 AM	#16
tangoseal Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: WoodStock, Georgia Posts: 473	Yes the 1 9 1 1 disease sigh .... All my other handguns are just ... bleh ... they sit there on the bench at the range and cry oily tears while they watch me make love to my 4" Kimber slingling slugs of love down her barrel at willing steel targets. I am hoping that my AR will take my mind off my little precious 45 and focus on it instead for a while but I dont think so. I was playing around with the AR (UNLOADED) drilling around in my house CQB geek style and then I got bored and just sat there and started looking at my 1911 again sitting on my desk.... I almost cried when I had to secure her in the safe for the night until I can don her tomorrow. AR just hangs on hook behind my headboard now so the 11 just goes to bed at night now... so sad to put her away at night ... so sad. __________________ "I believe that the right of the citizen to keep and bear arms must not be infringed if liberty in America is to survive." - Ronald Reagan

July 3rd, 2009, 05:55 AM	#17
usmc3169 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Alaska Posts: 675	It is kind of sad to put the guns in the bedside safe for the night isn't it? __________________ "All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."

July 3rd, 2009, 11:20 AM	#18
Patti Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Missouri, The Show Me State Posts: 1,452	I have the Pro CDP II It's the most accurate gun I own. I don't carry it every day because that's a lot of gun for me. __________________ Sometimes on a clear day, I can see into the future with this spotting scope.

July 3rd, 2009, 04:10 PM	#19
bstrawse Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Minnesota Posts: 125	This is a good price. Local Gander Mountain here in Woodbury wants $1199 for the Ultra Carry w/ Crimson Trace and $1225 for the Pro Carry w/ Crimson Trace. b __________________ NRA Life Member The Family: Kimbers, Glocks, Berettas, Springfields, Bushmasters, Milt Sparks, Crossbreed Supertucks.

July 3rd, 2009, 04:46 PM	#20
eldorado Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Heathrow, FL Posts: 400	You have my vote, I also second on getting the Kimber Kimpro Tac-Mags Does this sound about right?Yes Does anyone know if the laser sights are interchangable with standard 1911 grips on this gun? they are Also are standard .45 mags interchangeable? yes If yo haven't already take a look at the Kimber site below Kimber America Store > 1911 pistol parts & accessories They revamped their website and accessories. I purchased mine from Gander Mountain and no regrets. Take a look at my pictures from an older thread. Pictures of my Kimber Ultra Carry II LG Let us know what you decide.

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