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A little research will show that most guns have MIM parts, regardless of price. I have read Kimber does. As mentioned, it is an acceptable, and some cases superior manufacturing process. At my last check, every manufacturer has a customer service/repair department; meaning every gun breaks. Opinions are a dime a dozen, fair evaluations and personal experience provide much more reliable information. Remington R1 Review Part II-----Detail Strip

Feburary 2011 AMERICAN RIFLEMAN has an article on the R1 by field editor Riley Clapp. Just a couple of quotes from that article, "It is a strong, sound M1911 pistol that was made to be used---and used hard......The receiver is an investment casting, and most of the small parts are either metal injection molded (MIM) or investment cast......seldom does a gun come along that shoots this well.....it strikes me as a very good buy." Are there guns better? Sure, but until mine buggers up, or there are a bunch of reports showing breakage, it looks like a deal right now. My guess is the price will start climbing as demand increases. Better buy it while you can.

I've got one for 6 months now. A real shooter. No trouble. Probably shot over 1000 rounds by now. Actually like it better than by colt combat commander. Taking it out to Front Site in the near future. I'll let you know how that pans out.

I've had one since last summer. It is my primary carry gun. Very reliable, especially with good defense ammo. Above average accuracy @ 7yds. If you like the way it feels, no problem with recommending it.