Kimber purchase?

[2000silverz28]

What do you think about the kimber compact stainless II? Can you get magazines for it other than the kimber ones? I think I want to order a new kimber but I don't know which one I want.

Would you go with a compact/pro carry or a full size?

[strickj]

I say go for the full size.

Can you get magazines for it other than the kimber ones?

all 1911 parts are interchangeable as far as I know,including mags.

[Guest db99wj]

Yes, you can put in different magazines, Chip McCormick, Wilson Combat...etc.

[Guest EasilyObsessed]

What are you planning on using the gun for?

If you are going to carry it, pick up a alloy framed commander (pro).

If you just want a range gun, pick up a all steel government (full) size.

Magazines are interchangeable between the pro and government models. The officers model which has a shortened grip, uses a shorter magazine.

[Rightwinger]

I love mine!

Yes, lots of options for everything. I run Wilson Combat and ACT magazines in mine. I also upgraded with a Smith and Alexander magwell and the Hogue grips. It is one of my carries. Depends on where I'm going and what I want to carry.

[2000silverz28]

which model is that rightwinger?

[Rightwinger]

Compact Stainless II

(oh yeah, I highly recommend that even if you don't do magwells, switch out the main spring housing with a steel one. Kimber disappointed me by putting that on the gun. You can do an MSH alone or like mine as a one piece unit magwell and MSH. You can't see it but I really like the look as the MSH and Magwells are matte black and they look good against the satin SS)

Edited February 11, 2008 by Rightwinger

[Pokey]

I just bought the Ultra Carry II stainless and love it!!! I have had no problems out of the gun just the cheap ammo I bought...everyone told me that Kimber didn't really like the cheap stuff, but I had to find out for myself. Good luck on your choice!!!

[Guest atomemphis]

The Pro Carry is great - I rented one that was incredibly dirty at the range and it shot beautifully.

So beautifully that I'm going to order one by month's end. Seriously.

The Pro Carry felt right. Full size grip, lightweight frame, 4" barrel. Great trigger.

[Guest atomemphis]

Compact Stainless II

(oh yeah, I highly recommend that even if you don't do magwells, switch out the main spring housing with a steel one. Kimber disappointed me by putting that on the gun. You can do an MSH alone or like mine as a one piece unit magwell and MSH. You can't see it but I really like the look as the MSH and Magwells are matte black and they look good against the satin SS)

What did you get for the magwell/msh? And where?

[Rightwinger]

70.00 installed by my favorite gunsmith, Sam at Complete Gun shop in Gallatin. I bought two at the time and had both installed so I think he gave me a little break. You can order them from Midway or Brownells.

[DaveTN]

Would you go with a compact/pro carry or a full size?

Full size stainless

[Guest atomemphis]

I shot the pro Carry and it was enough to make me put down a deposit on one. Very accurate, felt great, very light, looks beautiful.

[2000silverz28]

I shot the pro Carry and it was enough to make me put down a deposit on one. Very accurate, felt great, very light, looks beautiful.

Where are you buying yours and how much was it? I can get one for $769 plus tax. Just wondering if thats a fair price.

[Guest atomemphis]

Where are you buying yours and how much was it? I can get one for $769 plus tax. Just wondering if thats a fair price.

Here are the numbers I am looking at:

Model | Dealer Cost + Markup + Shipping from Kimber + Background

Pro Carry II | $613 + $50 + ~$50 + $10 = $723 plus tax

Pro Carry II Night Sights | $693 + $55 + ~$50 + $10 = $808 plus tax

Pro Carry II Stainless | $676 + $55 + ~$50 + $10 = $791 plus tax

Pro Carry II Stainless Night Sights | $756 + $60 + ~$50 + $10 = $876 plus tax

These are fairly accurate estimates from discussing it with my dealer. YMMV.

Edited February 14, 2008 by atomemphis
omitted blue w/ night sights info

[Guest atomemphis]

There's also the Pro CDP II.

I don't know the dealer cost / markup info on it.

However, it is nice: no rough edges, lowered and flared ejection port, night sights, redwood grips, magwell, etc. Its just a tuned up Pro Carry II, I believe. Some savings in getting in done at the factory all at once, they lead me to believe.

[Guest EasilyObsessed]

There's also the Pro CDP II.

I don't know the dealer cost / markup info on it.

However, it is nice: no rough edges, lowered and flared ejection port, night sights, redwood grips, magwell, etc. Its just a tuned up Pro Carry II, I believe. Some savings in getting in done at the factory all at once, they lead me to believe.

It also comes with the two tone finish, front strap checkering, and checking on the bottom of the trigger guard ( I have no idea why ). The ejection port should be the same as the Pro Carry II. Supposedly the gun also gets a bit of extra TLC in the custom shop, but Im not sure I believe that. It does still come with the plastic mainspring housing.

[Magiccarpetrides]

There is a Stainless Compact II on Gunbroker for $675 + ship used. Appears to be a very nice gun. I really like the SCII because it has the ultra carry grip but the 4" barrel(correct me if im mistaken) which for me seems to be the best combo. Not too big, but not too small either. My cousin has an Ultra Carry and even with the small barrel its a tack driver. Now I have heard reports though that Kimber customer service is a nightmare (thr.com)

[2000silverz28]

I could have bought a nice stainless compact II at my local gun shop for 619 plus tax and background but like an idiot I passed it up.

[Magiccarpetrides]

Where theres patience theres a deal. My problem is usually jumpin the gun too quick cause I "just have to get it now" lol.

[Guest whiskeypapa]

I own a Compact CDP, paid around $599, I carry it 24/7. It is a great gun for any kinda use.

[Guest EasilyObsessed]

Now I have heard reports though that Kimber customer service is a nightmare (thr.com)

I have had to deal with Customer Service twice now. Both times I sent them an email and got a phone call about 15 minutes later. The first time they sent out a new slidestop and I received it 3 days later.

The second time was for a broken ambi safety. Sent in the gun on a Monday, got it back the following Monday with two free magazines and they also tuned the extractor, refinished the barrel, and polished the feed ramp for free.

Some of the best customer service I have ever encountered....

[Guest atomemphis]

That sounds next to awesome.

The CDP Pro price is about $990 after dealer markup.

[Magiccarpetrides]

I have had to deal with Customer Service twice now. Both times I sent them an email and got a phone call about 15 minutes later. The first time they sent out a new slidestop and I received it 3 days later.

The second time was for a broken ambi safety. Sent in the gun on a Monday, got it back the following Monday with two free magazines and they also tuned the extractor, refinished the barrel, and polished the feed ramp for free.

Some of the best customer service I have ever encountered....

Wow...that alone makes me want to buy one...thanks for clearing that up.