Talk Me Out of Buying a Kimber Super Carry Ultra HD

[maansmit]

So... more likely to be problematic by a factor of "duh", but let's not bring that up in a thread in which the OP asked us to talk him out of it.

Look, I'm a little inept at social stuff, so I might be way off base here, but when *I* see that, I assume that the OP is not playing "do I look fat in these jeans" games and really wants what he says he wants -- to know the bad side of the gun in question and the things he might want to consider. OP, if you really want us to just tell you what a wonderful choice it is, I apologize for missing your real intent.

Having said all of that, here's my last, most honest answer: I love 1911s. I don't hate Kimber. Yes, you pay extra because they look sexy, but isn't that always the case? I have no problem with that. If you were my son, or someone I know and care about, I would try to talk you out of a 3" 1911. First, I'd try to ascertain whether you really NEED to go that small, or just can't grow up, MTFU, and get rid of your skinny jeans. On the chance that you REALLY, no-kidding, have no choice but to go that small, I'd suggest a Glock 26. I know, it's heresy, but that's the way I would steer my sons if they came to me with this issue. Either figure out a way to carry at least a commander-sized 1911, or get a glock 26.

YMMV.

Peace, out.

I appreciate peoples honest opinions and experiences. If I just wanted positives, I would have asked the question at the Kimbertalk forum.

 

[kawtech87]

I'll just leave this here.

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[churchmouse]

I'll just leave this here.

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Nice gun for as lot less money......just ain't as purdy..........

 

[kawtech87]

Nice gun for as lot less money......just ain't as purdy..........

I think it's purdy. But I'm weird.

 

[churchmouse]

I think it's purdy. But I'm weird.

To me it is stellar but I am.....

 

[VERT]

I am not going to hate on Kimbers. My opinion of all semi auto pistols in service calibers get quirkier as the barrel length falls below 3.5"-4".

 

[bjenkins]

To me it is stellar but I am.....

Can the safety be switched for a lefty?

 

[churchmouse]

Can the safety be switched for a lefty?

Ambi-safety's are available. They have to be fit to the gun. The right side grip may need to be modified for this.
If you have never fit up a thumb safety it is a procedure for a knowledgeable smith.

 

[sig1473]

So... more likely to be problematic by a factor of "duh", but let's not bring that up in a thread in which the OP asked us to talk him out of it.

Look, I'm a little inept at social stuff, so I might be way off base here, but when *I* see that, I assume that the OP is not playing "do I look fat in these jeans" games and really wants what he says he wants -- to know the bad side of the gun in question and the things he might want to consider. OP, if you really want us to just tell you what a wonderful choice it is, I apologize for missing your real intent.

Having said all of that, here's my last, most honest answer: I love 1911s. I don't hate Kimber. Yes, you pay extra because they look sexy, but isn't that always the case? I have no problem with that. If you were my son, or someone I know and care about, I would try to talk you out of a 3" 1911. First, I'd try to ascertain whether you really NEED to go that small, or just can't grow up, MTFU, and get rid of your skinny jeans. On the chance that you REALLY, no-kidding, have no choice but to go that small, I'd suggest a Glock 26. I know, it's heresy, but that's the way I would steer my sons if they came to me with this issue. Either figure out a way to carry at least a commander-sized 1911, or get a glock 26.

YMMV.

Peace, out.

Quit making too much sense........that's unreasonable

 

[sig1473]

So... more likely to be problematic by a factor of "duh", but let's not bring that up in a thread in which the OP asked us to talk him out of it.

Look, I'm a little inept at social stuff, so I might be way off base here, but when *I* see that, I assume that the OP is not playing "do I look fat in these jeans" games and really wants what he says he wants -- to know the bad side of the gun in question and the things he might want to consider. OP, if you really want us to just tell you what a wonderful choice it is, I apologize for missing your real intent.

Having said all of that, here's my last, most honest answer: I love 1911s. I don't hate Kimber. Yes, you pay extra because they look sexy, but isn't that always the case? I have no problem with that. If you were my son, or someone I know and care about, I would try to talk you out of a 3" 1911. First, I'd try to ascertain whether you really NEED to go that small, or just can't grow up, MTFU, and get rid of your skinny jeans. On the chance that you REALLY, no-kidding, have no choice but to go that small, I'd suggest a Glock 26. I know, it's heresy, but that's the way I would steer my sons if they came to me with this issue. Either figure out a way to carry at least a commander-sized 1911, or get a glock 26.

YMMV.

Peace, out.

I'm all outta of swagg to give ya...............god bless INGO for being righteous

 

[VERT]

I'm all outta of swagg to give ya...............god bless INGO for being righteous

Same here. Gotta spread the wealth before I can hit him again.

 

[bjenkins]

Ambi-safety's are available. They have to be fit to the gun. The right side grip may need to be modified for this.
If you have never fit up a thumb safety it is a procedure for a knowledgeable smith.

If you wanted it done right do you have any recommendations?

 

[churchmouse]

If you wanted it done right do you have any recommendations?

I do a lot of these things for friends and some ingo people but distance is always a factor.
Any competent 1911 smith can do this.

 

[VERT]

If you wanted it done right do you have any recommendations?

Gary Growe in Columbus is the only person I can think of close to you. He only takes work through local shops anymore. Bite the Bullet has a guy that can put stuff in 1911s, but he is more of a parts swapper. You have to buy the parts there and even then it better be drop in or minor fitting. They do stock Wilson parts though.

I will make a personal comment. I have met both Churchmouse and yourself and think pretty highly of all parties. Just sayin.

 

[bjenkins]

Gary Growe in Columbus is the only person I can think of close to you. He only takes work through local shops anymore. Bite the Bullet has a guy that can put stuff in 1911s, but he is more of a parts swapper. You have to buy the parts there and even then it better be drop in or minor fitting. They do stock Wilson parts though.

I will make a personal comment. I have met both Churchmouse and yourself and think pretty highly of all parties. Just sayin.

I really appreciate the kind words and will say when we came up for the day was more than reasonable! Until I found myself researching and thinking about 1911s everyday and somehow hold you and CM responsible for me purchasing the TRP and there is know way I will be able to stop with that! LOL.

 

[NyleRN]

I really appreciate the kind words and will say when we came up for the day was more than reasonable! Until I found myself researching and thinking about 1911s everyday and somehow hold you and CM responsible for me purchasing the TRP and there is know way I will be able to stop with that! LOL.

It'll be hard to get any better than that TRP without spending $2k+

 

[Mark 1911]

A common complaint about compact 1911s is performance issues, FTFs, jams, etc. I owned a Kimper Eclipse Ultra and my experience was good. Never had a single failure to feed or jam. Based on what I've heard about compacts, mine must have been a fluke because it was a very good performer. I no longer own it. I am partial to the 4-inch models. My reasoning has more to do with the way the 4-inch model fits my hand and it seems very nicely balanced. I just feel very natural with it and my accuracy seem to be best with the 4-inch as compared to the compacts or full size models. Just a personal preference.

Would I buy another Kimber? No, because as has been said already, a gun with that kind of price tag just should not use MIM parts or plastic mainspring housings as many (not all) of their models do.

I still own 2 Kimbers and I have replaced the MIM parts on both of them. Although both of them are sweet shooters now, I wouldn't do it over again. I would have been better off to put that money into a better made piece to start with.

 

[churchmouse]

It'll be hard to get any better than that TRP without spending $2k+

Truth. It is one of or the best out of the box 1911 in that price range.
The Trophy Match is as good a gun but mainly a target shooter.
Both will outshine a Kimber. JMHO from my own personal experiences with both brands.

 

[churchmouse]

Gary Growe in Columbus is the only person I can think of close to you. He only takes work through local shops anymore. Bite the Bullet has a guy that can put stuff in 1911s, but he is more of a parts swapper. You have to buy the parts there and even then it better be drop in or minor fitting. They do stock Wilson parts though.

I will make a personal comment. I have met both Churchmouse and yourself and think pretty highly of all parties. Just sayin.

Blushing.....

 

[maansmit]

What are your thoughts on Dan Wesson and STI? I don't mind spending some cash to get good quality.