MK3 Kimber Eclipse Custom 2

Published on November 13, 2025
Duration: 2:25

This video details a comprehensive custom build on a Kimber Eclipse Custom 2 1911 by MK3 Firearms. The process includes advanced finishing techniques like heat treating stainless steel for a unique color spectrum and hand-rubbing flats. Significant upgrades involve an Ed Brown match-fit barrel, custom trigger work for a glass-rod break and short reset, Crimson Trace laser grips, and a Fusion Firearms lanyard mainspring housing. The speaker, demonstrating high expertise, highlights the meticulous attention to detail in achieving enhanced reliability and aesthetics.

Quick Summary

MK3 Firearms performed extensive customizations on a Kimber Eclipse Custom 2 1911, including a full heat treat on stainless steel for a unique color finish, an Ed Brown match-fit threaded barrel, and a custom single-stage trigger job for zero take-up and a crisp break. The build also features Crimson Trace laser grips and a Fusion Firearms lanyard mainspring housing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Factory Specs
  2. 00:19Custom Heat Treat & Finish
  3. 00:50Barrel & Sight Upgrades
  4. 01:12Reliability & Trigger Work
  5. 01:41Grips & Final Components

Frequently Asked Questions

What custom modifications were performed on the Kimber Eclipse Custom 2?

The Kimber Eclipse Custom 2 received a full heat treat on its stainless steel, a custom finish with blasted rounds and hand-rubbed flats, an Ed Brown threaded barrel, Kimber suppressor-height sights, a reliability package, custom single-stage trigger work, Crimson Trace laser grips, and a Fusion Firearms lanyard mainspring housing.

What is the significance of the heat treatment on the stainless steel Kimber Eclipse Custom 2?

The full heat treat on the stainless steel not only enhances durability but also creates a unique color spectrum, displaying straw, reds, blues, and yellows due to the high carbon content's reaction to heat.

What are the key features of the custom trigger job on this 1911?

The custom single-stage trigger job aims for zero take-up, a crisp break described as like a glass rod, and a very short reset, significantly improving the firearm's shootability and precision.

What aftermarket parts were used in the Kimber Eclipse Custom 2 build?

Key aftermarket parts include an Ed Brown match-fit threaded barrel, Crimson Trace laser grips, a Fusion Firearms lanyard mainspring housing, and a Wilson Combat safety. Factory Kimber suppressor-height sights were also installed.

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