Kimber 1911 Guns, Worth The Money ? $1,400 WeaponsEducation

Published on June 13, 2013
Duration: 8:29

This review assesses the value of Kimber 1911 pistols, specifically the Ultra Raptor II, against their $1,400+ price tag. The speaker highlights Kimber's claim of high production quality and compares them to custom 1911s costing significantly more. Key features like the bushingless bull barrel, tritium sights, and extensive pre-production testing are discussed, concluding that Kimber 1911s offer a lifetime investment with good value retention.

Quick Summary

The Kimber Ultra Raptor II, a compact .45 ACP 1911, costs around $1,415 and features a match-grade, bushingless bull barrel for enhanced accuracy. Kimber ensures quality through extensive testing, firing up to 30,000 rounds per model before release.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Kimber 1911 Value Proposition
  2. 00:50Kimber vs. Custom 1911s (Ed Brown)
  3. 02:07Kimber Ultra Raptor II Overview & Price
  4. 03:12Technical Specs: Bushingless Bull Barrel & Accuracy
  5. 04:12Aesthetics & Premium Features
  6. 05:36Kimber Quality Control & Testing
  7. 07:22Final Verdict: Is Kimber 1911 Worth It?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the Kimber Ultra Raptor II?

The Kimber Ultra Raptor II, a 3-inch barrel 1911 pistol, has a current approximate retail price of $1,415. This is slightly up from its previous year's price of $1,369.

What makes the Kimber Ultra Raptor II accurate?

The Kimber Ultra Raptor II features a match-grade, ramped, bushingless bull barrel. This design, combined with its compact size, is intended to provide superior accuracy for a .45 ACP pistol.

How does Kimber ensure the quality of its 1911s?

Kimber implements extensive pre-production testing, often firing 20,000 to 30,000 rounds through a new model to perfect its design and ensure reliability before it is released to the market.

Is a Kimber 1911 considered a good investment?

The speaker suggests that the accuracy, quality trigger (4-5 lbs pull), and overall robust build of Kimber 1911s make them a worthwhile lifetime investment that tends to retain its value well over time.

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