KIMBER PRO CARRY .45s: 1911 Carry Perfection, Part 2

Published on September 18, 2008
Duration: 10:06

This review of the Kimber Pro Carry II and Pro TLE II .45 ACP 1911s highlights their accuracy, reliability with modern hollow points, and factory custom features. While acknowledging the 1911 platform's capacity limitations compared to modern designs, the speaker praises Kimber's execution, noting their bushingless barrel design contributes to tight lock-up and accuracy. The value proposition is strong, offering custom features at a price point around $900-$1000.

Quick Summary

Modern Kimber Pro Carry and Pro TLE II .45 ACP 1911 pistols offer excellent accuracy and reliability, even with hollow-point ammunition, thanks to design features like lowered ejection ports. Their bushingless barrel design contributes to tight lock-up and enhanced performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Kimber Pro Series Review
  2. 00:38Firepower & Capacity: 1911 vs Modern
  3. 03:09Durability & Reliability Assessment
  4. 05:03Hollow Point Reliability Solutions
  5. 06:28Technical Design: Bushingless Barrel
  6. 07:40Accuracy Performance Review
  7. 08:53Custom Features & Value Proposition

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key advantages of the Kimber Pro Carry II and Pro TLE II pistols?

These Kimber 1911s offer excellent accuracy, typically 1.5-2 inch groups at 25 yards, and feature a reliable bushingless barrel design. They come with factory custom features like skeletonized hammers, providing good value around $900-$1000.

How reliable are Kimber 1911s with hollow-point ammunition?

Modern Kimber 1911s have largely resolved historical issues with hollow-point feeding. Features like lowered and flared ejection ports, along with smooth feed ramps, ensure reliable function with modern defensive ammunition.

What is the capacity of the Kimber Pro Carry .45 ACP 1911?

The Kimber Pro Carry and Pro TLE II models chambered in .45 ACP typically have a magazine capacity of 7 rounds, plus one round in the chamber, for a total of 8 rounds.

How does the Kimber 1911's bushingless barrel design work?

The bushingless barrel design eliminates the traditional barrel bushing. It relies on the barrel's shoulder and the slide's internal fit for lock-up, often resulting in tighter tolerances and potentially improved accuracy and reliability.

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