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Kimber Deal
Posted on 10/31/13 at 12:40 pm
Posted on 10/31/13 at 12:40 pm
Kentucky Gun Co has the Kimber Custom II for $655.99 with free shipping.
HERE
I've been debating between buying the Ruger SR1911 and SA Range Officer in the same price range.
What says the OB? Is this deal too good to pass up?
HERE
I've been debating between buying the Ruger SR1911 and SA Range Officer in the same price range.
What says the OB? Is this deal too good to pass up?
Posted on 10/31/13 at 1:01 pm to Northernsouthern
Do it.
This post was edited on 10/31/13 at 1:03 pm
Posted on 10/31/13 at 1:09 pm to Northernsouthern
I can't believe they have USP Compacts in 45. That's awesome.
$880 too.
$880 too.
Posted on 10/31/13 at 1:13 pm to CougarBait
I remember hearing from some folks that the Custom II (Kimber's entry level model?) is not as good out of the box as the Ruger or Springfield.
Anyone have a Custom II?
Anyone have a Custom II?
Posted on 10/31/13 at 1:16 pm to Northernsouthern
A couple of posters here own one. I owned one but bought it used and it had a Bar-sto barrel installed that had some shoddy gunsmith work. If I were choosing between the two I'd spend the extra dough and get the Ruger. Deals can be found on the Ruger on Gunbroker - that being said it's a damn good deal for the price.
Posted on 10/31/13 at 7:13 pm to Judge Smails
Bump for KR and the 1911 Crew.
Posted on 10/31/13 at 7:49 pm to Northernsouthern
quote:
1911 Crew.
Someone call my name?
I've shot a few Kimbers and they've all been nice. Then again, there are very mixed reviews from people who buy them. You'll find both haters and die hard lovers of Kimber.
On the other hand, I've fired Springfields and Rugers and own a Smith and Wesson. And I have to say these of those outdo the Kimbers I've shot. Granted, anytime you shoot a 1911 it's gonna be smooth, the Springfield, Ruger, and S&W just surpassed my expectations.
Impressions:
Springfield Operator (I know it's a bit more expensive):
Pros:
-Very tightly fitted (pro or con; user preference)
-Reliable
-Smooth action
-Crisp safety
-Novak sights (options aplenty)
-GI guide rod
Cons:
-Very heavy hammer spring (makes racking it slightly more of a task)
-Very heavy recoil spring (pro or con; up to user)
Ruger SR1911 Commander:
Pros:
-Snug fitment (not as tight as the Springer)
-Reliable
-Smooth action
-Crisp safety
-Extremely crisp trigger break! *cannot stress how awesome the Ruger trigger is
-Novak Sights
-GI guide rod
Cons:
-Loose trigger (meaning side-to-side and up-and-down play)
And the 1911 I have the most experience with... my S&W1911 (full sized):
Pros:
-Snug fitment
-Extremely usable serrations (my favorite serrations; same as M&Ps)
-Crisp safety
-External extractor (I happen to prefer it over internal)
-Unique upper slide and rear slide serrations
-Best looking 1911 in my opinion
Cons:
-Proprietary sight cuts (others use Novak cut)
-Magazine picky (well mine was; Commander-sized Smiths I've fired have been flawless with any mag though)
-Full length guide rod (GI guide rods are just smoother and easier to disassemble; hotly debated though)
These things being said, I think the best VALUE is the Ruger 1911 hands down. The other ones are good 1911s but just cost a bit more than the Ruger. It really just depends on what you're looking for in a 1911.
Ruger has been making some great firearms lately. Bill Ruger may be pissed in his grave but true 2A supporters love the direction they're going.
Posted on 10/31/13 at 7:50 pm to bapple
Bapple has too much time to type...... I'm saying get it for that price.
Posted on 10/31/13 at 7:51 pm to KingRanch
I wish he would channel that energy into more videos.
Posted on 10/31/13 at 8:22 pm to Northernsouthern
Team Colt checking in.
Lots of people like Kimbers. You could be one of them for that price.
Lots of people like Kimbers. You could be one of them for that price.
Posted on 10/31/13 at 8:33 pm to weagle99
It's be nice if bapple let his wife walk in her undies in the back of a video
Posted on 10/31/13 at 8:34 pm to Chad504boy
Seconded, but the ole boy isn't married
Posted on 10/31/13 at 8:36 pm to Northernsouthern
$760ish what daddy like!!
Posted on 10/31/13 at 8:36 pm to KingRanch
Totally explains the videos now!!!
Posted on 10/31/13 at 8:38 pm to KingRanch
He gonna propose w an outline!!
Posted on 10/31/13 at 8:50 pm to Chad504boy
quote:
He gonna propose w an outline!!
Hell of an idea...
I actually am planning a few more videos since I got some new accessories recently. Stay tuned this weekend.
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