Author Topic: Anyone have the new Kimber yet? (Read 913 times)

357mag · « **on:** June 13, 2004, 02:23:37 PM »

Just wondering if anyone has shot the new Kimber 1911 rimfire and what their thoughts of it are?

TScottO · « **Reply #1 on:** June 13, 2004, 04:01:15 PM »

I opted for the Marvel conversion. The Marvel has a better accuracy guarantee and if you already have a 1911 frame you are in buisness at a lesser cost.

Be Safe,
Scott

Questor · « **Reply #2 on:** June 15, 2004, 06:57:28 AM »

It doesn't look good on paper. One major thing is the weight of the gun. It weighs about a pound less than a 1911 45. This makes it a different gun and not a good choice for using a 22 as a practice for 45 shooting. The Marvel gun is the best conversion.

44 Man · « **Reply #3 on:** June 21, 2004, 05:24:17 AM »

I'd love to have one, just because! BUT the budget says I can afford two Ruger 22/45s or one Kimber. Or a used Ruger 22/45 AND a used Single Six or T.C. barrel. Hummmmm. Sorry Kimber.

TC Shooter · « **Reply #4 on:** June 22, 2004, 05:27:05 AM »

One major thing is the weight of the gun.

I totally agree - picked one up at the gun show and felt like I was handling a toy. Feels ridiculously light. I'll stick with my Smith 41 and Ruger MKIIs. The Marvel conversion seems to be highly praised by nearly everyone.

44 Man · « **Reply #5 on:** June 23, 2004, 04:02:50 PM »

Hey guys, don't knock light weight. That's a good thing when you get past middle age. That's why I like my Bearcat so much! 44 Man