Well, I wish I'd read these Kimber posts before I ordered it, but.....After much debate and consideration, I decided to order the Kimber compact in the 40 caliber, unstead of the 45 - even though it is currently on an eight week backorder AND is more expensive. I know that Kimber has a reputation for high quality 1911 45's, but I also realized that the 40 is a new gun for them, and therefore not much has been written about it. I expect the quality of their 40 to match that of their 45's, but I would like to know if anyone else has purchased and/or fired one, and what their thoughts are. Why didn't I go for the 45, you ask? I believe the ballistics of the 40 caliber are superior to the 45 and am a fan of its faster velocity.