Thoughts on Kimber Pro Carry??

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Gandalf61

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A Co-Worker of mine, due to financial necessity, let go of his recently purchase Kimber Pro Carry HD, which had less than 400 rounds through it.

Several weeks ago, when he'd just purchased it, I had been given the opportunity to fire it one morning at the range, and it's trigger and accuracy (relative to my Glock 22/.40) was very impressive. I'd since been hankering for one for IDPA shooting, as well as personal defense.

Still, I've heard comparison to it, and the Kimber CDP.

As I said, I like to think I did alright, but am curious as to anyone else observations about this weapon. Hows it compare to other .45s on the market? Strengths/Weaknesses relative to the CDP?



JBB

Follow Up Post (P.M. 14 Sep 01) (Appreciate all the input below):

Well, I purchased the weapon. I got:

Pro Carry HD
Fobus Holster
Hogue Grips
Three extra 8-shot mags
Kimber Cable Gun Lock

and payed $500 for it.

Took it to the range. Shooting good grade ammo (Pro Line 200 Grain Gold Dot + P), it did very well, and punches holes tight. It didn't like some cheaper ammo I'd purchased, and FTF'd several times. But it wasn't ammo would've normally purchased, and I'd even had my reservations when I bought it (was made in eastern Europe, with coated steel shell casings..).

On the whole really like the Kimber, and it's a BEAUTIFUL, accurate, nice shooting gun; but still like my Glock 22 / .40 as well. Didn't really need the Kimber, but I couldn't resist the price, and it let's me shoot in two IPDA classes as well.

Only problem is I told my wife I'd make the difference up in the bank account, so I might let the Glock go now!! What a dilema!

JBB
 
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I have a Kimber compact in stainless-close to what you have. I love it-it is my #1 CCW. Reliable, accurate, easy to shoot, recoil is not bad at all even with 230's. No fault with mine. I did add a night sight on the front. No other changes.
 
It should be great!

So far I haven't met a bad Kimber. I have two. Not your model but both are Compacts. If it's worth the money grab it!
 
I shoot with a bunch of 1911 fanatics. A while ago most of them bought Kimbers. They were thrilled with them new, but little problems have been popping up. Overall, they're happy with the Kimbers, but have decided that they're not any better than a Springfield and the Springfield is a A LOT cheaper.

If you can get a good price on the Kimber, buy it.
 
I currently own a ProCarry, and have had it for ~18-20 months. I can speak with *some* knowledge about it.

I bought the alloy-frame version, as I was seeking less weight than the S&W 4506 it replaced. I had heard good things about Kimber, and wanted a more compact pistol; a 1911. The ProCarry is a 4" model; mine has fixed sights - low profile, ala Novak.

Mine is *very* accurate! The first time I tried it, I shot the bull out of the target at 15-18 yards, something the 4506 never did.

When new, the slide failed to lock on an empty mag, and the mag was very hard to remove. The slide stop was bad, and instead of being lifted by the mag follower, it slid alongside, and jammed the mag. Kimber sent a new slide stop, at no charge, and the function has been flawless since.

One bummer is getting only one mag with a new pistol. Kimber allegedly ships with Chip McCormick mags, but mine had no marking whatsoever. Perhaps someone swapped it between the time it left the factory and arrived in my hands. I have a couple Mec-Gar and a couple USGI milsurp mags, and all function well.

The rubber grips/stocks are a bit grabby, if you choose to carry under a cover garment, but not excessively so.

Recoil is easily manageable, even with stout loads. The trigger is very nice (especially compared to the 3rd generation S&W semi-auto). The finish (dull black) isn't overly durable, but a little wear here & there is OK on a firearm; makes it look 'seasoned'.

I use FMJ, lead and copper-washed SWC, various hollow-point ammo, and all feed, shoot, and extract nicely. Factory and reloads, with all kinds of misc. brass. I do get some leading in the barrel, though, when shooting lead bullets. The guys I buy components from (The Gun Stop, in Excelsior, MN) can't believe that I can get lead in the barrel of a .45ACP. The S&W did, too. Maybe I'll try a different brand of bullet.

Anyway, can you tell I like the Kimber? I'd quickly buy another if I lost this one. Mine was $559, NIB, at The Gun Stop. Other shops wanted as much as $700 (Bill's Gun Shop, in Robbinsdale).

JB:)
 
Bought mine two years ago for a little over $600. It shoots to point of aim, is reliable with the right magazines and its weight makes it comfortable for carry. There's a considerable amount of holster wear on the slide now, but not on the frame (guess the holster doesn't grab the frame), but I'm not aware of a finish that wouldn't wear.

I couldn't stand the looks of the rubber grips, so I put on the rosewood grips. If I'm attacked while washing the dishes, I'll be in trouble. ;)
 
My experience with the Pro Carry was largely negative. First of all, it was not reliable. It generally fed FMJs well, but hung up on some JHPs. Even after a trip back to the manufacturer, it continued to show unreliability, both with the factory magazine and Wilson magazines.

Secondly, because of the short barrel and the light aluminum frame, the recoil was on the high side with a considerable amount of muzzle flip.

I will say that, on the positive side, the gun was tight and extremely accurate. I had a competition shooter try it and he put 5 rounds into a single ragged hole at 50 feet! I was amazed (as I cannot personally duplicate it).

Furthermore, it was very handy (due to the short barrel), yet pointed well and handled well.

Skorzeny
 
Shot my father in laws. Good gun but my Glock 30 was more accurete, had less recoil on the same ammo and fit my hand better.I will say it looks easier to conseal.
 
Well, I purchased the weapon. I got:

Pro Carry HD
Fobus Holster
Hogue Grips
Three extra 8-shot mags
Kimber Cable Gun Lock

and payed $500 for it.

Took it to the range. Shooting good grade ammo (Pro Line 200 Grain Gold Dot + P), it did very well, and punches holes tight. It didn't like some cheaper ammo I'd purchased, and FTF'd several times. But it wasn't ammo would've normally purchased, and I'd even had my reservations when I bought it (was made in eastern Europe, with coated steel shell casings..).

On the whole really like the Kimber, and it's a BEAUTIFUL, accurate, nice shooting gun; but still like my Glock 22 / .40 as well. Didn't really need the Kimber, but I couldn't resist the price, and it let's me shoot in two IPDA classes as well.

Only problem is I told my wife I'd make the difference up in the bank account, so I might let the Glock go now!! What a dilema!

JBB
 
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