1911 Pistols: Myth vs Reality And My Experience

[Bailey Guns]

I don't think Kimbers are more expensive, on average, than other comparable brands. New ones start under $800 and many are under $1000. They're all the same basic gun. They get more expensive with the frills they add.

I have to admit I'm not a fan of Series II Kimbers (or Series 80 Colts, for that matter). I don't like firing pin safeties and think they're unnecessary. I prefer my 1911s without firing pin safeties regardless of the brand. But I do own a Series 80 Special Combat Gov't and an Ultra Aegis II 9MM. The other 3 or either Series 70 or pre-Series II.

I'm on the waiting list for one of the new Colt USMC pistols...even though it's a Series 80 gun.

ETA: I was fortunate enough to own a Springfield Professional Model (the FBI HRT spec gun) for a while. I have to admit that was the best, most accurate, most pleasing 1911 I've ever had the pleasure of shooting. I really regret getting rid of that gun.