Posted: 9/6/2013 12:14:51 AM EDT
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After having gifted to my Dad my Colt series 80 that I've owned for more than 20 years, I finally bought a Kimber Custom II, 1911 to fill that void I've carried for 4 years now! Despite all the negative comments made on various forums, I decided to go for it! BEST DECISION I COULD HAVE MADE! the gun shot flawlessly and performed as one would expect it to!! I've owned 1911's almost all my life and this one is just as bit as good or better than some of the ones vie owned!
On her maiden voyage to the range, I Shot 150 rounds of factory 230 hardball without a single hiccup. I did pre clean and used a teflon lubricant before heading out also, the kimber mag leaves a lot of to be desired for. SIMPLY AWESOME!!!!  </a>" />
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Nice shooting! I like mine as well. Just wish it didnt rust so easily. I keep mine well lubricated and have zero rust. I'm relatively new to guns and I researched both my Kimber 1911 and AR15 on this site and learned to keep them well lubed, especially the 1911. |
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I love Kimber Custom TLE II more than all my other Kimbers.
Kimber Custom TLE II 
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I love Kimber Custom TLE II more than all my other Kimbers. Kimber Custom TLE II http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/MontanaVet/KimberTLE.jpg My cousin bought a Kimber II Target Gold about two years ago, and has put about 1500-2000 rounds through it. No complaints. I liked it so much, that TODAY I will pick up my own "Kimber Custom II TLE"... I originally wanted a Springfield Armory Range Officer, but it is no longer "authorized" for importation into the People's Republic of California... I thought I'd Jump on the Kimber before it was too late... I think you'll have many happy years with your Kimber-congratualtions...! |
| I am with you, If you listen to the many on the forums who have had problems you would run from the Kimber. I now have two the 5 inch TLE/RL and the Tactical Ultra II and both have been flawless. I had to add the amp. safety on the TLE since I am a lefty and added the VZ thin grips on both. I have re learned not to listen to others but to find out on your own. Enjoy your Kimber and treat yourself and get another. |
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http://i1122.photobucket.com/albums/l539/Mark_Neville/champion005.jpg Love my TLE/RL and its a great shooter. Nice!! |
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i do like my custom II, but it still leaves a lot to be desired... i hardly use the standard mag and purchased 4 10 rd chip McCormick mags when i first got my gun... can't tell you how many FTF and slide locks i've had all on the last round of those magazines... i've done everything from adjust my grip to make sure i'm not hitting the slide stop to using my bro in laws chip mags to making sure i'm not limp wristing ... it's still hit or miss on that last round.. i've gone through over 1000 rounds, and actually my last time at the range i didn't have any issues... and yes i do clean and lube that sucker, clean well and keep her wet... it is tight as a virgin and i'm hoping the break in was more at like 1000 rounds than at 500 like the manufacturer says... still like the 1911, just wish i had the confidence it would work as well as it should...
oh, sorry for hijacking.... glad you love your custom II, OP... i do really like 1911s (and i'm a big glock guy, too)... just wish i had your luck!! |
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I lose my TLE II in about 11 months! It is the first 1911 my oldest daughter shot. She walked the first mag from left to center across the base line. Her next mag knocked out the 9/10ring.
She looked at me and said, "Dad, my 21st bday present right?" It is absolutely the smoothest and most accurate 1911 I have ever shot....now how the heck do I replace it??!? |
| I have a post with picture of my 5 inch TLE/RL up half a page. I had a problem with the grip safety not engaging all the time since adding the light. Had to adjust my grip but still had problems. Added the Ed Brown with memory bump and problem solved, no further issues with the grip safety. I have shot it much more since the original post and both my Kimbers have been great. My next Kimber would be the Gold Combat. |