kimber recomentation

[tobby4]

damn... I need a raise

 

[Don Ho]

Kimber makes a FINE 1911 in any configuration.........but, I would go to a local range that rents and try some models out. You might love the 3" with 230+P's or you may HATE it, but you're going to want to know before you drop $800.00+ on a carry gun. I carry a SIG P220 and have for 15+ years, I have a couple of 1911's but for me I like a DA/SA gun.....plus it runs better for me then any other gun I own right now or in the past.

 

[segundo22]

Here's a link to my online ad.

Subjectively, I feel the .40 has a sharper recoil profile than .45 ACP and in a pistol as light as the PM40, I just might not be too fond of that.
Decisions, decisions.

The recoil or bits is subjective and has to do a ton with which weapon you are firing. Sprng tensions, weight, and over all angular build have a lot to do with it.

I dont like .45 for several reasons. Muzzle flip is hard, muzzle blast is huge, noise level is deafening, magazine capacity is far more limited. Most shootings for self defense occur at a range of less than 3 meters. The .40 caliber has a 98% first shot stopping percentage which is awesome. The .357 sig has just come back with a 97% first shot rating. I prefer both of these calibers over a .45.

Again it is a matter of preference, but I have spent a shit ton of time firing these weapons as I was in the SF in the Marines.

 

[PetersCreek]

The recoil or bits is subjective and has to do a ton with which weapon you are firing. Sprng tensions, weight, and over all angular build have a lot to do with it.

I dont like .45 for several reasons. Muzzle flip is hard, muzzle blast is huge, noise level is deafening, magazine capacity is far more limited. Most shootings for self defense occur at a range of less than 3 meters. The .40 caliber has a 98% first shot stopping percentage which is awesome. The .357 sig has just come back with a 97% first shot rating. I prefer both of these calibers over a .45.

Again it is a matter of preference, but I have spent a shit ton of time firing these weapons as I was in the SF in the Marines.

I'm well aware that it's subjective...which is why I used the word "subjectively." Shoot what you want. I'm not lookin' for converts.

 

[CWS]

I'm well aware that it's subjective...which is why I used the word "subjectively." Shoot what you want. I'm not lookin' for converts.

Man knows what he wants.:assaultri

 

[kirscovitch]

sorry guys... never liked pistols..... prefered the ol 12 gauge...........

 

[indyrob]

I'm happy with my CZ 75B. It took me awhile to find a gun that fit my hands (big hands) and had a good feal to it. It's not the lightest out there but it shoots really good.

CZ75B

 

[GuyMcBeerdrinker]

For a .40 cal I'd save yourself a couple hundred bucks and buy a Springfield XD.....I LOVE that weapon, and so does most of the LE/Mil community ;-) I own one in .357Sig



drew

drew,

just had to revisit this thread after inspecting the xd a bit more closely earlier this week. it looks great and I'm thinking of picking one up in a .357.

how's the xd service model 4" in .357?

 

[Texas Cop]

Kimber ultra Carry in .40 is the way to go. I much prefer the .357 sig round however. Also stay away from the laser grips. THe main reason is that with training you will place finger along side the weapon and it will block the laser. Many shooters also come overdependant on lasers and when the have to hit the dort or have another weapon, they find themselves not so prepared as they like to think.

Kimbers are good guns, but for a little larger, I would go with a H and K compact or a Sig 228 or 239. They are my favorite out there.

I carry a FN 5.7 mostly now and I am trying to get a compact custom made for me. They factory will do a run of 100 compacts, but I am awaiting ATF import approval. I love this round and by far consider it to be the best round on the market at the moment.

Wowsers!!!!! How much?? I love the FiveSeven, and a compact version would be shweeeeeet!.

I recently picked up a Pro Carry II, the deal was just to good to pass up, and I love it. The weapon performs flawlessly, and is very well put together. In fact, I am considering buying an Ultra Carry at the moment, found a couple good deals on them. If you are still interested in one, shoot me a PM, and I can send you some links and phone numbers.

I need a new pocket gun, and while the Pro Carry doesn't exactly fit the description of a pocket gun, I like it. I am trying to pick up a KelTec in .380, but they seem to have skyrocketed in price, and I'm not going to pay $360ish dollars for one. I remember about 3 years ago, they were selling for under $200...WTF, over?


drew

 

[Don Ho]

Who ever is selling Kel-Tec .380's has a hell of truck payment, we have these for $269.99 all day long...take a hard look at the Kahr PM or Coverts..they make these in real calibers and are not much bigger then the KT. We run into the 3" Ultra 1911's all the time and guys really wanting them, but have had really spotting results with them ( ALL brands ) I would try and rent one first, they are REAL fussy.