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twkenny · 07-30-2008, 12:10 PM

The more I read the more conflicting information I find.
The manual for my Kimber states there is a substantial break in time. The first box of WWB I put through it went off without a hitch. Next box of WWB had multiple FTF's. No FTE's, just FTF.

My question I guess is what experince have you Kimber guys had with WWB and break in periods? The pistol is a Raptor II.

Thanks.

NDB_MN · 07-30-2008, 12:14 PM

I'm breaking in my Kimber right now, and haven't had any issues after the first 100 rounds of Magtech. Had 1 of my Kim-Pro 8 round magazines that didn't like to feed the first round cleenly, but it cleared up with a little wear (only happened on the first 2 uses). Was shooting 3" left at the beginning and crept to 1" left by the end of the session. I'll use some WWB this weekend and get back to you.

Frostyeyes · 07-30-2008, 12:40 PM

TW keep it oiled well during your first few range visits, all Kimbers are tight and most need a break in period. I prefer a heavier oil during range visits, I use Mobil 1 20W50 believe it or not and it works great. My wife bought me the complete set of Raptors for our 25th anniversary a couple of years ago and the PRO took almost 500 rds to get broke in right while the other 3 ( Grand- RartorII and the ultra ) were good to go out of the box.

twkenny · 07-30-2008, 01:09 PM

Thanks for the help. I really appreciate it.
NDB...mine were on the first round mostly as well....I appreciate your willingness to fore some WWB for me.
Frosty--great anniversary gift! And I'll try the oil.

Thanks again.

blueblur · 07-30-2008, 03:43 PM

I bought a Raptor II in Feb. and had a few FTE's during break in. I used all different ammo just to switch it up, although I didn't use any WWB.

During break in I'd keep the gun oiled on the heavy side. You don't need a TON of oil, just a little more than usual.

I field stripped it and cleaned it after every 50-100 rnds until it felt like it was broken in (about 500 rounds or so).

Try some different ammo for a range visit or 2 then go back to the WWB and see how it operates then.

I love my Raptor, great gun.

B Glover · 07-30-2008, 05:54 PM

All mine seemed a little diffrent at first. My newest, A warrior, would be fine one week then the next time I'd get a few FTF's or failures to chamber. Next time it would be fine. That said I didn't do a good job of watching which mags I was using, because honestly some 1911's just don't like some mags.

Its my understanding, and I tend to believe it from personal experience, that Kimber makes their cambers extremely tight and that's a reason they seem quirky early on.

Brett
IYAAYAS ret

MagicPie · 07-30-2008, 07:20 PM

I always replace the stock magazine with a Kimber ProTec and get the dremel out and polish up the feed ramp from the start. Ever since I started doing that, none of my new kimbers have gave me any problems before the 450rd suggested break in period, including the feeding of hollow points.

walter · 07-30-2008, 09:16 PM

why would you buy a $800-1200 gun and have to put a dremel on the ramp..

**Se2002** · 07-30-2008, 09:32 PM

500 rounds before you call judgement.

Bullet Boy · 07-30-2008, 09:40 PM

One thing I have noticed is that the Kimber's don't like cheap mags. Try out a Wilson Combat.

07-30-2008, 12:10 PM	#1
twkenny XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Alabama Posts: 148	Kimber break in time The more I read the more conflicting information I find. The manual for my Kimber states there is a substantial break in time. The first box of WWB I put through it went off without a hitch. Next box of WWB had multiple FTF's. No FTE's, just FTF. My question I guess is what experince have you Kimber guys had with WWB and break in periods? The pistol is a Raptor II. Thanks.

07-30-2008, 12:14 PM	#2
NDB_MN XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Champlin, Minnesota Posts: 422	I'm breaking in my Kimber right now, and haven't had any issues after the first 100 rounds of Magtech. Had 1 of my Kim-Pro 8 round magazines that didn't like to feed the first round cleenly, but it cleared up with a little wear (only happened on the first 2 uses). Was shooting 3" left at the beginning and crept to 1" left by the end of the session. I'll use some WWB this weekend and get back to you. __________________ SA-XD40 Bi-Tone: Trijicon Night Sights, Don's Guide Rod 22#, PRP Match Trigger, Magloc Mag Well, Hogue Handall grip Beretta PX4 Storm Subcompact 9mm Kimber 1911 Stainless TLE II Beretta AL391 Teknys 12ga Ruger MkII: Volquartsen Target Grips, Adjustable Sights

07-30-2008, 12:40 PM	#3
Frostyeyes XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Livonia Michigan Posts: 910	TW keep it oiled well during your first few range visits, all Kimbers are tight and most need a break in period. I prefer a heavier oil during range visits, I use Mobil 1 20W50 believe it or not and it works great. My wife bought me the complete set of Raptors for our 25th anniversary a couple of years ago and the PRO took almost 500 rds to get broke in right while the other 3 ( Grand- RartorII and the ultra ) were good to go out of the box. __________________ Gun Control: What a Long Strange Trip It\'s Been

07-30-2008, 07:20 PM	#7
MagicPie XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: The only good state-TX Posts: 213	I always replace the stock magazine with a Kimber ProTec and get the dremel out and polish up the feed ramp from the start. Ever since I started doing that, none of my new kimbers have gave me any problems before the 450rd suggested break in period, including the feeding of hollow points. __________________ N/A

07-30-2008, 09:32 PM	#9
Se2002 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: AL Posts: 1,396 Blog Entries: 1	500 rounds before you call judgement. __________________ If the prospect of having your thumb hit by the bolt is unacceptable do not attempt to load your Garand.

07-30-2008, 01:09 PM	#4
twkenny XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Alabama Posts: 148	Thanks for the help. I really appreciate it. NDB...mine were on the first round mostly as well....I appreciate your willingness to fore some WWB for me. Frosty--great anniversary gift! And I'll try the oil. Thanks again.

07-30-2008, 03:43 PM	#5
blueblur XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: MD Posts: 277	I bought a Raptor II in Feb. and had a few FTE's during break in. I used all different ammo just to switch it up, although I didn't use any WWB. During break in I'd keep the gun oiled on the heavy side. You don't need a TON of oil, just a little more than usual. I field stripped it and cleaned it after every 50-100 rnds until it felt like it was broken in (about 500 rounds or so). Try some different ammo for a range visit or 2 then go back to the WWB and see how it operates then. I love my Raptor, great gun.

07-30-2008, 05:54 PM	#6
B Glover XDTalk Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 65	All mine seemed a little diffrent at first. My newest, A warrior, would be fine one week then the next time I'd get a few FTF's or failures to chamber. Next time it would be fine. That said I didn't do a good job of watching which mags I was using, because honestly some 1911's just don't like some mags. Its my understanding, and I tend to believe it from personal experience, that Kimber makes their cambers extremely tight and that's a reason they seem quirky early on. Brett IYAAYAS ret

07-30-2008, 09:16 PM	#8
walter XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 28	why would you buy a $800-1200 gun and have to put a dremel on the ramp..

07-30-2008, 09:40 PM	#10
Bullet Boy XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 180	One thing I have noticed is that the Kimber's don't like cheap mags. Try out a Wilson Combat. __________________ Bullet Boy "The 'BB' Factor" XD(m) Owner, Competition Shooter, and Reloader XD(m) 9mm Now Shipping

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