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mojust · 07-01-2006, 03:51 PM

Anybody own this pistol? How is it? How would you compare it to an XD .45?

Nerves · 07-01-2006, 04:00 PM

I don't own that particular model of Kimber, but I Do use a Kimber Product as my CCW back-up (Tactical Pro II). So all I can shed light on, between the XD and a 1911 "style" weapon is the Trigger and frame width. The aiming point are VERY, VERY similar.

some folk;s feel that the recoil of the XD is less than the 1911 full size frame. Others like myself think the XD is just a little more.

jetdriver · 07-05-2006, 04:33 PM

I had a Pro BP Ten II. It was a very, very accurate pistol...when it worked. Anyone that knows Kimbers will tell you there is a 500 round break in period - its right in the manual. I was too impatient for this. It is a very solid, well built pistol. IMHO, the ergonomia are great. The trigger is amazing. In fact, I may try another one. The only drawback is the mags. They are difficult to come by, and expensive ($50 a piece from Kimber). Also, they are not the most reliable mags. If you can get a few of them, and tweak them to feed smooth, you're set. All in all, its a solid weapon and accurate 1911 style hi-cap.

As compared to my XD45:

-Same capacity - 13rd mag +1 chamber
- Classic 1911 style grip w/ beavertail - No thumb recesses like XD grip (I like this on XD)
- aggressive checkering (I like this a lot & wish the XD was like this)
- more rounded slide
- 1911 is NOT ambi safety OR ambi mag release like XD
- 1911 (4" size) needs paper clip tool to hold captured recoil spring, XD not tools req'd
- 1911 external hammer fired - XD internal striker fired
- IMO you simply can't get a better trigger than a 1911, especially a Kimber or other reputable manufacturer

Just a few things. Good luck.

07-01-2006, 03:51 PM	#1
mojust XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: connecticut Posts: 169	Kimber 10 II Anybody own this pistol? How is it? How would you compare it to an XD .45? __________________ Sig 228, 226 Blackwater, S&W 60, Mossberg 590, XD .45 ACP, Springfield 1911, Smith 1911. Happiness is a warm gun

07-01-2006, 04:00 PM	#2
Nerves XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jacksonville, Fl. Posts: 2,028	I don't own that particular model of Kimber, but I Do use a Kimber Product as my CCW back-up (Tactical Pro II). So all I can shed light on, between the XD and a 1911 "style" weapon is the Trigger and frame width. The aiming point are VERY, VERY similar. some folk;s feel that the recoil of the XD is less than the 1911 full size frame. Others like myself think the XD is just a little more. __________________ \"WHEN YOU PUT ON YOUR GUN LEAVE YOUR MIDDLE FINGER AT HOME\" NRA Member IDPA Member--Wilson Combat CQB (CDP) USPSA Member--New XD 9 Tac & G34 (Production ) IPSC Open Major--STI Trubor Grandmaster CCW's: -- XD-45 ACP 4" with Truglo TFO's & M6 Laser/Light --Kimber Tactical Pro II, ...Many More

07-05-2006, 04:33 PM	#3
jetdriver XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 177	I had a Pro BP Ten II. It was a very, very accurate pistol...when it worked. Anyone that knows Kimbers will tell you there is a 500 round break in period - its right in the manual. I was too impatient for this. It is a very solid, well built pistol. IMHO, the ergonomia are great. The trigger is amazing. In fact, I may try another one. The only drawback is the mags. They are difficult to come by, and expensive ($50 a piece from Kimber). Also, they are not the most reliable mags. If you can get a few of them, and tweak them to feed smooth, you're set. All in all, its a solid weapon and accurate 1911 style hi-cap. As compared to my XD45: -Same capacity - 13rd mag +1 chamber - Classic 1911 style grip w/ beavertail - No thumb recesses like XD grip (I like this on XD) - aggressive checkering (I like this a lot & wish the XD was like this) - more rounded slide - 1911 is NOT ambi safety OR ambi mag release like XD - 1911 (4" size) needs paper clip tool to hold captured recoil spring, XD not tools req'd - 1911 external hammer fired - XD internal striker fired - IMO you simply can't get a better trigger than a 1911, especially a Kimber or other reputable manufacturer Just a few things. Good luck. __________________ Yo homey...is that my briefcase? USMC ** SEMPER FI Last edited by jetdriver : 07-05-2006 at 04:40 PM.

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