Issues with 1911...

[Moose242]

Why assume it's the firearm, and not the user maintenance / shooting technique?

Because it is a Kimber.

[RedPony07]

Big A,

I have a couple of questions. What kind of aftermarket mags? What model kimber?

At the risk of being ridiculed I have owned/own multiple Kimbers I have found break in took more rounds than other 1911s I've owned.

The mags that come with Kimbers are Chip McCormick(sp) and while they may fuction well in other weapons they function like shit in the Kimbers.

I have had better results with Wilson combat.

These guns do like to be a little better lubricated.

The Ultra's tend to want more break in rounds than the Pro or Fullsize versions I have noticed that the ramp seems steeper on the Ultras.

[RedPony07]

Because it is a Kimber.

You know man I just wonder why you feel the need to do this?

You seem to be an ok person with a great deal of firearm knowledge, why not help a guy out with it, no matter what the brand of gun?

[Bassics]

That sounds like magazine issues. The feed lips specifically.

[whitetrash]

I've had zero issues with my kimber while shooting it. However other people have had some FTFs while shooting it. I suspect it's either your shooting style or ammo.

If its 3 inch model ild almost bet its you. Smaller gun with a large caliber is harder to control

[War Machine]

If I pay 1000 for a hand gun, that bitch better shoot any kind of ammo I feed it. I just can't understand the logic in an expensive gun that will only shoot certain ammo

[ThreeFingerPete]

If I pay 1000 for a hand gun, that bitch better shoot any kind of ammo I feed it. I just can't understand the logic in an expensive gun that will only shoot certain ammo

Buy an HK.

[Big A]

Why assume it's the firearm, and not the user maintenance / shooting technique? I would be the FIRST to complain if my Kimber had any problems.

And FWIW my Bill Wilson had a few FTF the first time out. It must be a piece of shit...

I know this isn't directed at me, but I didn't assume anything, which is why I am asking about all possibilities. I'm not ignorant enough to assume that just because it's not a bargain gun, that they can't have issues, but I do think that it is less likely the gun because of that.

He's just a bandwagon fanboi, who likes to spread heresay without personal owner experience, whether it be Kimber, Glock, or anything else that's not H&K.

On the Kimber that I have, the manual said 500 rounds to break it in. 1911s like to run wetter then usual as well.

Good to know, I'll throw a little more lube on it before I head back to the range later. I'll put another couple hundred rounds through it to A) practice, and B) hit that 500 round mark.

Big A,

I have a couple of questions. What kind of aftermarket mags? What model kimber?

At the risk of being ridiculed I have owned/own multiple Kimbers I have found break in took more rounds than other 1911s I've owned.

The mags that come with Kimbers are Chip McCormick(sp) and while they may fuction well in other weapons they function like shit in the Kimbers.

I have had better results with Wilson combat.

These guns do like to be a little better lubricated.

The Ultra's tend to want more break in rounds than the Pro or Fullsize versions I have noticed that the ramp seems steeper on the Ultras.

It's a Tactical Pro with a 4" barrel, and I have the Kimber magazine, as well as a Chip McCormick magazine. Interesting that you say that about the CMC mags, the guy at the gin shop recommended it over others based on his own personal experience. The issue happens with both magazines, so I'm not ready to chalk it up to that just yet, unless you or others no that the factory mags are less than ideal.

It's a Pro, so the feed ramp shouldn't be an issue, I'll dunk it in oil (figuratively), and put some more rounds through it.

That sounds like magazine issues. The feed lips specifically.

With the factory mag as well? f this is the case, are there modification that I can make to alleviate the issue?

If I pay 1000 for a hand gun, that bitch better shoot any kind of ammo I feed it. I just can't understand the logic in an expensive gun that will only shoot certain ammo

I don't necessarily think that is the issue, but didn't want to discount anything at this point. I can see that it could possibly be a factor as the gun is breaking in though, which is why I mentioned that I was shooting range ammo.

[Bassics]

With the factory mag as well? f this is the case, are there modification that I can make to alleviate the issue?

being a 1911, you should be able to hook up with someone and swap several brands of mags. Maybe the 8rd vs 7rd, wilson vs mccormick, whatever.

I said that because I have seen very similar things with the witness. Stouter springs sometimes fixes them, polishing the sides and follower sometimes, and one of them I slammed down lip-first on the bench and that fixed it (sticking open before empty). I have one witness mag that i have never been able to make work, but all the rest feed fine. And I've only had one that works flawlessly from the start. I bet all of Tony's still work fine as well.

I also experienced that same slide-stays-locked issue with an AMT, and again only with a certain mag. Granted the AMT was way more finicky, but the two mags were like night and day.

[ThreeFingerPete]

On the premature lock back, insert a loaded magazine into the gun and look to see if there is interference between the bullets and the slide stop.

[Big A]

On the premature lock back, insert a loaded magazine into the gun and look to see if there is interference between the bullets and the slide stop.

The bullet just barely grazes it with both mags, moreso with the aftermarket mag. Enough so that there is a little smidgeon of brass on the side of the slide stop.

[03trubluGT]

Wilson mags work fine in my Kimber.

Kimber Pro Stainless TLE/RLII

http://www.kimberamerica.com/1911/compact-ii-pro-carry-ii/stainless-pro-tle-rl-ii

[momo]

the nose of the round isn't getting caught up on the feed ramp is it?

edit:
nevermind. just saw where you said the round is chambered halfway or more. could be one of too many things. try wilson combat mags to rule out the mag issue.

[RedPony07]

Big A

Not sure why the guy would suggest mccormick mags other than the mags that come from Kimber are produced for them by mccormick. Try the Wilson, I have a Stainless Pro Carry II is functions flawlessly with WC mags.

Just for the record it was 799.00 plus tax out the door for those that have the misconception that all Kimbers are $1000.00 dollar guns

[ThreeFingerPete]

Big A

Not sure why the guy would suggest mccormick mags other than the mags that come from Kimber are produced for them by mccormick. Try the Wilson, I have a Stainless Pro Carry II is functions flawlessly with WC mags.

Just for the record it was 799.00 plus tax out the door for those that have the misconception that all Kimbers are $1000.00 dollar guns

$800 is pretty close to $1000, and MOST Kimbers are $1000+. But the good news is that the expensive ones are just as well/poorly fitted as the cheap ones. Apparently the extra money isn't going to the people assembling.