[BigByrd47119]

I have a opportunity to get one hell of a deal on a used Kimber Pro Carry. My only concern is that this will be my first 1911. Should I be concerned? It seems relatively simple to maintain from watching YouTube videos. And of course lets not forget, it is a Kimber.

Thoughts? Opinions? Thanks in advance!

[canebrake]

Is this the 4" bull barrel model?

If so, the Commander length is the best size 1911 for carry.

If it's the Officer size (3-3.5" barrel) I do not recommend it as a first 1911.

[BigByrd47119]

Originally Posted by canebrake

Is this the 4" bull barrel model?

If so, the Commander length is the best size 1911 for carry.

If it's the Officer size (3-3.5" barrel) I do not recommend it as a first 1911.

Its the 4". Out of curiosity, why not the >4" model? I'd love to be able to CC it, but I'm not sure how easily it will be done. Seems to me a smaller model would be easier...? Unless we start talking about controlability and follow-up shots.

[danf_fl]

Originally Posted by BigByrd47119

Its the 4". Out of curiosity, why not the >4" model? I'd love to be able to CC it, but I'm not sure how easily it will be done. Seems to me a smaller model would be easier...? Unless we start talking about controlability and follow-up shots.

Not only controllability or follow-up shots, but other things also.

The shorter the barrel, the sooner you have to swap out springs. On a full size, you can get maybe 5000 rounds between spring changes. On the >4", 2000-3000 rounds. These are not built as competition or range guns and may see 3000 rounds in their (or the owner's) lifetime.