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GunNut
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It’s been a good year! Another bucket list snag

I’ve been wanting a first gen steel framed Kimber for a long time. TOUGH to come by specially in good shape. I’ve also been wanting a CCO for a long time too since I shot Mr. Larsen’s. Not a lot of those around. And then I just ran into this for a really good price.
Called the guy and ask him if he can drive a few miles in my direction since he’s like 3 hour away. Older gentlemen and super nice he says he really doesn’t drive much these days but to make it worth my while he drops the price by $120!!!!! I say when and where do we meet.
When we meet the gun is better than I expected AND in the original box AND he gives me a 100 round unopened box of Winchester White box .45s “for my troubles”. One fine gentleman! Says he’s happy his gun is going to a good home.
Original Kimber first gen Custom Compact!

Original Kimber first gen Custom Compact!

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Good score !!
I remember my first mentor putting one in my hand and saying, this is the company that’s going to revive American’s love for the 1911. He was right!
Just kidding, I love that guy!
Outside of the super high end stuff like Wilson and Baer, that was about the extent of the market, and those early Kimbers were a real game changer. Nice that you found one without the Swartz safety.
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