Mark,

Thanks for the information. I didn't realize the models could be
broken down as you had explained. That's great information.

The lack of a firing pin block isn't a big deal, since there's a
manual safety as well as a grip safety - correct?

Rick

--- In Combat-Handgun@yahoogroups.com, "J. R. Swackhammer"
<colt_saa@...> wrote:
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> Rick,
> I like the Kimbers. There are 7 of them in the safe right now in various
> configurations.
>
> Classic refers to the style. A classic is a standard 1911 design. Other
> styles are Elite, CDP, Raptor, RCP, Eclipse, etc.
>
> Custom refers to barrel length. Custom are 5" guns, Pro are 4" guns and
> Ultra are 3" guns.
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> Series II refers to the addition of the grip safety activated firing pin
> block.
>
> So a Custom Classic would be a 5" entry level 1911 design autoloader
> without a firing pin block.
>
> Mark
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Combat-Handgun@yahoogroups.com
> [mailto:Combat-Handgun@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of rpxr400
> Sent: Sunday, January 28, 2007 10:46 AM
> To: Combat-Handgun@yahoogroups.com
> Subject: [Combat-Handgun] Kimber model question
>
>
>
> I bought a used Kimber Classic Stainless at a gun show yesterday.
>
> I had shot a Kimber Custom a few months back, and since then, wanted
> one. The price seemed right on this.
>
> Now - I am wondering what the difference is between the Classic and
> the Custom or Custom II. I don't see a Classic on the Kimber web site.
>
> Is this the generation prior to the Custom II and Custom I ?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Rick
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