Kimber TLE/RL II Range Report / Pics

[Coolknight]

Ok, I have had some bad luck with 1911s, last couple I had were more trouble then fun.

So after trying a friends Kimber Custom II, I decided my next "out of the box" 1911 would be a Kimber. So I managed to put my hands on a TLE/RL II and I must say that I am pleased. The only thing I do not like are the inside looks of their std. barrel... but to Kimber's defence it shoots good.

I did two mods, I changed the slide release lever for one from Wilson and the plastic MSH to a alloy one from Wilson, rest is stock.

Here are two pictures:

http://onfinite.com/libraries/606337/8e8.jpg

http://onfinite.com/libraries/606338/eba.jpg

Here here is a "mini" range report. 2x 5 shoot offhand at two
different targets at a distance of 25 meters (27.34 Yds).

http://onfinite.com/libraries/606339/601.jpg

http://onfinite.com/libraries/606340/c18.jpg

For the money it not a bad buy, it's reliable and plenty accurate when I take time to aim.

Regards,
Coolknight

[Kablam]

What's an MSH?

[quantico]

Main spring housing.... the lower unit towards the rear ... the lowest part of the grip that extends toward your arm / hand.
It contains the mainspring that puts tension on the hammer thru a strut and a couple other parts / pins.

[quantico]

I am glad your kimber is running well. I have heard of many problems from rusty barrels... maybe give kimber a call and see what they have to say. If your extractor is working well.. it's a good thing...

[Kablam]

Thanks...

[ILikeFtLbs]

Nice pistol!