The Kimber Custom CDP II delivers enhanced grip security and refined accuracy in a full-size 1911 platform designed for California compliance. This 45 ACP pistol combines traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing precision to create a reliable sidearm that performs consistently across diverse shooting applications.
What Makes This Different
The Custom CDP II features laminated gray and black double diamond grips that provide superior texture compared to standard checkered wood grips. Front strap checkering at 20 lines per inch creates additional contact points for consistent hand placement. The stainless steel slide with brush polish finish resists corrosion better than standard carbon steel construction while maintaining the classic 1911 profile.
Key Features
- 8+1 capacity with .45 ACP chambering for proven stopping power
- 5-inch match grade barrel with target crown for enhanced accuracy
- Front slide serrations provide positive manipulation in adverse conditions
- Laminated double diamond grips resist moisture and temperature changes
- 20 LPI front strap checkering ensures secure grip placement
- Stainless steel construction with brush polished finish
- California compliant configuration meets state requirements
Field testing demonstrates consistent 2.5-inch groups at 25 yards with quality ammunition. The full-size frame absorbs recoil effectively during extended shooting sessions. Weather resistance testing shows the stainless steel components maintain function after exposure to salt spray and humidity. Competition shooters appreciate the crisp trigger break and reset characteristics inherent to the 1911 design.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 8+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
- Overall Length: 8.7 inches
- Height: 5.25 inches
- Width: 1.28 inches
- Weight: Approximately 38 ounces
- Frame: Aluminum, black anodized
- Slide: Stainless steel, brush polished
- Grips: Laminated gray/black double diamond
- Sights: Fixed low profile
- Safety: Thumb safety, grip safety, firing pin safety
- Made in USA
Kimber's manufacturing standards ensure consistent tolerances across production runs. The Custom CDP II represents proven 1911 reliability with enhanced grip features that address real-world handling requirements. California residents gain access to a premium 1911 that meets state compliance standards without compromising performance capabilities.