the only Kimber HANDGUN I own is their Ultra Carry which is the neatest, most accurate, concealable .45 made, IMHO. If I were to get another 1911 it would be a Kimber. Having sold my Gold Cup series 70, I'm left with two series 70 11911s (.38 sup & .45 acp) both custom worked and a custom worked series 70 steel Commander. I morn the GC and love my Colts. Still, I feel Kimber makes the best OTC 1911s on the market. You can't go wrong with your choice.