Kimber Custom II GFO 10mm Rugged 5 Inch 1911 Pistol

Description

The Kimber Custom II GFO 10mm is a full-size steel Custom II in 10mm Auto with a 5 inch barrel, matte black finish and green fiber optic sights, holding 8 rounds plus one in the chamber.

Kimber Custom II GFO 10mm Overview

The Custom II is Kimber’s core Government-size 1911, and the GFO version (model 3700551) adds green fiber optic sights that are easy to pick up in daylight. Lipsey’s lists a steel frame, a 5 inch barrel, an 8.7 inch overall length and about 39 ounces of weight, with an aluminum three-hole trigger and front slide serrations. One 8-round magazine comes in the box. The extra weight of a steel frame matters here, because 10mm recoils more than 45 ACP.

Why a 10mm 1911

The 10mm Auto shoots flatter and hits harder than 45 ACP, which is why hikers in bear country and hog hunters look at it. In a heavy steel 1911 the recoil is manageable, and the long sight radius helps accuracy. The trade-off is ammunition cost and availability: full-power 10mm is not cheap, and many store loads are mild.

Green Fiber Optic Sights

Fiber optic sights gather ambient light and glow bright green in daylight, which speeds up front-sight focus. They do not glow in darkness the way tritium night sights do, so if you plan to use this pistol at night, add a weapon light or consider swapping sights later.

Trigger and Handling

The aluminum match-style trigger is light and crisp, as you would expect from a Kimber. The rubber grips give traction under recoil. A standard 1911 thumb safety and beavertail grip safety are in place, so the manual of arms is the same as any Government model.

Maintenance with Hot Loads

Heavy 10mm loads batter springs and parts faster than 45 ACP target rounds. Keep an eye on the recoil spring and replace it on Kimber’s schedule, inspect the slide stop and barrel link area during cleaning, and keep the rails lubricated. Some shooters keep a lighter spring for target ammo and a heavier one for full-power loads.

Honest Trade-Offs

At about 39 ounces unloaded this is a heavy pistol to carry all day, and an 8-round capacity trails modern double-stack 10mm handguns. Only one magazine ships with it, so plan on buying spares. In return you get a classic steel 1911 that soaks up recoil and points naturally.

Cleaning and Care

Clean the barrel, chamber and breech face after each outing and lubricate the rails, barrel hood and link area. Heavy 10mm loads deposit more fouling than 45 ACP target ammunition, so pay attention to the extractor and firing pin channel. Inspect the grip safety and thumb safety for proper function as part of every cleaning session.

State Laws and Ownership

Eight-round magazines are legal almost everywhere, but states with handgun rosters may not list this model, and some states limit carry or require permits even in the backcountry. Check your state and local rules before ordering, and ask your receiving FFL if you are unsure.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Kimber
• Model: Custom II GFO, 3700551
• UPC: 669278375519
• Caliber: 10mm Auto
• Action: Single action
• Barrel: 5 in.
• Twist: 1 in 16
• Overall length: 8.7 in.
• Weight: about 39 oz
• Capacity: 8+1; one 8-round magazine
• Frame: Steel, matte black
• Sights: Green fiber optic
• Grips: Black rubber
• Trigger: Aluminum three-hole

Before You Buy

Federal law requires handgun buyers to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer, and every sale goes through an FFL with a completed Form 4473 and background check. Budget for spare 8-round 10mm magazines, a sturdy holster for a 5 inch 1911, and both practice and full-power ammunition. Test your carry load for reliability before trusting it in the field.

Who It Is For

The Kimber Custom II GFO 10mm is a great fit for hikers, hunters and 1911 shooters who want the power of 10mm in a steel Government-size pistol with bright daylight sights.

Buy the Kimber Custom II GFO 10mm at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Kimber Custom II GFO 10mm online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more pistols. For factory details, visit Kimber.