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Re: Got A New Gun

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Pete92FS wrote:Congrats on the new pistola - I've had one since last October and love it.
ChuckW wrote:Very nice! I am sure that you will enjoy it.

I couldn't help noticing in your disassembly picture that you used the wire like takedown tool provided with the gun for disassembly. In case you weren't aware I thought that I would mention this guy's Ultra tool - http://www.1911ultratool.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

His device perfectly alines the the slide stop with the disassembly notch making field stripping a breeze, something that the Kimber tool doesn't do. I have a Kimber Ultra CDP and can testify that the thing really works. FYI - I have no connection with the guy who makes these.
Thanks for the link :tiphat: - I watched the video and am definitly going to order one of these tools. That little hex key that came with the gun is a real pain.
ddstuder wrote:Congrats!! :cheers2:

I have the same weapon. Got it in December last year, and has been 100% reliable. I have about 1000 rounds through it, and have had no failures at all! I am going to send my slide to Kimber for night sights soon. The laser is cool, but I do not like the black sights on them. I cant see them in low light conditions.
I agree with the sights - I am going to have mine changed out also. Too hard for me to align in low light.
I ordered the tool to looks like a great design huh? :cheers2:
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Purplehood wrote:
texjames wrote:You guys that have a Ultra tell me about a holster. I was thinking a super tuck...can it ride mid of the back ok? Would you get a left handed (i'm right handed) but seems easier to get at from mid back.
Oh, oh...there is a thread on that very subject that you might want to peruse. Just saying.
Do you have a link to the thread? Probably to late as i just ordered a Super Tuck for it and i also ordered a Snap slide from Crossbreed for my Glock 33 (.357 sig) i might carry it sometimes too.
That thing is a flame thrower.... :fire
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This is why I hate forums. There is always someone flashing a nice shiny new toy that I want! If its not a Kimber, its a new BlackBerry or a Nice vintage Mercedes-Benz. I want too many things. By the way that has to be the finest looking pistola around! Congrats
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I carried mine in a Milt Sparks VMII. Some swear by kydex - I cant do it IWB.
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texjames wrote:
Purplehood wrote:
texjames wrote:You guys that have a Ultra tell me about a holster. I was thinking a super tuck...can it ride mid of the back ok? Would you get a left handed (i'm right handed) but seems easier to get at from mid back.
Oh, oh...there is a thread on that very subject that you might want to peruse. Just saying.
Do you have a link to the thread? Probably to late as i just ordered a Super Tuck for it and i also ordered a Snap slide from Crossbreed for my Glock 33 (.357 sig) i might carry it sometimes too.
That thing is a flame thrower.... :fire
No, I am too lazy to search. But the general consensus that I got from it is that it is a Bozo-No-No.
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Purplehood wrote:
texjames wrote:
Purplehood wrote:
texjames wrote:You guys that have a Ultra tell me about a holster. I was thinking a super tuck...can it ride mid of the back ok? Would you get a left handed (i'm right handed) but seems easier to get at from mid back.
Oh, oh...there is a thread on that very subject that you might want to peruse. Just saying.
Do you have a link to the thread? Probably to late as i just ordered a Super Tuck for it and i also ordered a Snap slide from Crossbreed for my Glock 33 (.357 sig) i might carry it sometimes too.
That thing is a flame thrower.... :fire
No, I am too lazy to search. But the general consensus that I got from it is that it is a Bozo-No-No.
Do you mean No No on the small of the back...if so i did ask Crossbreed about that and he said none of there holsters are designed for Mid of back carry.
I actually played around with it and i think with the right tilt i can Appendage carry about 2 oclock.I carry my cell pone holster on my belt there also so the buldge from that will help camoflauge the gun. Will see.
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Sorry for being imprecise. Yes, I meant carry in the middle of the back. There was a HUGE discussion on the issue as I recall it. I tend to agree that it is perhaps not the best method.
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74novaman wrote:The laser warning almost has me in tears. If the laser is shining in your eyes, "laser radiation" is the LEAST of your health concerns.... "rlol"

Very nice gun.
Never mind the black hole that the big bullet comes out of. BEWARE of the laser! "rlol"
That's a nice gun and it is on my list; maybe next year when I get a tax refund or when I win the lottery. Looks like it would fit my little hand well and I don't have a 45 yet. Trying to talk my hubs into me spending that much on another hand gun will be the problem. This is a reverse scenario I think. :smilelol5: Any way, I am extremely envious.
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Purplehood wrote:Sorry for being imprecise. Yes, I meant carry in the middle of the back. There was a HUGE discussion on the issue as I recall it. I tend to agree that it is perhaps not the best method.
From what I've heard, a fall while carrying middle of the back can result in spinal injury. That's enough of a reason for me.
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You just HAD to post that picture didn't you. I have the full size version of this gun and love it. I think it needs a little brother. :mrgreen:
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gigag04 wrote:I carried mine in a Milt Sparks VMII. Some swear by kydex - I cant do it IWB.
These look like great holsters but the wait time is pretty darn long. From their web site:

"If you were to place your order today, the delivery time being quoted on new orders, is 22 to 30 weeks!"
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I just pick my refund check from the mailbox this evening. I was going to buy a new TV (mine's on the fritz).

But now.... :drool: :drool:
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