[gunslinger91]

I am looking for something to replace my carry piece. I like to compete in defensive pistol events here locally and am thinking about joining the IDPA to participate in their events as well. Accuracy, dependability, and quality are a must (all of which I believe Kimber will deliver). My question is which one? I must stay within the restrictions set by the IDPA and I like the ambidextrous safety, other then that I really do not have any restrictions or concerns. I have been looking at the Worrier but was wondering which models some of you use, why, and what you like/dislike about it? Also I was curious as to how well their aluminum frame holds up. Is it worth considering or should I stay with steel or stainless?

[Mooseman684]

While I don't shoot Competition any more. I say Stick with steel or Stainless frames...Balance and weight reduces felt recoil and steel is Just That..Tough!
I have the Kimber Epoch and the Eclipse II...Great Guns !!!
Rich

[Teuthis]

I shoot an Eclipse Pro II. I chose it because it is all stainless steel; four inch barrel, because that balances best in my hand; and has night sites; and did not have a rail. There are a number of Kimber models that are similar except for cosmetics. I think that if you decide on the features you want, then you can find several Kimbers from which to choose.

I think the Kimber trigger is the best. Their pistols are very well made, but it is that trigger that helps me so much with accuracy. I am starting to think about their 3" barrel, SIS Ultra. But I think I will at least examine one of the aluminum frames as part of that process.

I have had several aluminum frame pistols, and they never seem to be really balanced properly for shooting. That's just a personal opinion. The 9mm pistols I think, do better with non-steel frames. They are not too overbalanced.

[gunslinger91]

I had trouble deciding between the SIS and the Warrior. You can not put things off forever so I went to the shop today and picked up the Warrior. I did not use any special method to decide which one to get, I just bought the one they had in stock. It feels good but I will not be able to shoot it for a couple weeks because I will be out of town. By then my Wilson mags should be in.

[2inchgroups]

I cannot really help you with which to get, although I do have a kimber tactical customII, which does have the aluminum frame. I absolutley love mine, I have put a few thousand rounds through it with no problem. I have been using it for my USPSA (IPSC) shooting and I have had no problems at all. So I think the Aluminum is fine for what your using it for. Good luck choosing