- California versions
- 38
- Calibers
- .45 ACP, 9mm, .38 Special +P, .38 Super, 10mm Auto
- MSRP
- $749–$3,895
- Barrel lengths
- 2", 3", 4", 5"
Is the Kimber 1911 legal in California?
Yes. 38 versions of the Kimber 1911 are on the California DOJ Roster of Handguns Certified for Sale as of October 26, 2026, so California dealers can sell those exact versions new. Only the specific versions listed on this page are certified: a different finish, barrel length or caliber that is not listed is off-roster and can only be bought through a private party transfer at a licensed dealer.
Kimber 1911 versions on the California roster
| Photo | Version | Caliber | Barrel | Capacity | MSRP |
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Compact CDP II | .45 ACP | 4" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Custom CDP II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Custom II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $749 |
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CUSTOM LW (SHADOW GHOST)(45ACP) | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1295 |
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CUSTOM LW (SHADOW GHOST)(9MM) | 9mm | 5" | 7+1 | $1295 |
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Custom Target II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Custom TLE II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $839 |
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Custom TLE/RL II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Eclipse Custom II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Eclipse Pro II | .45 ACP | 4" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Eclipse Target II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1295 |
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Eclipse Ultra II | .45 ACP | 3" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Gold Match II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
| K6XS Carry | .38 Special +P | 2" | 6 | $1095 | |
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Pro Carry HD II | .45 ACP | 4" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Pro Carry HDII Super | .38 Super | 4" | 9+1 | $1095 |
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Pro Carry II | .45 ACP | 4" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Pro CDP II | .45 ACP | 4" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP) | .45 ACP | 5" | 8+1 | $3895 |
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RAPIDE (DAWN)(9MM) | 9mm | 5" | 8+1 | $3895 |
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Raptor II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Stainless Gold Match II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1,093 |
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Stainless II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Stainless Raptor II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Stainless Target 10mm II | 10mm Auto | 5" | 8+1 | $1,026 |
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Stainless Target 9mm II | 9mm | 5" | 9+1 | $1099 |
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Stainless TLE II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Stainless TLE/RL II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Stnls Pro Carry II | .45 ACP | 4" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Stnls Target II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Stnls Ultra Carry II | .45 ACP | 3" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Super Match II | .45 ACP | 5" | 8+1 | $1695 |
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Tactical Custom II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Ult Carry II | .45 ACP | 3" | 7+1 | $749 |
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Ultra CDP II | .45 ACP | 3" | 7+1 | $1095 |
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Ultra Covert II | .45 ACP | 3" | 7+1 | $799 |
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Ultra Raptor II | .45 ACP | 3" | 7+1 | $799 |
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Warrior II | .45 ACP | 5" | 7+1 | $839 |
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About the Kimber 1911
Kimber Manufacturing produces a wide range of 1911-pattern semi-automatic pistols at their Yonkers, New York facility. The 1911 is a single-action, hammer-fired platform originally designed by John Browning, chambered primarily for .45 ACP, and intended for self-defense, duty, and target shooting applications.
How the California versions differ
- Caliber: Most versions are chambered in .45 ACP, but the roster also includes 9mm, 10mm Auto, .38 Super, and .38 Special +P options, the last found in the K6XS Carry revolver.
- Barrel length and size: Models span three frame sizes — full-size (5" barrel), compact (4" barrel), and ultra/subcompact (3" barrel) — affecting overall length, weight, and capacity.
- Finish and aesthetics: Options range from standard matte black to stainless steel, two-tone Eclipse models with brushed finishes, scale-pattern Raptor slides, and the premium CUSTOM LW Shadow Ghost and RAPIDE Dawn variants with distinctive cosmetic treatments.
- Feature level and sights: Entry-level Custom II and Stainless II models offer basic fixed sights, while Target and Gold Match variants include adjustable sights, and CDP and TLE models add night sights and enhanced controls.
- Price range: MSRP spans from $749 to $3,895, reflecting differences in materials, finish quality, and included features.
Who it suits
Kimber 1911s are well suited to experienced handgun owners seeking a quality 1911 for home defense, concealed carry, or target shooting, with the compact and ultra models particularly relevant for carry use.