The Kimber Custom LW Shadow Ghost is a single-action 9mm 1911 with an aluminum frame that cuts weight compared to steel-framed variants. It stays in the classic 1911 form factor while adding a few modern touches. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Kimber 
• Family: 1911 Style Pistol Series 
• Model: Custom LW Shadow Ghost 
• Type: Semi-Auto Pistol 
• Action: Single Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 9mm 
• Finish: KimPro Black 
• Frame Material: Aluminum Frame 
• Stock/Grips Material: Black Rubber 
• Grip Type: Synthetic 
• Barrel Length: 5" 
• Overall Length: 8.7" 
• Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-16" 
• Capacity: 9 + 1 (includes one magazine) 
• Weight: 31.2 oz. 
• Sights Type: Fixed Sights (FS: Red FO | RS: White Dot) 
   

Features 

The aluminum frame brings weight to 31.2 oz, lighter than a full steel 1911 without changing the handling profile most 1911 shooters prefer. The KimPro Black finish resists corrosion and wear. Sights are fixed: red fiber optic front, white dot rear, a practical combination for fast target acquisition across lighting conditions. The three-hole aluminum trigger is single-action only, giving a crisp, short pull. Black rubber grips provide grip without being aggressive. At 9+1 in 9mm, capacity is about average for a full-size 1911 in this caliber.

Feedback on the Kimber 1911 Shadow Ghost is generally positive, particularly from shooters who prefer the 1911 platform.

The aluminum frame gets consistent mention. It feels lighter than comparable steel 1911s without changing the balance in a way that bothers experienced shooters. Accuracy at the range is frequently cited as a strength. The KimPro finish and the fiber optic front sight both receive positive remarks. Most owners find the single-action trigger to be one of its better qualities.

The price draws criticism from some buyers who consider it high relative to other 1911s in the category. A small number of users have reported occasional feeding issues, usually with certain ammunition types, a fairly common 1911 characteristic that tends to resolve with break-in or ammo selection. Some shooters find the traditional 1911 manual of arms less intuitive than modern pistol designs, which is worth considering if this is your first 1911.