The Kimber 1911 Wildlife is a limited-edition 1911-pattern semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP with a 5-inch barrel. It is issued as a 1 of 300 limited edition and fitted with burled maple wood grips. Capacity is 7+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Kimber 
• Model: 1911 Wildlife 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 7+1 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

• 1911-pattern pistol in .45 ACP with a 5-inch barrel 
• Limited edition run of 300 units 
• Burled maple wood grips 
• 7-round magazine capacity

Collectors and 1911 enthusiasts buy the Kimber Wildlife editions primarily as display pieces or safe queens, though most owners report they are fully functional and range-ready. The burled maple grips are consistently described as the visual highlight, with fit and finish held to a higher standard than standard Kimber production runs.

As a limited edition of 300, resale and collectibility come up in most conversations. Owners tend to hold rather than sell, and those who do sell report strong interest. Some buyers note the premium over standard Kimber 1911 models and question whether the grips alone justify the difference in price.

For those who do shoot the Wildlife, the 1911 trigger and .45 ACP chambering are the familiar selling points. Reliability is considered on par with other Kimber full-size 1911 pistols. The main complaint is anxiety about putting range wear on a collectible.