The Kimber 2K11 Eclipse is a 9mm pistol with a 5-inch fluted DLC barrel and an optic-ready slide. It accepts 17+1 or 20+1 round magazines and has a brush polish finish with MJD Kevlar and carbon fiber grip panels. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Kimber 
• Model: 2K11 Eclipse 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 20 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5" 
• Color/Finish: Brush Polish 
   

Detailed Features 

• 5-inch fluted barrel with DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating 
• Optic-ready slide cut 
• MJD Kevlar and carbon fiber grip panels 
• Brush polish finish 
• Accepts both 17+1 and 20+1 round magazines

The 2K11 Eclipse draws attention for its fluted DLC barrel and the combination of Kevlar and carbon fiber grips, which owners see as a functional aesthetic distinction from more conventional pistols in the lineup. The brush polish finish gets divided reactions; some find it sharp and purposeful, others prefer a matte finish that is easier to maintain.

The optic-ready cut is appreciated as a practical inclusion rather than an afterthought. Shooters who run the Eclipse on the range comment favorably on the 5-inch barrel's pointability, though a few note the grip texture can be polarizing depending on hand size.

At its price, the Eclipse sits in a competitive segment. Owners who prioritize premium materials tend to view the DLC barrel and composite grips as worth the cost; those focused purely on mechanical function may weigh simpler options.