The Kimber Custom II is a full-size 1911 chambered in 9mm Luger with a 5-inch match-grade stainless steel barrel and a two-tone stainless and black finish. It holds 9 rounds (8+1), weighs 38 oz, and ships with checkered rosewood grips, fixed low-profile sights, and an aluminum trigger set at approximately 4 to 5 lbs. The frame has beavertail and thumb safeties. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Kimber 
• Model Name: Custom II 
• Caliber: 9MM LUGER (9X19 PARA) 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Capacity: 9 rounds (8+1) 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Weight: 38 oz. 
• Finish: Stainless Steel and Black 
• Sights: Fixed Low Profile 
   

Detailed Features 

1. Match-grade 5-inch stainless steel barrel with left-hand 16-twist configuration 
2. Checkered rosewood grips for traction and a traditional 1911 appearance 
3. Aluminum trigger at approximately 4 to 5 lbs for a crisp, consistent break 
4. Beavertail and thumb safety — standard 1911 safety configuration 
5. Fixed low-profile sights reduce snag potential during draw 
    

Usage 

The Custom II in 9mm is a full-size government-pattern 1911 with the capacity advantage that 9mm provides over the traditional .45 ACP chambering — 9 rounds versus 7 or 8. At 38 oz it is heavy for carry but stable for range and competition use. The two-tone stainless and black finish and rosewood grips give it an attractive appearance that appeals to collectors. Like all tight-tolerance 1911s, it benefits from consistent cleaning to maintain reliable feeding.

The Kimber Custom II 9mm two-tone draws a combination of appreciation for the 1911 platform and Kimber's build quality, alongside the recurring cost and maintenance discussions common to the brand.

The two-tone stainless and black finish is consistently praised — it's distinctive and the brushed stainless holds up well. Rosewood grips get positive comments for both aesthetics and grip feel. Trigger quality earns the usual Kimber compliments; the aluminum trigger at 4-5 lbs is crisp and consistent. The 9mm chambering is often noted as a practical advantage — higher capacity than .45 ACP in the same frame.

Pricing is the recurring debate. Kimber commands a premium, and buyers compare the Custom II against other 9mm 1911s at both higher and lower price points. Reliability concerns with specific ammunition types and aftermarket magazines come up periodically. Maintenance requirements are acknowledged consistently — the 1911 platform needs regular cleaning, and the Custom II is no exception. Most owners seem to view the maintenance as part of owning a 1911 rather than a product fault.