The Kimber Custom LW Night Patrol is a 1911-pattern pistol chambered in .45 ACP with a 5-inch barrel and 8-round capacity. The alloy frame keeps weight down compared to a full steel 1911, while the stainless steel slide handles wear and corrosion. Standard finish is black. Manufacturer Part Number 3700705, UPC 669278377056. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Custom LW Night Patrol 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Capacity: 8 rounds 
• Finish: Black 
• Manufacturer: Kimber 
• Manufacturer Part Number: 3700705 
• UPC: 669278377056 
   

Features 

The alloy frame is the defining weight-saving choice on this model — it drops meaningful grams compared to a full steel 1911 while maintaining the same external dimensions. Red fiber optic front sight allows fast target acquisition in daylight; the high-visibility dot is easy to pick up against most backgrounds. Checkered Hogue grips improve purchase on the frame, particularly with wet hands. Thumb safety is the standard 1911 single-sided layout. 
 
The single-action trigger and 5-inch barrel give this pistol the accuracy and reset characteristics that 1911 shooters expect from the platform. 
 

Usage 

• Home defense and personal carry: .45 ACP with 8+1 rounds in a familiar platform 
• Range and training: 1911 trigger is a standard training benchmark for single-action pistol work 
• Competition: fits single-stack divisions in USPSA and IDPA

Discussions around the Kimber Custom LW Night Patrol in .45 ACP reflect a generally favorable view of the pistol, with a few consistent reservations.

Build quality draws the most consistent praise. The alloy frame and stainless slide combination is well-regarded — owners note the fit and finish on Kimber 1911s is tight from the factory. The Hogue grips get specific mentions for improving control without looking aftermarket.

Shooting performance reviews are mostly positive. Accuracy is what experienced 1911 shooters expect from a 5-inch barrel: good. Trigger feel — the smooth single-action break that the 1911 platform is known for — is regularly cited as a highlight. Recoil in .45 ACP from this frame weight is manageable, not soft.

Capacity at 8 rounds is the most common practical concern, especially from shooters who also own higher-capacity pistols. It's an inherent limitation of the single-stack 1911 and not a surprise to anyone buying the platform, but it comes up in comparisons.

Price is a recurring theme. Kimber sits in a tier where expectations are high, and a few owners note that quality control consistency across individual units can vary more than the price suggests it should. Customer service experiences are split — some owners report smooth warranty support, others describe friction.

Comparisons to other 1911 makers (Springfield Armory, Colt, Dan Wesson) are common, usually framed around price-to-quality ratio. The Kimber holds its own in most comparisons at its tier.