The Kimber Custom TLE/RL II G2 is a steel-framed 1911 chambered in .45 ACP. At 39 oz empty with an 8.7-inch overall length and a 5-inch barrel, it is a full-sized pistol built around a left-hand 1:16 twist barrel and a match-grade aluminum trigger set from the factory to approximately 4.0-5.0 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Height: 5.25 inches 
• Weight (with empty magazine): 39 oz (4.4 lbs) 
• Length: 8.7 inches 
• Width: 1.28 inches 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Magazine Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Twist Rate: Left Hand - 16 
• Material: Steel 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Trigger Type: Aluminum, match grade (approximately 4.0 - 5.0 lbs factory setting) 
• Sights: Fixed low-profile 3-dot night sights 
• Grips: Aggressively textured G-10 grips 
   

Features 

The 5-inch barrel keeps the pistol in standard 1911 territory dimensionally while the left-hand twist rate is an unconventional choice that Kimber has used on certain models for ballistic stability. The match-grade trigger is one of the more useful upgrades over a standard 1911. Minimal slack and a consistent break make a noticeable difference at the range. 
 
Fixed low-profile 3-dot night sights sit close to the slide to reduce snagging on a draw stroke while still giving usable sight picture in dim light. The G-10 grips have an aggressive texture that keeps hold secure under recoil or wet conditions. At 1.28 inches wide the pistol is still 1911-profile, not a widebody. 
 
The matte black finish on a steel frame is a workhorse combination, not the most corrosion-resistant option out there, so some maintenance is expected in humid environments.

The Kimber Custom TLE/RL II G2 .45 ACP draws consistent praise for its fit and finish. Owners frequently call out the quality of the machining and the overall feel of the pistol as justifying the Kimber price premium over budget 1911s.

Accuracy gets high marks. The match trigger and 5-inch barrel combination produces tight groups, and shooters who have used other 1911s tend to notice the trigger improvement immediately. Grip ergonomics are generally well-received. The G-10 texture is described as secure without being harsh, and the pistol sits well in different hand sizes.

The night sights are popular with owners who carry or keep the pistol for home defense; they come up frequently as a reason to choose this model over comparable Kimbers without them.

On the critical side: price is the recurring concern. Some buyers feel the cost is high relative to comparable 1911s from other makers, and a few report needing a break-in period before reliability settles in with certain ammo. The 7-round capacity is inherent to standard 1911 geometry and draws occasional complaints from shooters used to higher-capacity pistols.

Aftermarket support for 1911-pattern pistols is wide, and owners mention this as a plus for anyone who wants to customize further.