The Kimber KHX Custom is a full-size 1911 in 9mm Luger, built on a steel frame with a matte black KimPro II finish. It ships with a Trijicon RMR Type 2 red dot (3.25 MOA dot) already mounted, alongside white dot co-witness iron sights. At 38 oz (2.3 lbs) and 8.7 inches overall with a 5-inch barrel, it's a standard Government-size 1911 in terms of footprint. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: KHX Custom 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger (9x19 Para) 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Capacity: 9 rounds 
• Weight: 2.3 lbs (38 ounces) 
• Overall Length: 8.7 inches 
• Height (90° to barrel): 5.25 inches 
• Finish: Matte Black, KimPro II 
• Manufacturer: Kimber 
• UPC: 669278303772 
   
  The stainless steel match-grade barrel and bushing are fitted for tighter-than-mil-spec tolerances, which shows in group sizes at distance. The aluminum trigger is adjustable and comes from the factory preset at roughly 4-5 lbs -- clean enough for competition without being unsafe for carry. A full-length guide rod and 12-lb recoil spring manage the cycling, and the Hogue Magrip G-10 panels give a solid grip purchase under recoil. 
   
  The RMR integration is the main differentiator from Kimber's standard 1911 lineup. The slide is milled from the factory, so the optic sits at the correct height for co-witness rather than being an afterthought adapter.

The Kimber KHX Custom generates strong opinions in both directions, largely because of its price point relative to other 1911s.

On the positive side, owners consistently praise the fit and finish. Kimber's machining quality is visible, and the KimPro II finish holds up well to range use. Accuracy gets called out frequently -- the match barrel delivers tight groups, and competitive shooters who've switched from other platforms report real improvement at distance.

The Trijicon RMR is a recurring selling point. Buyers who wanted a factory-milled optics-ready 1911 without a gunsmith build appreciate that the KHX ships ready to use, and the RMR is widely trusted for durability and battery life. Some new optics users mention that switching from iron sights to the RMR takes deliberate practice to adjust to.

The main criticism is cost. A segment of potential buyers find it hard to justify the price against other 1911s or modern polymer-framed 9mm pistols that cost significantly less. The weight (38 oz unloaded) also comes up -- a steel-framed full-size 1911 is inherently heavy, and shooters who've been running it in competition for extended periods sometimes feel it.

Maintenance comes up occasionally. Like other tightly fitted 1911s, the KHX needs consistent cleaning and lubrication to stay reliable, more so than a loose-toleranced or polymer-framed gun.

The KHX Custom is a well-executed 1911 for shooters who specifically want a factory optics-ready platform in that format. The compromises are the ones inherent to the 1911 design generally -- weight, capacity, and maintenance demands -- not specific quality issues.