The Kimber Rampart is a 1911-pattern semi-automatic handgun chambered in .38 Super with a 5-inch barrel. It has an OD Green Cerakote finish on the frame, a stainless steel slide, G10 grips, and a compensator. Capacity is 9 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Kimber 
• Model: Rampart 
• Caliber: .38 Super 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 9+1 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Color/Finish: OD Green Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

• 1911 platform with a 5-inch barrel 
• Compensator included 
• OD Green Cerakote frame with stainless steel slide 
• G10 grips

Owners of the Kimber Rampart in .38 Super tend to appreciate the distinctive OD Green Cerakote and stainless slide combination, which gives the 1911 a clean two-tone look. The compensator is a consistent point of interest; most find it noticeably reduces muzzle flip in .38 Super, though a few note it adds length that complicates holster selection.

Trigger feel on the Rampart is generally praised as a highlight of the platform, which is typical of Kimber's 1911 production. The G10 grips get positive marks for grip texture, though some owners swap them depending on hand size. Reliability with .38 Super tends to be good but can be sensitive to ammunition selection, particularly with lighter loads.

At Kimber's price tier, buyers have mixed views on value relative to competing 1911 makers. Most who specifically wanted the Rampart's configuration are satisfied, but those comparing it to other custom-shop-style 1911s at a similar price sometimes note tighter competition in the segment.