The Kimber Rapide SCORPIUS is a full-size 1911 in 10mm with a stainless steel finish and G10 grips. It comes with a match-grade barrel and TRUGLO TFX tritium/fiber-optic sights installed from the factory. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Kimber America 
• Model: Rapide SCORPIUS 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Type: 1911 
• Caliber: 10MM 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Capacity: 8 rounds 
• Finish: Stainless Steel 
• Grips Material: G10 (Black) 
• Sights: TRUGLO TFX Tritium/Fiber-optic Day/Night 
   

Features 

The match-grade barrel is fitted to tighter tolerances than standard production 1911s, which shows in shot-to-shot consistency. TRUGLO TFX sights combine tritium inserts for low-light use with fiber-optic tubes for daylight acquisition -- both work without a battery. G10 grips are aggressive enough to maintain purchase under recoil and hold up better than wood or rubber in wet conditions. Stainless steel resists surface rust without special maintenance.

Owners of the Kimber Rapide SCORPIUS in 10mm generally speak well of it, with the most consistent praise and criticism falling into a few categories.

Craftsmanship gets consistent attention. The stainless finish and overall fit and finish draw positive comments from both collectors and working shooters. Feeding and ejection reliability are described as good, and the trigger pull gets favorable marks for being crisp without excessive take-up.

The TRUGLO TFX sights are a genuine plus. Users find them useful in low light and don't require the UV-charged routine of standard tritium-only setups.

On recoil: 10mm out of a 5-inch 1911 is manageable for most experienced shooters, and several reviewers say the gun handles the caliber better than expected. That said, it is a heavy pistol, and some find it less practical for extended carry.

The price is the main sticking point. Most buyers acknowledge it's on the high end, and discussions occasionally turn to whether the Kimber premium is justified versus comparable 1911s.

Grip ergonomics split opinion. Many like the fit, but some want different grip panel options or a different texture for their hand size.