The Kimber Tactical Custom II is a full-size 1911-pattern pistol chambered in .45 ACP. The gray aluminum frame keeps weight to 32 ounces while the steel slide adds rigidity where it matters. Altamont hardwood grips complete the setup. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Kimber 
• Model: Tactical Custom II 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Weight: 32 ounces (2 pounds) 
• Frame Material: Aluminum 
• Frame Finish: Gray 
• Slide Material: Steel 
• Slide Finish: Matte Black 
• Grip Description: Altamont Hardwood 
• Grip Material: Wood 
• Total Height: 5.5 inches 
• Total Length: 8.7 inches 
• Rate of Twist: 1:16 RH 
   

Detailed Features 

The aluminum frame brings the Tactical Custom II in lighter than a steel-frame 1911 at 32 ounces, without sacrificing the full 5-inch barrel and 8.7-inch overall length. The stainless steel barrel has a 1:16 RH twist rate. Matte black slide finish cuts glare. Single-action trigger, the standard 1911 setup that generations of competitive and defensive shooters have trained on. 
 
The Altamont hardwood grip panels provide good purchase without aggressive texturing that can print through a cover garment. At 5.5 inches tall and 7-round capacity, this is a full-size defensive 1911, not a carry-optimized commander or officer variant.

The Kimber Tactical Custom II in .45 ACP draws predictable praise and predictable criticism, much of it focused on whether the price is justified.

On the positive side, the fit, finish, and trigger pull are consistently called out. Kimber's quality control on these pistols is generally tight, and owners report smooth, crisp single-action breaks out of the box. The aluminum frame makes the gun noticeably lighter than all-steel 1911s, which matters if you carry it for any length of time. Accuracy at the range earns strong marks.

The cost is the main sticking point. At Kimber's price point, some buyers feel the 7-round capacity and .45 ACP chambering put it at a disadvantage against modern striker-fired pistols that carry more rounds at lower cost. Weight for everyday carry also comes up. 32 ounces is manageable but not light by current standards. A few owners wish the magazine capacity were higher given the pistol's size.

Most discussion concludes that the Tactical Custom II is worth it for buyers who specifically want a high-quality 1911 and are comfortable with the platform. Those who approach it as a general-purpose carry gun against the broader market will find the value proposition harder to justify.