Kimber Custom LW Liberty 45 ACP 5-Inch Pistol
Kimber's Custom LW Liberty is a lightweight 1911-style pistol in 45 ACP with a 5-inch barrel, aluminum frame, and 8-round capacity. Features KimPro black finish, Anka grips, and fixed sights for reliable performance.
Kimber Custom LW Liberty: A Modern Take on the Classic 1911
The Kimber Custom LW Liberty represents a thoughtful evolution of the venerable 1911 platform. This pistol combines traditional 1911 ergonomics with modern manufacturing and materials science.
Key Features
- Caliber & Capacity: 45 ACP with 8-round magazine
- Barrel: 5-inch stainless steel match-grade barrel for accuracy and longevity
- Frame: Lightweight aluminum construction with beavertail grip safety for reduced weight without sacrificing control
- Slide: KimPro black serrated steel slide with clean, functional lines
- Sights: White dot rear sight paired with red fiber optic front sight for rapid target acquisition in varied lighting conditions
- Grips: Black Anka grips provide secure purchase and professional appearance
- Action: Single-action trigger mechanism characteristic of 1911 pistols
Design Philosophy
The Custom LW Liberty prioritizes shootability and carry comfort. The aluminum frame reduces overall weight compared to steel-framed models, making it suitable for extended carry without fatigue. The match-grade barrel ensures the accuracy expected from a Kimber pistol, while the fixed sight system provides reliability without the complexity of adjustable sights.
Ideal For
This pistol appeals to shooters who appreciate 1911 ergonomics and want a practical, lightweight defensive or sport shooting platform. Whether you're a seasoned 1911 enthusiast or exploring the platform for the first time, the Custom LW Liberty delivers Kimber's reputation for quality and attention to detail.
Features
- caliber: .45 acp
- barrel: 5-inch stainless steel
- twist rate: 1 in 16
- capacity: 8 rounds
- manual thumb safety
- white dot front sight
- crisp single action trigger
- black rubber grips
- made in the usa
- black finish
- full-size 1911 pistol
- weight: 31.2 ounces
- action: single action semi-automatic
- safety: grip safety and thumb safety
- sights: serrated sights
- magazine capacity: 8 rounds
- grips: checkered black rubber
- barrel length: 5 inches
- black 3-hole aluminum trigger
- front serrations
