
Rust Issue - Kimber
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Rust Issue - Kimber
Really considering the purchase of the 3" Kimber. My only concern is the rust issue I've read about, especially during the summer of sweat months. Now I understand general maintenance issues So, please rest my fears as I really would like the Kimber 45? Thanks in advance to all those that respond. 

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LICENSE n Hand 11/12/10
His Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 1911 3", Sig P238, KAHR P380, Bond Arms Snake Slayer
Her Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 9 XD SC, Sig P238 {Liberty}
Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
Rust is not a problem if you go with the Stainless/Aluminum model. Well worth the extra $.
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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
usa1 would you happen to know the model number of that specific or just ask?
CHL Class 10/8/10,
LICENSE n Hand 11/12/10
His Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 1911 3", Sig P238, KAHR P380, Bond Arms Snake Slayer
Her Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 9 XD SC, Sig P238 {Liberty}
LICENSE n Hand 11/12/10
His Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 1911 3", Sig P238, KAHR P380, Bond Arms Snake Slayer
Her Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 9 XD SC, Sig P238 {Liberty}
Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
Stainless Ultra Carry II... http://www.kimberamerica.com/products/p ... _carry_II/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;HarleyDave wrote:usa1 would you happen to know the model number of that specific or just ask?
I have it's big brother, the Stainless Pro Carry II. I don't worry about rust.

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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
Great, appreciate the input. Have a great day.
CHL Class 10/8/10,
LICENSE n Hand 11/12/10
His Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 1911 3", Sig P238, KAHR P380, Bond Arms Snake Slayer
Her Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 9 XD SC, Sig P238 {Liberty}
LICENSE n Hand 11/12/10
His Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 1911 3", Sig P238, KAHR P380, Bond Arms Snake Slayer
Her Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 9 XD SC, Sig P238 {Liberty}
Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
I carry a Kimber Ultra CDP II that had some surface rust on the muzzle and the outside of the chamber where it's exposed through the ejection port when I bought it at a gun show.
A little gun oil and some steel wool took care of it.
As for the rest of the pistol, it has an aluminum frame and SS slide. No worries.
A little gun oil and some steel wool took care of it.
As for the rest of the pistol, it has an aluminum frame and SS slide. No worries.
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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
I had issues with my Ultra Carry rusting. I was going to have it Durcoated but ended up selling it instead.
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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
I'm a sweaty fat pig, and I carry a Stainless Ultra Carry II with some regularity during summer months, and I've never had an issue with rust. Ever.
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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
What is your holster for carry on the Kimber Stainless
CHL Class 10/8/10,
LICENSE n Hand 11/12/10
His Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 1911 3", Sig P238, KAHR P380, Bond Arms Snake Slayer
Her Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 9 XD SC, Sig P238 {Liberty}
LICENSE n Hand 11/12/10
His Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 1911 3", Sig P238, KAHR P380, Bond Arms Snake Slayer
Her Firearms - Glock19, Springfield 9 XD SC, Sig P238 {Liberty}
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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
I had to look.....now I have the "I wants...."USA1 wrote:Stainless Ultra Carry II... http://www.kimberamerica.com/products/p ... _carry_II/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;HarleyDave wrote:usa1 would you happen to know the model number of that specific or just ask?
I have it's big brother, the Stainless Pro Carry II. I don't worry about rust.

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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
Yeah, that always happens.blackdog8200 wrote:I had to look.....now I have the "I wants...."USA1 wrote:Stainless Ultra Carry II... http://www.kimberamerica.com/products/p ... _carry_II/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;HarleyDave wrote:usa1 would you happen to know the model number of that specific or just ask?
I have it's big brother, the Stainless Pro Carry II. I don't worry about rust.

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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
Have carried the Kimber Stainless Ultra Carry II for the last 5 months in a Crossbreed SuperTuck with no problems of any kind as to rust. I do wear a t-shirt between me and the holster(tucked in denim shirt) and it gets quite wet but does not get on my firearm. Love the Kimber and the SuperTuck.
Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
My Eclipse Pro would rust under the grips. It became too much trouble to remove the grips after each day of carry.
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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
For IWB, I use a Minotaur MTAC. For OWB, I use a Galco Concealable Belt Holster.HarleyDave wrote:What is your holster for carry on the Kimber Stainless
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Re: Rust Issue - Kimber
These guys have the answer in the stainless models. I carry a full-size Custom TLE RL II (not stainless) in an OWB holster when the weather starts cooling off and just make sure I wear a good wicking T-shirt between me and any metal contact. Rust has never been a problem. My OWB holster looks like the Galco TAM listed above.