My hope is that everyone gets to enjoy a nice 1911 pistol and that it performs in a safe and satisfactory manner.We all have our favorite brand or niche and will not be happy until we obtain the pistol we are looking for. My quest happens to be the Kimber Rapide Black Ice 10mm. It will not be in my CCW or home protection rotation, I may never even fire it.I,ll be looking at and admiring this beautiful pistol and be extremely pleased! Thanks to all for the pertinent information.