The Kimber Rapide Dawn pistol in .45 ACP with a gold TiN-coated barrel (brand part no. 3000423) is a unique 1911 built around stepped cocking serrations and slide lightening cuts for faster slide lock-up. Kimber coats the stainless steel barrel in gold titanium nitride for extreme durability, and Kimber Stiplex front strap stippling paired with gray and black G10 Rapide-patterned grips adds gripping confidence. Tru-Glo TFX Pro day/night sights support both bright-light and low-light shooting, and a beavertail-equipped stainless steel frame rounds out the build. Among distinctively finished semi-auto handguns, this .45 ACP Rapide Dawn configuration favors shooters who want full-power stopping power with standout styling.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP.
• The capacity is 8+1 rounds.
• The barrel measures 5 inches and features a gold TiN coating for extreme durability.
• The slide has stepped cocking serrations and lightening cuts for faster lock-up.
• The sights are Tru-Glo TFX Pro day/night sights.
• The grips are gray and black G10 in a Rapide-specific pattern.
• The action is single action, the classic 1911 feel.
• Ships with 1 8 rd. magazine.
• Rifled with a 1-in-16-inch twist rate.
• The safety is Manual Safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the TiN coating do? It coats the barrel in titanium nitride for extreme wear durability.

Does this pistol have night sights? Yes, Tru-Glo TFX Pro day/night sights are fitted for both lighting conditions.

Buy the Kimber Rapide Dawn, .45 ACP

Full-power .45 ACP with a gold TiN barrel and day/night sights is exactly what this Rapide Dawn delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.