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Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is proud to present a once-in-a-generation offering direct from the legendary Kimber Vault—an extraordinary collection of firearms that have never before been released to the public. These remarkable pieces include Serial Number One examples, rare prototypes, and factory display & salesman samples, ALL of which were retained internally for decades by Kimber's Founder, Owner, & CEO, Leslie Edelman.
Until now, these firearms have remained unseen outside of the company’s inner circle, making this a truly unprecedented opportunity for collectors. Each firearm will be accompanied by an official Kimber Factory Certificate of Authenticity, further solidifying its provenance and historical significance.
As the exclusive outlet entrusted with their release, Bryant Ridge Co. offers collectors a unique chance to acquire historically significant Kimber firearms with unmatched provenance and desirability.
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this semi-automatic pistol today for a penny-start auction; this is the Kimber Rapide with Serial Number #K916530!
This Kimber Factory Letter documents a Rapide (Dawn) pistol, identified by the serial number K916530. This specific firearm is chambered in .45 ACP and is configured with a 5-inch barrel, a Bright Blue PVD Coating finish, and G10 grips. According to the remarks, this example was produced as a prototype during the initial development and pre-production phase of its model line. It represents one of the earliest manufactured firearms utilized in final evaluation prior to full-scale release. The document, signed by Edelman, states that the pistol was released from the Kimber Vault on February 6, 2026, and delivered to Bryant Ridge Co. in Liberty, Kentucky.
Although no official records exist for this specific prototype design, it can reasonably be inferred that this example was produced as a “Mock-Up”. In our research, we have not found any indications that this particular model was put into production whatsoever.
Model: Rapide (Dawn) - Fully Bright Blue PVD Coating Prototype
Serial: K916530
Caliber: .45 ACP
Finish: Fully Bright Blue PVD Coating / Black Accents
Barrel Length: 5"
Optics/Sights: Three Dot Green Fiber Optic Adjustable Sights
Stock/Grips: Black / Blue G10 Grips w/ Thumb Rest
Action: Semi-Automatic
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Kimber Rapide (Dawn) represents one of the most distinctive and aggressive 1911 designs in modern manufacturing, combining futuristic aesthetics with competition-grade precision. Chambered in .45 ACP with a 5-inch match barrel, this high-performance model features stepped slide lightening cuts, ambidextrous thumb safety, high-visibility three-dot green fiber-optic sights, and textured black/blue G10 grips with an integrated thumb rest. What makes this specific firearm truly remarkable is its striking, fully bright blue PVD coating finish accented by dark controls—a unique color execution created exclusively during Kimber's early development testing. What elevates this firearm into an elite tier of collector desirability is its documented origin as an authentic Factory Prototype. As detailed in its official documentation, this pistol was produced during the initial pre-production development phase of the Rapide model line to serve as a physical testing and evaluation platform before full-scale commercial manufacturing commenced. Retained directly within the Kimber Vault archive rather than offered through retail distribution, this prototype represents one of the very earliest physical expressions of the Rapide (Dawn) program—giving advanced Kimber collectors a rare opportunity to own a piece of factory engineering history. This Kimber Factory Letter documents a Rapide (Dawn) pistol, identified by the serial number K916530. This specific firearm is chambered in .45 ACP and is configured with a 5-inch barrel, a Bright Blue PVD Coating finish, and G10 grips. According to the remarks, this example was produced as a prototype during the initial development and pre-production phase of its model line. It represents one of the earliest manufactured firearms utilized in final evaluation prior to full-scale release. The document, signed by Edelman, states that the pistol was released from the Kimber Vault on February 6, 2026, and delivered to Bryant Ridge Co. in Liberty, Kentucky.
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Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Payment MUST be received within 14 days.
Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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GunbrokerLink: |
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1194080627 |
BidPrice: |
2000 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-06 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
2000 |
