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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 US Marine II (U.S. Military Property Rail Platform) chambered in .45 NDT (.45 ACP) with Low Serial Number #US00013!
This Kimber Factory Letter documents a US Marine II pistol, identified by the serial number US00013. This specific firearm is chambered in .45 NDT and is configured with a 5-inch barrel, a Black finish, and Synthetic grips. According to the remarks, this firearm is an early, low-serial-number example that was retained by Leslie Edelman, the founder and owner of Kimber, as part of his personal collection. Low serial number firearms are often set aside due to their position at the beginning of production and their representative significance within a model's lifecycle. The document, signed by Leslie 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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This particular example is part of a two-piece consecutive serial set! This example sports the serial number (#US00013) and the matching pair in the other auction bears the serial number (#US00014)
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Model: US Marine II (U.S. Military Property Tactical Rail - Low Serial) - Government Contract
Serial: US00013
Caliber: .45 NDT (.45 ACP / Non-Destructive Tested)
Finish: Matte Black Finish
Barrel Length: 5" Stainless Steel Match Grade Barrel
Optics/Sights: Low-Profile Tactical Tritium Night Sights
Stock/Grips: Aggressively Textured Black Synthetic Target Grip Panels
Action: Single-Action Semi-Automatic 1911 Pistol w/ Full-Size Government Rail Frame, Ambidextrous Safety, & Skeletonized Match Trigger
Markings: Left slide roll-stamped script Kimber. Right side of slide roll-stamped U.S. MILITARY PROPERTY. Right frame flat stamped KIMBER. YONKERS, NY U.S.A. / US00013. Barrel hood stamped cal .45 NDT P. Sights stamped MH3. Factory hard case labeled US MARINE II, labeled tape GOVT, and serial number US00013.
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Kimber US Marine II is a legendary, mil-spec tactical rail 1911 produced to meet the rigorous military trial and operational requirements of elite United States armed forces. Built on a full-size 5-inch Government rail frame in a non-reflective matte black finish, this model features U.S. MILITARY PROPERTY slide rollmarks, a 5-inch match-grade barrel proofed and stamped cal .45 NDT P (Non-Destructive Tested), low-profile tritium night sights, ambidextrous safety, skeletonized match trigger, and aggressively textured black synthetic grips. What elevates this specific US Marine II into an extraordinary, museum-tier military artifact for 1911 collectors is its ultra-low double-digit serial number and direct executive vault lineage. Bearing serial number **US00013** (specially prefix-matched with "US"), this example represents an extremely early, low-serial-number military trial example that was retained directly within the personal collection of Kimber Founder, Owner, & CEO Leslie Edelman. Preserved in the executive Kimber Vault until its official release on February 6, 2026, this factory-certified piece comes complete with its factory-labeled hard case, "GOVT" archival sticker label, factory magazine, bushing wrench, cable lock, promotional literature, and signed COA letter. An irreplaceable, crown-jewel addition for any advanced 1911, military contract, or Leslie Edelman Vault collector!
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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.
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https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1199255990 |
BidPrice: |
504.99 |
AuctionEndDate: |
2026-09-06 22:00:00 |
CurrentBid: |
504.99 |
