RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP)*
Roster Status
Magazine Capacity
Before You Buy
Roster approval is model-specific. Confirm the exact model number with your FFL dealer before purchase.
Where to Buy
All CA transfers require a licensed FFL and 10-day waiting period.
Is the Kimber RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP)* Legal in California?
Yes, the Kimber RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP)* is currently legal to purchase in California. It is listed on the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Certified Handguns Roster, which means it has been approved for retail sale through licensed firearms dealers (FFLs) in the state.
Kimber RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP)* Specifications
The Kimber RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP)* is a .45 ACP full-size pistol with a single action mechanism. It features a 5" barrel and ships with a 8+1 capacity. The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) is $1,499.
How to Buy the Kimber RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP)* in California
To purchase the Kimber RAPIDE (DAWN)(45ACP)* in California, you must be at least 21 years old, possess a valid Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), pass a background check, and complete the mandatory 10-day waiting period. All purchases must be made through a licensed Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) dealer. When shopping, verify the exact model number (45ACP) with your dealer, as roster approval is model-specific.
About Kimber
Kimber Manufacturing was founded in 1979 in Oregon before relocating operations to New York and later Alabama. The company is synonymous with premium 1911-pattern pistols, offering some of the finest factory-built 1911s available without going full custom. Their California roster lineup reflects this focus — nearly all Kimber models on the list are 1911 variants in .45 ACP and 9mm, ranging from compact carry guns to full-size match-grade target pistols. Kimber also produces the Micro and K6s lines for the concealed-carry market.
Kimber currently has 52 handguns on the California roster. Browse all Kimber models →