I would recommend a Custom Classic, the basic 5" Kimber, in either blue or stainless. My reasoing is as follows:
1. Steel frame for durability; if you really get into IDPA, you are going to put a lot of rounds through this gun, so avoid anything with an aluminum frame (i.e. Pro Carry)
2. Longer sight radius, which you may prefer in a piece used for competition. If this is not a factor, then the Pro Carry HD is OK.
3. You don't need adjustable sights in IDPA. In fact they are just another thing that can break on you.
4. Sooner or later you will probably end up modifying this gun in some way, so it is usually better to start with a basic no frills gun. The Kimber Custom Classic has all of the basics out of the box: usable sights, no sharp edges, decent trigger, adequate accuracy.
Bill Go
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