Ray: Actually, I have three Kimbers, all three of their frame sizes represented. The Custom Covert II you mention is basically the same as my two CDP II's, other than finish and grips. I give them very high marks in all regards; accuracy, reliability and aesthetics. Matter of fact, I sold all my Colt 1911's after my second Kimber, as I've never had a jam with any of my Kimbers, no matter what ammo I'm stuffing through it. I can't say the same for my Colts. The Colt 1911's are fine pistols, I just prefer the workmanship and features of the Kimbers these days.
I handled a Custom Covert II this week, and like the addition of the Crimson Trace Laser grips. I installed a set of those grips on one of my concealed carry belly guns, a S&W Airweight Model 642 .38 Spl +P revolver, and like them very much. With night sights and the laser grips, the Custom Covert II will make a fine defensive handgun.
Skipper was the lucky recipient of a Kimber last Christmas, and I'm sure he'll agree that these are the epitome of the 1911 genre of pistols.
My Tactical model (all blue) is an Oregon pistol, the other two are Yonkers models.
You can spend more on a 1911 these days, but in all honesty Ray, I don't think you can purchase a better 1911 for the money than a Kimber.