I believe Kimbers are forged. I am also realitivly sure they do not use the series 80 firing pin safety ( I think only Colt is doing that one) An excellent source of information on 1911's is
http://forums.1911forum.com/ they have different boards set up for different manufacturers. Kimbers are very nice 1911's. If you are thinking of one do some reading on the above board, they may give you some helpful info.