The Kimber Micro is a single-stack .380 ACP pistol built around a 1911-style action scaled down for concealed carry. At 5.6 inches long, 4.0 inches tall, 1.08 inches wide, and 13.4 ounces empty, it disappears in an IWB holster without much fuss. The two-tone finish pairs a satin silver aluminum frame with a matte black stainless slide. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .380 ACP 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Barrel Length: 2.75 inches 
• Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Weight: 13.4 ounces (with empty magazine) 
• Overall Length: 5.6 inches 
• Height (90° to barrel): 4.0 inches 
• Width: 1.08 inches 
• Frame Material: Satin Silver with brush polish finish 
• Slide Material: Stainless Steel with matte black finish 
• Sights: Fixed low profile 3-dot tritium night sights 
• Grips: Checkered rosewood grips 
• Trigger Weight: Approximately 7 pounds 
   

Detailed Features 

The fixed low-profile tritium night sights give a usable sight picture in dim conditions without snagging on a draw. The solid aluminum trigger breaks at roughly 7 pounds and has the short reset characteristic of 1911-derived designs. Both the barrel and slide are stainless steel. The checkered rosewood grips add purchase and are a visual highlight of the pistol. 
 

Usage 

The Micro's dimensions make it a natural fit for everyday carry where a larger pistol would be impractical. The 1911-style manual safety is familiar to shooters who trained on that platform. Recoil in .380 ACP is manageable, though the short grip means a high hold is worth practicing. It works equally well as a range gun or a backup piece.

Owners of the Kimber Micro .380 ACP generally land in one of two camps.

On the positive side, the compact dimensions and 13.4-ounce empty weight make it comfortable for all-day carry. The rosewood grips and two-tone finish get consistent notice for their looks. The tritium night sights are well regarded as a practical addition to a carry pistol.

The recurring criticism is reliability. Some owners report feeding failures or failure-to-eject issues, which is a real concern for a pistol carried for self-defense. The trigger pull gets mixed reviews: some find it crisp for the platform, others want a lighter or cleaner break. Price is another discussion point; the Micro sits above budget-tier .380s, and buyers who run into reliability issues feel the premium is harder to justify.

The general consensus is that it's an attractive, well-made pistol that rewards a proper break-in period and good-quality ammunition, but potential buyers should verify reliability with their chosen carry load before trusting it.