The Kimber Micro9 Rapide Scorpius is a compact single-action 9mm pistol built on an aluminum frame with a stainless steel slide. At 15.6 oz empty and 6.1 inches overall, it's sized for concealed carry. The design follows 1911 ergonomics in a smaller package. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Kimber 
• Model: Micro9 Rapide Scorpius 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Barrel Length: 3.15 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.1 inches 
• Height: 4.07 inches 
• Width: 1.08 inches 
• Magazine Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Weight with Empty Magazine: 15.6 oz 
• Frame Material: Aluminum, KimPro II Black finish 
• Slide Material: Stainless steel, brushed stainless sides 
• Sights: Tru-Glo TFX Pro Day/Night Sights 
• Grips: Black G10 
   

Detailed Features 

The flat-faced match-grade trigger has a clean, short pull -- a tangible improvement over the standard Micro9 trigger and a reason shooters specifically seek out this model. The slide has speed cuts that reduce reciprocating mass and speed up the cycling action. 
 
Tru-Glo TFX Pro sights are tritium/fiber optic hybrids -- bright in daylight and glowing in low light without batteries. The ambidextrous thumb safety works for left- and right-handed shooters. G10 grips give a secure hold without being harsh against skin. 
 

Usage 

With 7 rounds of 9mm in a 1.08-inch wide package, this is a carry gun first. The 1911-style controls are familiar to a lot of experienced shooters, which reduces the learning curve. The 3.15-inch barrel gives up some velocity compared to full-size pistols but not enough to matter at defensive distances. The light aluminum frame does mean more felt recoil than a heavier pistol.

The Micro9 Rapide Scorpius gets strong marks for aesthetics and build quality -- the brushed stainless slide against the black frame looks sharp, and Kimber's fit and finish on this line is consistently good. The TFX Pro sights earn praise for low-light performance; they're a meaningful upgrade over standard sights.

The trigger is a frequent highlight. Shooters who've handled other Micro9 variants specifically note the Rapide's trigger as better. Accuracy at concealed carry distances is solid.

The main pushback is price: it's expensive for a 7-round single-stack 9mm. Some shooters feel the capacity puts it at a disadvantage against higher-capacity compacts in the same price range. Grip size is another split -- the Micro9 frame fits small to medium hands well but some larger-handed shooters find it cramped. Regular cleaning is more important on compact pistols generally, and this one is no exception.