The Kimber Stainless II is a single-action 1911 in .45 ACP with a 5-inch match-grade barrel and a satin silver stainless finish. At 38 oz (2.3 lbs) it has the heft expected from an all-steel 1911, and the rosewood grips give it a traditional look. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Kimber Stainless II 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Single Action 
• Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5 inches 
• Weight: 2.3 lbs (38 oz) 
• Finish: Satin Silver with Rosewood Grips 
   

Detailed Features 

• 5-inch match-grade steel barrel with stainless match-grade barrel bushing for consistent shot placement 
• Fixed low-profile sights with fiber optic front sight for visibility in varied lighting 
• Aluminum match-grade trigger, factory set at approximately 4-5 lbs 
• Front slide serrations for positive grip during manipulations 
• Rosewood grips 
   

Usage 

The Stainless II covers competition, home defense, and general range use in a traditional 1911 package. The 5-inch barrel and match-grade components are geared toward accuracy-focused shooting. At 38 oz the weight helps absorb .45 ACP recoil, though it makes daily carry less practical than lighter options. Regular maintenance keeps the action running reliably.

Feedback on the Kimber Stainless II leans positive, with the fit and finish drawing the most consistent praise. The satin silver finish and rosewood grips are often called out as well-executed. The overall look and feel of the pistol is one of its stronger selling points for buyers coming from other 1911s.

Accuracy is another recurring positive. The 5-inch barrel and match-grade components deliver consistent performance at the range, and the trigger pull is generally described as crisp. The pistol handles multiple ammo types reliably with regular upkeep, and the .45 ACP recoil is manageable at 38 oz.

The main criticisms center on price and weight. Kimber's pricing sits above budget 1911 alternatives, and some buyers question the value gap versus comparable options. The 38 oz weight gets mentioned in carry contexts. It's fine on a range or bedside table but noticeable as a carry pistol. Maintenance discipline is flagged as important; owners note that performance is contingent on keeping the pistol clean.