The Kimber Ultra Carry II is a compact 1911-pattern pistol chambered in 9mm Luger. Its aluminum frame and stainless steel slide keep weight at 25 ounces with an empty magazine, and the 3" match-grade barrel fits the overall length to 6.8 inches, short enough for concealed carry without dropping to a micro platform. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Kimber 
• Model: Ultra Carry II 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger (9x19 Para) 
• Barrel Length: 3 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.8 inches 
• Height: 4.75 inches 
• Width: 1.28 inches 
• Weight (with empty magazine): 25 ounces 
• Magazine Capacity: 8 rounds 
• Finish Color: Black / Stainless Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

1. Match Grade Barrel: Stainless steel with a bushingless design for consistent accuracy. 
    
2. Fixed Low Profile Sights: Low-profile enough to clear a holster cleanly, with good visibility for quick target acquisition. 
    
3. Full-Length Guide Rod & Recoil Spring System: 16 lb. recoil spring with a full-length guide rod. Keeps the slide stable and helps manage follow-up shot speed. 
    
4. Rosewood Grips: Smooth/checkered rosewood. Comfortable in hand and visually distinct from standard black synthetic grips. 
    
5. Compact Construction: 25 oz. unloaded, 6.8" overall, practical for all-day carry without the bulk of a full-size 1911. 
    

Target Audience 

Suited for 1911 enthusiasts who want a carry-size version of the platform, and for shooters who prefer hammer-fired DA/SA or cocked-and-locked carry. The 3" barrel and aluminum frame trim it down without going to a micro-compact. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

For concealed carry, the weight and dimensions make it manageable in an IWB holster. At the range, the match-grade barrel and familiar 1911 trigger translate to accurate shooting at defensive distances.

The Kimber Ultra Carry II in 9mm gets positive marks for its looks. The black and stainless finish on a compact 1911 platform is a common point of praise. Shooters appreciate the light weight for a metal-framed pistol and find it comfortable to carry throughout the day.

Accuracy and trigger feel are regularly mentioned in a positive light. The pull is smooth for a 1911, and recoil at this size and caliber is manageable, even for less experienced shooters.

The criticisms tend to cluster around reliability. A few users have reported feeding or ejection hiccups in specific situations, which is more concerning in a carry gun. Grip size is another note; people with larger hands sometimes find it too compact. Price is a recurring topic as well. Kimber sits at a premium, and some buyers question whether the price delta over other compact 9mm options is justified.

Overall sentiment leans positive, but buyers with carry-specific requirements should research the reliability question before committing.