The Kimber Micro 9 Aurora delivers premium 1911-style features in a compact 9mm platform designed for concealed carry and personal defense. This pistol combines Kimber's legendary craftsmanship with modern engineering to create a reliable carry gun that doesn't compromise on accuracy or build quality.
What Makes This Different
The Aurora features a distinctive two-tone finish with a satin silver slide and black anodized aluminum frame, setting it apart from standard polymer carry pistols. The 1911-style trigger provides a crisp, clean break that most shooters find more predictable than striker-fired alternatives. Kimber's match-grade barrel and tight tolerances deliver accuracy that exceeds typical subcompact pistols by measurable margins.
Key Features
- 1911-style single-action trigger with crisp 7-pound pull weight
- Match-grade stainless steel barrel with 3.15-inch length
- Aluminum frame construction reduces weight to 15.6 ounces unloaded
- White dot front sight and drift-adjustable rear sight
- Ambidextrous thumb safety for left and right-handed shooters
- 6+1 capacity with flush-fitting magazine
- Checkered rosewood grips provide secure hold in various conditions
The Micro 9 Aurora performs consistently across temperature ranges and ammunition types, making it suitable for year-round carry. The single-action design requires deliberate manipulation, appealing to shooters who prefer manual safeties over passive safety systems. At typical defensive distances, the pistol maintains 2-inch groups, providing adequate precision for personal protection scenarios.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 6+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 3.15 inches
- Overall Length: 6.1 inches
- Height: 4.07 inches
- Width: 1.06 inches
- Weight: 15.6 ounces (unloaded)
- Frame: Black anodized aluminum
- Slide: Satin silver stainless steel
- Grips: Checkered rosewood
- Safety: Ambidextrous thumb safety
- Manufactured: USA
The Aurora represents Kimber's commitment to producing carry pistols that maintain the feel and function of full-size 1911s in a compact package. Limited production runs of this finish combination make it a distinctive choice for shooters seeking both performance and aesthetics in their carry gun.