Kimber Micro 380
Premium 1911-pattern .380, aluminum frame, SA trigger, multiple finish variants
- Price
- $699
- Weight
- 13.4 oz
- Calibers
- .380 ACP
- Rail
- none
- Best For
- concealed carrypocket carry
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Key Highlights
- •1911-pattern SA operation
- •Aluminum alloy frame
- •Premium fit and finish
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Overview
The Kimber Micro 380 is a premium 1911-pattern .380 that competes directly with the SIG P238. The aluminum frame keeps weight at 13.4 oz while providing better recoil absorption than polymer alternatives. The single-action trigger is clean for a production .380, though not quite as refined as the P238. Kimber fit and finish is excellent, with multiple cosmetic variants including rosewood grips and polished stainless slides.
For 1911 enthusiasts who want a .380 backup that matches their full-size 1911 manual of arms, the Micro 380 delivers. The thumb safety, grip safety, and single-action trigger all mirror the 1911 platform.
Key Features
- 1911-pattern single-action operation
- Aluminum alloy frame
- Thumb safety and grip safety
- Multiple finish and cosmetic variants
- 6+1 capacity
Capability Profile
0-10 Scale Across 8 Axes
Pros
- +Premium 1911-style aesthetics and operation
- +Aluminum frame reduces recoil versus polymer
- +Lighter than SIG P238 at 13.4 oz versus 15.2 oz
- +1911 manual of arms consistency
- +Multiple cosmetic variants available
Cons
- −Premium for 6+1 capacity
- −Kimber QC historically inconsistent, improved recently
- −Manual safety and grip safety add complexity
- −Smaller aftermarket than SIG P238
- −Break-in period reported by some owners
Detailed Specifications
- caliber
- .380 ACP
- Barrel Length
- 2.75 inches
- Overall Length
- 5.6 inches
- width
- 1.08 inches
- weight
- 13.4 oz
- trigger
- Single action, ~7 lb pull
- barrel
- Stainless steel
- msrp
- $699
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