Kimber Micro 9 RTC

To say that there is a gun for everyone is not a stretch of the imagination. I would go so far as to say that there may be at least a couple of guns that would fit everyone. Growth in the number of people interested in the firearms world has driven the market to meet those needs. People are looking for guns that balance size, power, and concealability. The idea of carrying a full-size gun on their hip each day simply is not an option for some. While many companies have brought a spectrum of firearms to market, few have done it with the variety of options as the folks over at Kimber. Their latest addition to the small pistol line is the Kimber Micro 9 RTC

Kimber Micro 9 RTC

The Micro 9 RTC is a great-looking pistol that comes as a package. It stands out in the market because it offers a pocket pistol for those who prefer 1911-style controls. The gun varies slightly from Mr. Browning’s design, lacking a grip safety or barrel bushing. It retains thumb safety, traditional magazine release, and exposed hammer fire function.

With most pocket pistols today being double-action or striker-fired, the Micro 9 RTC classic 1911 design is refreshing. A slender, petite single stack, the gun is just over six inches long and a breath over four inches in height. It fits well in a pocket or inside the waistband holster. The gun is only 15.6 ounces unloaded, making it a comfortable everyday carry. While it is a perfect size for a small IWB carry, it is also small enough for a good pocket holster and carry.

Kimber Attention to Detail

The gun is made with the traditional Kimber’s attention to detail. The barrel and slide are machined from stainless steel. The primary benefit of this is moisture resistance. If you are a dedicated EDC disciple, you know the effect of moisture, be it humidity or sweat, on your gun. A damp gun quickly turns into a rusty gun. Yes, it can happen. The frame is aluminum, which gives it strength and integrity while keeping the overall weight down. As a 1911 design, the Micro 9 RTC has a traditional single-action trigger that people enjoyed so much in 1911.

Coming in at a seven-pound pull, it is slightly heavier than a full-size Kimber 1911. The trigger has a short, smooth pull with a clean break. Reset is pleasantly short as well. The thumb safety and magazine release are classic 1911 and easy to manipulate. One noticeable difference is that the safety selector is engaged when it is up and horizontal with the slide, unlike full-size guns that see the safety actually move up at an angle to the slide. For ease of carry, the gun comes with a bobbed hammer to help reduce snagging. It sports a full-length guide rod and a 16-pound recoil spring.

RTC Package

The gun comes with a Kimber seven-round magazine with a pinkie extended base. A few other features Kimber has considered “standard” are excellent additions to an already good gun. The pistol has a lowered and flared ejection port to ensure consistent ejection. They have also beveled the magazine well to help the shooter seat magazines smoothly and quickly. Lastly, they include great sights. The Micro 9 RTC comes standard with fiber optic front and rear. Wrap it all up with beautiful rosewood grips; the gun is as good-looking as it is functional.

Kimber Micro 9 RTC – Ready to Carry

The Kimber Micro 9 RTC brings a solid pistol to the pocket carry realm. While difficult to quantify, the gun simply feels good in my hands. It is a smooth-shooting 9mm that will serve as a primary or backup carry for almost anyone. It doesn’t hurt that it is as good-looking as it is functional..

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