The Kimber Pro Carry II 1911 is a commander size pistol with 4" barrel for concealed carry. The slim profile of the 1911 makes it ideal for outside or inside the waistband holsters. The Pro Carry II, like most modern production 1911 style pistols is safe to carry in "condition one", cocked and locked as long as it is secured in a good quality holster. The gun should never be carried in condition one (bullet in the chamber ready to fire) outside a holster made for the weapon. As always, safe weapon handling is a must no matter the condition it is carried in. The Kimber Pro Carry II sports a standard flip up thumb safety, and grip safety. In ready condition, the gun will not fire without both being deactivated.

The Kimber has fired thousands of .45 ACP rounds dependably with no breakage or replacement of any parts on the gun. The casings are deposited several feet to the right and slightly behind the shooter.

Interestingly, as fate would have it, a rare malfunction occurred during the shooting session where these pictures were taken, and I call em like I see em. No cover ups here. The Kimber suffered a jam, that had to be cleared before proceeding. It was the only malfunction, but I know that one could be fatal if it was in an emergency encounter. But considering how long this gun has been used and how many rounds have been fired, percentage wise, it's about as good as it gets. All guns will eventually have a malfunction. This one just happened to be when I was reviewing it. Knowing the performance and history of the Kimber Pro Carry II, I would have to give it a very good dependability rating in spite of this one malfunction which is the first one I've witnessed in three and a half years.

In watching numerous people shoot the gun and shooting it numerous times off hand myself, I can attest to the fact that the gun is a tack driver. It points very naturally and it seems the bullets almost find their own way to the target. The alloy frame keeps the gun light and easy to handle. Recoil is standard and very manageable.

The matte stainless finish on the gun enables the owner to carry it in all kinds of conditions without worrying about corrosion or rust. Of course reasonable care should be given to clean the gun inside and out to keep it at it's best.

This Kimber Pro Carry II came with case and two eight round magazines. The gun comes with optional night sights as well as other accessories that can be ordered.

Specifications on the gun are as follows: Specifications: Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 5.25Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 28Length (inches): 7.7Magazine capacity: 7Recoil spring (pounds): 22.0Full length guide rodFrame: Material: AluminumFinish: Satin silverWidth (inches): 1.28Slide: Material: Stainless steelFinish: Satin silverBarrel: Length (inches): 4Steel, match gradeTwist rate (left hand): 16Sights: Fixed low profileRadius (inches): 5.7Grips: Black syntheticDouble diamondTrigger: Aluminum Match GradeFactory setting (approx. pounds): 4.0 - 5.0SuggestedRetail Price: $979.00 Stainless Pro Carry II™ .45 ACP$1020.00 Stainless Pro Carry II™ 9 mm$1088.00 Stainless Pro Carry II™ / Night sights .45 ACP

BOTTOM LINE: Like all Kimber model pistols, the stainless Pro Carry II is a fine gun, as accurate and dependable out of the box as any that can be purchased of any brand. It is an excellent size and dependability to be carried in a wide variety of situations and dress styles. The only regret that I have about the Kimber Pro Carry II is that I don't own one.