Kimber Solo Carry STS 9mm Micro-Compact Pistol – Satin Silver, 2.7" Barrel, 6+1
The Solo Carry STS is Kimber’s first striker-fired handgun, built from 2011–2017 as a micro-compact defensive 9mm. This satin-silver variant pairs a stainless slide with a 7075-T7 aluminum frame, delivering an all-metal platform that weighs under 18 ounces unloaded. True ambidextrous controls and a smooth single-action trigger make this discontinued model stand out for shooters seeking a slim, premium pocket pistol with Kimber’s fit and finish.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Excellent – Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Rifling: Excellent Rifling – Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Surfaces display a few faint handling marks, and the bore remains bright and crisp.
What’s Included
- Kimber-branded soft pistol pouch
- One flush-fit 6-round stainless Kimber magazine
Kimber engineered the Solo Carry STS around a 2.7-inch barrel and a single-stack magazine to keep the profile minimal while still chambering full-power 9mm Luger. The uniform satin-silver finish covers both the stainless slide and the aluminum frame, giving the pistol a clean, upscale appearance that resists corrosion.
The Solo series is known for its genuine ambidexterity. Both the magazine release and the thumb safety are mirrored, allowing left- or right-handed shooters to run the pistol without modification. Low-profile white 3-dot sights are drift-fixed and designed to clear the holster smoothly.
Internally, the Solo Carry uses a single-action, striker-fired system with a smooth curved trigger. Kimber specifies a left-hand 1:10 twist for the barrel, optimizing stabilization of common defensive bullet weights. Rear slide serrations, a lowered ejection port, and an external extractor support reliable cycling when the recommended ammunition is used.
Because the model is discontinued, examples in very good condition like this one have become harder to find, especially with their factory magazine and soft case intact. For collectors of modern Kimber pistols or anyone wanting a lightweight, all-metal micro 9mm, this Solo Carry STS represents a notable opportunity.