Specs
| Brand | Meprolight |
|---|---|
| Fits | Kimber 1911 |
| Model | Hyper-Bright |
| Concept | Bright colored ring around the front tritium vial for daylight, tritium at night |
| Illumination | Swiss tritium, 12-year guarantee |
| Ring colors | Green, orange or yellow |
| Build | Steel, drop- and shockproof |
| Shipping | US addresses only |
Key features
- Hyper-Bright ringA bright colored ring around the front dot pops in daylight.
- Tritium at nightSwiss green tritium glows in the dark.
- Snag-freeLow, light and holster friendly.
- ToughSteel, built for heavy recoil.
Questions
Which pistol do they fit?
The Kimber 1911.
Which ring color should I pick?
Green, orange or yellow. All glow green at night; the yellow ring also has phosphorescent paint for extra glow at dusk.
How are they installed?
They go into your pistol's factory dovetail with no modification to the gun. A sight pusher or a gunsmith makes the job quick and precise.
How long does the tritium glow?
Meprolight guarantees the tritium illumination for 12 years. No batteries and no charging.
Do you ship tritium sights outside the US?
No. Tritium sights ship to US addresses only.
Buying guide
Tritium Night Sights Explained: Tru-Dot vs Hyper-Bright vs FT Bullseye
Read the guide →
See It in Action
Official video from the manufacturer.
The Full Rundown
See your sights in any light.
Meprolight Hyper-Bright Night Sights for Kimber 1911 light up with tritium, so they glow in the dark without batteries, switches or charging.
Why We Like It
Most defensive shooting happens in low light, exactly when black iron sights disappear. Tritium sights stay visible all night, every night, for years.
The Good
- Glow 24/7 without batteries
- 12-year tritium guarantee
- Drop- and shockproof steel
- No modification to the pistol
The Bad
- Ships to US addresses only
Compatibility
- Kimber 1911
Important
Installation into a dovetail is easiest with a sight pusher. If you're unsure, have a gunsmith fit them.
The Bottom Line
Night sights you install once and trust for years.



