Meprolight Tru-Dot Tritium Night Sight Set for Armscor/Rock Island 1911 Government, Novak Cut, Steel Blue, Green Dots

Low-light shooting demands sights you can actually see when daylight's gone. The Meprolight Tru-Dot Tritium Night Sight Set for Armscor/Rock Island 1911 Government with Novak cut gives you self-illuminating green tritium dots—front and rear—with zero batteries, switches, or maintenance required. Unlike passive night sights that vanish in darkness, these tritium tubes glow continuously, delivering a reliable 3-dot sight picture in conditions where standard sights are worthless. Whether you're training after sunset or preparing for worst-case home defense, these sights work when it matters.

Meprolight's Tru-Dot design delivers up to 20% more brightness than competing tritium sights, and the front dot glows noticeably brighter than the rear pair—a feature that speeds sight alignment when speed counts. The machined steel construction and non-reflective finish keep the focus on the illuminated dots, eliminating glare and distraction. Built for the Armscor/Rock Island 1911 Government platform with Novak-cut dovetails, these sights install cleanly and sit flush with the slide.

Tritium is set-it-and-forget-it technology: the radioactive gas sealed inside each sight produces light for roughly 12 years without power, maintenance, or your attention. In a defensive pistol, that means your night sights are always ready, always visible, no excuses. For shooters running a 1911 Government model and serious about low-light capability, these are the hardworking upgrade that transforms your pistol's night-fighting potential.

Key Features

• Self-illuminating tritium dots (green) in front and rear sights—no batteries or switches needed
• Up to 20% brighter than competing tritium sight options
• Distinctive 3-dot sight picture optimized for rapid target acquisition
• Front dot glows brighter than rear dots to aid proper alignment
• Machined steel sight bodies with non-reflective matte finish
• Designed for Armscor/Rock Island 1911 Government with Novak dovetail cuts
• Fail-safe, maintenance-free operation in all weather and light conditions

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these sights fit my Armscor/Rock Island 1911?

Yes, these are designed for the Armscor/Rock Island 1911 Government model with Novak dovetail cuts. They are not compatible with older 2011 Tactical series pistols.

How long do tritium night sights stay bright?

Tritium sights typically provide usable illumination for approximately 12 years. After that, the gas gradually loses its light-producing ability and the sights dim, though they can still be used as conventional sights in daylight.

Do I need batteries or need to charge these sights?

No. Tritium is radioactive and produces its own light continuously without batteries, switches, or external power. They are completely maintenance-free and always ready.

How bright are these compared to standard tritium sights?

Meprolight Tru-Dot sights deliver up to 20% more brightness than other-brand tritium sights, and the front dot glows brighter than the rear dots to speed sight alignment in low light.