The Kimber Amethyst Ultra II is a subcompact 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a 3-inch match-grade barrel, 8+1 capacity, and a weight of 25 oz (1.6 lbs). Overall length is 6.8 inches. It has an Amethyst Purple PVD coating on a high-polish stainless steel slide with cut scroll engraving, Tactical Wedge 3-Dot Tritium night sights, and purple/black ball-milled G10 grips with a solid aluminum match-grade trigger. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model Name: Amethyst Ultra II 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Action: Semi-Automatic 
• Capacity: 8+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 3 inches 
• Overall Length: 6.8 inches 
• Weight: 1.6 lbs (25 oz) 
• Sights: Tactical Wedge 3-Dot Tritium Night Sights 
• Grip Material: G-10, purple and black ball-milled textures 
• Trigger Type: Solid Aluminum, Match Grade 
   

Detailed Features 

The match-grade barrel and trigger are a consistent pairing at this price point from Kimber. The trigger pull is smooth and the barrel contributes to good shot-to-shot consistency. Tritium night sights work without batteries and are fixed, so there's nothing to knock out of zero. The ambidextrous manual safety is useful for both left- and right-handed carry. The stainless slide with scroll engraving is visually distinctive.

The Kimber Amethyst Ultra II 9mm gets attention primarily for its purple PVD finish, which stands out in the 1911-platform market. Owners consistently report satisfaction with accuracy and reliability in the 9mm chambering. Night sights get specific praise for low-light utility. Price draws the most pushback. Some shooters feel the premium for the finish isn't justified when comparing to other compact 9mm options. Recoil in a lightweight 25 oz 9mm is described as snappier than a full-size but manageable by most. Kimber's fit and finish quality is consistently acknowledged.