Pics of Sight Pictures/ Sight Setups

[Bpurcg19]

Hey everyone,

Can we start a thread where ya'll post your sight setups from a first person perspective so that we can have a visual aid for dimensions, color combos, and overall setup?

It would be nice to be able to see a full sight picture before buying a set of sights.

Shots like this one from military morons would be great since they give us a shooters perspective of how the whole setup looks.

http://militarymorons.com/weapons/img/warren5.jpg (name and password is mm)

There are TONS of setups being run out there and I think a thread like this might help others (like Myself) get a better idea of the true sight picture.

Thanks!
B

[littlejerry]

I searched for what seemed like forever to find a decent picture of Warren Tactical 2 dot sights before I bought them.... Never did find a good pic(one that wasn't taken 2 inches from the back of the pistol or focused on the rear sight...).

So here is my contribution. I measured the distance that I usually hold the pistol at and took the picture from that distance. This is a comparison of Glock factory night sights and Warren Tactical 2 Dot sights.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f91/gth801e/Wep/GNSWTSComparison.jpg

[Drew78]

Below: Ameriglo pro rear. Black, serrated, wide notch

http://i820.photobucket.com/albums/zz129/dsnoply/DSC_0456.jpg


Below: Ameriglo pro glo front (new model), green trit lamp with orange square surround.

http://i820.photobucket.com/albums/zz129/dsnoply/DSC_0455.jpg


My effort at getting both "in focus"...

http://i820.photobucket.com/albums/zz129/dsnoply/DSC_0457.jpg

-Drew

[Bpurcg19]

Thanks for taking the time guys! This is great already. It will really help to be able to look down some sight pictures and then make an educated decision on what will work best.

Keep em comin!
B

[rob_s]

Not a bad idea for a thread at all, thanks for suggesting it. I'll try to get some pics of a few of the setups I have.

If I may suggest, those posting should try to include links to the products they are showing so that those that are interested can easily find them.

[dirksterg30]

Ameriglo Operators on my M&P9c:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y217/dirksterg30/M%20and%20Ps/MP9cwithAmerigloOperators.jpg'


a rather poor picture of the Warren Tactical 3-dots on my M&P9 with painted front sight. I'll see if I can't get something better later on:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y217/dirksterg30/M%20and%20Ps/WarrenTacticalMP9FS.jpg

[MookNW]

Uploaded with ImageShack.us (http://imageshack.us)
http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/2618/goodies132.jpg (http://img69.imageshack.us/i/goodies132.jpg/)

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The inserts aren't as noticeable in real life as they look in the pics btw.
http://www.heinie.com/product_info.php?products_id=169
Swapped out the front for the Ameriglo.
http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/5182/xd011.jpg (http://img201.imageshack.us/i/xd011.jpg/) Uploaded with ImageShack.us (http://imageshack.us)
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[ilsrwy27]

Dawson Precision DP front sight with .140 wide Heinie Slant Pro Straight Eight rear.

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j120/ilsrwy27/Miscellaneous/Online%20%20Posts/XD9sc_NS_04.jpg

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j120/ilsrwy27/Miscellaneous/Online%20%20Posts/XD9sc_NS_03.jpg

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j120/ilsrwy27/Miscellaneous/Online%20%20Posts/XD9sc_NS_01.jpg

[tailrotor]

Painted S&W factory front night sight with a Dan Burwell rear night sight (I don't know if Dan's having the rear n/s made anymore).

http://a.imageshack.us/img441/78/sights2.jpg

http://www.burwellguns.com/sights.htm

[JohnN]

Glock 19 with a Warren red .115 F.O. front painted orange combined with a 10-8 rear.

http://img683.imageshack.us/img683/8491/today009.jpg

[loupav]

I don't have a picture. But I have found that the straight-8's work really well for me.

[vigilant2]

My new setups, cluttered for some, but not these old eyes

Ameriglow luminova orange circle/green tritium .140 width,
ameriglo Pro's (not operators) yellow tritium rears .180 wide notch, Glock G19's.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq127/vigilant2_2008/pguns228.jpg




Same setups but left gun is orange circle, right gun is orange square.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq127/vigilant2_2008/pguns237.jpg


Both in low-light
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq127/vigilant2_2008/pguns242.jpg

[cathellsk]

Does anyone know if a MGW sight tool (for standard height sights) can be used to install the Ameriglo Pro rears?

[Irish]

Good idea for a thread. I'll post a few pictures when I get home.

[vecdran]

Heinie SlantPro QWIK Straight-8
http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/oo71/vecdran/Guns/hkp30_heinie_sight2.jpg

[Business_Casual]

Yes, this is one of those rare threads that may actually have some value.

These are Ameriglo Kyle Defoor rear with a GL-112T front. The KD's are usually .115 wide, but the 112T is .125 and one can hardly see the difference.

The pictures are pretty bad, apologies.

http://img375.imageshack.us/img375/8417/photosights2.th.jpg (http://img375.imageshack.us/i/photosights2.jpg/)

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/360/photosights1.th.jpg (http://img294.imageshack.us/i/photosights1.jpg/)

B_C

[CQC.45]

Dont have a picture, but I prefer the Warren Tactical 2-Lamp set.

[Bpurcg19]

Awesome work guys!
Thanks, lets keep this thing going. Good or bad, it helps to see these setups.

-B

[BBossman]

http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq169/bbossman1/Firearms/d2eb0b76.jpg

[BBossman]

http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq169/bbossman1/Firearms/0226a4b3.jpg

[willowofwisp]

that 1911 looks awesome...any chance i could see full pics of the gun lol

[BBossman]

that 1911 looks awesome...any chance i could see full pics of the gun lol

Its posted somewhere in the last couple pages of the 1911 Picture thread...

[CCK]

my G17 with Trijicon RMR
http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/2555/photoxe.jpg

Chris

[xamoel]

if you don't mind the hijack: does the trijicon RMR (dual illumination or LED) work with night vision devices?

trijicon CS didn't answer that question, so i assume the tritium would work, but not so sure about the LED version??

please enlighten me on this!

[gsxr-fan]

Gentlemen,

Good thread on pistol sights. I've been thinking of swapping out the stock sights on my M&P for luminous sights. I'd like to hear the pros and cons on the various setups posted i.e.

luminous front sight / two dot luminous rear sight
luminous front sight / single dot luminous rear sight
luminous front sight / blacken rear sight or
visually enhanced (gold or painted) front sight / blacken rear sight

I realize your personnel preference will dictate your choice, so I'm interested on the pros and cons that impacted on your decision. My own purpose is primarily home defense, weekend IDPA matches and training classes.

Thanks much!

[JSantoro]

if you don't mind the hijack: does the trijicon RMR (dual illumination or LED) work with night vision devices?

trijicon CS didn't answer that question, so i assume the tritium would work, but not so sure about the LED version??

please enlighten me on this!

Ping me after the weekend. I'll be using one in a non-pistol capacity, but with I-square, so I can check it out. I'm crappy about bringing a camera to the field, but I'll try to remember.

Works decent, not great in ACOGs, so the question in my head becomes "Smaller sight/less tritium = better, Y/N?" We'll see.

[xamoel]

thank you, i will!
much appreciated!

[ck1]

Ameriglo ProGlo front (.140" width) paired with an Ameriglo Pro Series rear (.180" notch width) - these are also known as the "Hackathorn" set. Shown on Glock 17.

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f307/ckarp007/24b338ed.jpg


Ameriglo GCF-115 front (.115" width) paired with an Ameriglo GL-400 rear (.150" notch width) - these are also known as the "Defoor Tactical" set.
Shown on Glock 17.

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f307/ckarp007/91789340.jpg


Stock front (.130" width) paired with an Ameriglo SW-102PR rear (.160" notch width) - S&W M&P9

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f307/ckarp007/0bbe496e.jpg

* pics DO NOT show correct sight focus.

[Bpurcg19]

CK1,

Are the "hackathorn" rear sights the Pro Operators? The bulbs look small but maybe its the pics. If so, I really like the smaller bulb set up in the operators.

Also, it seems that the hackathorns are quite a bit wider than the defoors. Do you find them to be even faster when acquiring the front sight?

Would I be wrong in saying the only difference between the hackathorns and pro operators is the the front sight a rear sight bulbs? Are the dimensions the same?

Thanks to everyone for adding to this thread, Im finding it to be beneficial already.

[Rated21R]

Finally this thread works out. Been looking for these pics for some time.

*Reserved for my Heinie picture*

[donlapalma]

Thanks for starting this thread! This is very helpful.

[mrbieler]

Heinie's with a gold bar on my BHP
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k158/mrbieler/heiniesightpicture.jpg

I like the straight 8's a lot too. Have them on a Commander.

[DWood]

CK1,

Are the "hackathorn" rear sights the Pro Operators? The bulbs look small but maybe its the pics. If so, I really like the smaller bulb set up in the operators.

Also, it seems that the hackathorns are quite a bit wider than the defoors. Do you find them to be even faster when acquiring the front sight?

Would I be wrong in saying the only difference between the hackathorns and pro operators is the the front sight a rear sight bulbs? Are the dimensions the same?

Thanks to everyone for adding to this thread, Im finding it to be beneficial already.


According to the Ameriglo catalog, and from looking at the picture, that is a plain black serrated rear sight.

http://www.ameriglo.net/sites/default/pdfs/sights-catalog-2010.pdf

AmeriGlo sights are some of the best after market
handgun sights available - at an extremely fair price. A
favorite for the Glock pistol is the ProGlo front in orange
and a black serrated rear. This set-up is simply ‘the heat’.
AmeriGlo sights are highly recommended.
Ken Hackathorn, Tactical Small Arms Trainer.
Ken’s Pick: GL-212-OR front with a GL-405L rear

[Bpurcg19]

My bad, I see now. I thought I saw a glimpse of a bulb on the left side of the rear sight in CK1's post. I see that its just flat black now.

Thanks!

[ck1]

CK1,

Are the "hackathorn" rear sights the Pro Operators? The bulbs look small but maybe its the pics. If so, I really like the smaller bulb set up in the operators.

Also, it seems that the hackathorns are quite a bit wider than the defoors. Do you find them to be even faster when acquiring the front sight?

Would I be wrong in saying the only difference between the hackathorns and pro operators is the the front sight a rear sight bulbs? Are the dimensions the same?

Thanks to everyone for adding to this thread, Im finding it to be beneficial already.

The Hackathorn rear is an Ameriglo GL-405L to be exact, no bulbs, just a fuzzy iPhone pic... Personally, I hate any kind of dots or vials on rear sights, JMHO, YMMV.

Overall, the Hackathorn set is wider, but the light bar ratios are just about the same as the Defoor set, and while I would say the Hackathorn/ProGlo's are indeed a slight bit faster to acquire (thanks to the big orange dot), with their wider width they're less precise for me than the Defoor set out at distances of 15 yards and beyond...
If you're looking for top-notch SD sights and want tritium then I'd say when it comes to the Hackathorn set-up, "some are as good, none are better"... If you're looking for a no-nonsense set-up and like all-black irons, the Defoor's are awesome too.

I prefer the Defoor's as the plain jane irons keep me more honest and I tend to shoot more accurately with them, the ProGlo front is so fast that I would tend to get in the habit of cheating and break my shots prematurely before getting the front really centered, with the .140" width front and huge .180" notch that can have you off the paper at 25 yards if you're not careful, the Defoor's keep me "reigned in" more when I'm really trying to go fast...

There isn't a huge difference between their Hackathorn set and their Pro Operator's, the measurements are close, the Pro Operator's have a thinner .125" front I think, same rear notch width.

YMMV, hope this helps.

[decodeddiesel]

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b200/decodeddiesel/IMG_5445.jpg

Warren Tactical 2-Dot on my old M&P45...now sold.

[d90king]

YoBo rear and gold bead front by John Harrison.
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/DSCN0040.jpg

[wingspar]

I don’t really have anything to contribute to the theme of this thread, but photographing a sight picture isn’t easy, and there are some good photos in this thread. I’ve tried this type of shot before without success, but this thread moved me to try again. These are just the factory sights that came with my G17. Looks better if you step back from your computer a bit.

http://www.pbase.com/image/126596857/original.jpg

[jeffreywt]

Ameriglo GL-229 (Pro Series Operator in green/yellow)

They have a white ring around the front dot but no rings on the back dots. In daylight, it is nearly a black rear and white front. In low light its green/yellow.

I like them a lot but I wish the rear notch was not as wide.

First Person:
http://tacticalunderpants.com/img/ameriglo-gl229.jpg

Side Profile (they extend back to the rear of the slide):
http://tacticalunderpants.com/img/ameriglo-side.jpg

[Bpurcg19]

Thanks everyone.

CK1- So the pro operator sets have AN EVEN THINNER front sight than the hackathorns? Creating even more space to line up the front sight in the .180 width rear?

This might make them even less precise at distance. I wonder if the hackathorns dimensions are the best balance between the Defoor's and the Pro Operator sets.

I think Im reading this all correctly. Feel free to tell me if Im wrong.

Thanks
B

[Kentucky Cop]

After talking in length with Rick at Ameriglo last week, I am ordering the Ameriglo plain rear (.180 notch I believe) with the Ameriglo Pro glo front circle. Rick said that this set is becoming popular recently. After he recommended it, I said WTH, send them to me. I'll try them.

Also, the Circles and Square front sights came into question and if I understood him correctly, he said the squares were to hard to make which led me to believe that they would be phasing out. I will post pics when mine come in. I will be using them on my duty gun. First time without rear night sights. With all this .180 rear notch talk not being as accurate, I am getting worried. I guess I could always trade out the rear blade to something tighter.

They should be just like Drew78's on page 1 but with a non-serrated rear blade.

KC

[Bpurcg19]

Also,

I am starting to learn about the dimensions and doing the math on how much light should come in on most of these setups. It seems that most setups run about a .30-.40 difference between front sight a rear sight. Meaning the rear sight is usually .30-.40 wider than the front.

While the defoor's might be thinner overall, their measurements still give a .35 difference between front a rear. While the Hack's give a .40 difference but in an overall wider package.

Does anyone know the measurements on the Warren Sights? I cant seem to find them anywhere. I am going to email warren myself and I will post the dimensions up when I receive the info if no one has chimed in by then.

-B

[beastfrog]

Does anyone know the measurements on the Warren Sights?
-B

Try here (http://www.cpwsa.com/warren_sevigny_sights.htm)

[Bpurcg19]

Thanks,

That site gives the sevigny carry and competition dimensions but not the for the regular sights. I really would like to know the dimensions of these.

http://www.skdtac.com/Warren_Tactical_Sight_Tritium_Front_p/wrt.204.htm

and

http://www.skdtac.com/Warren_Tactical_Sight_Tritium_2_Dot_Set_p/wrt.202.htm


Also,

Are the Ameriglo I-dot the same thing essentially as the Pro 3 dots with the only difference being the obvious 2 dot configuration?

And.....Does anyone have pics of the Ameriglo U-Raps? Whats the benefit to these sights? Speed?

Thanks!

[beastfrog]

Warren Tacticals:
The front sight dimensions are .165 x .125 for the tritium front and .165 x .115 for the fiber optic/competition front for the standard/fullsize guns, and .190 tall fronts for the Pro and L Series guns.

The rear sight dimensions are .150 notch width. Height is same as stock S&W (0.240)

[Bpurcg19]

Good job Beastfrog.

Thanks for the info. More and more I find myself liking the way Ameriglo sets their dimensions. I have ZERO REAL EXPERIENCE with anything but the standard glock sights but the Ameriglos (in many configurations) seem like they might be best for my eyes.

[ck1]

Thanks everyone.

CK1- So the pro operator sets have AN EVEN THINNER front sight than the hackathorns? Creating even more space to line up the front sight in the .180 width rear?

This might make them even less precise at distance. I wonder if the hackathorns dimensions are the best balance between the Defoor's and the Pro Operator sets.

I think Im reading this all correctly. Feel free to tell me if Im wrong.

Thanks
B

You're correct sir. If you want tritium front and rear I'd try to put together a set with the thinner .125" front from the Pro Operators (GL-112T) and use the one of the tritium rear options Ameriglo offers with a .150" notch width...

IMO if you want tritium in your set-up I'd personally go with the Defoor rear (GL-400) and get the .125" wide GL-112T front, but if you want that big orange dot the Hack set-up is awesome too... I'm biased towards going for the thinner front is all and IMO tritium in the rear is more distracting than anything.

[Bpurcg19]

I am mainly looking for a sight picture that will allow me to have quicker sight alignment and acquisition. Therefore I think the wider rear notch is going to be the ticket and should suit me well.

I like the uncluttered versions with just a flat black rear. I am also thinking about trying the Ameriglo I-dot or the Warren 2 dot. They seem to be very similar with the Ameriglo having a wider rear I believe. If so, then I will go with the Ameriglos.

The ameriglos seem to have the most options with the best prices. Seems hard to beat.

Thanks. Also, if anyone has the ameriglo I dots, a pic of the setup would be awesome.

-B

[Bpurcg19]

Here's a good warren tactical write up BTW.

http://mle-shootingsports.com/PDFs/WTS-Article.pdf


And here is a full list of dimensions.
http://mle-shootingsports.com/WTS-Sight-Specifications.htm

[littlejerry]

I am mainly looking for a sight picture that will allow me to have quicker sight alignment and acquisition. Therefore I think the wider rear notch is going to be the ticket and should suit me well.

I like the uncluttered versions with just a flat black rear. I am also thinking about trying the Ameriglo I-dot or the Warren 2 dot. They seem to be very similar with the Ameriglo having a wider rear I believe. If so, then I will go with the Ameriglos.

The ameriglos seem to have the most options with the best prices. Seems hard to beat.

Thanks. Also, if anyone has the ameriglo I dots, a pic of the setup would be awesome.

-B

As shown on page 1 I have set of Warren Tactical 2 dot sights. They are great- very sharp, easy to pick up, etc. They are installed on a Glock 19 which is my carry weapon.

I'm planning on picking up a G17 soon and I believe I'll be moving the Warrens to the 17 and putting some Ameriglos on the 19. As great as the Warren sights are I do have a few complaints-
-The sights are taller than the standard night sights out there. This isn't a big deal; but it just doesn't feel "right" when I draw and line up the sites.
-The inside corners of the rear sight are SHARP and have a tendency to grab and poke into my shirt. I've had to adjust the cant of my holster to prevent this but it still happens when I twist in certain ways.

The Pro/operator and Pro-Glo sights look like just the ticket for good carry sights though.

[Bpurcg19]

Just spoke with Rick at Ameriglo. Awesome guy. Set me up with the "hackathorn" combo. I cannot wait to give em a try. I'll post pics once they are installed. I'll try to shoot some pics from a first person perspective on the range so everyone can see what the shooter is seeing.

[bones]

Thanks for all the diffrent sight combo pictures--Hopefully they will help me next time in buying sights for my Glock 17--

Did buy the Warren Tactical Sight, Fiber Optic Front / Sevigny Competition Rear Mix for my Glock 17 ( Bad mistake ) the sight picture is all wrong for me -very hard to pick up the front sight.

It,s only money ( Right ) :)

[Dave G]

I just wanted to bump this thread to the top in hopes more would participate. I am looking to see some Dawson setups on M&P:thank_you2:

[F-Trooper05]

P30 Heinies...


http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0129.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0130.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0133.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0134.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0135.jpg

[Bob Wiley]

Ameriglo i-Dot Pro

http://i830.photobucket.com/albums/zz222/BobWiley/G10/heathwed009.jpg

[ShipWreck]

I love tritium 3 dot sights with BRIGHT white circles :)

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g320/mistershipwreck/IMGP21501.jpg

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g320/mistershipwreck/ns-90-two.jpg

[wahoo95]

What kinda paint are you guys using to paint your front sights?

[dirt_diver]

P30 Heinies...


http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0129.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0130.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0133.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0134.jpg

http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k40/millert12005/DSCN0135.jpg

Thanks for the great pics. Very helpful given I have a P30s and a 45c on the way. Just made up my mind for me.
One thing though; are these the normal height or suppressor height? They look TALL!

[willowofwisp]

Every set of heinie's i have had installed were pretty high, just like warren tacticals.

F-trooper, what did you use to paint your sights? did you just scrape around the insert after it dried? too bad they don't make the ledge design for the p30.

[ASH556]

Heine Straight Eight Slant Pro's - Glock 19
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a351/Bullseye_Doc_Holiday/trial008.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a351/Bullseye_Doc_Holiday/trial012.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a351/Bullseye_Doc_Holiday/trial009.jpg

[SteveL]

Interesting idea for a thread. Here's a pic of the sight picture of my M&P9c. Sights are Warren Tactical 2 dot tritiums. I have the same sights on my compact and FS. I don't think you'll find much artistic value in this pic, but I believe it shows pretty well what the OP was asking for.

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo98/fireman325/DSC02924.jpg

And a pic of the Warrens on my FS.

http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo98/fireman325/DSC02926.jpg

[F-Trooper05]

Thanks for the great pics. Very helpful given I have a P30s and a 45c on the way. Just made up my mind for me.
One thing though; are these the normal height or suppressor height? They look TALL!

They're normal height, which are a bit taller than the stock sights.



F-trooper, what did you use to paint your sights? did you just scrape around the insert after it dried? too bad they don't make the ledge design for the p30.

I used paint pens from a craft store. I put a coat of white down as a primer, then painted over it with orange. I just wiped the excess off with a q-tip and some solvent.

[KCabbage]

Great thread! I tried to snap a picture in the dark but my camera wouldn't have it.

[Tailgunny]

I vote this thread be made a sticky

[G34Shooter]

My preference for sights come from Heinie and Ameriglo.



Here's a few pics of my Heinie Ledge sights on my FS9 and Ameriglo Pro-Glo sights on my compact:

Heinie Ledge

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/c05a96fc.jpg

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/242d6d60.jpg

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/0e8eb4cb.jpg




Ameriglo Pro-Glo

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/033d23d6.jpg

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/433b9f39.jpg

http://i941.photobucket.com/albums/ad251/SShenaniguns/78866f83.jpg

[odiesplace]

I'm looking for new sights for my M&P and have narrowed it down to the Warren 2 dot and the Bowie design from Ameriglo.
For the guys with Warrens, how do you like the U notch system ? Is it a quicker sight picture ?
Thanks
odie

[G34Shooter]

It's personal preference, the U notch does not work well for me and I tried both the Warren's and 10-8 rear but many others love it.

[Steven T]

The Warrens dont really have a U notch like the 10-8 sights. The bottom of the Warrens are flat and the corners at the bottom of the notch are radiused, if that makes sense. I really like the Warrens I have been runing them on my M&P 40 since they hit the market. I have also run the 10-8 for the last 2 or 3 years on my M&P 45s. I decided to replace the 10-8s with Ameriglos (Bowie) sights after seeing my brothers M&P 45 with them. I really dont have a preference between the Ameriglo/Bowie or Warren sights.

[odiesplace]

The Warrens dont really have a U notch like the 10-8 sights. The bottom of the Warrens are flat and the corners at the bottom of the notch are radiused, if that makes sense. I really like the Warrens I have been runing them on my M&P 40 since they hit the market. I have also run the 10-8 for the last 2 or 3 years on my M&P 45s. I decided to replace the 10-8s with Ameriglos (Bowie) sights after seeing my brothers M&P 45 with them. I really dont have a preference between the Ameriglo/Bowie or Warren sights.
Thanks for the info on the Warrens, I understand the the radiused corners your talking about.
Around here all we get is what the local shops think we want, mepro's, millet, trig's. So I have only seen pictures of the Warrens and Bowies, but I really like the way they both look. I guess it will come down to, do I want two dot or three dot sights.
This is a great post, just what I was looking for. Thanks to OP and all who posted here
odie

[dirksterg30]

What kinda paint are you guys using to paint your front sights?

I use Testors enamel model paints. - Fluorescent Red over a coat of flat white.

[Wildcat]

Another option for sight paint is "Lure & Jig Finish" by CS Coatings. They offer several bright colors, including a crisp white.
Properly applied, the paint holds up well and resists solvents.

[F-Trooper05]

Heinie's with a gold bar on my BHP
http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k158/mrbieler/heiniesightpicture.jpg

I like the straight 8's a lot too. Have them on a Commander.

Does anyone know if there are front sights like this for Glocks?

[stevenhyde]

I started a thread (https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=36435) with the same concept 11 months before this thread and my thread has no picture contributions.

Anyone care to add?
:help:

[DocH]

Kudos to the OP for this idea and to everyone who has posted photos. It's not an easy thing to get a photo on sights as the eye would see them and everyone has done a fantastic job with this.

This is very,very helpful in selecting new sights for a couple of Glocks,without going through an expensive trial and error method.
Thanks to everyone.:cool:

Vigilant 2,I really like the looks of the sight picture on your Ameriglos,and believe the width combinations would be ideal for my 67 year old eyes. Also like the 'hacks" posted by ck1. Either way it looks like it's probably going to be an Ameriglo combination for both of these older 19's.Thanks a bunch.

[d90king]

I started a thread (https://www.m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=36435) with the same concept 11 months before this thread and my thread has no picture contributions.

Anyone care to add?
:help:

Just ping a mod and ask him to merge them. Problem solved.

Never mind you are looking for AR optics sight pic. They are a PITA to do and that might be why you haven't had much luck. Belmont did a good thread on it. Do a search and you will find it. Belmont is a dialed in member, maybe he can help you if there is one you are looking for.

I've tried a couple times to get pics of my NF FC-2 and NF MLR and they always suck... I'll work on it and see how I do. Are you looking for sight pics with optics and irons?

[munch520]

can anyone get thoughts/pics up of the Truglo TG131G1 and Ameriglo's GL-433?

http://www.truglo.com/IW_Products.m4p.pvx?;MULTI_ITEM_SUBMIT
http://www.truglo.com/images/TG131G1.jpg
http://www.ameriglo.net/catalog/sights/pistol-sights/glock/special-combinations
http://www.ameriglo.net/sites/default/files/GL433.jpg

I'm trying to decide between these 2 for my Glock and it'd be great to see some detailed pics. Especially of the Truglo's. Thanks!

[jamesavery22]

http://i42.tinypic.com/8yexyg.jpg

Ameriglo GL-404 rear and GP-112-300 front

[jnr4817]

I know I am beating a dead horse.

I am buying 3 sets of sights and am wanting real world opinions on what to buy. I carry a glock 26 or 19 everyday for personal defense. I am justing getting into 3gun as well and have bought a 17.

I am stuck between AmeriGlo I-Dot Pro and AmeriGlo Hackathorn Sights. The only main difference I see is the I-Dot pro has the single tritium night sight. Being a carry gun would this be beneficial to me. My night shooting is limited at best.

Thanks,
Jason

I-Dot Pro
http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/7775/idotprosightpicture.jpg
Hackathorn
http://a.imageshack.us/img72/2262/hackathornsightpicture.jpg

[Voodoo_Man]

I have the I-DOT on my g19.

Amazingly fast sights, the red ring is so easy to pick up quickly.

I dislike traditional 3-dot sights for the very reason why the I-DOT works for me. Very easy to make a line with the front sight post/dot and the rear without much issue.

Go for it.

edit: just want to add, the rear sight post is VERY SHARP on the edges. It cuts my shirts often.

[d90king]

can anyone get thoughts/pics up of the Truglo TG131G1 and Ameriglo's GL-433?

http://www.truglo.com/IW_Products.m4p.pvx?;MULTI_ITEM_SUBMIT
http://www.truglo.com/images/TG131G1.jpg
http://www.ameriglo.net/catalog/sights/pistol-sights/glock/special-combinations
http://www.ameriglo.net/sites/default/files/GL433.jpg

I'm trying to decide between these 2 for my Glock and it'd be great to see some detailed pics. Especially of the Truglo's. Thanks!

The two on the right are on 19's (the one on the left has the regular Hacks)
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/c33ae374.jpg
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/f5a397fc.jpg
On a 17
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/5f1fb258.jpg
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/e299cf8d.jpg

They are a great combo. Very fast inside 10, perfectly capable running B8's at 25yds or walk backs drills to 100+ yds and the trit insert does what you need in low light work. The other nice thing is you don't feel like you are getting raped for a pair of sights.

I'll see if I have some others but those were handy.

[willowofwisp]

The other nice thing is you don't feel like you are getting raped for a pair of sights.

I like this part the best....I really can't believe sometimes how much a quality set of sights can cost...even the Trijicon HD's (which I find awesome) are pretty expensive at 150$+ a pop.

[fullspeed1]

Warren Tactical with front Trijicon only on my 19

http://i488.photobucket.com/albums/rr250/fullspeed1/MarksiPhone011.jpg

[munch520]

The two on the right are on 19's (the one on the left has the regular Hacks)
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/c33ae374.jpg
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/f5a397fc.jpg
On a 17
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/5f1fb258.jpg
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t5/d90king/e299cf8d.jpg

They are a great combo. Very fast inside 10, perfectly capable running B8's at 25yds or walk backs drills to 100+ yds and the trit insert does what you need in low light work. The other nice thing is you don't feel like you are getting raped for a pair of sights.

I'll see if I have some others but those were handy.

You're THE man d90...thanks a lot

[littlejerry]

I am still running my Warren 2 dots on my 19 after a year and I still like them. I have however succumb to painting the front sight orange.

Whenever i buy another set of sights they will be Ameriglo pro-glo fronts.

[Irish]

I liked the rear Hack sights for daytime use but for lowlight I really wanted a better sight reference and I think I found a great combo. Ameriglo Hack front with Pro Operator rears. No live fire yet, installed yesterday, but very happy with them during dryfire and night time ninja operations in the house. :ph34r:

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/8602/p1020379fp.jpg

[F-Trooper05]

Does anyone know if Ameriglo sells Hackathorn front sights only?

[Irish]

Does anyone know if Ameriglo sells Hackathorn front sights only?

Yep, the P/N is GL-212-220-OR or GL-212-OR-C depending on the height you want. They're listed on this page: http://www.ameriglo.net/catalog/sights/pistol-sights/glock/night-sights/front-sights

[Irish]

Yep, the P/N is GL-212-220-OR or GL-212-OR-C depending on the height you want. They're listed on this page: http://www.ameriglo.net/catalog/sights/pistol-sights/glock/night-sights/front-sights

F-Trooper - The one I highlighted is the standard height that comes with the Hack set. I really like the sight and think it'll serve you well.

[Dwikkles]

I am about to buy new sights and this thread has been immensely helpful. Thanks to the OP for getting it started and to all who took time to post pics.

[newyork]

http://i605.photobucket.com/albums/tt134/rslamiroult/5710d0bd.jpg

RB1s

[ccoker]

I just got a set of the Ameriglo Hackathorn sights for a carry G19

I really like them
very crisp sight picture
fast on target

[JBarbaresi]

Redback One Sights on a G19

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt176/jbarbaresi/Guns/IMG_0666.jpg

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt176/jbarbaresi/Guns/IMG_0669.jpg

[JBarbaresi]

10-8s on an M&P9 FS

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt176/jbarbaresi/Guns/IMG_0690.jpg

http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt176/jbarbaresi/Guns/IMG_0686.jpg

[longball]

I liked the rear Hack sights for daytime use but for lowlight I really wanted a better sight reference and I think I found a great combo. Ameriglo Hack front with Pro Operator rears. No live fire yet, installed yesterday, but very happy with them during dryfire and night time ninja operations in the house. :ph34r:

http://img39.imageshack.us/img39/8602/p1020379fp.jpg

Irish,
Now that you've had this combination for a while are you still pleased with it? I don't like large tridium rears but still would like to have a rear sight reference for low light use. To me, this seems like the ideal setup.

[danpass]

How are the Heinie sights holding up?

I had ordered a pair earlier without doing full research and now wonder since someone commented their set developed rust and the trit is rather faint in just 3yrs.

[gun71530]

How are the Heinie sights holding up?

I had ordered a pair earlier without doing full research and now wonder since someone commented their set developed and the trit is rather faint in just 3yrs.

I've had straight 8's on my G19 for over four years and they're just as bright as when I first got them.

Sent from my DROID X2 using Tapatalk 2

[danpass]

Ok. Cool.

I had forgotten a key word: "rust"

lol