Question on M&P VTACs

[jsbcody]

I am really thinking of getting an M&P VTAC (probably a 9mm) but I have a question concerning the VTAC sights. I have done some research and saw where there have been issues of the fiber optic falling out or the sights being loose and/or falling off. Has this been corrected in the current VTACs?

If it hasn't, I will probably go with a M&P with DCAEK and Ameriglo sights through Grant at G and R Tactical.

[C4IGrant]

I am really thinking of getting an M&P VTAC (probably a 9mm) but I have a question concerning the VTAC sights. I have done some research and saw where there have been issues of the fiber optic falling out or the sights being loose and/or falling off. Has this been corrected in the current VTACs?

If it hasn't, I will probably go with a M&P with DCAEK and Ameriglo sights through Grant at G and R Tactical.

I don't think it is all the common, but if it does happen, S&W will fix them.


C4

[plouffedaddy]

A danger with any F/O sight is the tube falling off/breaking. It's just a risk you take with that type of optic.

But the good news is that S&W has great CS and will replace them for free so I wouldn't worry too much about it.

[Spiffums]

Or you can just buy replacement/spare FO tubes and do it yourself.

[kmrtnsn]

All above are correct. It is a design issue of ALL fiber optic sights, it happens and is easy enough to fix yourself.

[Magsz]

The issue is "prevalent" on the VTAC sights because of the way the fiber optic tubes are secured.

Unfortunately they are glued in like TFO's rather than secured in the traditional method of having the rod recessed into a countersunk hole in the sight.

The sights are still perfectly usable just like any fiber optic sight should the rod fall out. It is a risk you take when you run this type of sight so having said that, i wouldnt sweat it too much but if you do pick up a VTAC be sure to check the glue holding the fiber rods in periodically.

[rh88]

It only took about 250 rounds for my vtac front fiber optic to fall out. I tried replacing the rod myself, which was fine but it never was as bright as the factory one. I called SW and they were very aware of the problem. I sent it back and SW replaced the front sight. Before shooting it again, i placed a little clear epoxy with a toothpick at the edge of the FO rod and the top of the sight.
So far no issues.

[jmoney]

2k rounds no problems in mine, but I am going to put some clear epoxy inmover the front sight... That's a good idea

[shrek25]

What is the diameter of the fiber optic insert for the front VTAC sight?

Thanks,
Shrek25

[DJK]

What is the diameter of the fiber optic insert for the front VTAC sight?

Thanks,
Shrek25

.080. I have some green if you need a piece. Speed Shooter Specialties sell it by the inch. The replacement rod is not as bright as the original piece.