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  1. 07-21-12, 15:48 #1
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    Front Sight Acquisition Fix

    So I have a Glock 26 Gen4 as my off-duty firearm. The Glock came with night sights which I love. I wish I had a front sight that was brighter and for a quicker acquisition of the sight picture during the day time.

    To combat this, I went to the local Michael's Craft store and purchased a Sharpie Paint Pen in orange for $3.99 (plus tax). Went home and carefully colored in the front sight. I didn't want to cover up the Tritium circle.

    All I have to say is WOW. The sight picture acquisition was quick and easy. Leaving both eyes open and still being able to distinguish the sight picture was a breeze. It was the best $3.99 I spent!

    Just wanted to share this to everyone!

    "All cops have to make judgment calls they hope they won't regret. No cop ever bats a thousand." - Southland

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  2. 07-21-12, 15:55 #2
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    All the blueing has worn off my front sight so this might be a decent DIY fix.

    Thanks for the idea.
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    I'm going to try that, thanks!
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  4. 07-21-12, 16:57 #4
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    Excellent set up. Thanks for the heads up on where to get the paint.
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  5. 07-21-12, 17:10 #5
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    Great idea -- looks like you achieved your goal . . . at minimal expense!

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    That works! Cheers.. Ron
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    I literally saw this thread about 1.5 hours ago and decided to do it and went to my local Hobby Lobby. I just finished the mod myself, thanks for the share.





    We'll see how it holds. I degreased the front post with rubbing alcohol then heated it with a lighter before applying and after.
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    The paint pen is a great idea, keep us posted on the durability. If it doesn't last try an enamel model paint. I did my EDC pistol close to two years ago and its still on there.
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  9. 07-21-12, 19:40 #9
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    http://pistol-training.com/articles/...ty-front-sight
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    I am glad this post has helped people. I was chatting with a friend and we came up with the idea of the paint pen. So far, the orange paint on my Glock 26 is holding up really well. Since I posted this, I have "upgraded" all my handguns and rifles! I never knew $3.99 could go so far!
    "All cops have to make judgment calls they hope they won't regret. No cop ever bats a thousand." - Southland

    "The only reason you're still conscious is because I don't want to carry your body." - Jack Bauer

    "And maybe remind the few if ill of us they speak, that we are all that stand between the monsters and the weak."
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