What is the best front sight to match with this?
25792
Any front sight will work fine. I use the stock M4 gas block/front sight. I can look through my red-dot and sight righjt through it. If the red dot gets broken, I can pop it off and use the Matech and stock front sight. Works great.
25793
I have a standard front sight but I replaced the post with a tritium filled one from meprolight. Just make sure whichever one you pick that it is adjustable for elevation as this rear sight only adjusts for windage and distance.
25794
I have a GG&G 1281 Flip Up Front Sight. They work well together. Make sure that if you go that route, pick the sight that fits what your gun has. Some gas blocks are lower than the plane of where the rear sight mounts. If that's the case, choose the one that specifies "for gas block mounting." Mine happens to be the same plane all the entire length of the rifle, so this one worked fine. It's all aluminum and matches the finish on my rifle very well. Flip ups are nice when you opt to run optics also. Likewise, for red dots, it can cowitness if desired. A good red dot will not require a cowitness. The sight pops up with authority and locks in place. Once locked, it's very solid and steady. To fold, just press the button once more and fold it down...again solid engagement. There are many other sights to choose from. Some excessively high dollar ones that do the same job. As a Soldier with over 24 years experience with this particular platform and various sights and optics, as long as it's zeroed properly and remains undamaged, it'll perform better than the shooter for years to come. The front sight tool that this sight uses is the four prong one. For only a few bucks, it's worth buying it as well. The other option is to use a nail or the tip of a bullet to depress and move the sight as needed...usually causing little scratches where the tool does not. Hope this helps. Hit me up if you ever have more questions that I may possibly have an answer to.
690225
I use magpul sights. The basic mount does not absolute cowitness. I would try the cantilever mount.
1471173
The best mount I have found is one I believe I purchased from ultimate arms gear,it replaces the rear iron sight.easy to install,just use a small punch to remove the side pin and lift out the rear sight and tension spring.
1420935
I used this one. So far it's worked great on all my Glocks and M&P;'s.http://www.sightpusher.comYou'll also need a front sight tool. Amazon has them.
861096
I'm not sure Jack. Not sure how it will line up or how it will co witness, if at all. I wound remove the front sight all together but that is just my preference. My AR came with no sights because I wanted to put my own on.
309615
These are actually sold out of Optics Planet. Their web site provides a detailed list of guns vs sights. I purchased a set from Amazon based on their description. I wish I had checked Optics Planet site also. The rear sight fit perfectly, but the front would not work. Optics Planet site said that was the case, Amazon didn't. I have a Taurus 138 Millennium Pro. My back sight was broken so I didn't return them. So the Fire Sight set worked on the rear fine. Hope this helps.
2091581
Go for it! I use it as the primary sight on an AR. Really fast when you get used to it.
2195525
I had my gun smith install both.He has a jig to drill the holes for the rear sight. Drilled and tapped. And the front sight was welded on. Let a pro do it on this one. It will work and look great.Regards.Helmut1*
1608696
I would compare the sight size with M&P compact 9mm. That is what I bought it for.
510384
This front sight works well even with the Glock rear sights. No need to change the rear sights at all. The reason I changed it was my front Glock sight got knocked off and I purchased this front sight and I like it better than the stock sight that I had on the gun.
654737
After a little research it is to my best knowledge the rear flip up sight should be compatible with the fixed front sight. However prior to buying a set you may want to take your rifle to a gun dealet and get their advice. Good luck, lets us know how it works out
1851184
I have the colt m4 flat top with a standard front sight and it matches up perfectly.
803562
I have a standard height/low profile gas block paired with a YHM flattop upper receiver and the alignment is perfect. I don't think you have anything to worry about if you go with Troy or MI sight pairs: there're the best! I really like the HK sights, very accurate n my AR. I purchases a lower cost return and am very glad I saved 20 bucks!
680925
To be on the safe side, I'd go with at least the 3/4" inch since this fits fairly low to the receiver. I have the same rear sight and doubt this will fit over it.
2091586
I always leave it to personal preference. I think the best application for this sight is a turkey shotgun or muzzle loader.
2167642
I do not have the light model. I have a standard. Are you aware of any differences in the front sight? I would think they are all the same. So it should work
2195524
I had my gun smith install both. He has a jig to drill the holes for the rear sight. Drilled and tapped. And the front sight was welded on. Let a pro do it on this one. It will work and look great. Regards. Helmut 1*