Someone mentioned that this would not be the best option for fixed sights bc the angle vs barrel... therefore only adjustable ones, optics/etc - True?
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There is some truth to this. The sight you mount to this rail may not be perfectly aligned with the centerline of the barrel once the rifle is rotated. This means that the center of the sight will be to the left or the right of the centerline of the barrel. When you zero the sight make sure that you take this offset into account. For example, if the sight is mounted .5" to the left of the bore center, then make sure that the point of aim (dot) is also .5" to the left of the actual target impact point. If you don't do this, your horizontal zero will be valid for only the distance at which you set the zero since your point of aim will not be parallel to the bore. There is some truth to this. The sight you mount to this rail may not be perfectly aligned with the centerline of the barrel once the rifle is rotated. This means that the center of the sight will be to the left or the right of the centerline of the barrel. When you zero the sight make sure that you take this offset into account. For example, if the sight is mounted .5" to the left of the bore center, then make sure that the point of aim (dot) is also .5" to the left of the actual target impact point. If you don't do this, your horizontal zero will be valid for only the distance... » Read More There is some truth to this. The sight you mount to this rail may not be perfectly aligned with the centerline of the barrel once the rifle is rotated. This means that the center of the sight will be to the left or the right of the centerline of the barrel. When you zero the sight make sure that you take this offset into account. For example, if the sight is mounted .5" to the left of the bore center, then make sure that the point of aim (dot) is also .5" to the left of the actual target impact point. If you don't do this, your horizontal zero will be valid for only the distance at which you set the zero since your point of aim will not be parallel to the bore. « Show Less
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I have no idea what you are asking! I used these with Magpul flip ups just fine. All sights are "adjustable", are you misunderstanding that "fixed sights" are not adjustable?
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It really depends on what your using the gun for. I use mine for hunting and target shooting.It is.mounted on an AR .I'm very happy with the clarity and the adjustments.The price is very nice also I'm considering getting another one for a non AR platform.I would definitely recommend this product.Justin Shanks
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I sighted mine in from 30 yards using the stock sights and not the scope, and I do know that this gun is not a toy. If I want to shoot something over 50 yards, I will be using a different gun.
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Not adjustable to the extent you need it. I would look for a different height sight or you can get a profile riser mount (UTG sells one for about 8 bucks, and you can get them in different heights). Hope this helps -
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Probably not. Unless you put the sight on risers, it'll be in the field of view. I have Diamondhead flip-up sights on my KSG and they are in the middle of the sight when they are up. That is exactly what I wanted (in case the battery is dead, I can still draw a bead), but something you might not like. There are short Picatinny rails that will give you the height necessary to clear your fixed sight.
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"Yes" I mount the laser on the underside of the barrel. This allows for iron sights and even a scope to be use. Once the laser is mounted it has its own adjustments much like a scope so it can be fine tuned to a pin point.
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I had the sights put on a Taurus 1911 without any problem. I don't about an Armscor M1911.
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It really shouldn't be, but I can not be certain as none of my AR type rifles have a fixed front sight. As I recall, the setup of optics with a fixed front sight works fine, but may cause a slight blur at the six o'clock position in the field of view.
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To be installed correctly you are going to have to bring these to a gunsmith for custom fitting and alignment or do it yourself if you know how to. They are not a drop in part. That being said I don't see why they wouldn't work for you. In my opinion these sights are great for rapid sight picture alignment in low light conditions.Absolutely love them. Hope it helped.
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unsure tom, but i have a see thru mount to allow a scope and iron sights at the same time, they work well set at 50yds for me with it, and i imagine the clearances would be the same for you. i would suggest a different mount personally.
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It is fixed/not adjustable. As it (guide rod) sits directly under the barrel, the point of aim and impact are the same.
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Hey , Mike ... yea I think all XDs have the same sight installation ... And there lies the rub . They are pressed on at the factory ... you really need a sight removal tool to get them off , and you will probably destroy the old sights in the process. They are TOUGH to get off . The Big Dot sights need a little filing and stone ing to fit , so get some needle files ...but once they are mounted ... THEY ARE GREAT !!! Best sights Ive ever used on a pistol .
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The scope is not designed to be co-witnessed with fixed iron sights. As previously stated, the reticle is visible with or without illumination, so it should be usable regardless of lighting conditions or dead batteries. If you want an alternative sighting system (for instance, a 1x non-magnified sight picture rather than 3x), I would recommend a set of 45 degree offset sights.
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Personal preference to co-witness your sights or not but I would with flip ups. You can drop your sights down and out of the way when using the red dot. If you co-witness you will want a medium riser and to put the sights below the red dot and not co-witness a high riser.
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Yes I have that setup and like it. However you cannot access the sight adjustment lock screws on the sight when it is mounted with the supplied hex wrench. I had to leave the lock scews loose, mount the sight and sight it in, then take the sight off lock the screws and the remount the sight. If I had a wrech with a shorter arm I could lossen and tightent the lock screws while the scope is mounted.
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Dave, as far as I know the sights have to be for your specific weapon. I purchased one for my MP Shield. Personally, I didn't like it at all, aim point sucked. it's a fixed sight. Had to aim way high to hit my target. Looks great though..Removed it immediately when I got home from the range.
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It is a typical rail system for an inexpensive scope. As a matter of fact the rifle is sold with a scope in some package deals. I had read a review that the scope included does not work well. I tried a scope that I had at home on it and I could not get it to hit the target at the same place consistantly. This is a bb rifle so there are no twists inside the barrel so I would not expect too much. As in the prior response the open sights work well