Night Sights Question

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308Gunner

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I'm looking to put a set of night sights on my 1911, and am debating between the standard version and the 'tactical wedge' that Meprolight offers. Is there a major difference the wedge type lends to the sights?
 
tactical wedge

besides tactical wedge been more expensive, the rear sight appears to be situated1/2 inch to the rear, which could add efficiency to your target acquisition.
The more far apart the rear and front sights the more accuracy you could say, also the dots appear to be bigger on the tactical wedge.:confused:
 
That makes sense. The only difference I was seeing was maybe that the wedge helped 'hide' the sights from anyone nearby. Just didn't know if it was worth handing over the extra money for.
 
My input...

I, for 1 like the simple Wayne Novak style rear sights.
Carry & duty type pistols should have night sights that are rugged and do not snag. They should offer a solid clear sight picture and not have any sharp edges. I like the MMC/IWI type pistol sights but the Trijicons are ok.
I really dislike the cheap looking and fragile fiber optic designs but they seem to be more popular in the USA.
 
I really dislike the cheap looking and fragile fiber optic designs but they seem to be more popular in the USA.
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The Meprolight sights discussed are not fiber optic, they are tritium. For example, here are the Colt sights. http://www.meprolight.com/default.asp?catid={46C47A4D-6DA4-4B21-AA19-8F8563492711}

I'm not sure that the sighting will be much improved because they sit back a bit further unless it's on a gun with a three inch barrel. At realistic distances, I shoot my 4.25 inch guns as well as my 5 inch guns. YMMV.
 
The Triojicon aftermarket sights I have on one of my Kimbers are better than the factory Kimber night sights on my other one. That's all I can add.
 
308Gunner

Hello 308Gunner, the reason for the extended shroud is to enhance the glow as it draws shade over it. Is mostly for effect, in the dark tritium is visible but faint.
 
Wedge sights often prevent people from efficiently learning to run the gun one-handed. Sights on a defensive firearm should allow you to rack the slide on your belt or holster without using both hands. If they don't (or if you don't get training how to do such things safely), you've put yourself at a disadvantage.

pax
 
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