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Old 06-27-2011, 09:33 PM
illgtncarb illgtncarb is offline
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Default Rear Night sight for a 329NG?

I own a 329NG that I absolutely love...only the sight setup to me is a bit silly. The front tritium night sight paired with the C&S rear sight seems like an half-a---d job. Anybody know of any manufacturer of tritium rear sights that would screw right onto the top strap in the same manner as the C&S?
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Old 06-27-2011, 10:10 PM
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I kind of feel the same way, but I have learned to shoot instinctively with just the front sight. With practice, my rear sight lines up naturally, and I can easily hit center mass on a bear size target.

But, I would indeed also welcome a real rear night sight!
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Old 06-27-2011, 10:14 PM
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Maybe???? http://www.cylinder-slide.com/index....nt=10&offset=0

http://www.cylinder-slide.com/index....how&ref=CSM302

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Old 06-28-2011, 03:54 AM
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3 tritium dots seem to be waning in popularity. Wilson Combat recently introduced a wide notch rear with no tritium, and it's very popular. Other high end 1911 makers are using gold bead front sights, again, no tritium or marks on the rear sight.

I read an article where a study with the NYPD showed that most officers didn't even use their sights during a gunfight; point and shoot seems to be pretty common. I am doubtful many 3 dot lineups have happened in self defense scenerios. I also remember reading a well-known handgun instructor half-jokingly said if you really want to prepare for self-defense shooting, use squirt guns and shoot from the hip. Having a big front dot to put on your target is quick, easy and probably more practical.
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Old 06-28-2011, 09:13 AM
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Have a friend who is a LEO, and they are getting trained in instinctive shooting from the hip. Nice skill to develop, but I would always want to use sights if I have the opportunity.

As for the NG sights, I sure don't want the liability of just shooting in the dark at something without lighting it up first! With a Surefire light in my offhand, no problem seeing the rear sights of the NG even with just light scater. Maybe this makes rear sight illunination redundant?
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Old 06-28-2011, 09:17 PM
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You fellows are probably right. In a life or death type situation, I seriously, seriously doubt I'll be taking the time to line up the sights. It's more of a "complete the package" thing. It just looks wrong!
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