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Williams Fire Sight
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Pizza Bob
SWCA Member
I don't know if you are asking about fiber optic sights in general, or specifically about the Williams' sight.
I can't speak to the Williams' sight, but I do use FO front sights on all the revolvers I use in competition - they are a real boon to aging eyes, but of course work equally well for anyone. The greatest efficacy is outdoor use, where there is more ambient light. But they work well on well-lit indoor ranges also. Even in poor light, the worst sight picture you have is akin to a black Patridge blade.
I use both Dawson and HiViz. Dawson has a wide variety of sizes in both height and width, and if their workload allows, can do custom sizes. I like that there is a great deal of exposure of the light tube, which gives the brightest result. I also like that the light tube is easily changed should the need or desire arise. Some of the HiViz sights use a clear epoxy overmold, which makes them more rugged, but precludes changing the light tube. While they have several heights available, they are only available in a .125" width. I have never broken or lost a light tube from either brand and that's through thousands of rounds and hundreds of Kydex holster draws.
I apologize for not answering your specific query, but there are only small differences between one FO sight and another, in actual use.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
I can't speak to the Williams' sight, but I do use FO front sights on all the revolvers I use in competition - they are a real boon to aging eyes, but of course work equally well for anyone. The greatest efficacy is outdoor use, where there is more ambient light. But they work well on well-lit indoor ranges also. Even in poor light, the worst sight picture you have is akin to a black Patridge blade.
I use both Dawson and HiViz. Dawson has a wide variety of sizes in both height and width, and if their workload allows, can do custom sizes. I like that there is a great deal of exposure of the light tube, which gives the brightest result. I also like that the light tube is easily changed should the need or desire arise. Some of the HiViz sights use a clear epoxy overmold, which makes them more rugged, but precludes changing the light tube. While they have several heights available, they are only available in a .125" width. I have never broken or lost a light tube from either brand and that's through thousands of rounds and hundreds of Kydex holster draws.
I apologize for not answering your specific query, but there are only small differences between one FO sight and another, in actual use.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
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Morning Pizza Bob;
I'm kind of interested in the Fire Sights as they have height offering that I am interested in.
I have the HiViz of a few other guns so I know how those work (unfortunately they don't have a height that will work for me)
I also have the Dawson on some of my other guns (not S&W revolvers though)
I'm kind of looking for users of the Fire Sight to see if they have good or bad to say about them.
I'm kind of interested in the Fire Sights as they have height offering that I am interested in.
I have the HiViz of a few other guns so I know how those work (unfortunately they don't have a height that will work for me)
I also have the Dawson on some of my other guns (not S&W revolvers though)
I'm kind of looking for users of the Fire Sight to see if they have good or bad to say about them.
Pizza Bob
SWCA Member
Roger that.
As I said, though, Dawson, will make custom heights and IIRC it's only a small upcharge. If this is for your 686, I would think there would be a stock height that would be appropriate. I used a stock HiViz on my 586.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
As I said, though, Dawson, will make custom heights and IIRC it's only a small upcharge. If this is for your 686, I would think there would be a stock height that would be appropriate. I used a stock HiViz on my 586.
Adios,
Pizza Bob
MrTrolleyguy
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I used them on my Ruger GP100 and they did not hold up for long. The front rods slid out or outright broke. I sold the gun. There is a reason they give you extra tubes. I would recommend that you stay away from them.
JMHO
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