Which night sights do folks recommend for Shield?

[PAFMAN3]

Trijicon......

 

[sipowicz]

Groo here
I got fiber optic sights.
Gave up on "glow in the dark " sights years ago.
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Ditto.

I’d rather have a bright glowing fiber optic sight since they make target shooting outdoors more fun. I’m not too interested in preparing for a night fight where I probably won’t even use the sights anyway since anything in the dark will be most likely be very up close and personal.

 

[newpewpew]

That’s what I’m getting for mine. How was the install? I’m going to attempt my install myself. Thank you

The original rear sight's set screw had red loctite in it, and I pushed out the sight anyway after being unable to remove the screw. That was a mistake. Should have waited a day to go to the store to get an extractor bit.



I think I got the TFX Pro, the one with a U notch and some other changes. I'm not sure why it doesn't show up on the Truglo website anymore.



I didn't have to shave it to get my NcStar sight pusher to work. I put a drop of oil on each side of the dovetail.



BUT, I think the new sights are made really for the M&P 9s, even though it's advertised for the 3.1" Shield. On mine, the front sight is about 0.015" taller than original, and rear sight is about 0.01" shorter than original. I think my sight picture might have moved down to the dot instead of the top of the front sight.

I had my gunsmith install them on my M&P9 M2.0 Compact (4 in). They behaved as promised. They do help focus the eye and I like them. I purchased as set for my Shield Plus and will have installed as I wait. I would recommend using a gunsmith.

Yeah i got these for my 9mm compact as well. I like them. Also sturdier than Hi-Viz, but Hi-Viz is more affordable. But I think the Shield sights have different heights than the M&P 9, according to my cheapo Harbor Freight calipers. Not sure but it may have lowered the sight picture.

 

[NCW Ray]

Ameriglo I-dot's

 

[sousana]

I go 100% with Trijicon, mostly because they are the top dog, but, mostly because I've used them a couple a 4 dozen times and they work, and who am I to try to improve upon perfection? I know they work, and work splendidly, so I won't change.

 

[dirtyharry31]

Groo here
I got fiber optic sights.
Gave up on "glow in the dark " sights years ago.
If the sight is bright enough to see at twilight it is too bright at full dark.
If the sight is good for full dark , can't see them at twilight.
Would spend the money on a good hand light and a way to carry both.
Then work out hand holds for both.
And do much one handed shooting [as you should be doing anyway]
Ps , don't like gun mounted lights on handgun except for
one handed use like opening a door.
Rather a primary "light saber" so as not to cover with the muzzle
things you don't want to put holes in

Ditto.

I’d rather have a bright glowing fiber optic sight since they make target shooting outdoors more fun. I’m not too interested in preparing for a night fight where I probably won’t even use the sights anyway since anything in the dark will be most likely be very up close and personal.

I agree 100%. Had the Big Dot on my 1st Shield 1.0 & gave it to my stepson because he need a defense gun & like it.
I like the fact the fiber optics work with a minimum of light. Once the sights are mounted to your liking you never have to mess with them again. Knocking your tritium sights off the gun, send them somewhere to replace the element, then getting them in the same place is a lot of work & more money (getting them off (you or gunsmith) mailing them, pay for replacement, waiting to get them back, getting them close to where you had them on your gun in the first place.....
All you need is a light on your gun (if you are shooting in the dark) to assure your not gunning down your wife (yes you should not, even thou sometimes, LOL) or someone not with it (drunk, dementia, strung out...). That would provide enough light for the fiberoptic to function.

I also have these on both my Springfield XDm in 45acp & 9mm.

Why spend more money then you need too? Just my .02 ct.

 

[neil0311]

Groo here
I got fiber optic sights.
Gave up on "glow in the dark " sights years ago.
If the sight is bright enough to see at twilight it is too bright at full dark.
If the sight is good for full dark , can't see them at twilight.
Would spend the money on a good hand light and a way to carry both.
Then work out hand holds for both.
And do much one handed shooting [as you should be doing anyway]
Ps , don't like gun mounted lights on handgun except for
one handed use like opening a door.
Rather a primary "light saber" so as not to cover with the muzzle
things you don't want to put holes in

I put a red dot on my Sig P365XL and carry it but I tend to agree with this post. I checked out the S&W Performance Center Shield Plus with the fiber optic sights and the contrast and bright color was great. Think I’m going to go fiber optic.

If I’m going to need to carry at night, I would probably use my Sig with the red dot.

 

[S&W Fan]

Here ya go:
New sights for the Plus

 

[neil0311]

One vote for Ameriglo, except I trend towards the I Dots. Their front sights are very distinct and stand out.

I just checked them out. I’ve always liked the Beretta M9 with the “snowman” sights, and the “I Dot” uses a similar concept. I’ve always shot my M9 very well but that’s probably more than the sights.

 

[WK1025]

Hello,
The worse my vision gets the more I like the XS Big Dot DTX2 sights. I have them on most of my Glocks (Ameriglo I Dots on the others) and my Shield 1.0. I have been looking for sights for my new Shield Performance Centers and my Plus'. I haven't found any that I can see better than the Big Dots.
WK

 

[neil0311]

I just checked them out. I’ve always liked the Beretta M9 with the “snowman” sights, and the “I Dot” uses a similar concept. I’ve always shot my M9 very well but that’s probably more than the sights.

I went with the “Ameriglo S&W M&P Shield I Dot Pro Sights Orange Outline Front Sight” which I think will be great. The Hellcat has a similar factory sight and I also shoot it well.

Thanks for all the great input and help!

 

[Jakpro]

Best Night Sights for Smith & Wesson Handguns - High Visibility S&W Sights

 

[Lindy]

Ameriglo Hackathorns

Not sold any more by Ameriglo.

 

[Lindy]

Trijicon HD. I like the green best. Have them on 4 - 2.0's including my 2.0 Shield.

This sight pusher has done all of my sights, including my Glock's as well.

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[dirty & hairy]

Not sold any more by Ameriglo.

That's crazy, i just bought some a couple weeks ago.

 

[marathonrunner]

Handgun Sights : XS Sight Systems

just bought these XS big dot sights and to be quite frank I am better able to shoot faster using regular sights. Maybe it will take more trigger time but these sights are good for distance of 7 to 21 feet for double taps but lining up the rear is a bit difficult.